The California Integrated Waste Management Act of 1989, Assembly Bill 939 (AB 939), requires the City of Stockton, along with all California cities, to reduce land filled waste by 50%. Despite increased recycling throughout California in the last decade, land filled waste continues to grow, partially due to increased construction activities. According to the California Integrated Waste Management Board, construction and demolition (C&D) waste constitutes nearly 12% of all land filled waste. In order to meet and maintain the 50% waste diversion goal, the City of Stockton recognized the need to increase construction and demolition debris recycling.

 In order to comply with AB 939 requirements, the City of Stockton passed a Construction and Demolition Debris Ordinance, requiring construction and demolition contractors to divert from the landfill 50% (by weight) of all project waste generated. Contractors are required to complete a “Construction / Demolition Recycling Plan” prior to obtaining a building permit and must complete the final “Construction / Demolition Recycling Report” within 60 days of project completion. 

For additional information, please review the following:

• Construction & Demolition Package (PDF)

• Related Stockton Municipal Code (PDF)

• Resources List (PDF)

If you have any questions about the City's Construction & Demolition Recycling Program, please call

937-7579 or submit a question or request via the "Ask Stockton" customer service system.