Solid Waste and Recycling -
Construction and Demolition Recycling Program

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 landfilled waste by 50%. Despite increased recycling throughout California in the last decade, landfilled 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 landfilled 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. 

Below, you will find the section of the Stockton Municipal Code (SMC) pertaining to the Construction and Demolition Recycling Program, as well as, related documents.

• Stockton Municipal Code Ordinance (PDF)

• Construction and Demolition Recycling Program Packet -
  information and forms in one packet (PDF)

• Recycling Plan (FORM - PDF)

• Recycling Report (FORM - PDF)

• Recycling Resources List (PDF)

If you have any questions regarding the Construction and Demolition Recycling Program, please call 937-7579 or submit a question or request via the "Ask Stockton" customer service system.