Application for Waiver of Recycling and/or Organic Waste Requirements (PDF)

We encourage all waiver applicants to review the SB 1383 commercial requirements so they are familiar with the law. (LINK)

While SB 1383 regulations do not allow businesses to opt-out of recycling and organics recycling requirements, the City of Burbank may grant temporary exemptions upon a review process for the following issues:  

De minimis waiver
Weekly trash generation is below the minimum organic waste thresholds:  

  • Two cubic yards per week of solid waste (trash, recycling and organics), including 20 gallons or less of organic waste

  • Less than two cubic yards per week of solid waste (trash, recycling and organics), including 10 gallons or less of organic waste

Physical space waiver
The commercial business or property owner provides documentation, or the City has evidence from its staff, a hauler, licensed architect, or, licensed engineer demonstrating that the premises lack adequate space for recycling and/or organic waste containers.

If you feel your business qualifies for a waiver, send a completed form (PDF) to [email protected].

You can pick up a printed copy at the Burbank Recycle Center office if needed.