Recycling of construction and demolition (C&D) debris in Encinitas is mandated for all covered building projects. Projects must achieve a minimum of 65% reuse, salvage, or recycling of generated materials in accordance with the California Green Building Standards Code, state law (SB1383), and local ordinance (Encinitas Municipal Code 11.22). This requirement is crucial for conserving natural resources, minimizing landfill waste, and fostering sustainable community practices.

To comply with this requirement, all covered projects must submit a Waste Management Plan estimating the project's debris types and quantities, and identifying a destination facility(ies) for these materials. A project must retain and submit weight ticket receipts at project completion to demonstrate that the 65% diversion target has been met. 

Hauling of C&D debris in Encinitas is covered by the City's franchise agreement with EDCO Waste and Recycling Services. A project applicant, property owner, or general contractor may elect to use EDCO for hauling of all C&D debris generated by the project, or self-haul all debris using their own staff and equipment (a list of local C&D recycling facilities is provided in the link below). The use of a non-franchised, third party waste hauler is prohibited and subject to enforcement per Encinitas Municipal Code 11.20.030. 

County of San Diego Construction and Demolition Recycling Facility Directory

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