Businesses

Businesses

Businesses in Glendale are required to maintain organics, recycling, and trash collection services through one of the City’s franchise haulers. Use the sections below to learn how collection works, identify your hauler, and access programs and requirements that apply to commercial properties.

Collection Services

Learn how organics, recycling, and trash collection works for commercial properties and what materials belong in each shared bin.

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Who Is My Hauler?

Find your assigned franchise hauler and access their contact information for service levels, bin requests, signage, or collection issues.

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Bulky Item Pickup

Businesses are serviced by one of Glendale’s City-franchised haulers. To schedule a bulky item pickup, contact your assigned hauler or work with a furniture donation service for reusable items.

Important: Leaving bulky items on the curb, sidewalk, alleyway, or anywhere on the property without arranging proper disposal is considered illegal dumping and may result in fines.

SCHEDULE A BULKY ITEM PICKUP

Businesses can request service through their designated hauler:

Athens Services

NASA Services, Inc.

Southland Environmental Services, Inc.

Waste Resources Technologies, Inc.

Sustainability Programs

Discover City programs that support business owners in reducing waste, saving resources, and contributing to a more sustainable Glendale.

EDIBLE FOOD RECOVERY

Businesses that generate excess edible food may be required to donate surplus to approved food recovery organizations. Learn who must comply and how to meet state requirements.

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Commercial Waste Hauling

All waste haulers operating in Glendale must be permitted under Glendale Municipal Code 8.56.160. The City uses a franchise system for ongoing commercial collection; permitted non-franchise haulers may provide temporary service only, such as for construction and demolition projects.

Permitted Hauler Requirements

Permitted haulers must:

Apply for an annual permit before July 1 of each year.
Submit quarterly payments to the City.
Comply with all City regulations and service standards.

Find a Permitted Hauler

View the current list of City-permitted haulers.
For questions or assistance, contact Recycle@GlendaleCA.gov.

Hazardous Items & E-Waste

Businesses must follow specific procedures for disposing of hazardous waste. Use the options below to find the right disposal method for your business.

Glendale Fire Department’s Small Quantity Generator Program

Businesses that generate small amounts of hazardous waste may use this program after acquiring a permit.

Contact the program manager at JavyGonzalez@GlendaleCA.gov to set up an account before dropping off any waste.
Service fees may apply depending on the materials and quantities accepted.
Visit the Glendale Fire Department’s Hazardous Waste and Tier Permitting page for more information.