The City of Torrance requires that all commercial and some residential building projects recycle:
Proper separation of your construction and Demolition (C&D) debris will help maximize recycling and ensure you reach your diversion targets as well as save money.
Hauling of C&D debris is covered by municipal code. If you need to hire someone to haul debris, here is a list of licensed haulers for Torrance projects. Anyone not appearing on this list is not authorized to provide you services.
If you plan to self-haul your C&D debris, please be sure to take the material to a recycling facility that can meet these requirements. Check the recycling rate before you select a recycling facility.
**Failure to fulfill the requirements of the WMP process will result in penalties of $5,000 for construction projects and $10,000 for demolition projects, as per the Torrance Municipal Code.**
All applicants with covered projects are required to submit a Waste Management Plan on Green Halo, the City’s online waste tracking software system. As soon as your Permit Application has been processed, a Green Halo project will be created for you and an invitation for the project will be sent to the email address that you supplied in your Permit Application. Below, you will find guides with step-by-step instructions to meet requirements using Green Halo.
Once you have completed your project, upload your tickets to Green Halo to report all materials that were salvaged, donated, re-used, or recycled. When all tickets have been added to the project, you may Submit for Final to start the final review process to be completed by the City.
Failure to fulfill the requirements of the WMP process will result in penalties of $5000 for construction projects and $10,000 for demolition projects, as per the Torrance Municipal Code.
Find more information on California’s green building requirements.
Each year, hundreds of thousands of tons of landfill waste is construction and demolition (C&D) debris. Much of this debris can easily be recycled, and many recyclers accept C&D materials at lower prices that landfills. Some facilities can only take clean, separated materials, while others can take mixed loads and process them for recycling. Utilize the lists below to find suitable facilities for your C&D debris:
Additionally, some construction and demolition materials can be donated to Habitat for Humanity. See what they take.
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles ReStore 18600 Crenshaw Blvd | (310) 818-5222 Map & Directions
When selecting haulers, ensure that they can recycle the materials and will provide you with receipts or reports. Please make sure they have a license to operate in Torrance. See a list of licensed haulers in Torrance.
Universal waste is hazardous waste that is widely used by households and different types of businesses, such as computers, batteries and mercury-containing equipment, among others.
If you have questions about the recycling program, please contact the Public Works Department at (310) 781-6900 or [email protected]. For other permit questions, please contact the Building and Safety Department at (310) 618-5910 or [email protected].
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