Construction and Demolition Recycling Ordinance

The City has a Construction and Demolition (C&D) Ordinance (05-09) requiring all demolition projects, all commercial projects valued over $200,000, all new commercial projects over 1,000 square feet, all new residential construction projects, and all residential additions and improvements that increase building area, volume, or size to recycle a minimum of 65% of all inert materials and 65% of all other materials.

City of Santa Clarita Franchised Hauler List

Please reference the steps below in order to obtain Environmental Services agency Clearance:

CDMMP APPLICATION

Complete your CDMMP application using either the online eService portal OR return a completed paper copy of the Construction and Demolition Materials Management Plan (CDMMP) form to the permit center at City Hall. If you complete your application in the eService portal, it is not necessary to complete the paper form. The purpose of your CDMMP application is to obtain estimates of the type and quantity of waste that will be generated during your project in addition to your plan for proper disposal.

DEPOSIT PAYMENT

In order to receive project clearance, a refundable deposit must be paid. Payment may be made online through the eService portal or in person with the cashier in the permit center at City Hall. IMPORTANT: If you are using a company card for payment, you MUST include both the company and individual’s name during payment processing (if needed, include both under the “name” option). Refunds are ONLY authorized to the original payor as listed on the receipt during the payment process.

Deposits are calculated at 2% or $15,000 (whichever is less) of your overall job valuation for construction projects and 10% or $15,000 (whichever is less) for demolition projects.

SUBMIT W-9

A W-9 is required for refund purposes and, if eligible, the refund will be mailed to the name and address provided on the W-9. The information on your completed W-9 must match the payor’s name exactly as listed on your deposit receipt.

AGENCY CLEARANCE

If you have paper plans that require stamping, please call Environmental Services at (661) 286-4098 in order to schedule an
appointment, otherwise your clearance will be provided digitally.

CDMMP DEPOSIT REFUNDS

It is your responsibility to ensure all recycling requirements are met throughout the process of your project and all documentation is kept and submitted. All projects must be finalized with Building and Safety before refunds can be processed. Refer to the two options below to obtain your diversion records:

1. Request a diversion report from the franchised waste hauler you hired for your project’s waste services.
2. Complete a self-haul verification form for any material that was self-hauled directly to the landfill or a recycling center. Copies of all weight tickets, scale reports or diversion reports must be provided for all material documented on your completed verification form.

ALL DIVERSION RECORDS MUST BE SUBMITTED WITHIN 180 DAYS OF PROJECT FINALIZATION.
DEPOSIT REFUNDS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE VIA MAILED CHECK.

Please use one of the following methods to submit your diversion:
1. Upload scanned copies into the documents section of your construction and demolition application using the online eService Portal.
2. Email scanned copies to ENVIRONMENT@santa-clarita.com. Please include your building permit number (BLD#) in your email.
3. Call Environmental Services at (661) 286-4098 to make an appointment to drop-off your diversion in person at the permit counter in City Hall (23920 Valencia Blvd).
4. Mail to the following address:

Environmental Services
23920 Valencia Blvd., Suite 225
Santa Clarita, CA 91355-2196

Diversion reports and weight tickets should include the correct project name and address. If applicable, applicants may be required to provide proof of diversion rate for facilities where material was self-hauled. Once reports have been provided and staff verifies your diversion percentage, you will receive your refund check in the mail within approximately 4-6 weeks.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT IS A CDMMP?

A Construction and Demolition Materials Management Plan (CDMMP) is a form to assist applicants in planning C&D recycling efforts. This form is collected prior to building permit. A PDF of the City of Santa Clarita’s CDMMP can be found here: CDMMP Form 2023_FINAL

DO I HAVE TO COMPLETE A CDMMP?

You must fill out a CDMMP and pay a deposit if your project is one of the following:
• A commercial project valuated over $200,000 or new commercial construction or additions over 1,000 sq. ft.
• A new residential construction project
• A residential addition or improvement that increases the building area, volume or size
• All demolition projects

ARE THERE FEES INVOLVED?

There is no fee, however you must supply a deposit for the project. The deposit is calculated at 2% of the highest valuation or $15,000, whichever is less, for a construction project and 10% of the highest valuation or $15,000, whichever is less, for a demolition project. The deposit may be made in the form of cash, check, credit card, or letter of credit. If you choose to submit a letter of credit, please request a letter of credit template to provide to your bank and allow for extra time to process. Both the deposit and the approved CDMMP must be received by the City before a building permit may be issued.

Whoever will pay the deposit will need to complete and submit a W-9 so that we can refund the deposit at the end of the project, as long as requirements are met. If you are using a company card for payment, please be sure to include the company and individual’s name during payment processing. (Proof of 65% recycle or reuse of all project materials). No taxpayer identification number is required since this is a refund and not a payment.

WHAT ARE MY OPTIONS TO DISPOSE OF C&D WASTE?

If you plan to utilize a temporary bin or roll-off service, you must work with one of the City’s franchised haulers. You can also self haul your waste if you have your own trucks and equipment and are licensed to do so. Whichever you choose, please keep in mind that you must keep all waste diversion documentation to prove a 65% recycling or reuse rate has been achieved for your project.

HOW DO I GET MY DEPOSIT BACK?

Once your project is finalized by Building and Safety, you will need to provide proof of diversion within 180 days. If you worked with a franchised hauler, ask them for a diversion report along with copies of your weight tickets claimed on the report and they will provide these documents to you. If you chose to self-haul your materials, you must provide verification that at least 65% of your materials were diverted from the landfill by completing a self-haul verification form and providing all weight tickets or scale reports for each load removed from the project site.

Deposit refunds are only available via mailed check.