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MultiFamily Recycling

Does your apartment building have recycling? The city of Detroit Department of Public Works now offers recycling services for multifamily buildings through Detroit Recycles.

How it Works

  1. Decide which containers are the best fit

  2. Sign up for recycling carts or dumpsters for service 1-2 times weekly.

  3. Get FREE recycling education & learn how to recycle right.

  4. Provide a new service to your residents & reduce trash pickups.

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Program Benefits

  • Free education for residents

  • Free recycling bags for each unit, made by Public Threads

  • Free small bins for leasing offices, laundry and trash rooms.

  • Most affordable recycling service, starting at $450/year. 

* for a limited time!

Program Benefits

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public thread bags for every unit*

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in person consultations

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unlimited education*

Eligibility

if you live in a 2-4 unit building in Detroit, recycling is free!

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own or manage a property in detroit? services start at $450/yr

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Are you a tenant who wants to recycle? We're here to support you!

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Tenant Resources

Tenant Resources

Advocating for recycling as a tenant shouldn't have to be challenging! Follow our steps below and you'll have recycling in no time. Download our resources below for landlords, property managers, and neighbors.

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Download flyer for landlord 

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Letter to Landlord

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Letter to Neighbors

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resident petition to landlord

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Recycle HERE!

If all else fails, be sure to use the city's FREE recycling dropoff center, Recycle Here!

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