Public Works
P.O. Box 642
Modesto, California 95353
209.577.5494
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City of Modesto
Shared Container Service Contract Regulations
Solid Waste Management Division
(209) 577-5494
Per the City of Modesto Municipal Code, the following restrictions apply:
• Solid Waste may not accumulate on either property.
• Garbage and Organics containers must be placed out on a weekly basis for collection. • Recycling containers are to be placed out on proper alternative collection weeks for servicing. • Containers shall be kept continuously closed except when solid waste is being placed therein or removed therefrom and shall at all times be closed against the access of flies, rodents, animals, and odors to the contents thereof.
• Proper source separation is required and is the responsibility of all generators. o It shall be unlawful for any person to place anything other than garbage and rubbish in a black container or detachable container used for garbage. o It shall be unlawful for any person to place anything other than small green waste, food waste or organic waste in a green container or detachable container used for organic s waste.
o It shall be unlawful for any person to place anything other than recycling in a blue container or detachable container used for recycling.
• Containers are not allowed to be stored in the public right -of-way and shall only be placed out for service according to the City of Modesto Municipal Code 5-5.120. • Improper usage of containers may result in administrative actions against the billed customer. • No standard container shall exceed one hundred (100) pounds in weight when filled for collection or removal, except when detachable or drop box containers are used.
Failure to comply with any of these codes may result in the cancellation of this shared container service, in which case each customer will be required to have its own service.
A copy of the Municipal Code can be found at www.modestogov.com or by scanning the QR code
below.
This agreement will automatically end if the any of the following has occurred:
• The non-billed customer starts service
• O ne or more parties to this agreement no longer resides at the approved address
Shared Container Contract
Per the City of Modesto Municipal Code 5-5.110, all residential dwelling units and commercial businesses are required to have solid waste services. If customers are interested in sharing 1-set of services an approved contract must be on file.
If you wish to apply, please fill out this contract and provide the necessary documentation (if required).
Parties must reside within the City limits of Modesto and must be next door neighbors or businesses so as not to transport trash across a city street. All accounts must be in good standing with the City of Modesto and their assigned hauler.
To apply; parties will need to review this agreement, fill out the required information, sign the document and provide the required documentation as needed.
Tenants- please be advised that if approved, this agreement does not supersede your rental agreements with the property owners and/or property management company. If your property owner and/or management company desires, you to have your own garbage service then you must comply with that agreement.
Please print and keep a copy for your contract. Once received by our office; it will be processed, and you will be notified by letter of the status. Please allow 10 business days for processing. If you have any questions, please call the Solid Waste Division at (209) 577-5494.
Jurisdiction Location and Commercial Type
Verify Jurisdiction Location*
This form is for residential, commercial businesses and multi-family properties located in the City of Modesto only. Even if your postal address says Modesto, you may not be located within the city limits.
Forms submitted to the wrong jurisdiction will be void and no waiver granted.
☐We hereby certify that we verified that our residential, commercial business or multi-family properties are located in the jurisdiction "City of Modesto"
Service Level Type
Select the type of property this form is being submitted for.
☐ Single-Family Residential (limited to 2 homes)
☐ Multi-Family Property (5 or more units on one parcel) ☐ Commercial Business
Reason for Applying
Select all that apply
☐ Total number of people residing in homes is less than 4 (includes adults and children) ☐ Not enough space for all containers (may require a site visit) ☐ Commercial businesses next to each other (limited to 3 businesses total) ☐ Financial Hardship (Income is less than $24,000) (Financial Documentation is required)
Person(s)/Businesses Requesting to Share Service
Party A-
The person and or business that is requesting to cancel their services and share with party A
Name: _________________________________________ Number of people in household: _______ Address: _________________________________________________________________________ Phone: _____________________________ Type of Business: _______________________________ Email: ____________________________________________
Party B-
The person and or business that will be responsible for the bill and any contamination violations that may be issued to do incorrect source separations.
Name: _________________________________________ Number of people in household: _______ Address: _________________________________________________________________________ Phone: _____________________________ Type of Business: _______________________________ Email: ____________________________________________
Party C- (applicable only for Commercial Businesses and Multi-family units up to 3 based on occupancy and service levels)
The person and or business that is requesting to cancel their services and share with party A
Name: _________________________________________ Number of people in household: _______ Address: _________________________________________________________________________ Phone: _____________________________ Type of Business: _______________________________ Email: ____________________________________________
If applying for financial hardship Documentation required
Please attach a copy of your previous year’s income tax forms. In order to protect your identity, please white or black out any social security numbers on the document. To qualify based solely on income status the household annual income must be less than $24,000 per year.
Party A: information for the occupants residing in the address mentioned above and requesting the shared service.
Annual Gross Income ________________
Spouse’s Annual Gross Income ________________
Annual income from others in household ________________ Total Household Annual Income ________________
Sign and Certify
I, the undersigned, certify that all the information provided on this application and the supporting document(s) is true and correct.
I understand that once the City reviews the application, if approved to move forward, all parties will be receiving a declaration document that must be signed by each responsible individual. These documents must be signed and returned to the City; and that until these documents are on file with the City of Modesto the approval will not be complete.
Party A
_________________________________
Signature
_________________________________
Name (please print)
Please submit this application by one of the following:
• Mail to: City of Modesto
Attn: Solid Waste Enforcement Supervisor
P.O. Box 642
Modesto, CA 95353
• Scan &Email: [email protected]