NYC Commercial Waste Zones
Waste Connections of New York is proud to announce we were awarded 12 commercial waste zones and a city-wide containerized zone as part of Local Law 199 of 2019, which focuses on commercial waste reform.
New Waste Regulations are Coming to Lower Manhattan!
It's required for businesses to partner with an authorized waste hauler, or the Department of Sanitation (DSNY) will assign one to you.
Starting April 1, 2026the transition period to contract with an authorized waste hauler begins in Lower Manhattan for all waste and recycling services.
By May 31, 2026every business in Lower Manhattan must have a written contract with an authorized waste hauler by the end of the transition period.- Reach out to Waste Connections of New York for all of your waste and recycling needs to ensure you're complaint!
Recyclable Materials Discount & Organic Waste Discount
Recyclable Materials Discount | Organic Waste Discount |
|---|---|
30% | 30% |
Maximum Rate Schedule: Curbside Service
Zone | Maximum Fixed Monthly Charge Based on Frequency of Collection | Maximum Weight / Volume Based Charge | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 Day Overnight | 2 Days Overnight | 3 Days Overnight | 4 Days Overnight | 5 Days Overnight | 6 Days Overnight | 7 Days Overnight | Per 100 lbs Refuse | Per CY Refuse | |
Lower Manhattan | $22.27 | $44.54 | $66.81 | $89.09 | $111.36 | $144.77 | $256.13 | $17.65 | $26.83 |
Maximum Rate Schedule: Containerized Service
Zone | Maximum Service Charge per Pull | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Open-Top Container | Compactor | |||||||
10-19 CY | 20-29 CY | 30-39 CY | 40+ CY | 10-19 CY | 20-29 CY | 30-39 CY | 40+ CY | |
Lower Manhattan | $1,273.53 | $1,427.84 | $1,582.14 | $1,736.45 | $1,273.53 | $1,427.84 | $1,582.14 | $1,736.45 |
Maximum Montly Rental Charge | ||||||||
Lower Manhattan | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
NO Additional Fees
Waste Connections of New York is proud to share we do not charge any additional fees.
Premium Pickup Services | Additional % Fee | Additional Information |
Pickup Outside of Service Hours | 0% | Requested pick-up. |
Pickup within 2 Hours | 0% | Requested pick-up time within a window of lessthan two hours where a |
Cleaning | Charge per Incident | |
Container / Compactor Cleaning | $0.00 | Cost of cleaning a container or compactor |
Equipment | Change per Incident | |
Deliver, Replace or Remove Carts / Containers | $0.00 | Cost of delivering, replacing, or removing a cartor container for a |
Rental of Equipment | $0.00 | Cost of renting equipment other than containers,compactors or |
Additional Service | Change per Incident | |
Return Rate if Carter Must Return to Provide Service | $0.00 | Cost of returning to a location for service basedon a customer created |
Entry Required for Collection Service | $0.00 | Cost of collection service that requires entry inside the building, other |
Pickup Delays | $0.00 | Cost of driver waiting due to a customer created delay in excess of |
Improper Setout Fees | Change per Incident | |
Container Overfill | $0.00 | Fee for Cart/Bin/Container overfill. Must bedocumented following all |
Recyclable Materials / Source Separated Organic Waste | $0.00 | Designated recyclable materials or sourceseparated organic waste |
Payment Fees | Change per Incident | |
Late Payment Fee | $0.00 | Monthly fee for late payment(s) |
Insufficient Funds Fee | $0.00 | Fee for insufficient funds including but notlimited to a bounced check |
Credit Card Payment | $0.00 | Payment made by credit card if the following aremet: |
Neighborhoods in Lower Manhattan:
Financial District (FiDi) | Tribeca | Seaport | Battery Park City | Governors Island | Parts of Chinatown
If you are a commercial business and your waste is collected by a private hauler, you must sign a new written service agreement with a zone-authorized hauler between April 1, 2026 and May 31, 2026, or DSNY will choose one for you. Waste Connections of New York is authorized to work in your zone.
New Business Regulations in NYC
The implementation period for Local Law 199 of 2019, which focuses on commercial waste zones, begins on September 3, 2024 in Queens Central. By January 2, 2025, New York City Law will now require:
Every business must have a written contract with a waste hauler.
We are one of ONLY three companies that can provide waste and recycling services.
We are one of ONLY five companies that can provide city-wide containerized roll off services.
Get Your Waste Contract Fast and Easy!
Our local professionals are ready to help your business comply with New York City's new regulations. We’ll make sure you get upfront pricing and reliable service.
Request a quote
Use our online form to receive a quick and efficient quote tailored to your needs.
Waste assessment and sign-up
Our waste management experts will assess your business' waste equipment needs.
Receive your FREE container(s)
We guarantee timely delivery and pickup, providing reliable service from start to finish.
We're Authorized to Work in Your Zone
Waste Connections is authorized to work in 12 Commercial Waste Zones and can provide city-wide containerized service.