New paper recycling rules: above-ground containers now mandatory for residents
Residents in apartment buildings must now use above-ground paper containers for recycling, replacing loose collections. The change aims to streamline waste disposal but requires adjustments to how paper and cardboard are handled.
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Implementation Date | 30 March 2026 |
| Target Group | Residents using collection containers for residual/organic waste (e.g., apartment dwellers) |
| Waste Pass Requirement | Same pass as used for residual/organic waste containers |
| Cost | Free of charge |
| Alternative Disposal | Environmental street collection points (free for large quantities) |
| Action Required | Loose paper/cardboard no longer collected; must use designated containers |
The municipality is responsible for waste management policies, ensuring efficient and sustainable disposal methods for residents. This initiative reflects their role in promoting recycling and reducing environmental impact through structured waste collection systems.
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Above-ground paper containers throughout the municipality
Residents who use collection containers for residual waste and organic waste, for example because they live in an apartment building, can now also dispose of their paper and cardboard in above-ground paper containers. They have received a letter about this. Disposing of paper and cardboard is done using the same waste pass as for the other collection containers and is free of charge.
No more loose paper and cardboard
Now that above-ground paper containers have been installed, loose paper and cardboard left out for collection will no longer be picked up. Paper and cardboard must now be placed in the paper container. If the quantity is too large or does not fit properly in the container, it can be taken free of charge to the environmental street collection point. Tip: make paper and cardboard smaller by tearing, cutting, slicing or flattening it. This way, more will fit in the container and you help prevent blockages.
Caption: Photography: Gerard van Vugt