Section 42649.5.  


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  • (a) This chapter does not limit the authority of a local agency to adopt, implement, or enforce a local commercial solid waste recycling requirement that is more stringent or comprehensive than the requirements of this section or limit the authority of a local agency in a county with a population of less than 200,000 to require commercial solid waste recycling.

    (b) This chapter does not modify, limit, or abrogate in any manner any of the following:

    (1) A franchise granted or extended by a city, county, or other local government agency.

    (2) A contract, license, or permit to collect solid waste previously granted or extended by a city, county, or other local government agency.

    (3) The existing right of a business to sell or donate its recyclable materials.

(Added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 476, Sec. 12. Effective January 1, 2012.)