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1.
Do I have to have garbage service?
Whatcom County requires the transportation and disposal of solid waste by qualified providers. An exemption is allowed. Please contact Environmental Health online for more information.
Environmental Health
2.
Can’t I just burn my garbage?
Burning garbage is illegal and can be dangerous. Breathing smoke from burning garbage can cause or worsen asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema and damage children’s lungs. Burning plastic releases many cancer causing agents into the air that you or your neighbors may breathe.
3.
Can I burn my yard waste?
Burning yard waste is now illegal if you live in a city with more than 5,000 people. Breathing smoke from any fire can worsen serious lung conditions. Other opportunities such as reducing the quantity of waste, shredding, composting, and chipping are options. Transfer stations and the City of Bellingham Clean Green site will also take your yard waste.
4.
What are the requirements for storing garbage?
Garbage must be stored in a rigid, durable container with a tight fitting lid. This type of container prevents rodents and insects from getting into the garbage and potentially spreading diseases to your neighbors.
5.
Where can I dispose of household hazardous wastes like paints, solvents, cleaners, and gasoline?
The Disposal of Toxics Facility is located at 3505 Airport Drive in Bellingham. The phone number is 360-380-4640. They can also provide information regarding other recycling opportunities.
6.
Where can I dispose of used oil and antifreeze?
These items should be separated and stored in a sealed plastic container with tight fitting lid and taken to:
The Disposal of Toxics Facility
3505 Airport Drive
Bellingham, WA 98225
Birch Bay Lynden Drop Box
4294 Birch Bay Lynden Road
Blaine, WA 98230
Nooksack Valley Disposal Drop Box
250 Birch Bay Lynden Road
Lynden, WA 98264
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