CALGreen and C&D Diversion, Explained for Turlock
You don't need to become an expert in California waste law to run a Turlock project - but knowing the handful of rules that actually apply saves money and headaches. Here's the sho
In this guide
- The 65% diversion target
- Where the debris goes
- The burning prohibition
- Household hazardous waste
- What it means for you
You don't need to become an expert in California waste law to run a Turlock project - but knowing the handful of rules that actually apply saves money and headaches. Here's the short version.
The 65% diversion target
California's Green Building Code (CALGreen) requires most construction and demolition projects to divert at least 65% of their debris from landfill - by recycling or reusing it rather than burying it. On many permitted jobs, Stanislaus County asks for a construction waste management plan showing how you'll do it.
In practice that means keeping clean wood, metal, concrete and cardboard sorted so it can go to the county's approved C&D recycling facilities instead of the landfill.
Where the debris goes
The debris that isn't recycled goes to the Turlock Transfer Station on South Walnut Road or the Stanislaus County Fink Road Landfill near Crows Landing - not out with the curbside carts, and not to the county programs that handle household recyclables and green waste.
A roll-off, with clean streams kept separate, is how a real project meets the target and clears the site in one pass.
The burning prohibition
The San Joaquin Valley Air District tightly restricts open burning across the valley. Burning construction, demolition or treated wood is prohibited outright, and even clean green waste can only be burned on permitted days.
That's why a container, not a burn pile, is how a real job's debris leaves a Turlock property.
Household hazardous waste
California and the county keep hazardous material out of landfills and containers. Paint, solvents, motor oil, pesticides and pool chemicals go free to the Stanislaus County household hazardous waste facility.
Tires have their own route, Freon appliances need the refrigerant recovered, and electronics have their own path too. Keeping them out of the box is a rule, not a preference.
What it means for you
In practice the rules come down to four things: aim to divert at least 65% of project debris, send the rest to the transfer station or landfill, don't burn it, and route hazardous items to the free county facility. A local hauler handles every one of them.
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(209) 250-8487Questions readers ask about this
What is the 65% diversion rule?
California's Green Building Code (CALGreen) requires most construction and demolition projects to divert at least 65% of their debris from landfill by recycling or reusing it. Stanislaus County lists approved facilities and may ask for a waste management plan.
Where does the rest of the debris go?
To the Turlock Transfer Station on South Walnut Road or the Stanislaus County Fink Road Landfill - not out with the curbside carts or county household programs.
Can I burn debris on my Turlock property?
No. The San Joaquin Valley Air District prohibits burning construction, demolition and treated wood, and clean green waste can only be burned on permitted days.
Do I have to handle the rules myself?
No. A local hauler sorts clean material for the county's approved recycling facilities, hauls the rest tarped to the transfer station, and routes hazardous items to the free county facility - so you get compliance without the paperwork.