Recycling Theft

You can report a vehicle that removed a large amount of recyclable materials which had been placed out for collection for the Department of Sanitation (DSNY).

Do not use the Recycling Theft Tip Form to report individuals on foot scavenging small quantities of recyclable material.

Report stolen recyclable materials taken with a vehicle.

You can't remove items, materials, or bags that other residents have placed out for Sanitation pickup.

Only authorized employees or agents of the Department of Sanitation may collect them.

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