The City of Costa Mesa permits three types of waste hauling: for-hire or franchise waste hauling, contractor self-haul activity, and hauling by property owners. See below for quick references on the best option for your firm:

• Hauling Infographic
• Waste Hauling Reference Guide & FAQ’s
• Contractor Self-Haul
• Property Owner Self-Hauls

Landscape Hauling: Landscapers servicing homes and businesses in Costa Mesa have a variety of ways to ensure compliance with Senate Bill 1383 organics recycling requirements. For additional information, please view the SB 1383 Landscape Requirements fact sheet.

For-Hire or Franchise Waste Hauler: The City of Costa Mesa administers a non-exclusive Waste Hauler Franchise that permits for-hire waste haulers to provide recurring and temporary waste collection and recycling services to commercial and multi-family properties. The City permits waste haulers in its Franchise annually and once permitted, the Municipal Code requirements serve as the agreement between the City and the waste hauler. A summary of the fees required is outlined below:

• Franchise Waste Hauler List
• Franchise Reporting Form

If you have any questions, please feel free to email: WasteHaul@costamesaca.gov.