We’re Ramping Up Recycling Across Summit County
FOR RESIDENTS
Say Hello to Pay As You Throw
Residents of unincorporated Summit County, you’ll soon get to choose the size of your trash bin. The smaller your bin, the lower your bill. Recycling is included and you can choose your own service provider.
The program is already in place in Breckenridge and Frisco.
FOR BUSINESSES & HOAs
Get Ready for Universal Recycling
Over the next few years, all multi-family homeowners’ associations (HOAs) and businesses in Breckenridge, Frisco and unincorporated Summit must add onsite recycling collection.
You can choose your own service provider, and HC3 can help with free site visits.
key dates
pay as you throw
August 31, 2025
Unincorporated Summit County residents have new bins (Breck & Frisco program already in place)
universal recycling
June 2025
100% participation (Breck & Frisco)
October 1, 2026
50% participation (Unincorporated Summit County)
October 1, 2027
100% participation (Unincorporated Summit County)
Have Questions?
We keep our FAQ page up to date with everything you need to know about both Pay As You Throw and Universal Recycling.
Interested in learning more? Watch our Community Forum for an in depth explanation for all things Pay as You Throw.
