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clean&greenDC

Here is how you can help to clean&greenDC.
Note: Where District of Columbia Municipal Regulations (DCMR) are noted below, fines range from $35 - $1,000.

Audience	What You Can Do
Households/Businesses	Pick up litter and trash daily and recycle the cans and bottles. (21 DCMR §702.1)
	Sweep sidewalks, curbsides, and alleys weekly. (21 DCMR §702.1)
	Improve the appearance of your home and property by removing any nuisance weeds or overgrowth. (24 DCMR §2001.3)
	Keep trash containers closed and secure at all times. (24 DCMR §708.9)
	Report clogged or collapsed storm water drains to DC WASA at (202) 612-3400, or visit DC WASA.
	Conduct a community cleanup. Request loaner tools and bags from the DPW Helping Hand Program at (202) 727-1000. Contact the Office of the Clean City to let us know about your efforts.
	Always put your trash in a proper container. If one is not available, hold on to your garbage until you find a trash can.
	Report street and alley light outages to the Light Complaint Center at (202) 269-0855.
	Remove illegal signs and posters from trees, utility poles, and streetlights.
	Keep the tree boxes clean and free of trash, litter, and weeds. (21 DCMR §702.1)
	Before disposing of unwanted clothing, furniture, or appliances, please check with the local Goodwill Stores about donating these items. By donating these items, it will help needy families and at the same time save needed space in area landfills.
	Create less trash by using reusable food and drink containers when possible.

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