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What Are Denver's Restaurant Composting Requirements Under URCO?
Denver restaurants are food waste producers under URCO and must provide on-site composting for staff, contract with a City-licensed hauler, post accepted-materials signage in English and Spanish, size service capacity in gallons, and keep compliance records. Enforcement begins September 1, 2026, with fines starting at $150.
Ethan Babil
Aug 164 min read
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