10/13/2026
WHY IS NYC MOVING TO COMMERCIAL WASTE ZONES?
New York's commercial waste system is changing — but there's a bigger idea behind the new map.
NYC divided the five boroughs into 20 Commercial Waste Zones, with three carters authorized to provide curbside service in each. According to DSNY, the program is designed to improve service, establish new safety standards and reduce harmful emissions associated with waste hauling.
For Cogent, it's also an opportunity to keep doing what we believe good waste management should do: serve businesses reliably while helping build a cleaner, more sustainable New York.
Have questions about Commercial Waste Zones or what they mean for your business? Contact Cogent at cogentwaste.com/contact.