Municipal Waste
/ˌmjuːnɪˈsɪpəl weɪst/
Definitions
- (n.) Waste material originating from residential, commercial, institutional, and sometimes industrial sources, regulated by municipal authorities under environmental law.
The city council enacted new regulations to manage municipal waste more sustainably.
Forms
- municipal waste
- municipal wastes
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Commentary
Municipal waste typically excludes certain industrial or hazardous wastes, which are regulated separately; precise legal definitions can vary by jurisdiction.
This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.