ILLEGAL DUMPING WILL COST YOU
In Philadelphia, illegal dumping is being captured, tracked, and enforced every day. Fines can reach $5,000 per item, and violators may also face cleanup costs, vehicle confiscation, and criminal charges.
EVERY ITEM HAS A COST
A mattress left behind can cost $5,000. Four dumped tires can cost $20,000. The City has already issued more than $3.5 million in judgments this year. And with fines stacking per item, one dump can become a much bigger consequence fast.
THERE’S NOWHERE TO HIDE
cameras are everywhere
Hotspots are monitored to capture dumpers in the act.
officers are ready
Trained teams across the City can issue violations and escalate cases quickly.
THE PENALTIES ARE HIGHER
Fines stack per item, and liability extends to anyone involved.
AVOID THE FINES. USE THE RIGHT OPTION.
Philadelphia offers free scheduled services to help residents dispose of bulky items, hazardous waste, and other materials responsibly. Before you leave it on the curb, in an alley, or on the corner, find the right disposal option.
CALL 311 TO REPORT ILLEGAL DUMPING.
Help protect your neighborhood by reporting illegal dumping when you see it.