Solid Waste Education & Enforcement Team
Who is S.W.E.E.T?
The Solid Waste Education Enforcement Team (SWEET) serves to promote public safety, public health and the welfare of the citizens of the City of Atlanta. SWEET oversees enforcement of all sanitation regulations for the City of Atlanta including provisions for proper storage, collection and disposal of solid waste, recycling and illegal dumping as well as guidelines for the proper maintenance of residential yards and commercial establishments.
Vision
To develop a progressive, professional, elite environmental code enforcement response unit supported by sound administrative policy, technology and training. This response unit is geared towards performing related tasks, communicating with community stakeholders and providing training to similar professional agencies.
Mission
To inform the community through residential assistance and education regarding environmental issues; the proper way to dispose of waste; and City of Atlanta laws, regulations and ordinances ensuring the public right of way will not be infringed upon.
S.W.E.E.T. Enforced Ordinance Search
Street, Sidewalk & Other Public Places
Top Ten Violations
Right of Way Containers
Ordinance 130-39
Illegal Dumping
Ordinance 130-7
Yard Trimmings (No Plastic Bags)
130-36(c)
Mixed Rubbish Refuse
130-36(d)
Construction Material
130-45
Maintenance Inspection of Property
130-2
Dumpster Enclosure
130-43(d)(2)(d)
Dumpster Overflow
130-43(b)(2) Commercial
Scrap Tires
130-32
Illegal Signs
138-13