South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 61 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
Subchapter 61-107 - Solid Waste Management
Subchapter 61-107.5 - Solid Waste Management: Collection, Temporary Storage and Transportation of Municipal Solid Waste
Section 61-107.5.D - Collection of Municipal Solid Waste

1. Organized collection, e.g., drop-off centers, convenience centers, green boxes, curbside, etc., of putrescible solid waste shall be at a frequency which ensures the prevention of hazards and nuisances to health and the environment. Curbside collection of putrescible waste from residences shall be no less often than one (1) day per week. Collection from solid waste storage containers for putrescible waste from residences, food service facilities, e.g., restaurants, etc., shall be no less often than two (2) days per week unless an extension is requested and approved by the Department. If the potential for nuisances and/or hazards to health and/or the environment are detected, the Department may require more frequent collection. Collection of putrescible solid waste from food service facilities, e.g., restaurants, etc., may require daily collection to ensure the prevention of hazards and nuisances.

2. Organized collection of nonputrescible municipal solid waste shall be at a frequency which ensures the prevention of hazards and nuisances to health and the environment, but no less often than one (1) day per week unless an extension is requested and approved by the Department. This weekly collection requirement does not apply to construction and demolition debris.

3. Collectors shall ultimately dispose of solid waste at facilities and/or sites permitted or registered by the Department for processing or disposal of that waste stream.