Solid Waste Program
Solid Waste Local Enforcement Agency (LEA)
The Mono County Environmental Health Department serves as the Local Enforcement Agency (LEA) for solid waste facilities in Mono County. Mono County was designated and certified as the LEA in 1992 by CalRecycle (formerly the California Integrated Waste Management Board).
What the LEA Does
- Oversees solid waste permits, closures, and post-closure requirements
- Ensures facilities operate according to the Public Resources Code and Title 14 / Title 27 regulations
- Conducts periodic inspections of all solid waste sites in Mono County—active, closed, illegal, and abandoned
- Prevents solid-waste related nuisances and health and safety impacts
Inspections & Compliance
The LEA checks facilities for compliance with CalRecycle State Minimum Standards. If violations are found, the LEA may require corrections and conduct follow-up inspections to verify compliance.
Enforcement
When necessary, the LEA takes enforcement actions to ensure solid waste is collected, handled, and disposed according to laws, regulations, permit conditions, and operating documents.
Related Programs & Resources
The Mono County Environmental Health Department received an application for a Report of Facility Information Amendment for the Chalfant closed landfill. The application was accepted for filing on October 24, 2023. Please see the public notice for the Chalfant Landfill RFI Amendment linked below for more information.
