CWZ Phase 5 Start Date Announced

Official Announcement of Start Date

Staten Island CWZ Phase 5 Officially Set for July 1, 2026

The Staten Island Commercial Waste Zone (CWZ) Phase 5 rollout now has an official starting date. According to the New York City Department of Sanitation, Phase 5 covering Staten Island will begin implementation on July 1, 2026, with full implementation by August 31, 2026. The final rule was published on January 13, 2026.

Green Environmental Services is one of only three authorized commercial waste haulers approved to service the Staten Island Commercial Waste Zone. This designation reflects our long-standing commitment to safety, compliance, and reliable local service as Staten Island transitions into the final phase of the CWZ program.

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