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Regulations for Secondary Metals Recyclers in Orange County: Key Changes and Reporting Requirements

Effective January 3, 2011, Orange County imposes strict regulations on secondary metal recyclers concerning cash transactions. No cash transactions are permitted for restricted items, which include metals like copper piping, aluminum siding, and others outlined in the “Restrictions on Purchases.” Payments must be made via mailed check or electronic transfer, with mandatory electronic reporting of all transactions to the OPD. Furthermore, recyclers must notify law enforcement of recent thefts. The definition of "Seller" now includes "Authorized Agents" with specific authorization procedures detailed.

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Regulations for Secondary Metals Recyclers in Orange County: Key Changes and Reporting Requirements

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  1. Secondary Metals Recyclers • No Cash Transactions • Payment by mailed check or electronic transfer • 17 Restricted Items • Mandatory Reporting to OPD • Additional proof of ownership Effective date: January 3, 2011

  2. Orange County • No cash transaction of a “restricted regulated metals property” • Restricted Regulated Metals Property = City’s items listed in “Restrictions on Purchases” • Cash transactions permitted for all other transactions pursuant to State statute allowing cash transactions up to $1,000 • Electronic reporting of all transactions • Requires a fax for notification to allow law enforcement to notify recyclers of recent thefts.

  3. Proposed Amendments • Definition of “Seller” • Include “Authorized Agent” • “Current” employee, agent, or contractor of a governmental entity, utility company, cemetery, railroad, manufacturer, or other person, business, or entity owning the property • Text deleted from Sec. 43.92, Restrictions on Purchases and added “Authorized Agent”

  4. Authorized Agent 2. Authorization letter • Valid for 90 days from date of letter, or until rescinded, whichever first occurs • May be retained on file or presented at each purchase transaction

  5. Additional Items § 43.91, Limitations on Cash Transactions • Copper piping or tubing • Aluminum siding • Copper or aluminum guttering

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