In an effort to promote a cleaner and more sustainable community by reducing the use of single-use plastics, the City of Pittsburgh unanimously passed a Plastic Bag Ban in April 2022.
As of October 14th, 2023, all retail establishments (grocery stores, restaurants, convenience stores, big box stores, etc.) operating within the City of Pittsburgh are prohibited from providing a single-use plastic bag or a non-recycled paper bag to a customer at checkout or through delivery. Compostable Shopping Bag
The plastic bag ban and paper bag fee apply to all businesses that meet the following criteria:
Steps to take to bring your business into complaince:
Inspectors will conduct spot checks on retailers and will also rely on members of the public to report non-compliant businesses through the 311 Response Center, which allows residents to file reports through an app, online, or by phone. When inspectors check your retail store, they'll check for compliance with all the requirements mentioned on this page, so make sure you complete every step. Ensure you’ll pass an inspection by reviewing the inspection checklist.
Inspectors will review 311 reports and respond by visiting the business to check for violations. Inspectors will issue a warning for the first violation and provide the business with additional information, resources, and technical assistance to help them come into compliance. If the business does not come into compliance within a reasonable time, fines will be applied for subsequent violations.
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