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Scotland County to end recycling 'swap shops' and reconsider scrap-tire acceptance after DEQ guidance
Scotland County Board of Commissioners · February 3, 2026
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Summary
County staff said DEQ guidance and operational concerns led them to propose ending swap shops at recycling centers and to restrict acceptance of scrap tires unless handled by certified dealers; commissioners debated storage, enforcement and the risk of roadside dumping.
County staff told the Board of Commissioners on Feb. 2 they are proposing to end 'swap shops' at recycling centers and to limit scrap-tire acceptance after guidance from the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ).
Staff said swap-shop items often go uncollected and…
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