Darien Recycling And Refuse Center
Recycling Center in Darien, Connecticut
About This Location
The Darien Recycling and Refuse Center at 126 Ledge Road is the Town of Darien's municipal transfer station, open to permit-holding residents. It takes single-stream recycling, runs a food-scrap drop-off, and operates a popular Swap Shop where usable items can be left and taken for free. A current town permit must be displayed on your windshield to enter.
What this location Accepts
Related recycling guides: Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper
What they do not accept
Fees
- Permit (no town garbage collection) — $150 (two permits; third +$50)
- Permit (with town garbage collection) — $50 (two permits; additional +$50 each)
- Permit — seniors 65+ — One free per household
Access & restrictions
Darien residents only — current town permit required · Yearly permits expire June 30. For residents without garbage collection the fee is $150 for two permits ($50 for a third); with garbage collection $50 for two permits (additional permits $50 each). Seniors 65+ get one free permit per household. Swap Shop open M-F 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM.
Programs & events
- Swap Shop — Drop off and take usable household items for free; open Monday-Friday 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM.
- Food Scrap Recycling — Residential food-scrap drop-off available during recycling hours.
- Household Hazardous Waste Day — Town HHW collection held in June for materials not accepted year-round.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit to use the Darien Recycling Center?
Yes. A current Town of Darien permit must be affixed to the driver's-side windshield to enter. Permits expire June 30 each year, and seniors 65 and over receive one free permit per household.
What can I recycle at the Darien Recycling Center?
Single-stream recycling accepts paper, flattened cardboard, glass, rigid plastics and metal. There is also a food-scrap drop-off and a Swap Shop for reusable household items.
What are the hours?
The center is open Monday through Saturday, 7:00 AM to 2:45 PM, and closed Sunday. The Swap Shop runs Monday-Friday 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM.
Can I bring hazardous waste or propane tanks?
No. Household hazardous waste is only accepted at the town's HHW Day in June. Asbestos, medical/pathological waste, fire extinguishers, propane tanks and sealed containers are not accepted.
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