Charlotte County Landfill
Recycling Center in Punta Gorda, Florida
About This Location
The Charlotte County Landfill at 29751 Zemel Road in Punta Gorda is the county's main solid-waste disposal site, open to both households and commercial haulers. In-county waste is charged $49.88 per ton with a $5.00 minimum, while out-of-county waste costs $99.74 per ton with a $17.00 minimum; the scale house accepts VISA and Mastercard only. Clean fill such as tile, dirt, gravel and small concrete pieces is accepted at no charge, and tires are accepted at $2.77 each for up to five. Household hazardous waste, electronics and items like motor oil and fluorescent bulbs are handled through the county's Mini-Transfer & Recycling Facilities rather than at the landfill scale.
What Charlotte County Landfill Accepts
Related recycling guides: Batteries · Tires
What they do not accept
Motor oil, fluorescent bulbs, mercury devices and household hazardous waste are diverted to Charlotte County's Mini-Transfer & Recycling Facilities / curbside program rather than the landfill scale.
Fees
- In-county waste
- Out-of-county waste
- Tires
- Oversized items
Access & restrictions
Open to the public · Walk-in (no appointment) · Open to the public and commercial haulers. A building permit number is required for construction/demolition debris. Payment at the scale is by VISA or Mastercard only.
Programs & events
- Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)
- Electronics (e-waste) recycling
- Residential recycling
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to dump at the Charlotte County Landfill?
In-county waste is $49.88 per ton with a $5.00 minimum, and out-of-county waste is $99.74 per ton with a $17.00 minimum. The scale house accepts VISA and Mastercard only.
What are the Charlotte County Landfill hours?
The landfill is open Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and is closed Sunday. Hand-unloaders should arrive at least 30 minutes before closing.
Can I bring household hazardous waste or electronics to the landfill?
No. Household hazardous waste, electronics, motor oil and fluorescent bulbs are handled through Charlotte County's Mini-Transfer & Recycling Facilities and curbside program, not the landfill scale.
How many tires can I dispose of at the landfill?
Tires are accepted at $2.77 each for up to five tires; larger quantities are charged per ton.
Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.