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About This Location

The City of St. Petersburg Recycling and Brush site at 2453 20th Ave N is a free, walk-up drop-off point for recyclables and yard waste, open daily nine months a year.

What this location Accepts

✓ Glass bottles and jars (all colors)
✓ Aluminum and steel cans
✓ Plastic bottles, jugs, jars, tubs (#1–#7)
✓ Milk and juice cartons
✓ Corrugated cardboard
✓ Newspapers, magazines, and mixed paper
✓ Grass, leaves, and plant trimmings (yard waste)
✓ Tree and shrub trimmings, palm fronds, limbs

Related recycling guides: Yard Waste · Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Plastic bags, film, or dry-cleaning bags
✕ Styrofoam / polystyrene
✕ Electronics (e-waste)
✕ Building materials, concrete, or brick
✕ Furniture or mattresses
✕ Hazardous household waste

Programs & events

  • Brush and vegetative debris recycling — Yard waste brought to this site is composted or chipped into mulch by Sanitation Services.

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2453 20th Ave N recycling site open on Sundays?

Yes. The city recycling and brush site at 2453 20th Ave N is open every day of the week, 9 AM to 5:30 PM, including weekends.

Are plastic bags accepted at this recycling center?

No. Plastic bags, plastic wrap, and dry-cleaning bags cannot be placed in the recycling bins — they clog processing equipment. Drop plastic bags at participating grocery store take-back bins instead.

Can I bring yard waste and household recyclables in the same trip?

Yes. Both are accepted at this location. Keep them separate in your vehicle for easy unloading into the correct areas.

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Contact & Location

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Address
2453 20th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33713
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City / State
St Petersburg, Florida

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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