Lexington Compost Facility
Recycling Center in Lexington, Massachusetts
About This Location
The Lexington Compost Facility at 60 Hartwell Avenue is a residents-only yard-waste and recycling drop-off run by the Town of Lexington DPW. It takes leaves, grass clippings, brush up to 4 inches in diameter and other acceptable yard waste, and the on-site collection also handles scrap metal, automotive and rechargeable batteries, propane tanks and mercury-containing products. It is open to Lexington residents seven days a week; private landscape contractors must buy an annual yard-waste permit or pay by the cubic yard at the DPW Operations Facility on Bedford Street.
What Lexington Compost Facility Accepts
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What they do not accept
The compost facility is for Lexington residents only; private landscape contractors must purchase a yard-waste permit or pay by the cubic yard and may not dump for free.
Fees
- Resident yard-waste drop-off — Free for Lexington residents
- Contractor yard-waste permit — Seasonal permit sticker; fee depends on vehicle size (purchased at DPW, 201 Bedford St)
Access & restrictions
Residents only (proof may be required) · ID or proof of residency required · Walk-in (no appointment) · Lexington residents only; proof of residency required. Private contractors need a paid yard-waste permit or must pay per cubic yard.
Programs & events
- Contractor Yard Waste Permit — Seasonal permit approved in 2025 letting landscape contractors dispose of acceptable yard waste/brush; purchased at the DPW Operations Facility, 201 Bedford Street.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can use the Lexington Compost Facility?
It is open to Lexington residents only. Private landscape contractors must purchase an annual yard-waste permit or pay by the cubic yard at the DPW Operations Facility at 201 Bedford Street.
What are the Lexington Compost Facility hours?
It is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., closed on holidays. It may close in bad weather, so call 781-274-8300 (option 1) to confirm.
What yard waste does Lexington accept?
Leaves, grass clippings, flower and vegetable plants, pine needles and cones, hedge clippings, and brush four inches or less in diameter. Leaves should not be in plastic bags.
Can I drop off batteries or scrap metal here?
Yes. The site collects scrap metal, automotive batteries, rechargeable and button batteries, propane tanks, and mercury-containing products in addition to yard waste.
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