Howell Township Recycling Center

Recycling Center in Howell Township, New Jersey

📍 278 Old Tavern Rd, Howell Township, NJ 07731
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About This Location

The Howell Township Recycling Center, located at 278 Old Tavern Road next to the Public Works building, is a free, resident-only drop-off facility open Tuesday through Sunday from 7:30 am to 3:00 pm (closed Mondays and holidays). Township residents can bring a wide range of recyclables—including aluminum and tin cans, plastics #1–5, glass jars and bottles, cardboard, mixed paper, soft-cover books, electronics, clothing, metal appliances, automotive batteries, and leaves and brush—at no charge. The center also accepts bulk waste equivalent to one pickup-truck load per visit; trailers are permitted for bulk drop-off only Tuesday through Friday. Proof of Howell Township residency is required for all visits, and commercial contractors with commercially plated vehicles are not permitted to use the facility for bulk trash.

What Howell Township Recycling Center Accepts

✓ Aluminum and tin cans (Rinsed cans accepted.)
✓ Plastic bottles #1–5 (Pourable bottles; plastic bags are NOT accepted.)
✓ Newspaper
✓ Mixed paper (No cardboard with food or grease.)
✓ Soft-cover books
✓ Glass jars and bottles (Food and beverage bottles and jars; no window glass, ceramics, or glassware.)
✓ Flattened corrugated cardboard (Must be flattened; no cardboard with food or grease.)
✓ Electronics (e-waste) (Including televisions, computers, monitors, and laptops per township flyer.)
✓ Clothing
✓ Metal appliances (scrap metal) (Large and small metal appliances accepted.)
✓ Automotive batteries
✓ Leaves (Accepted year-round.)
✓ Brush
✓ Bulk waste (All debris normally accepted in curbside bulk pickup; limit one pickup-truck load per visit. Trailers accepted Tuesday–Friday only.)

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries · Appliances · Yard Waste · Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper · Textiles & Clothing

What they do not accept

✕ Household trash / food waste
✕ Food containers / food trays
✕ Aluminum foil
✕ Window glass
✕ Plastic bags
✕ Rechargeable batteries
✕ Household batteries
✕ Cooking oil / automotive oil (motor oil)
✕ Concrete / asphalt
✕ Tires
✕ Wood
✕ Construction debris
✕ Tree stumps / logs
✕ Grass clippings
✕ Hazardous waste
✕ Paint
✕ Commercial / contractor waste
✕ Trailers (Saturday and Sunday for bulk trash)

Items listed above are explicitly prohibited per the official Howell Township Recycling Center flyer and 2026 Bulk Waste Program announcement. When in doubt, call (732) 938-4500 ext. 2451 before visiting.

Fees

  • All accepted recyclables and bulk waste — Free

Access & restrictions

Howell Township residents only · ID or proof of residency required · Walk-in (no appointment) · All residents must show proof of residency to access the center. Accepted forms include: an active driver's license or non-driver's identification card, a property tax bill, or an original unexpired lease agreement naming the resident as lessee or renter. Commercial contractors with commercially plated vehicles are not permitted to drop off bulk trash.

Programs & events

  • Free Bulk Waste Drop-Off Program — Township residents may drop off bulk waste (equivalent to what is accepted at curbside bulk pickup) Tuesday–Sunday, limit one pickup-truck load per visit. Trailers accepted for bulk drop-off Tuesday–Friday only.
  • Curbside Recycling — Township also offers curbside recyclables pickup; residents who cannot reach the center can use limited-schedule curbside bulk pickup in spring and fall.
  • Leaf Drop-Off (Year-Round) — Leaves may be brought to the recycling center year-round during regular operating hours.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Howell Township Recycling Center free to use?

Yes. The center is available to all Howell Township residents free of charge for all accepted recyclables and bulk waste drop-offs.

Do I need to show ID or proof of residency to enter?

Yes. All visitors must show proof of Howell Township residency. Accepted documents include an active driver's license or non-driver's ID card, a property tax bill, or an original unexpired lease agreement naming the resident as lessee or renter.

Can I bring a trailer to drop off bulk waste on the weekend?

No. Trailers are only accepted for bulk drop-off Tuesday through Friday. No trailers are permitted on Saturdays or Sundays for bulk trash.

Are tires, paint, or motor oil accepted at the center?

No. Tires, paint, automotive oil, cooking oil, and hazardous waste are all explicitly prohibited at the Howell Township Recycling Center.

Can contractors use the Howell Township Recycling Center?

No. Professional contractors and vehicles or trailers with commercial plates are not permitted to access the center for bulk trash. The facility is for Howell Township residents only.

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Contact & Location

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278 Old Tavern Rd, Howell Township, NJ 07731
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Howell Township, New Jersey

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Friday 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM

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