Solid Waste Division

Solid Waste Operations

Public Works office at 125 Locust Street will remain closed to the public until further notice.  All questions regarding solid waste operations should be directed to dpwinfo@northamptonma.gov or 413-587-1570.

• Transfer station days & hours of operation, access, accepted materials and associated fees have been modified. Please select a specific station below for details:
  • Locust Street Transfer Station
  • Glendale Road Gate #1 - Bulky Waste
  • Glendale Road Gate #2 - Yard Waste
• Transfer stations are closed on all holidays observed by the City
• Transfer stations follow the City’s inclement weather closure schedule
• Transfer station permits may be purchased online through UniBank or by calling 413-587-1570 x4306 for special arrangements
  • Permits are valid for one fiscal year (July 1 to June 30)
  • Permits will not be sold at City transfer stations or in the Public Works office until further notice
  • Special applications for Caregiver Access (pdf) and Means-based Discounts (pdf) are available
• Blue SMART bags may only be purchased at select retail stores in Northampton (pdf)
• Permit holders must follow established regulations (pdf) and Northampton Ordinance Chapter 272
• Permit holders are responsible for disposal fees (pdf)
• The ReCenter Swap Shop will not open for the 2020 season
• Previously scheduled 2020 waste reduction events will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis
• Compost barrels, rain barrels, recycling bins, and countertop compost collection bins will be available for sale online beginning July 1, 2020

Transfer Stations

Transfer station days & hours of operation, access, accepted materials and associated fees have been modified. Please see below for details. All questions regarding solid waste operations should be directed to dpwinfo@northamptonma.gov or 413-587-1570.

• Locust Street Transfer Station
• Glendale Road Gate #1 - Bulky Waste
• Glendale Road Gate #2 - Yard Waste

Locust Street Transfer Station

125 Locust Street, Northampton, MA 01060

Days & Hours of Operation

• Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 7:00 am - 3:45 pm
• Closed on Mondays, Fridays and Sundays

Access

• Masks are required per Northampton’s Board of Health Amended Face Mask Order - June 5, 2020 (pdf)
• Delays may occur as a result of social distancing requirements. Your patience is appreciated

Material Accepted

• Household trash in prepaid blue SMART bags, container and paper recycling, food scrap composting material, used automotive & vegetable oils, small pieces of scrap metal, antifreeze, rechargeable & vehicle batteries, and textiles & clothing
• Important Recycling Changes Effective July 1, 2020: Contractual changes with the regional processing facility stipulate the following changes. We appreciate your cooperation and compliance.

• Crystal-clear egg cartons (paper removed) and crystal-clear drink cups (lids and straws removed) are now acceptable in the transfer station’s container recycling mix.  Colored, opaque (cloudy), and Styrofoam cups and egg cartons belong in the trash.  
• Aerosol cans and shredded paper are no longer allowed in the transfer station’s recyclable material.  Please place them in the trash.

Fees

• Transfer station permits may be purchased online through UniBank or by calling 413-587-1570 x4306 for special arrangements
• Blue SMART bags may only be purchased at select retail stores in Northampton (pdf). They are not available for purchase at the transfer station or at the Public Works office until further notice.
• Disposal fee payments (pdf) must be made by check or exact cash. Special boxes have been installed for contact-free payment. Attendants are not able to make change.

Glendale Road Transfer Station, Gate #1 - Bulky Waste

170 Glendale Road, Florence, MA 01062

Days & Hours of Operation

• 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month beginning June 20, by appointment only, 7:00 am - 11:45 am

Access

• Please complete Bulky Waste Disposal Appointment Form to request an appointment
• All vehicles transporting large loads are subject to the City’s Truck Load Covering Ordinance (pdf)
• Masks are required per Northampton’s Board of Health Amended Face Mask Order - June 5, 2020 (pdf)
• Delays may occur as a result of social distancing requirements. Your patience is appreciated

Material Accepted

• Bulky waste, mattresses, tires, large metal items, appliances, bulky rigid plastics, electronics, propane tanks, mercury waste (light bulbs, thermostats, etc.), and leaves & grass clippings (no brush)

Fees

• Transfer station permits may be purchased online through UniBank or by calling 413-587-1570 x4306 for special arrangements
• Disposal fee payments (pdf) must be made in advance online or by special arrangement.
  • Payment procedure will be explained during the appointment-setting process

Glendale Road Transfer Station, Gate #2 - Yard Waste

170 Glendale Road, Florence, MA 01062

Days & Hours of Operation

• 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month, June 13 to November 30, 7:00 am - 3:45 pm
• Appointments are no longer required at this time but please expect delays so that adequate social distancing can be accommodated

Access

• All vehicles transporting large loads are subject to the City’s Truck Load Covering Ordinance (pdf)
• Masks are required per Northampton’s Board of Health Amended Face Mask Order - June 5, 2020 (pdf)
• Delays may occur as a result of social distancing requirements. Your patience is appreciated

Material Accepted

• Brush, yard waste, and leaves

Fees

• Transfer station permits may be purchased online through UniBank or by calling 413-587-1570 x4306 for special arrangements