Solid Waste Division

The Solid Waste Division provides municipal drop-off collection of household discards at two transfer stations and during special events held at Smith Vocational High School. The Division promotes waste reduction through residential composting, reuse, and recycling opportunities. Empty heading

Policies & Procedures

The following policies and procedures are in effect. All questions regarding solid waste operations should be directed to dpwinfo@northamptonma.gov or 413-587-1570.

Transfer stations are closed on all holidays observed by the City
Transfer stations follow the City’s inclement weather closure schedule
Transfer station permit holders are responsible for all disposal fees (pdf)
Transfer station permit holders must follow established solid waste regulations (pdf) and Northampton Solid Waste Ordinances - Chapter 272
Transfer station permits are valid for one fiscal year (July 1 to June 30)
- Primary transfer station permit fee is $45 per household, per vehicle and a second vehicle for the same household is an additional $40
Transfer station permits may be purchased:
- Online through UniBank
- By check, payable to the City of Northampton, through the mail or dropped in one of the lock boxes at 125 Locust Street - please include name, mailing address and license plate number(s) with your payment
- Special application for Caregiver Access (pdf) can be mailed or dropped in one of the lock boxes at 125 Locust Street. Please contact 413-587-1570 for assistance.
- Special application for Means-based Discounts (pdf) can be mailed or dropped in one of the lock boxes at 125 Locust Street. Please contact 413-587-1570 for assistance.
Northampton blue SMART bags may be purchased at select retail stores (pdf)
Earth machine compost bins, countertop food scrap collection bins, 14 gallon recycling bins and rain barrels are available for sale

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, Sundays and all holidays observed by the City

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

Disposal fee payments (pdf) must be made by check or exact cash and placed in the lock box on the attendant door; attendants are not able to make change
Transfer station permits may be purchased online through UniBank
Blue SMART bags may be purchased at select retail stores (pdf)

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, 7:00 am - 11:45 am
1st Monday of February, April, June, August, October and December, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Closed all holidays observed by the City

Access

All vehicles transporting large loads are subject to the City’s Load Covering Ordinances, § 272-8 and § 285-13

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

Disposal fee payments (pdf) must be made by check or exact cash; attendants are not able to make change
Transfer station permits may be purchased online through UniBank