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Recycling drop-off center

Paterson DPW City Yard (bulk drop-off)

402 E 16th St, Paterson, NJ 07514

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We link to where each detail came from. Hours, fees and rules can change, so check with the place before you make the trip.

Plan your visit

Operator
City of Paterson Department of Public Works
Hours
Bulk drop-off Monday–Saturday 8 a.m.–6 p.m. (closed 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.)
Appointments
Not listed
Visit fees
Not listed. Ask about fees before you go.
Who can use it
Residents of Paterson only.

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What it accepts

Items we’ve recorded so far. The operator accepts other materials too; see its own list for everything else.

Couches

AcceptedFree (documented)
  • Items must be manageable by two people.

Furniture

AcceptedFree (documented)
  • Items must be manageable by two people.

Mattresses

AcceptedFree (documented)

Box springs

AcceptedFree (documented)

Tires

Not acceptedCost unknown

Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

Paint

Not acceptedCost unknown

Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • City of Paterson: Garbage Collection (opens in new tab) · City of Paterson
    • DPW City Yard: 402 E 16th St, Paterson, NJ 07514. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Effective 09/02/2025 the city yard accepts bulk items Monday–Saturday 8 a.m.–6 p.m. (closed 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.); bring photo ID showing Paterson residency. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Paterson Bulk Trash Removal flyer and FAQ (starting October 1, 2023) (opens in new tab) · City of Paterson · effective October 1, 2023
    • The 2023 bulk flyer says drop-off at the City Yard is free. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Acceptable bulk for pickup and drop-off includes large wooden furniture, chairs, chests, tables, sofas, love seats, couches, desks, wood headboards and bed frames, and any size mattress and box springs. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Any size mattress and box springs are acceptable bulk. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Cannot be collected or dropped off: building and demolition materials, fuel oils, paint, motor vehicles and parts, hazardous materials, recyclables, yard waste and tires. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Items must be able to be handled by two people; loose items bundled or contained. Checked October 26, 2026.

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