Recycling Drop-Off Center

Recycling Center Policies

• The recycling center is for permitted Framingham residents and local businesses only. A valid permit is required. No exceptions!
• All customers must stop at the guard shack first. Please follow the posted guidelines and employee instructions; your courtesy is appreciated.
• Waste limits are consistent with the allowable limits of the curbside collection program.
• All materials covered under the state waste bans must be handled appropriately. Materials must be separated according to these guidelines.
• Commercial vehicles are not permitted to use refuse disposal
• Construction/renovation material is not accepted.
• Permits are non-transferable.
• We reserve the right to revoke a permit at any time if facility use appears to be non-conforming.
• All users must pay a per-item fee to dispose of the following:
  • All carpeting
  • Bulky soft goods
  • Freon-containing items
  • Propane tanks
  • Sleeper sofas
  • Television / Computer
  • Tires

Obtaining a Permit

Permits are valid for the calendar year, January 1 through December 31st.

1. Permits are available at two locations:
   • Mount Wayte Avenue recycling center during normal hours of operation
   • Public Works' Colonna Building, 100 Western Avenue (Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.)
2. Present vehicle registration at the time of purchase and allow the attendant to make a copy.
   • Registration must be current, non-commercial, and show a Framingham address.
   • For leased vehicles, the accompanying insurance policy showing a Framingham address must be presented.
   • Residents whose vehicles do not conform to the above requirements may complete a non-conforming vehicle application form for permit consideration.
3. Pay $20 fee with cash or check.
4. Allow an employee to place the permit on the lower driver-side windshield.

Replacement Sticker Guidelines

• If a windshield is replaced, or the vehicle is traded in before the end of the calendar year a replacement permit may be obtained by scraping off the old permit and taking it to the recycling center during normal hours of operation.
• Replacement stickers will not be granted free of charge unless the old permit is presented intact and permitted number is legible.
• Receipts will not be accepted for replacement stickers; the old stickers must be presented.

Business Recycling Program

All Framingham businesses are encouraged to use the Framingham Recycling Drop-Off Center. The center is open Thursday - Saturday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Permits are $50 and are valid for the calendar year. Business recycling is restricted to ramp use only. No trash disposal allowed.