Dumps NearbyHazardous waste drop-offVerified October 2026
City of Chicago HHW Collection Facility
You will find City of Chicago HHW Collection Facility in Chicago, IL. It is a household hazardous waste (HHW) drop-off in Cook County. It is run by a public agency, so residents can usually drop off their own loads here. Listed materials: household hazardous waste and electronics. It is one of 100 drop-off sites we list in Cook County.
| Address | 1150 N North Branch, Chicago, IL 60642 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Cook County, IL |
| Phone | (312) 744-7672 |
| Website | chicago.gov |
| Hours | Tue: 7 am to 12 pm Thu: 2 pm to 7 pm 1st Sat of month: 8 am to 3 pm Walk-in during scheduled hours only; no appointment mentioned. City e-waste drop-off locations operate April 1 through December 30. |
| Fees | Fees unknown to us. Call and describe your load to get a quote. |
| Who can use it | Residents only |
| Access | Public site, typically meant for residents |
| Accepts | Household hazardous waste, Electronics, paint, motor oil, batteries |
| Not accepted | commercial waste, alkaline batteries, latex paint, tires, appliances, construction debris, pharmaceuticals, fireworks, explosives, smoke detectors |
| Operator | City of Chicago |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: chicago.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Cook County
- Cook County's CHaRM Center in South Holland takes hard-to-recycle materials (electronics, textiles, foam) free from county residents but does not accept furniture, paint, mattresses or liquids. Source
- Chicago's residential recycling drop-off centers are open daylight hours seven days a week for blue-cart recyclables only; plastic bags are not accepted. Source
Before you go
- Many HHW sites limit the amount per visit; ask before bringing a large batch.
- Load the heaviest items last so they come off first.
Other household hazardous waste sites nearby
- Lake County SWMD Household Hazardous Waste Facility Hazardous waste drop-offHousehold hazardous wasteTires
- Hours: Sat-Sun: 9 am to 2 pm
- Solid Waste Agency of Lake County Hazardous waste drop-off
Dumps for household trash nearby
- Chicago Metro Transfer Station - Hooker Transfer station
- Republic Recyling Loop Center Recycling centerHousehold trash & bulky itemsRecyclables
- Republic Services Transfer station
More in Cook County
All 100 drop-off sites in Cook County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Illinois
Frequently asked questions
Where is City of Chicago HHW Collection Facility?
1150 N North Branch, Chicago, IL 60642. Signs at the entrance usually point to the scale house first.
What can I drop off at City of Chicago HHW Collection Facility?
City of Chicago HHW Collection Facility is listed for household hazardous waste and electronics. Not accepted: commercial waste, alkaline batteries, latex paint, tires, appliances and construction debris.
Can non-residents use City of Chicago HHW Collection Facility?
No, it is for residents only.
When is City of Chicago HHW Collection Facility open?
Tue: 7 am to 12 pm; Thu: 2 pm to 7 pm; 1st Sat of month: 8 am to 3 pm. Walk-in during scheduled hours only; no appointment mentioned. City e-waste drop-off locations operate April 1 through December 30..
What other household hazardous waste sites are near City of Chicago HHW Collection Facility?
Lake County SWMD Household Hazardous Waste Facility in Hammond (18 mi), Naperville HHW Collection Site in Naperville (29 mi) and Solid Waste Agency of Lake County in Gurnee (35 mi).
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