Recycling centerVerified October 2026
Cook County CHaRM Center (Center for Hard to Recycle Materials)
Cook County CHaRM Center (Center for Hard to Recycle Materials) is a recycling and drop-off center in South Holland, IL, in Cook County. The site is operated by a local government or district and is meant for drop-offs by the public. It is listed for electronics. Cook County has 100 sites in our directory, including this one.
| Address | 15800 S State St, South Holland, IL 60473 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Cook County, IL |
| Website | cookcountyil.gov |
| Hours | Tue: 8 am to 12 pm Thu: 1 pm to 5 pm 2nd and 4th Sat of month: 9 am to 1 pm May close in severe weather. South Suburban College page says drop-offs must be scheduled through an online form. |
| Fees | Free for residents |
| Who can use it | Residents only. Proof: Proof of residency may be required |
| Access | Government-operated drop-off |
| Accepts | Electronics |
| Not accepted | furniture, paint, mattresses, commercial waste, household hazardous waste |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: cookcountyil.gov, ssc.edu. 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
- Weekday mornings are often the quietest time at the scale.
Other recycling and drop-off centers nearby
- SIMS Recycling center
- Republic Recyling Loop Center Recycling centerHousehold trash & bulky itemsRecyclables
- Near South Residential Recycling Drop Off Center Recycling center
- Recycling Center Recycling centerHousehold trash & bulky itemsRecyclables
- Materials Recycling and Recovery Facility - Medill Recycling center
Dumps for household trash nearby
- Tri State Disposal INC Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsTires
- Cid MRF WM Composting Transfer Station Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brush
- CID Recycling & Disposal Transfer station
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Lake County SWMD Household Hazardous Waste Facility Hazardous waste drop-offHousehold hazardous wasteTires
- Hours: Tue: 7 am to 12 pm …Household hazardous wasteElectronics
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 Cook County CHaRM Center (Center for Hard to Recycle Materials)?
15800 S State St, South Holland, IL 60473. Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn navigation.
What can I drop off at Cook County CHaRM Center (Center for Hard to Recycle Materials)?
Cook County CHaRM Center (Center for Hard to Recycle Materials) is listed for electronics. Not accepted: furniture, paint, mattresses, commercial waste and household hazardous waste.
Can non-residents use Cook County CHaRM Center (Center for Hard to Recycle Materials)?
No, it is for residents only. Bring proof: Proof of residency may be required.
Is Cook County CHaRM Center (Center for Hard to Recycle Materials) free?
It is free for residents, according to the operator.
When is Cook County CHaRM Center (Center for Hard to Recycle Materials) open?
Tue: 8 am to 12 pm; Thu: 1 pm to 5 pm; 2nd and 4th Sat of month: 9 am to 1 pm. May close in severe weather. South Suburban College page says drop-offs must be scheduled through an online form..
What other recycling and drop-off centers are near Cook County CHaRM Center (Center for Hard to Recycle Materials)?
SIMS in Chicago (16 mi), Republic Recyling Loop Center in Chicago (16 mi) and Near South Residential Recycling Drop Off Center in Chicago (16 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near South Holland?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Lake County SWMD Household Hazardous Waste Facility, about 6.5 miles away.
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