City of Denton Solid Waste & Recycling

06/12/2026

In observance of the Juneteenth holiday, on Friday, June 19, the City of Denton Landfill & Home Chemical Collection (HCC) will be open from 7 a.m. to noon

No change to residential collections.

06/11/2026

Do you have questions about where to dispose of certain items?

Use the Waste Wizard! Search any item to find the proper disposal method by visiting www.dentonrecycles.com

06/09/2026

As kids spend more time outdoors during the summer break, help keep everyone safe by slowing down and staying alert!

Friendly waves from a safe distance are always welcome! 👋 🚛

06/08/2026

Students are checking bins for contamination and helping educate their campus on what is accepted in the recycling bin.

Congratulations on receiving 1st place for the elementary and high school category in the Denton Sustainable Schools Recycle Audit Challenge!🏆👏
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06/05/2026

♻ City of Denton Solid Waste & Recycling supported 12 Denton ISD Career Days this year.

Huge thanks to our staff for making Career Days educational and fun! 👏

06/04/2026

🛠Planning DIY summer projects?

Before heading to the store for paint or other similar items, stop by the ReUse store first.

City of Denton residents can choose up to 4 items per visit at no charge.

ReUse Store:
📍1527 S. Mayhill Rd., Building 300
🕖Monday – Saturday from 7 a.m. – 4 p.m.

06/02/2026

🧺Planning a picnic this summer?

Pack reusable containers, cloth napkins, and refillable bottles to help reduce waste while enjoying the outdoors. 🌞

06/01/2026

💦 Unused or expired pool chemicals can be dropped off at Home Chemical Collection (HCC) for safe and proper disposal.

HCC:
📍1527 S. Mayhill Rd., Building 300
🕖Monday – Saturday from 7 a.m. – 4 p.m.

05/28/2026

Can you sort it right?

Put your recycling skills to the test this summer and learn as you play, Ready, Set, Recycle!

Visit http://bit.ly/3GHb2J4 to play.

Learn about your community’s waste diversion programs in a fun way with our brand new waste sorting game. Sort materials correctly and win fun items to build your own digital park!

05/25/2026

In observance of the Memorial Day holiday on Monday, May 25, all residential collections will be delayed by one day.

The City of Denton Landfill and Home Chemical Collection will be open from 7 a.m. - noon.