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2 locations from 10 recycling listings in New Orleans.
Household hazardous waste sites for paint, chemicals, pesticides, motor oil, and other items you cannot put in the trash. Hours, fees, and accepted items change, so call or check the listing before you load up.
Hazardous Waste Disposal in New Orleans
Recycling Drop Off Center - New Orleans
2829 Elysian Fields Ave New Orleans LA 70122 USA
Mon-Fri Closed · Sat 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Sun Closed
4.4 (48 reviews)
Run by the City of New Orleans Department of Sanitation, this Saturday drop-off at Elysian Fields handles materials that the city does not collect curbside. From 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays, residents can bring glass bottles and jars (up to 50 lbs.), electronics, batteries, light bulbs, household hazardous waste such as paint, chemicals, oil and oil filters, Mardi Gras beads, and shredded paper. On scheduled dates it also hosts Household Hazardous Waste Day and free Shred Days run in partnership with Iron Mountain, where residents can shred up to 50 pounds of paper per person. The drop-off complements the city's curbside recycling cart and bin program for eligible properties.
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The Green Project Paint Recycling Drop-Off
2831 Marais Street
(504) 945-0240
Paint drop-off Thu-Sat 11:00 AM-5:00 PM
Started in 1994, The Green Project is a 501(c)(3) in the St. Roch neighborhood of New Orleans. At 2831 Marais Street it collects usable latex and water-based paint and mixes that paint into interior, exterior, and primer colors. Paint is mixed weekly, and 40,000 gallons are diverted each year. Paint drop-off uses the double doors on Press Street by the marble yard, Thursday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Containers must be latex or water-based, carry the original label, be at least one-third full, and show no hardening, grit, separation, or mildew smell. Oil-based paint, stains, spray paint, and dried-out cans are refused. The limit is 10 gallons per household or business per visit. A salvage store in the same warehouse takes doors, windows, lumber at least 4 feet long, fixtures, cabinets, and working tools. Material drop-off is Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Hazardous Waste Disposal in New Orleans: FAQ
What counts as household hazardous waste?
Paint, solvents, pesticides, pool chemicals, motor oil, antifreeze, fluorescent bulbs, and similar products that can catch fire, react, or poison. Sites differ on what they take, so check the listing.
Do I need to be a resident to use a hazardous waste site in New Orleans, LA?
Often yes. County and city sites are usually funded locally and may ask for ID or a utility bill. Businesses generally cannot use household sites.
How should I transport hazardous waste?
Keep products in their original containers with lids tight, never mix them, and load them upright in your trunk or truck bed away from passengers.