Darien Recycling and Refuse Center

The Darien Recycling and Refuse Center, located at 126 Ledge Road, Darien, CT, operates Monday through Saturday from 7 am to 2:45 pm and is closed on holidays. Residents can obtain dump permits online or at the Darien Town Hall, with fees of $150 for those without garbage collection and $50 for those with it, allowing for two permits per household, with a maximum of three. Seniors aged 65 and over are entitled to one free permit, with additional permits available for $50 each. Permits must be affixed to the driver's side windshield for access. First-time applicants need to provide proof of residency and vehicle registration. The center accepts various recyclable materials, but specific guidelines on what can and cannot be recycled are available at the facility. For hazardous waste disposal, residents should contact the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection.