Alachua County Hazardous Waste Collection Center (HWCC)
Permanent drop-off A household hazardous waste drop-off site run by Alachua County in Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida.
- Address
- 5125 NE 63rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Hours
- Mon-Fri 7:00 am-5:00 pm; Sat 8:00 am-12:00 pm; closed Sundays and holidays
- Who can use it
- Free residential drop-off. The county says all North Florida residents (Alachua and neighboring counties) can use the main HWCC year-round. Very small quantity generator (VSQG) businesses pay a fee.
- Cost
- Free for residents; VSQG businesses pay per the county fee schedule
- Appointment
- Not stated
- Phone
- 352-334-0440
Call ahead. Hours, limits and accepted items change, and sites close for weather and holidays. Confirm with Alachua County at 352-334-0440 before you load the car.
What you can bring
- ✓Paint
- ✓Batteries
- ✓Motor oil
- ✓Antifreeze
- ✓Gasoline
- ✓Fluorescent bulbs
- ✓Electronics
- ✓Propane
- ✓Pesticides
- ✓Pool chemicals
✓ accepted · ✕ not accepted · – not listed by the source. Exact wording from the official list is below.
Accepted (official list)Medicines; poisons and pesticides; paint thinners; radiator fluid; used oil/lubricants; oil filters; pool chemicals; solvents; insecticides; gasoline/fuels; fluorescent lamps and CFLs; electronics; sharps; thermostats and thermometers; used cooking oil; computers; TVs; paints; batteries (all types); fertilizers; household cleaners; corrosives; propane tanks; pharmaceuticals; aerosol cans; roof tar; brake and transmission fluids; flares and ammunition; microwaves
What they won’t take
The source does not list excluded items.
Limits
The source does not list quantity limits.
Rules and residency
Who can use itFree residential drop-off. The county says all North Florida residents (Alachua and neighboring counties) can use the main HWCC year-round. Very small quantity generator (VSQG) businesses pay a fee.
Nearby alternatives
Distances are straight-line from this site. Most programs only serve their own residents: check “who can use it” first.
- Permanent drop-off · 6 mi away · 10714 N State Rd 121, FLWho can use it: Alachua County residents (residential use only). Out-of-county residents should ask the attendant about a residential Out-of-County Use Permit. Commercial waste…
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FAQ
Who can use Alachua County Hazardous Waste Collection Center (HWCC)?
Free residential drop-off. The county says all North Florida residents (Alachua and neighboring counties) can use the main HWCC year-round. Very small quantity generator (VSQG) businesses pay a fee.
Is it free?
Free for residents; VSQG businesses pay per the county fee schedule
Do I need an appointment?
The source does not say. Call 352-334-0440 to check.
Can I bring old paint?
Accepted: paint thinners. Accepted: paints.
Last checked Sun, Oct 18, 2026, checked against the program’s own official page. Sources:
- alachuacountyrecycles.com/hazardous-waste/
- alachuacountyrecycles.com/hazardous-waste-how-can-i-safely-dispose-of-it/
- alachuacounty.us/Depts/SolidWaste/hwc/pages/hazardouswastecollection.aspx
- floridadep.gov/sites/default/files/HHW_County_Contact_List_Oct2026.pdf