City of Milwaukee residents have two convenient locations where they can recycle or safely dispose of a wide variety of items. When you arrive at a self-help center, you will be asked to provide proof of City of Milwaukee residency or property ownership. Contractors are not allowed to use the centers. You will then be directed to unload your vehicle. The centers are located at:
6660 N. Industrial Road 3879 W. Lincoln Avenue
Items accepted at both locations:
* fee and certain restrictions apply (en Español)
In addition to the City's Self-Help Centers, private locations in the Milwaukee area may also accept unwanted items.
Summer Hours
April 12, 2010 through November 27, 2010 Mon, Tue. Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Closed on Wednesdays
Call (414) 286-CITY(2489) for more information.
Construction Related Material Charge begins in AprilThere is a charge for all City residents bringing construction related material into the self help stations. This includes roofing material, brick, stones, concrete, lumber, drywall, paneling and other construction material.
The charge is $15 for up to 8 cubic yards, and $30 for 8-16 cubic yards. (16 cubic yard maximum.) No contractor vehicles allowed.
Operations Division Room 501 Zeidler Municipal Building 841 N. Broadway Milwaukee, WI 53202 Preston Cole Director of Operations Phone: (414) 286-8333 Fax: (414) 286-3593