The Lakewood Drop-Off Facility and Recycling Center is the main hub for residential disposal and recycling. Residents using their personal cars, passenger vans, SUVs, or pick-up trucks to transport waste materials may do so free of charge. Personal identification showing Lakewood residence or ownership of property, vehicle registration, and building permits (if applicable) are required before entering the facility. All users of the facility are responsible for the handling of the debris they bring to discard.
The Drop-Off Facility and Recycling Center is located at 12920 Berea Road, Lakewood, OH 44111. Visitors should enter the center using Gate A, which is the southernmost entry point. Visitors must check in with the attendant before pulling into the garage area. Once inside, Refuse and Recycling Division members will assist visitors on where to place their items.
Certain substances must be enclosed in the original container before being brought to the Drop-Off Facility. Examples include harsh cleaning chemicals, acids, or materials that are caustic, flammable, or poisonous. Please contact the Division of Refuse and Recycling if you have a question about specific materials.
Construction debris must be contained using the guidelines found in the Bulk Trash section. Contractors are responsible for the disposal of their own debris disposal regardless of the contractor’s residency or the location of the work site and are not permitted at the Drop-Off Facility.
Off-rim tires are accepted for a fee of $3.00 per tire from Lakewood residents ONLY. Tire disposal is performed in cooperation with the Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District.
The facility offers year-round confidential document shredding to Lakewood residents and businesses. Remove all non-confidential materials such as folders, envelopes, and extra papers. Staples can be left in your documents, but remove all paper clips, binder clips, or other fasteners.
