Permits, Drop-Off Rules and Fees at 18 Youngs Field Road
New Milford Recycling Center is at 18 Youngs Field Road and is operated by Three Veterans LLC through the Town of New Milford’s public/private partnership. It handles mixed recycling, bulky waste, household trash, electronics, mattresses, textiles, bottle redemption and several other material streams.
Access is permit-based for New Milford and participating Sherman residents, and many non-standard materials have separate fees or preparation rules. Check the correct category before loading your vehicle.
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7:15-3:15
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7:15-3:15
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9:00-3:00
Plan your New Milford recycling trip
- Center overview
- Hours and contact
- Sticker and permit fees
- Payment options
- Mixed recycling
- Electronics
- Mattresses and box springs
- Bulky waste fees
- Garbage and appliance fees
- Bottle and can redemption
- Textiles
- HHW, paint and yard waste
- Free table and reuse
- Small business use
- Before-you-go checklist
- Map and directions
- FAQs
- Official sources
How the New Milford Recycling Center Works
The Town of New Milford opened the recycling center more than 25 years ago. In October 2020, the Town moved to a public/private operating model and Three Veterans LLC took over operation of the center.
The site now combines traditional mixed recycling with transfer-station services. Current facility categories include bulky waste, mattress disposal, electronics, mixed recycling, household hazardous-waste guidance, textiles and bottle/can redemption.
Recycling
Single-stream household recyclables, e-waste, textiles and other program-specific material can be handled at the center.
Transfer-station disposal
Household trash, appliances, tires, furniture and construction-type bulky material may carry weight-based or item-specific fees.
Reuse and redemption
The site includes a free-table reuse area and a bottle-and-can redemption program.
New Milford Recycling Center Hours
| Day | Current Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 7:15 a.m.-3:15 p.m. |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 7:15 a.m.-3:15 p.m. |
| Friday | 7:15 a.m.-3:15 p.m. |
| Saturday | 7:15 a.m.-3:00 p.m. |
| Sunday | 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. |
Phone: 860-799-5068
Email: threeveteransllc@gmail.com
Sticker, Permit and One-Day Pass Rules
Regular use is permit-based. New Milford residents must show proof of residency, and the vehicle sticker is placed on the windshield when issued.
| Permit Type | Current Listed Fee | Rule |
|---|---|---|
| New Milford resident annual sticker | $25 | 12-month sticker; proof of residency required. |
| Small-business sticker | $50 | Business must meet the center’s small-business definition. |
| Senior resident, age 65+ | First sticker free | Applies to the first eligible senior sticker. |
| One-day pass | $5 | Valid for one single day. |
| Sherman resident | First sticker free | Additional stickers are $10 each; proof of residency required. |
Payment Options
The center lists several ways to pay for permits, disposal charges and fee-based items.
- Cash
- Check
- Credit card
- Debit card
- Apple Pay
- Samsung Pay
- Electronic punch cards
Mixed and Single-Stream Recycling
New Milford uses single-stream recycling for many common household recyclables. Fiber material such as paper and cardboard can be combined with accepted food and beverage containers rather than sorted into separate commodity bins.
The center’s own historical and current descriptions include paper, cardboard, glass bottles and jars, steel/tin/aluminum cans and accepted plastic containers among the normal single-stream material types.
Paper & cardboard
Keep paper clean and dry. Flatten cardboard before loading.
Bottles, jars & cans
Empty food and beverage containers before placing them in recycling.
Check current plastic rules
Plastic-market rules can change. Use the center’s current “What’s In, What’s Out” guidance for questionable plastic products.
Electronics Recycling Is Listed as Free
The current transfer-station fee page lists e-waste as free. Examples provided by the center include televisions, computers, fax machines, cell phones, digital cameras, VCRs, video games, monitors, tape recorders, radios and keyboards.
Common accepted e-waste
- TVs
- Computers
- Monitors
- Printers and fax machines
- Cell phones
- Digital cameras
- VCRs and video games
- Radios and keyboards
Before drop-off
Back up files, sign out of accounts, remove removable media and erase personal data from computers, phones and other data-bearing electronics where possible.
Mattress and Box Spring Recycling
Clean, dry and recyclable mattresses and box springs can be recycled through the center. The mattress page lists a limit of four pieces.
| Mattress Condition | Current Listed Charge | Rule |
|---|---|---|
| Clean, dry and recyclable | Free recycling | Up to four pieces. |
| Clean/recyclable but assistance required | $3 per piece | Handling charge. |
| Wet, contaminated or otherwise non-recyclable | $30 per piece | Goes to bulky waste rather than mattress recycling. |
The dedicated mattress page states that mattress and box-spring recycling is limited to residents of New Milford and Sherman and requires proof of residency.
Bulky Waste and Construction-Type Material Fees
Bulky waste is charged by item or volume. Material that is not listed individually can be charged by cubic yard.
| Bulky Item | Listed Fee |
|---|---|
| Sleeper or reclining sofa | $20 |
| Standard sofa | $15 |
| Plastic chair | $1 |
| Kitchen chair | $2 |
| Office / living-room chair | $5 |
| Recliner | $8 |
| Table | $7 |
| Desk | $7 |
| Cabinet or vanity | $4 each |
| Piano / cut-up hot tub | $75 |
Wood, tile, sheetrock, flooring, insulation, ceiling tiles, wall-to-wall carpet and other construction debris not separately listed are currently priced at $75 per cubic yard. The center says its loader bucket is approximately 1.6 cubic yards, making a full bucket $120.
Dimensional lumber longer than six feet is not accepted, and fencing sections must be no longer than four feet.
Household Garbage, Appliances, Tires and Other Fees
Household Garbage by Weight
| Weight | Listed Fee |
|---|---|
| 1-25 lb | $3 |
| 26-39 lb | $5 |
| 40-59 lb | $7 |
| 60-85 lb | $9 |
Common Appliance and Item Charges
| Item | Listed Fee |
|---|---|
| Freon appliance | $35 |
| Stove / range | $10 |
| Washer or dryer | $10 |
| Dishwasher | $10 |
| Water heater | $10 |
| 20-lb propane tank | $8 |
| Microwave | $10 |
| Wood stove | $10 |
| Furnace / boiler | $20 |
| Small appliance | $2 |
| Complete toilet | $10 |
| Toilet bowl or tank | $5 |
| Porcelain sink | $5 |
Tires and Miscellaneous Items
| Item | Listed Fee |
|---|---|
| Tire up to 20 inches | $8 |
| Tire 21-24 inches | $13 |
| Tire with rim | Additional $3 |
| Riding mower | $5 |
| Box of dishes / books / similar | $4 |
| Area, throw or eligible carpet roll | $10 |
Bottle and Can Redemption Center
Three Veterans operates a bottle-and-can redemption service at the New Milford Recycling Center. The facility says eligible containers in its database can be redeemed through onsite reverse-vending machines.
Self-service redemption
The center has reverse-vending machines that can be used while the facility is open, with payment available after eligible containers are processed.
Drop-off program
The center also offers a drop-off option. Current program wording says payments for drop-off customers are prepared later rather than immediately.
Fundraisers
Groups and organizations can ask the center about fundraiser assistance for bottle and can drives.
The redemption page currently advertises 10 cents for each eligible bottle or can when the barcode is in the center’s database. It also states that customers signing up for the drop-off program after August 30, 2025 receive 8 cents per eligible dropped-off container.
Textile Recycling
The center provides textile collection through Salvation Army bins. Clothing and household textiles can be donated in used condition as long as they are clean, dry and free of odor.
Clothing
Shirts, pants, jeans, coats, dresses, sweaters, socks, undergarments and similar garments.
Footwear & accessories
Shoes, boots, sneakers, belts, gloves, hats, handbags and similar items.
Household textiles
Sheets, blankets, draperies, towels, linens, comforters, pillows, throw rugs and related clean, dry textiles.
Household Hazardous Waste, Paint, Brush and Leaves
The transfer-station fee page does not treat household hazardous waste as ordinary daily drop-off. Instead, it directs users to regional Household Hazardous Waste Collection Days organized through HRRA.
Household hazardous waste
Check HRRA for current collection-day dates, locations and accepted materials before transporting chemicals or hazardous products.
Paint
The center directs users to PaintCare participating retailers for eligible paint recycling rather than ordinary transfer-station disposal.
Brush and leaves
The center directs brush and leaves to New Milford Farms for a fee. The listed contact number is 860-210-0250.
Check HRRA for current regional HHW events and use PaintCare to locate a participating paint drop-off site.
Free Table and Reuse Area
The New Milford Recycling Center maintains an area where residents can leave or browse usable items for reuse rather than disposal.
The center asks users to park outside the center when using the Free Table and notes that some fees may apply at staff discretion. Users are also asked to be considerate about the quantity of items removed.
Small-Business Use
The center defines a small business as one with no more than two principals and ten employees.
The annual small-business sticker is listed at $50. Small businesses are also required to pay applicable bulky-waste fees, item-specific charges and $0.10 per pound for recyclables.
Before-You-Go Checklist
- Confirm you have the correct permit. Regular New Milford and Sherman use is sticker-based.
- Bring proof of residency when needed. It is required for sticker issuance and some programs.
- Check the day. Monday and Wednesday are closed.
- Separate normal recycling from bulky waste. Bulky material may carry item or volume fees.
- Check mattress condition. Clean and dry recyclable mattresses follow different pricing from contaminated mattresses.
- Protect data on electronics. Erase personal information before e-waste drop-off.
- Do not bring HHW as normal trash. Check the regional collection-event schedule.
- Call about large loads. Construction debris, furniture, appliances and pickup service can involve higher charges.
- Sticker / day pass ready
- Proof of residency if required
- Correct operating day checked
- Mixed recycling separated from trash
- Bulky-item fees reviewed
- Mattress condition checked
- Electronics data removed
- HHW routed to current event
Map to New Milford Recycling Center
The facility is located at 18 Youngs Field Road, New Milford, Connecticut 06776.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Milford Recycling Center
Where is New Milford Recycling Center?
New Milford Recycling Center is at 18 Youngs Field Road, New Milford, CT 06776.
What are New Milford Recycling Center hours?
The center is closed Monday and Wednesday. It is open Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 7:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., Saturday from 7:15 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
What is the phone number?
The current center phone number is 860-799-5068.
Do I need a sticker to use the New Milford Recycling Center?
Yes for normal resident use. The center states that every vehicle needs a sticker. New Milford resident stickers are currently listed at $25 per year, with one free sticker for residents age 65 and older. A one-day pass is listed at $5.
Can Sherman residents use New Milford Recycling Center?
Yes. Sherman residents participate in the New Milford facility. The center currently says one Sherman sticker is issued free and additional stickers cost $10 each, with proof of residency required.
Does New Milford Recycling Center take electronics?
Yes. The current fee page lists e-waste recycling as free and includes TVs, computers, monitors, phones, printers, cameras, VCRs, video games, radios and keyboards among the examples.
Are mattresses free to recycle?
Clean, dry and recyclable mattresses and box springs are listed as free to recycle, with a $3 handling charge if assistance is required. Non-recyclable mattresses that must go into bulky waste are currently listed at $30 per piece.
Does the center accept household trash?
Yes. Household garbage is accepted as a paid transfer-station service with fees based on weight.
Can I redeem bottles and cans there?
Yes. Three Veterans operates a bottle-and-can redemption center onsite. Eligible containers can be processed through reverse-vending machines or the center’s drop-off program.
Where should household hazardous waste go?
The center directs residents to regional Household Hazardous Waste Collection Days coordinated through HRRA rather than treating hazardous waste as normal everyday drop-off.
Official and Primary Sources
The facility website, Town of New Milford department directory and HRRA were used to verify the current center identity, operating schedule, permit rules and recycling services.
- New Milford Recycling Center — Main Facility Page
- New Milford Recycling Center — General Information & Permits
- New Milford Recycling Center — Transfer Station Fees
- New Milford Recycling Center — Mattress Disposal
- Three Veterans Bottle & Can Redemption Center
- New Milford Recycling Center — Textile Recycling
- HRRA — New Milford Recycling Information
- Town of New Milford — Department Directory