Recycle & Reuse Drop-Off Center: Holiday Hours, Fees & Items
Use this Recycle & Reuse Drop-Off Center guide before loading your car. It explains the Austin address, appointment rule, holiday closure warnings, fees, tire cost, free ReUse Store pickup, Austin ReBlend paint, mulch, accepted household hazardous waste, electronics, appliances, hard plastics, Styrofoam, plastic film, not-accepted items, map directions and official Austin Resource Recovery links in simple local language.
The City of Austin says the Recycle and Reuse Center requires an appointment for drop-off and free item pickup.
Austin, TX 78744 Phone (512) 974-4343 Austin 3-1-1 Call 3-1-1 Appointment Schedule Online → ATX
Fast Answer for Austin and Travis County Residents
The Recycle and Reuse Center is located at 2514 Business Center Drive, Austin, TX 78744. The center is open by appointment only. Austin and Travis County residents can schedule a drop-off or pickup appointment through the Austin Recycles app or the City of Austin appointment page.
Use of the facility is free for Austin and Travis County residents, but fees apply for people who do not live in Austin or Travis County, and tires have a separate fee. Businesses are not eligible to drop off hazardous waste at the resident program.
On This Page
- Recycle & Reuse Drop-Off Center overview
- Quick facts before you drive
- Appointment hours and scheduling
- Holiday hours and closure warnings
- Fees and eligibility
- Accepted items
- Items not accepted
- Household hazardous waste
- Electronics and appliances
- Other recyclables
- Reuse Store, ReBlend paint and mulch
- Brush and yard trimmings
- Preparation checklist
- Official links
- Map and directions
- FAQ
Recycle & Reuse Drop-Off Center Overview
The Recycle & Reuse Drop-Off Center is Austin’s appointment-based location for items that should be recycled, reused or safely discarded. It is not a normal trash dump. It is best for household hazardous waste, electronics, appliances, selected recyclable materials, free reusable items, Austin ReBlend paint and mulch pickup.
The most important rule is simple: appointments are required. A resident should not load chemicals, electronics, tires or appliances and show up without a scheduled drop-off. If you need to pick up free reusable items from the ReUse Store, you also need an appointment.
Quick Facts Before You Drive
| User Question | Best Answer | Action Link |
|---|---|---|
| Where is the Recycle and Reuse Center? | 2514 Business Center Drive, Austin, TX 78744. | Map directions |
| Do I need an appointment? | Yes. Appointments are required for drop-off and free item pickup. | Schedule appointment |
| Is it free? | Free for Austin and Travis County residents. Fees apply for nonresidents and tire drop-off. | Fee guide |
| Can businesses use it? | Businesses are not eligible to drop off hazardous waste through the resident program. | Business warning |
| Can I pick up free items? | Yes. The ReUse Store offers free usable items, but availability varies and an appointment is needed. | Reuse Store |
| Are holidays different? | Yes. City holiday notices can close the center even when curbside collection continues. | Holiday closure guide |
Appointment Hours and Scheduling
The official page does not work like a simple “open all day” public dump listing. The Recycle and Reuse Center requires an appointment. Austin and Travis County residents can schedule online or through the Austin Recycles mobile app. The appointment confirmation is the practical source for your exact visit time.
If you need to change your time, the city says appointments cannot be changed after scheduling. You must cancel the appointment and schedule a new one. Cancel through the same method you used to schedule, such as the Austin Recycles app, the online schedule page, or the link in your confirmation email.
Holiday Hours and Closure Warnings
Holiday hours can be different from normal appointment availability. City of Austin closure notices specifically listed the Recycle and Reuse Drop-Off Center as closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day for the 2025-2026 holiday period. Separate 2026 city notices also listed the center closed on Presidents Day and Memorial Day.
| Holiday / Situation | Center Guidance | Resident Action |
|---|---|---|
| Christmas Eve | City notice listed the Recycle and Reuse Drop-Off Center closed. | Do not plan drop-off unless a current appointment page confirms otherwise. |
| Christmas Day | City notice listed the center closed. | Reschedule hazardous waste or electronics drop-off. |
| New Year’s Day | City notice listed the center closed. | Check appointment availability after the holiday. |
| Presidents Day 2026 | City notice listed the center closed. | Use the official appointment page before loading items. |
| Memorial Day 2026 | City notice listed the Recycle and Reuse Center closed. | Do not assume city facility access on the holiday. |
| Weather / operations | Appointment availability can change due to city operations, weather or safety issues. | Check your confirmation and official page before driving. |
Fees, Eligibility and Business Rules
Use of the facility is free for Austin and Travis County residents. Fees apply if you do not live in Austin or Travis County. The city also lists a tire drop-off fee. That means “free” is true for many local residents, but not for every visitor or every material.
| User Type / Item | Cost Rule | Important Note |
|---|---|---|
| Austin resident | Facility use is listed as free. | Appointment required. |
| Travis County resident | Facility use is listed as free. | Appointment required. |
| Nonresident | Fees apply if you do not live in Austin or Travis County. | Verify before scheduling. |
| Tires | The city lists a fee of $6 per tire. | Fee applies even though many resident services are free. |
| Businesses | Businesses are not eligible to drop off hazardous waste through the resident program. | Businesses should call 512-974-4335 for hazardous-waste disposal information. |
| Reuse Store pickup | Reusable items are free, but availability varies. | Appointment needed for pickup. |
| Austin ReBlend paint | Free for individuals, nonprofits and businesses, with appointment. | Colors and availability vary. |
| Mulch pickup | Free pickup is listed. | You must load mulch yourself and bring tools/containers. |
Accepted Items at the Recycle & Reuse Drop-Off Center
The center accepts multiple material categories, but every category has rules. The best approach is to sort your load into household hazardous waste, electronics/appliances, other accepted recyclables, tires and reuse items before your appointment.
| Category | Accepted Examples | Preparation / Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Household hazardous waste | Aerosol cans, automotive fluids and oil filters, batteries, cleaning products, cooking oil, fluorescent bulbs, mercury, paint/thinners, pesticides/herbicides, pool chemicals and propane cylinders. | Original containers preferred; do not mix; 5-gallon or smaller containers; no trash bags. |
| Electronics and appliances | Air conditioners, cell phones and chargers, computers, electronic media, exercise equipment, lamps, lawn mowers, microwaves, kitchen appliances, printers, televisions, washers, dryers and water heaters. | Wipe data from electronics before drop-off. |
| Other recyclables | Cans and foil, cardboard, children’s pools, clothing and housewares, glass bottles and jars, hard plastic, lawn chairs, paper, pet carriers, plastic bags, plastic film, plastic wrap, playground equipment, scrap metal, Styrofoam, trash cans, solar panels and battery storage systems. | Plastic bags/film/wrap must be clean and dry. Styrofoam must be clean and dry, no peanuts. |
| Tires | Tires are accepted with a fee. | $6 per tire according to the official center page. |
| Reusable items | Good, usable items may be accepted for reuse and may later appear in the ReUse Store. | Reuse Store items are free, but availability varies. |
Items Not Accepted
The Recycle and Reuse Center does not accept everything. The official page says it does not accept furniture, mattresses, non-recyclable trash, Styrofoam packing peanuts or toilets. Brush and yard trimmings are also not accepted at the center.
Household Hazardous Waste Rules
The center accepts household hazardous waste for safe disposal or reuse. Austin warns that throwing household hazardous waste in the trash or pouring it down the drain is dangerous and harmful to the environment.
Accepted household hazardous waste examples include aerosol cans, automotive fluids and oil filters, car and household batteries, cleaning products, cooking oil, fluorescent light bulbs, mercury, paint and thinners, pesticides and herbicides, pool chemicals and propane cylinders.
Not accepted HHW includes any waste generated by a business, explosive materials including ammunition, radioactive materials, syringes and medical waste. Businesses that need hazardous-waste help should call 512-974-4335.
Electronics, Appliances and TV Recycling
The Recycle and Reuse Center accepts a wide range of electronics and appliances. Examples listed by the city include air conditioners, cell phones and chargers, computers, CDs/DVDs/floppy disks, exercise equipment, lamps, lawn mowers and weed eaters, microwaves, kitchen appliances, printers and fax machines, stoves, televisions, washers, dryers and water heaters.
Before dropping off computers, phones, tablets or storage media, remove personal data. Back up files, sign out of accounts, remove memory cards, and factory-reset devices when possible. A recycling center handles the material; it does not automatically protect private information.
Other Accepted Recyclables
The center accepts several items that residents often cannot place in normal curbside recycling. These include clean and dry plastic bags, plastic film and plastic wrap, clean and dry Styrofoam except packing peanuts, hard plastic, lawn chairs, children’s pools, pet carriers, scrap metal, clothing and housewares, glass bottles and jars, cans and foil, cardboard and paper.
This is where many residents make mistakes: curbside rules and drop-off rules are not always the same. If an item is not listed, use Austin’s “What Do I Do With…?” tool before placing it in your appointment load.
Tire Drop-Off Fee
The official center page says there is a fee to drop off tires, and the fee is listed as $6 per tire. Do not assume tires are free just because Austin and Travis County residents can use the facility for many services at no cost.
ReUse Store, Austin ReBlend Paint and Mulch Pickup
The ReUse Store gives visitors a chance to pick up items in good, usable condition that others have dropped off. Items are free for everyone, but availability varies. Do not schedule a pickup expecting a specific product to be in stock.
Reuse Store items may include art supplies, automotive fluids, cleaning products and household chemicals. The center also offers Austin ReBlend, a 100% post-consumer reblended flat paint made from paint collected at the center. It is free for individuals, nonprofits and businesses, but an appointment is needed and colors vary.
Mulch is also listed for free pickup. You must load the mulch yourself and bring containers, a pitchfork or shovel, and work gloves. The city also notes that the center no longer offers free glass cullet.
Brush and Yard Trimmings
Brush and yard trimmings are not accepted at the Recycle and Reuse Center. Austin directs these materials to Austin Water’s Hornsby Bend Biosolids Management Plant, where no appointment is necessary for that drop-off route.
How to Prepare Before Visiting
- Schedule the appointment first. Do not load your vehicle until you have a confirmed drop-off or pickup appointment.
- Check holiday closure notices. Holiday closures can override normal appointment expectations.
- Separate categories. Keep HHW, electronics, appliances, tires, plastic film, Styrofoam, cardboard and reuse items separate.
- Pack HHW safely. Use original containers when possible, do not mix products, keep containers upright and avoid trash bags.
- Keep film and foam clean and dry. Plastic bags, plastic film and Styrofoam must be clean and dry. Packing peanuts are not accepted.
- Prepare electronics. Remove personal data from phones, tablets, computers and electronic media before drop-off.
- Bring tools for mulch. For mulch pickup, bring containers, a pitchfork or shovel, and gloves. You load the mulch yourself.
Official Austin Recycle & Reuse Links
Recycle & Reuse Drop-Off Center Map and Directions
The map below points to the Recycle and Reuse Center at 2514 Business Center Drive, Austin, TX 78744. Use the map for directions, but use the official appointment page for the final word on appointment availability, closures, accepted items and holiday updates.
Editorial note: Recycling-Centre.org is an independent guide, not the official City of Austin or Austin Resource Recovery website. Appointment availability, closures, fees, accepted items, holiday schedules and safety rules can change. Always verify with Austin Resource Recovery before driving with hazardous waste, electronics, tires, appliances or a large load.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Recycle & Reuse Drop-Off Center
Where is the Recycle and Reuse Drop-Off Center?
The center is located at 2514 Business Center Drive, Austin, TX 78744.
Do I need an appointment?
Yes. Appointments are required for both drop-off and pickup of free reusable items.
Is the Recycle and Reuse Center free?
Use of the facility is free for Austin and Travis County residents. Fees apply if you do not live in Austin or Travis County, and tires have a separate fee.
How much does tire drop-off cost?
The official City of Austin page lists the tire drop-off fee as $6 per tire.
What household hazardous waste is accepted?
Accepted HHW examples include aerosol cans, automotive fluids and oil filters, batteries, cleaning products, cooking oil, fluorescent bulbs, mercury, paint and thinners, pesticides, herbicides, pool chemicals and propane cylinders.
Can businesses drop off hazardous waste?
No. Businesses are not eligible to drop off hazardous waste through the resident program. The city directs businesses to call 512-974-4335 for information.
Does the center accept electronics and TVs?
Yes. The accepted electronics and appliances list includes cell phones, computers, printers, televisions, microwaves, washers, dryers, water heaters and other items.
Does the center accept Styrofoam?
Clean and dry Styrofoam is accepted, but Styrofoam packing peanuts are not accepted.
Can I bring brush or yard trimmings?
No. Brush and yard trimmings are not accepted at the Recycle and Reuse Center. Austin directs them to Hornsby Bend Biosolids Management Plant.
What is the ReUse Store?
The ReUse Store offers free items in good, usable condition that others have dropped off. Availability varies, and an appointment is needed.
Is Austin ReBlend paint free?
Yes. Austin ReBlend paint is listed as free for individuals, nonprofits and businesses, but an appointment is needed and colors vary.
Is Recycling-Centre.org the official Austin Recycle and Reuse website?
No. Recycling-Centre.org is an independent informational guide. Always verify appointment availability, holiday closures, fees and accepted items with Austin Resource Recovery.
Final Local Summary
The Recycle & Reuse Drop-Off Center at 2514 Business Center Drive, Austin, TX 78744 is an appointment-only Austin Resource Recovery facility for recycling, reuse and safe disposal. Austin and Travis County residents can use the facility for free, but nonresident fees and tire fees apply.
Use this center for accepted household hazardous waste, electronics, appliances, specialty recyclables, tires, ReUse Store pickup, Austin ReBlend paint and mulch. Do not bring furniture, mattresses, trash, Styrofoam packing peanuts, toilets, brush or yard trimmings. Check holiday closure notices before driving, especially around Christmas, New Year’s Day, Presidents Day and Memorial Day.