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Household hazardous waste facility

Detroit DPW Household Hazardous Waste Receiving Facility

2000 E. Ferry Street, Detroit, MI 48211

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We link to where each detail came from. Hours, fees and rules can change, so check with the place before you make the trip.

Plan your visit

Operator
City of Detroit Department of Public Works
Hours
Thursdays 7:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.; fourth Saturday of each month 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Appointments
Not needed, according to the site
Visit fees
Not listed. Ask about fees before you go.
Who can use it
Residents of Detroit only. Businesses: not accepted.

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What it accepts

Items we’ve recorded so far. The operator accepts other materials too; see its own list for everything else.

Paint

AcceptedFree (documented)

Batteries

AcceptedFree (documented)
  • The list names alkaline and auto batteries.

Other electronics

AcceptedFree (documented)

Computers

AcceptedFree (documented)

Televisions

AcceptedFree (documented)

Microwaves

AcceptedFree (documented)
  • Microwaves are on the electronics list, but other appliances and air conditioners are not accepted.

Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • City of Detroit Household Hazardous Waste (flyer) (opens in new tab) · City of Detroit Department of Public Works
    • The HHW Receiving Facility is at 2000 E. Ferry Street, Detroit, Michigan 48211. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • No appointment is needed. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Household Hazardous Waste Information (opens in new tab) · City of Detroit Department of Public Works
    • Open every Thursday 7:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. and every fourth Saturday of the month 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The facility is open to Detroit residents only and there is no charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Accepted home toxics include paint and paint products and alkaline and auto batteries. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Accepted electronics include computer monitors, keyboards, microwaves, computer terminals, laptops, printers, cell phones, televisions, DVD/VCRs and gaming units. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Not accepted: commercial waste, air conditioning units, appliances, construction debris, car parts and household trash. Checked October 26, 2026.

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