Hours, permit requirements, fees, and accepted materials at Branford's transfer station
Overview
The Branford Transfer Station at 747 East Main Street is open to Branford residents Monday through Saturday. A Residence Sticker ($5 for up to 2 years) is required for access. The facility accepts household garbage, recyclables, yard waste, electronics, construction debris (up to 1 ton per project), and more.
This guide is for informational purposes only. Contact the facility directly to confirm current hours and fees before visiting.
Location & Hours
Address: 747 East Main Street, Branford, CT 06405
| Day |
Hours |
| Monday |
7:15 AM – 1:30 PM |
| Tuesday |
7:15 AM – 1:30 PM |
| Wednesday |
7:15 AM – 1:30 PM |
| Thursday |
7:15 AM – 1:30 PM |
| Friday |
7:15 AM – 1:30 PM |
| Saturday |
7:15 AM – 2:30 PM |
| Sunday |
Closed |
Sticker / Permit Requirements
A Residence Sticker is required to use the transfer station.
- Cost: $5 per vehicle (valid for up to 2 years)
- Where to get it: Tax Collector's Office, 1019 Main Street, Branford
- What to bring: Valid driver's license and motor vehicle registration showing a Branford address
- Payment: Cash, check, or money order
- Seniors: Free for residents 65+ (one per household)
- Volunteers: Free for Branford volunteer firefighters
What You Can Drop Off
Accepted Materials
- Household garbage and bulky items
- Recyclables (cardboard, paper, glass, metal, rigid plastics)
- Yard waste (brush, wood chips, leaves — no branches in leaf piles)
- Electronics and appliances
- Scrap metal
- Tires (limit 4 passenger tires per visit)
- Construction debris (up to 1 ton per project — beyond that, rent a dumpster)
- Textiles, books, and fluorescent bulbs
Not Accepted
- Asbestos
- Grass clippings
- Latex or oil-based paint
- Pesticides
- Plastic film
- Propane tanks
- Tree stumps
- Construction debris over 1 ton (requires dumpster rental)
Contact the facility at (203) 488-8394 for the current fee schedule for specific items.
Hazardous Waste Collection
Paint, pesticides, and other hazardous materials are not accepted at the transfer station. Branford residents can dispose of household hazardous waste at HazWaste Central, located at 90 Sargent Drive, New Haven.
Tips & Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need a sticker to use the transfer station?
Yes. A Residence Sticker costs $5 (free for seniors 65+) and is valid for up to 2 years. Get it at the Tax Collector's Office at 1019 Main Street.
Q: Can I bring construction debris?
Yes, up to 1 ton per project. Larger amounts require a dumpster rental.
Q: What if I have hazardous waste?
Paint, pesticides, and hazardous waste are not accepted. Bring them to HazWaste Central at 90 Sargent Drive in New Haven.
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