Everything Bethany residents need to know about trash collection, recycling, and disposal
Overview
Bethany, CT provides municipal curbside trash pickup and recycling collection through a contracted hauler. The town also operates a Recycling Center at 755 Amity Road for drop-off of recyclables, electronics, and other materials. Twice-yearly bulk pickup events are held in spring and fall.
Bethany Curbside Trash Collection
The Town of Bethany provides weekly curbside trash collection through a contracted hauler.
- Containers: Approximately 60-gallon trash containers provided by the hauler
- Frequency: Once per week
- Pickup day: Varies by area — verify your specific day with Bethany Town Hall at (203) 393-2100
Curbside Recycling
Recycling is collected curbside on the same day or on a designated schedule.
- Containers: Blue recycling box provided by the hauler
- Type: Single-stream recycling
- Accepted: Cans, bottles, plastics, paper, cardboard, and other standard recyclables
- Place items loose in the bin — no plastic bags
Bethany Bulk & Large Item Pickup
Bethany conducts two curbside bulk trash pickups per year.
- Spring 2026: March 2, 2026 (starting on north side of town)
- Fall 2026: September 28, 2026 (starting on south side of town)
- Placement: All items must be out by Monday at 6:00 AM. Do not place items curbside earlier than the Friday before pickup.
- Location: Within 12 feet of the curb. Limbs and branches must be parallel to the curb, no longer than 10 feet.
- Limit: 12 cubic yards per residence (roughly 6 washing machines stacked two high)
- Over-limit fee: $10.00 per cubic yard over the limit
NOT Collected During Bulk Pickup
- Tires
- Refrigerators and freezers
- Items containing chemicals
Recycling Center / Drop-Off
Bethany Recycling Center
- Address: 755 Amity Road, Bethany, CT 06524
- Hours:
- Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Thursday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM
- Friday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Saturday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Sunday & Monday: Closed
- Resident sticker required: Yes — provided at no cost. Stickers are mailed with Motor Vehicle tax bills in July and are also available at the Tax Office in Town Hall.
Accepted at the Recycling Center
- Clean newspapers, mixed paper, flattened cardboard (including clean pizza boxes)
- Glass food and beverage containers (separated by color)
- Plastics #1–7 (with recycling symbols)
- Aluminum cans, scrap metal
- Electronics and appliances
- Uncontaminated motor oil and automotive antifreeze
- Batteries
Fees at the Recycling Center
- Most materials: No fee
- Refrigerators, air conditioners, dehumidifiers: $10.00
- Large appliances, tires, mattresses: Consult attendant for fees
NOT Accepted
- Wax paper, soiled paper
- Construction debris
- Plastic bags
- Hazardous materials
Food Scrap Recycling
Bethany participates in the Reduce the Trash Co-Collection Pilot Program, offering free food scrap diversion. Residents receive two orange trash bags (15-gallon each) and one green food scrap bag (8-gallon) per week via voucher app at local retailers. Food scraps are sent to Quantum Biopower in Southington for anaerobic digestion. Details at reducethetrashct.com/bethany.
Yard Waste
No specific curbside yard waste or leaf collection program was confirmed. Limbs and branches (up to 10 feet) are accepted during bulk pickup events. Verify yard waste drop-off policies at the Recycling Center with Town Hall at (203) 393-2100.
Holiday Schedule
Holiday pickup adjustments depend on your hauler's schedule. Recent patterns include:
- Independence Day: No change in pickup day
- Labor Day: All pickup days delayed one day
- Thanksgiving: Thursday pickup delayed one day
- Christmas: Thursday pickup delayed one day
Verify the current holiday schedule with your hauler or Town Hall.
Tips & Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What day is trash pickup in Bethany, CT?
Pickup days vary by area. Contact Bethany Town Hall at (203) 393-2100 for your specific collection day.
Q: What happens if I miss trash pickup day in Bethany?
Wait until your next scheduled collection day. You can also bring eligible items to the Recycling Center at 755 Amity Road during operating hours.
Q: How do I get a Bethany recycling center sticker?
Stickers are mailed free with Motor Vehicle tax bills in July. You can also pick one up at the Tax Office in Bethany Town Hall.
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