If your community does not offer curbside collection, see the list to the right for drop-off locations in the City of Columbus. These locations accept household recyclables any time at no charge. An additional disposal fee is charged to cover the extra labor and recycling costs. Central City and Bargain House offer pick-up service for a fee. State law bans lead acid batteries from landfill disposal.
State law prohibits the disposal of whole or shredded tires.
We recommend you pay the small fee charged to dispose of your tires when purchasing new tires for your vehicle. At this time, the only authorized tire disposal facility is the C.O.C. Tire Shredding Facility at 2829 Jackson Pike. Call 274-5595 for information. Household hazardous wastes are materials used in the home that can cause injury or are harmful if disposed of improperly. Click here to access information on household hazardous waste collection dates and locations throughout Franklin County.