Vermont Statewide Rule

Vermont Bulk Item and Hazardous Waste Disposal Rules

Heavy RestrictionsApplies statewide across Vermont (2026)

Vermont bans tires, electronics, mercury thermostats, paint, batteries, and other designated wastes from landfills under product stewardship laws administered by the Agency of Natural Resources. Producers must operate statewide free take-back programs serving every Vermont resident.

Key Facts

E-waste: Free take-back
Paint: PaintCare program
Tires: Banned from landfill
Bottle deposit: 5–15 cents
Statute: 10 V.S.A. § 6621a

Source: Vermont General Assembly

Full Breakdown

Vermont has enacted multiple product stewardship laws applying statewide: e-waste (10 V.S.A. § 7551), mercury thermostats (10 V.S.A. § 7106), paint (10 V.S.A. § 6671), primary batteries, and single-use beverage containers under the bottle bill (10 V.S.A. § 1521). Producers must fund collection and recycling at no cost to consumers. Tires and appliances are banned from landfills under 10 V.S.A. § 6621a. Local transfer stations must accept these items, and statewide drop-off networks operate continuously.

Violations & Penalties

Improper landfill disposal of banned bulk items: civil penalties up to $25,000 per occurrence; haulers may refuse pickup.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do I take old electronics in Vermont?

Vermont's e-Cycles program provides free drop-off at participating retailers and transfer stations statewide for computers, monitors, printers, and TVs.

Can I throw tires in the trash?

No. Whole tires are banned from Vermont landfills. Take them to a transfer station or tire retailer, which may charge a small fee.

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