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Saratoga County, NY Trash & Recycling: Bulk Item Disposal (2026)

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Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified April 2026

Key Facts

Saratoga Springs
Appointment + fee
Towns
Private hauler or transfer station
E-Waste
Banned from curb (ECL 27-2601)
Refrigerants
EPA 608 recovery required
HHW Events
Semi-annual at fairgrounds

Summary

Saratoga Springs offers bulk pickup by appointment via City Code §221. Town residents use private haulers or county transfer stations (Milton, Northumberland, Clifton Park). Appliances with refrigerants need EPA Section 608 recovery. No curbside electronics. NY ECL 27-2601 covers e-waste.

These county ordinances apply to unincorporated areas of Saratoga County. Incorporated cities within the county may have their own rules that take precedence over county-level regulations.

Disposal Ban: As of January 1, 2015, consumers could no longer dispose of certain types of electronic equipment in landfills, waste-to-energy facilities, in the trash, or at curbside for trash pickup. Use the recycling options described above. Two Ways to Recycle Your Electronic Waste Option 1: Use a Manufacturer's Free and Convenient Takeback Program Go to DEC's list of electronic equipment manufacturers registered in NYS , to find manufacturers, their brands of electronic equipment, and their electronic waste acceptance program websites and toll-free telephone numbers. Manufacturers of covered electronic equipment (CEE) are required to provide consumers a free and convenient opportunity to recycle their equipment brands or one piece of CEE from another manufacturer with the consumer's purchase of the same type. Follow the specific instructions listed on the manufacturer's website or provided over the telephone. Option 2: Go to an Electronic Waste Collection Site Residents in any part of the state can download the list of registered NYS Electronic Waste Collection Sites (PDF, 10.2 MB) , sorted by county, to find a registered electronic waste collection site near them. Call ahead before using an electronic waste collection site as the site listed may not accept your particular type or brand of equipment. If the collection site is not affiliated with a manufacturer's acceptance program, you may be charged a fee to recycle your equipment. If you are looking for a free and convenient way to recycle your equipment, please first follow the Manufacturer Takeback Program steps above. Manufacturers' Responsibilities to their Consumers: The NYS Electronic Equipment Recycling and Reuse Act requires manufacturers to provide free and convenient recycling of electronic waste to most consumers in the state.

Source: NY Electronic Equipment Recycling Act ECL §27-2601View official code

Full Breakdown

Saratoga Springs Department of Public Works schedules bulk item pickup for residents with active solid waste accounts, typically by appointment with fees varying by item (approx. $25 per large item as of 2025). Town residents outside the city must arrange bulk disposal with their private hauler or use transfer stations such as the Clifton Park Transfer Station, Milton Waste Transfer, or Northumberland Transfer Station. Appliances containing refrigerants (fridges, AC units) require EPA Section 608 refrigerant recovery documentation before disposal. Electronics are prohibited from curbside and landfill under NY ECL §27-2601 (NY Electronic Equipment Recycling Act), free drop-off at Best Buy, Staples, or County-sponsored e-waste events. Household hazardous waste events are held semi-annually at the Saratoga County fairgrounds in Ballston Spa. Construction debris is not eligible for bulk pickup, separate C&D roll-off required.

Violations & Fines

Illegal dumping under NY ECL §27-1015: $1,500 to $15,000 per incident. E-waste violations under §27-2601: up to $100 per unit (first offense). Setting bulk out without appointment in Saratoga Springs: $50 to $100.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I dispose of an old refrigerator in Saratoga County?
Schedule bulk pickup with your hauler (additional fee typical) or haul to a transfer station. The refrigerant must be recovered by an EPA Section 608 certified technician and documented before the appliance is accepted.
Can I put a TV at the curb?
No. NY ECL §27-2601 prohibits curbside or landfill disposal of televisions, monitors, and most electronics. Drop-off at Best Buy, Staples, or a county e-waste event is free and required.

Sources & Official References

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