Special Wastes
There are many items that may not be placed in your trash, recycle or green waste bins.
These including items such as, construction debris, large bulky items, electronic wastes, hazardous wastes, motor oil and medical wastes. To help you dispose of these materials, please review the following information.
Multi-Family
For managing household hazardous waste, multi-family tenants can:
- Visit the City
of Glendale Household Hazardous Waste Center. - Visit LA County’s hazardous waste program
Businesses
For managing commercial hazardous waste, businesses can:
- Use the Fire Department’s small quantity generator program:
- Businesses must contact the program manager prior to dropping off any waste in order to set up an
account. - Please note businesses may be charged for such a service.
- Businesses must contact the program manager prior to dropping off any waste in order to set up an
- Visit LA County’s hazardous waste program
For more questions, please contact the Glendale Fire Department: Household Hazardous Waste Program at (818)
548-4810.
Proper Paint Disposal – Proper disposal and recycling of paint is the LAW in California. Paint may
not be disposed in the trash or down the drain. Unused paint may NOT be ‘dried-out’ in an open container due to
strict air quality regulations. Drop-off sites are located throughout California for the collection and
reuse/recycling of paint and primers, stains, sealers, and clear coatings in 5-gallons or less.
To locate a drop-off near you, visit
Motor Oil – It is illegal to improperly dispose of used motor oil. It may only be disposed at a
certified collection point.
Certified Collection Centers
AutoZone #5381
800 S Glendale Ave.
Glendale, CA
91205
Firestone Store #011428
401 S Brand
Glendale, CA
91204
Glendale Lube Center
605 E. Harvard St.
Glendale, CA
91205