Regional Compliance Hub: Electronics (Tue/Sat), Green Waste & Recycling (Mon–Sat) — Central Maui / Pu‘unēnē, HI

This regional hub is designed to keep communities compliant by directing residents to the correct, approved section of Maui’s central “Waste & Recovery” complex. The Central Maui Landfill Complex operates as a single site hosting multiple functions—landfill disposal, residential recycling drop-off, yard trimmings, and the island’s dedicated E-Cycling program—each with its own rules and hours. Maui County identifies the Central Landfill (Pulehu Rd & Hansen Rd, Pu‘unēnē) as the primary landfill on Maui with standard public hours. [1]

The “Electronics” Solution (Strict Hours): E-Cycling Maui — ReThink Center

Electronics are not handled like normal trash. Maui County’s E-Cycling program directs residents to bring e-waste (examples include TVs/monitors, computers, and printers) to the E-Cycling Maui ReThink Recycling Center at the Central Maui Landfill area (301 Hansen Rd; entrance on Pulehu Rd). [2]

Critical Warning: E-Cycling collection is open ONLY on Tuesdays (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM) and Saturdays (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM). County guidance states to bring e-waste only during operating hours—do not leave items at the gate when closed. [2]

  • Program: E-Cycling Maui (ReThink Recycling Center)[2]
  • Address: 301 Hansen Rd (entrance on Pulehu Rd), Pu‘unēnē, HI 96784[2]
  • Hours (Strict): Tues: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM  |  Sat: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (bring items only during open hours)[2]
  • Accepted E-Waste (Examples): TVs/monitors, computers, printers and other covered electronics per program rules.[2]

Green Waste Hub: Yard Trimmings Drop-Off (Central Maui Landfill Complex)

Yard trimmings belong at green waste drop-off—not apartment dumpsters. Maui County lists yard trimmings as a dedicated service at the Central Maui Landfill Refuse & Recycling Center. [3]

No food scraps: Maui reporting and County context emphasize that Maui does not operate a public, county-run composting facility for household food scraps—this hub is intended for green waste/yard waste, not kitchen organics. [4]

The “Recycling” Center: Residential Recycling Drop-Off (Items Often Missing From Apartment Bins)

The Central Maui Landfill Refuse & Recycling Center lists a Residential Recycling drop-off that accepts key materials including cardboard, newspaper, glass jars & bottles, aluminum & steel cans, plastics #1 & #2, and used motor oil. [3]

Standard Site Hours (Complex): Maui County lists the Central Landfill as open Mon–Sat (closed Sundays). Confirm the specific lane/signage for recycling drop-off vs. refuse disposal when you arrive. [1][3]

  • Facility: Central Maui Landfill Refuse & Recycling Center (Drop-Off / Motor Oil / Yard Trimmings)[3]
  • Accepted Recycling (Key Items): Cardboard, Newspaper, Plastics #1 & #2, Glass jars & bottles, Used motor oil (plus cans and other listed categories).[3]
  • Complex Hours (Central Landfill): Mon–Sat (closed Sundays) per County landfill listing; follow on-site signage for the correct section/lane.[1]

Crucial Warnings: Glass, HI-5 & Chemicals

The “Glass” Split: Maui County’s drop-off guidelines list glass containers as acceptable at recycling drop-off centers and explicitly note: redeem HI-5 beverage bottles for 5 cents (cash-back) instead of treating them as ordinary recycling. [5]

HI-5 Glass (Deposit): For beer, soda, and juice bottles with the HI-5 label, use an approved redemption center to get your deposit back. Hawaiʻi’s HI-5 program guidance directs residents to take labeled containers to redemption centers for cash. [6]

Non-HI-5 Glass (No Deposit): The landfill’s residential recycling list includes glass jars & bottles at the drop-off center (subject to the County’s preparation rules). [3][5]

Hazardous Waste: The “Event” Gap (Hold Liquids for HHW Events)

The Problem: Maui County manages residential Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) through scheduled collection events (appointment-based), including for items such as household chemicals. County announcements and the event flyer provide the event framework and requirements. [7][8]

Latex Paint (Practical Compliance Note): County refuse preparation guidance prohibits non-solidified paint from residential pick-up and directs residents to solidify and self-haul as required. Hawaiʻi’s HHW guidance also describes solidifying paint using absorbent (e.g., kitty litter/sawdust/newspaper) before disposal. [9][10]

Bulk Trash (Apartment Reality): Self-Haul Sofas & Mattresses (Residential Fee Applies)

Apartment Reality: Many apartment communities do not receive county curbside bulk pickup. When you need to dispose of furniture or other bulky items, this Central Maui Landfill complex is the primary self-haul destination.

Residential tipping fee (Central Maui only): Maui County’s adopted fees list a residential self-hauler charge of $4 per truck/vehicle (light trucks/vehicles under 10,000 lbs GVW) at the Central Maui Landfill only. [11]

  • Complex: Central Maui Landfill (Pu‘unēnē) — landfill, recycling drop-off, yard trimmings, and E-Cycling (separate sections)[1][3]
  • Electronics (Strict): E-Cycling Maui open Tues 1–5 and Sat 9–1 only (do not leave items when closed)[2]
  • Recycling Drop-Off (Key Items): Cardboard, Newspaper, Plastics #1 & #2, Glass jars & bottles, Used motor oil[3]
  • Glass Split: Redeem HI-5 deposit containers for cash; non-deposit glass is handled per County drop-off rules[5][6]
  • HHW Chemicals: Hold liquids for County HHW events (appointment-based) per event notices/flyers[7][8]
  • Residential Self-Haul Fee: $4 per vehicle (Central Maui Landfill only; light trucks/vehicles under 10,000 lbs GVW)[11]

EEAT Sources: [1] Maui County: Landfill Information (Central Landfill location + standard hours)  |  [2] Maui County: E-Cycling Maui Program (Tue/Sat hours + bring items only during open hours)  |  [3] Maui County Facilities: Central Maui Landfill Refuse & Recycling Center (recycling drop-off list + yard trimmings)  |  [4] News from the States (Civil Beat syndication): Maui lacks a public county-run food-scrap compost facility (context for “no food scraps” at green waste)  |  [5] Maui County: Drop-Off Center Recycling Guidelines (glass accepted; “Redeem HI-5 beverage bottles for 5 cents”)  |  [6] Hawaiʻi Dept. of Health (HI-5): Only labeled containers are redeemable for cash at redemption centers  |  [7] Maui County Civic Alerts: Residential HHW collection event announcement (event-based framework)  |  [8] Maui County (PDF): HHW Event flyer (appointment + residential-only requirements)  |  [9] Maui County: Refuse Preparation & Collection Instructions (non-solidified paint and bulky items banned from pickup; solidify/self-haul guidance)  |  [10] Hawaiʻi Dept. of Health (PDF): HHW guidance (paint solidification with kitty litter/sawdust/newspaper)  |  [11] County of Maui (PDF): FY 2025 Rates & Fees (Central Maui Landfill residential self-hauler fee: $4 per vehicle under 10,000 lbs GVW)

 
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At a Glance: Maui County vs State of Hawaiʻi Solid Waste Rules

Maui County (All Communities)

  • Mandate Type: Integrated solid waste and recycling framework focused on landfill diversion and Zero Waste — not a standalone “multifamily-only” recycling mandate. Residential solid waste includes both single-family and apartment/multifamily dwellings.
  • Applicability Threshold: No published “X+ unit” trigger for apartments. Expectations apply countywide to all residential properties, including multifamily communities, to use proper disposal routes and County programs.
  • Duties for Properties: Provide appropriate trash and recycling service for residents, use permitted facilities, discourage illegal dumping, and follow County guidelines for what can be recycled at Drop Box Centers and other programs.
  • Enforcement: Maui County may issue a notice of violation requiring:
    • Cease and desist from the violation
    • Correct the violation at the owner’s expense by a specified date
    • Pay a civil fine up to $1,000 by a specified date
    • Pay a civil fine of up to $1,000 per day for each day the violation persists (Maui County Code § 19.530.030; see related County FAQs)
  • Key Maui County Links:
    Maui County Recycling Section – Overview
    Residential Recycling Guidelines
    Drop-Off Center Recycling Guidelines
    Maui County Code § 19.530.030 – Administrative Enforcement
    County FAQ – Consequences of Non-Compliance

State of Hawaiʻi – Solid Waste & Illegal Dumping

  • Mandate Type: Statewide solid waste control under HRS Chapter 342H (Solid Waste Pollution), implemented by the Hawaiʻi Department of Health (DOH). County programs operate under this umbrella.
  • Applicability: Applies to any person or entity that generates, transports, or disposes of solid waste, including apartment and multifamily properties, haulers, and businesses.
  • Duties: Use permitted solid waste facilities, avoid illegal dumping, comply with permit conditions and DOH rules, and manage waste in a manner that protects public health and the environment.
  • Enforcement & Penalties: Under HRS § 342H-9, DOH may seek civil penalties of up to $10,000 per day for each separate violation. DOH guidance on illegal dumping notes:
    • Administrative and civil penalties up to $10,000 per day per offense
    • Higher criminal penalties (up to $25,000 per day) and potential felony charges for large-volume, knowing illegal dumping (e.g., ≥10 cubic yards)
  • Key State Links:
    HRS Chapter 342H – Solid Waste Pollution
    HRS § 342H-9 – Penalties
    DOH Administrative & Civil Penalty Policy (PDF)
    DOH Illegal Dumping Notice (PDF)
    eHawaii – Recycling & Waste Portal

Fines & Penalties Snapshot – Maui County & State of Hawaiʻi

  • Maui County – Civil Fines for Non-Compliance:
    For many County program violations (including environmental and land use), Maui County uses an administrative enforcement process. A notice of violation may:
    • Order the violator to cease and desist;
    • Require correction at the owner’s expense by a specified date;
    • Impose a civil fine up to $1,000; and/or
    • Impose a civil fine of up to $1,000 per day for each day the violation persists.
    This structure is referenced in County FAQs and implemented under Maui County Code § 19.530.030.

  • Maui County – Business Non-Compliance Example:
    In some County FAQs, businesses that fail to comply with County rules (including environmental requirements) may face:
    • A civil fine of $500 per day of violation; and
    • In the case of a continuing violation, the daily fine may be doubled on the first day of each 30-day period after the correction deadline, up to a maximum of $1,000 per day.
    These examples illustrate how Maui County escalates fines when violations continue.

  • State of Hawaiʻi – Solid Waste & Illegal Dumping Penalties:
    Under HRS § 342H-9, any person who violates Chapter 342H, related rules, or permit conditions may be fined up to $10,000 for each separate offense, with each day of violation treated as a separate offense. DOH guidance on illegal dumping explains that:
    • Administrative and civil penalties may reach $10,000 per day per offense;
    • Knowing disposal of larger volumes can trigger higher criminal penalties (including fines up to $25,000 per day and possible felony charges).
    For an apartment or multifamily community, mismanaged waste or unpermitted dumping could therefore invoke both County and State enforcement.

  • Tip: By maintaining service contracts, recycling container maps, resident education records, and photos of clean, well-signed recycling areas, you give County or State inspectors a clear, documented story of good-faith compliance — the best way to minimize daily penalties and enforcement escalations.

Property Manager Compliance Checklist (Maui County Apartments & Multifamily)

Task Action / Requirement Authoritative Links
☑ Confirm Jurisdiction & Governance Verify that your community is under Maui County (all communities on Maui, Lānaʻi, and Molokaʻi’s Maui County areas are). Hawaiʻi has counties but no incorporated cities or towns, so:
• City-style names like Wailuku, Lahaina, Kīhei, and Kahului are communities within Maui County, not separate city governments with their own recycling ordinances.
• Solid waste, recycling, and enforcement policy is driven by the County, under the umbrella of State of Hawaiʻi law (HRS 342H). 		Census – Hawaiʻi Local Government Structure
Overview – Counties, No Incorporated Municipalities
eHawaii – Recycling & Waste Portal
☑ Subscribe to Appropriate Trash & Recycling Service Make sure your property has documented service for both trash and recycling:
• Use permitted haulers or subscription curbside recycling services where available.
• Size service to match the number of residents and the volume of recyclables (cardboard, metals, glass, plastics) your property generates.
• Where curbside service is limited, ensure residents have access to County Drop Box Centers and clearly communicate how to use them.
• Keep hauler contracts, invoices, and any self-haul receipts to permitted facilities as proof of proper disposal. 		Maui County Recycling – Program Overview
Drop-Off Center Recycling Guidelines
Hawaiʻi ISWMP Excerpt – Drop-Off Options (PDF)
☑ Containers, Corral Layout & Signage Design container areas so residents can easily keep recyclables separate from trash:
• Provide clearly labeled recycling containers for accepted materials (e.g., cardboard, newspaper, glass containers, plastic bottles, aluminum and steel cans as allowed at County Drop Box Centers).
• Size containers and pickup frequency to prevent overflow and windblown litter.
• Use permanent signage at enclosures and cart rooms showing what residents can and cannot place in recycling.
• Maintain safe access and clear drive aisles for haulers and residents. 		Residential Recycling Guidelines
Drop-Off Center Recycling – Accepted Materials
Maui Recycling Section
☑ Resident Education & Communication Build a simple, repeatable communication plan so residents know how to recycle correctly:
• Provide written recycling instructions to residents at move-in and on a recurring basis (e.g., twice per year).
• Use door hangers, email blasts, community apps, and on-site signage to reinforce what is recyclable and where it goes.
• Link residents to the County’s residential guidelines and Drop Box Center information so they see you’re aligned with official resources.
• Keep copies (PDFs, screenshots, printouts) of all recycling communications in your compliance file. 		Residential Recycling Guidelines
Recycling & Waste – County of Maui Portal
Maui Recycling Section
☑ Documentation & Avoiding Daily Fines Create an “inspection-ready” digital or physical binder for your community:
• Current trash and recycling service agreements, invoices, and route or pickup information.
• Any self-haul records and disposal receipts to permitted landfills or transfer stations.
• Photos of container areas showing signage, cleanliness, and container labels.
• A log of resident education mailings, emails, and on-site campaigns.
• Notes from internal walk-throughs with corrective actions taken (e.g., contamination cleanup, enclosure repairs).
Being organized makes it easier to resolve County or DOH questions before they escalate into $1,000-per-day County fines or $10,000-per-day State penalties. 		Maui County Code § 19.530.030 – Administrative Enforcement
County FAQ – Consequences of Non-Compliance
HRS § 342H-9 – Penalties
☑ Prevent Illegal Dumping & Nuisance Conditions Illegal dumping and misuse of common areas can quickly draw enforcement attention:
• Monitor bulk waste, abandoned items, and overfilled dumpsters that could look like open dumping.
• Provide residents with clear instructions for bulky-item disposal and special materials.
• Work with haulers and vendors to remove problem piles before they trigger complaints.
• Treat known trouble spots (back lots, overflow areas) as priorities for cleanup and better lighting or surveillance where appropriate. 		DOH Illegal Dumping Notice (PDF)
DOH Penalty Policy (PDF)
HRS Chapter 342H – Solid Waste Pollution

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