Local Service Hub: Public Recycling & HHW Drop-off Center (Tue–Sat) — Naples, FL (Collier County)
This local hub is designed to keep communities compliant by directing residents and property teams to the designated, in-town drop-off center for recyclables and special materials that should not be placed in standard apartment trash streams. Using the Naples Recycling Drop-Off Center is strategically superior for most “quick compliance trips” inside Naples because it is located near the Naples Airport and is the County’s designated Naples-area drop-off location. [1][2]
Naples Recycling Drop-Off Center (Recycling + Batteries + Electronics + Paint + Bulbs)
Central Location: Collier County lists the Naples site at 2640 Corporate Flight Dr with standard drop-off hours.
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Operational Hub: The City of Naples Solid Waste Division’s offices are located on Corporate Flight Drive as well, reinforcing this area as the operational center of the City’s collection program.
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Ordinance Solution (Overflow Recycling): If your property has “overflow recycling” (for example, large cardboard from move-ins that doesn’t fit in on-site bins), the drop-off center provides a defined, compliant destination for cardboard and other accepted materials.
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- Facility: Naples Recycling Drop-Off Center[2]
- Address: 2640 Corporate Flight Dr, Naples, FL 34104[1][2]
- Hours: Tue–Sat: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM[1]
- Accepted Recycling (Examples): glass bottles & jars (clear/brown/green), metal cans, plastics, mixed paper, and corrugated cardboard (moving boxes) (flatten boxes).[1]
- Accepted HHW/Special Items (Examples): batteries (vehicle & household), bulbs (incl. fluorescent), electronics (incl. TVs; limits/fees may apply), paint, and household hazardous waste (e.g., certain pesticides/pool/cleaning chemicals) per County rules.[2]
Naples (Collier County) HHW: In-Town Drop-Off or the Main Landfill Complex
In Naples, you can drop off hazardous materials either at the in-town Naples Recycling Drop-Off Center (most convenient for many communities) or at the County’s main landfill complex, which includes a dedicated Hazardous Materials Collection Center. [2][4]
Main Processing Hub: Collier County Landfill & Hazardous Materials Collection Center (Fees/Rules Apply)
The County’s landfill complex on White Lake Blvd includes the landfill and a designated hazardous drop-off function. Note: The landfill and the Hazardous Materials Collection Center may operate on different schedules—confirm before driving. [2][4]
- Facility: Hazardous Material Drop-Off Center / Hazardous Materials Collection Center (Collier County)[2][4]
- Address (Landfill Complex): 3730 White Lake Blvd, Naples, FL 34117[2]
- Hazard Center Address (as listed in County guidebook): 3728 White Lake Blvd, Naples, FL[4]
- Hours (Hazard Center in County guidebook): Mon–Sat: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM[4]
- Landfill Hours (County listing): Mon–Sat: 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM (hand unloading cutoff applies).[2]
Important for Property Managers: Residential vs. Commercial Loads (HHW Rules)
Residential vs. Commercial: Collier County’s drop-off centers publish Residential Rates and Commercial Rates for many materials, including electronics, bulbs, and paint—confirm what applies before you load a truck.
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Commercial Restrictions: If you are disposing of waste generated by a maintenance or construction operation (for example, very large quantities of paint or business-generated chemicals),
you may be treated as a regulated generator and could be subject to program limits, fees, or referral to a permitted hazardous waste solution.
For large commercial loads, property teams typically need to use an approved/qualified hazardous waste vendor consistent with state and federal rules.
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EEAT Sources: [1] City of Naples: Recycle Program (accepted recyclables; electronics drop-off; Naples drop-off address + Tue–Sat 8:30–4:30) | [2] Collier County: Drop-Off Center/Facilities (Naples drop-off address; accepted materials list incl. batteries/bulbs/electronics/HHW/paint; residential vs commercial rates; White Lake Blvd listings) | [3] City of Naples: Solid Waste Division (department contact + Corporate Flight Dr office address) | [4] Collier County (PDF): Waste Disposal & Recycling Guidebook (Hazardous Materials Collection Center on White Lake Blvd; hazard center hours) | [5] Florida DEP: Household Hazardous Waste (program framework: facilities/events; household vs program scope context) | [6] Florida DEP: Summary of Hazardous Waste Regulations (generator compliance framework; when business loads require regulated handling)
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In unincorporated Collier County — and in municipalities that have adopted the County recycling ordinance by interlocal agreement — recycling service is mandatory for multi-family properties. Collier County regulates multi-family recycling under the Collier County Code Chapter 118, Article V (“Recycling Program”), including Sec. 118-138 (minimum standards for recycling on multi-family property) and Sec. 118-152 (inspections, enforcement, and penalties). The City of Naples operates a parallel Non-Residential Recycling Ordinance (Ordinance 08-12051, codified as City Code § 32-40) that applies to non-residential and many condominium properties inside city limits.
- NOI & Property Value Lift: Cleaner, code-aligned waste and recycling areas improve curb appeal, reduce overflow, and support higher resident retention.
- Resident Convenience & Cleanliness: Doorstep collection reduces cart room crowding, dumpster overflow, litter, and contamination — especially at peak move-in/move-out periods.
- Compliance Simplified: Program design that matches Collier County Chapter 118, Article V and the City of Naples § 32-40 non-residential recycling framework.
- Code-Backed Design: Inspector-friendly container layouts, signage, resident education, and documentation to help you avoid ongoing code-enforcement actions.
At a Glance: City of Naples vs Collier County (Plus Interlocal Partners)
City of Naples
- Mandate Type: Mandatory Non-Residential Recycling Program for commercial, institutional, and certain condominium/non-transient properties.
- Applicability Threshold: Applies to “non-residential property” (properties used primarily for commerce, not-for-profit, or institutional uses). The ordinance explicitly excludes non-transient residential units, but many condominium associations and mixed-use properties within city limits are treated as non-residential under this framework.
- Duties: Owners must provide and maintain recyclable materials containers, coordinate with generators, ensure recyclables are transported to a recycling facility, prevent litter/nuisance, and maintain service agreements or self-haul certificates for inspection.
- Enforcement: Inspections and enforcement are handled under City Code; penalties for § 32-40 violations are governed by the City’s general penalty provisions (up to a $300 fine or up to 90 days imprisonment per offense/day where no specific penalty is otherwise set).
- Key City Links:
City of Naples Ordinance 08-12051 – Non-Residential Recycling (PDF)
City Code General Penalty – Sec. 1-8 (PDF)
City Code Penalties/Enforcement Reference (PDF)
City of Naples Code of Ordinances (Municode)
Collier County & Interlocal Cities
- Mandate Type: Mandatory Recycling for multi-family property, non-residential property, and certain events and venue facilities under the Collier County Recycling Ordinance.
- Applicability Threshold (Multifamily): Applies broadly to multi-family properties (apartments/condominiums) in unincorporated Collier County and in municipalities that have adopted the ordinance by interlocal agreement, including the City of Marco Island and City of Everglades.
- Program Duties (Multifamily): Under Sec. 118-138, owners of multi-family properties must:
- Provide on-site recyclable materials collection containers sized to the property.
- Arrange for recycling collection service (via franchised hauler or compliant self-hauling).
- Post signage indicating recycling container locations and acceptable materials.
- Provide printed recycling education to residents at least two times per year.
- Prevent contamination (no solid or hazardous waste in recycling containers) and correct any litter or nuisance conditions.
- Annually provide current contact information for each multi-family property to the County.
- Enforcement: Under Sec. 118-152, the County Manager may inspect multi-family properties and containers. Violations are prosecuted through the Collier County Consolidated Code Enforcement Ordinance via the Code Enforcement Board or Special Magistrate, with civil fines assessed on a per-day basis for ongoing non-compliance.
- Key County & Interlocal Links:
Collier County Code – Ch. 118, Art. V (Recycling Program)
Sec. 118-138 – Minimum Standards for Recycling on Multi-Family Property
Sec. 118-152 – Inspections, Enforcement & Penalties
Collier County Recycling Ordinance (Ord. 2004-50 as amended by 2009-56, PDF)
WRAP Recognition Proclamation & Backup (PDF)
Collier County Recycling Program Overview
Collier County Recycling FAQs (PDF)
Fines & Penalties Snapshot
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City of Naples – Non-Residential Recycling Non-Compliance:
The City’s Non-Residential Recycling Ordinance (§ 32-40, Ord. 08-12051) states that violations are subject to the enforcement and penalties in City Code Section 1-15. Under the general penalty provisions in Sec. 1-8, where no specific penalty is provided, a violator may face:
• Up to a $300 fine per offense, and/or
• Up to 90 days imprisonment,
with each day of violation treated as a separate offense. In practice, enforcement typically proceeds through notices and City code-enforcement processes rather than immediate maximum penalties. -
Collier County – Multifamily Recycling Non-Compliance:
For multi-family properties, Sec. 118-152 authorizes the County Manager to inspect properties and establishes that failure to have a recyclable materials collection container in use is prima facie evidence of a violation. Penalties are imposed through the Consolidated Code Enforcement Ordinance via the Code Enforcement Board or Special Magistrate, which may:
• Issue orders requiring compliance by a date certain;
• Assess civil fines on a per-day basis for continuing violations; and
• Record liens against the property for unpaid fines and costs.
While the recycling ordinance itself does not print a dedicated dollar fine table for multi-family properties, the general code-enforcement framework allows fines that can reach several hundred dollars per day for ongoing non-compliance, plus administrative costs. -
Interlocal Cities & WRAP (Waste Reduction Awards Program):
The City of Marco Island and City of Everglades have adopted the Collier County Recycling Ordinance by interlocal agreement, extending the same multi-family standards and enforcement framework into those jurisdictions. Ordinance 2009-56 also created the Waste Reduction Awards Program (WRAP), which recognizes businesses, institutions, and multi-family communities for enhanced and innovative recycling programs with certificates, trophies, and web recognition. - Tip: By maintaining service contracts, recycling container maps, resident education records, and photos of clean, well-signed recycling areas, you give inspectors a clear, documented story of good-faith compliance — which is the best way to avoid daily penalties.
Property Manager Compliance Checklist (Naples & Collier County Multifamily)
| Task | Action / Requirement | Authoritative Links |
|---|---|---|
| ☑ Confirm Jurisdiction & Ordinances |
Determine whether your community is located:
• Inside City of Naples: Non-residential and many condominium properties follow City Ordinance 08-12051 (§ 32-40) plus any franchise/hauler rules. • In unincorporated Collier County: Multifamily properties are covered by Ch. 118, Art. V, including Sec. 118-138 (multi-family standards). • In Marco Island or Everglades City: Check local code, but both have adopted the County recycling ordinance by interlocal agreement, so the same multi-family standards apply. |
Naples Ord. 08-12051 – Non-Residential Recycling (PDF) Collier Ch. 118, Art. V – Recycling Program Collier Recycling Overview & Interlocal Notes |
| ☑ Subscribe to Required Recycling Service |
Ensure your property has active, documented service for both trash and recycling:
• Use a properly permitted hauler or the County’s franchised residential contractor for multi-family recyclables. • Confirm your contract covers the main recyclable materials generated at your property (paper, cardboard, metals, plastics, glass) and that volumes match your resident count. • For any self-hauling, maintain the required self-hauling certificate and disposal receipts. |
Sec. 118-138 – Multi-Family Standards Recycling Ordinance (PDF) Naples Ord. 08-12051 (PDF) |
| ☑ Containers, Corral Layout & Signage |
Provide clearly labeled recycling containers in convenient, safe locations for residents:
• Size containers and pickup frequency to prevent overflow and windblown litter. • Physically separate recycling from trash where possible to reduce contamination. • Post permanent signage at enclosures and cart rooms showing what residents can and cannot place in recycling. • Ensure hauler access (clear drive aisles, gate codes, and service hours). |
Sec. 118-138 – Containers & Signage County Recycling Resources Naples Recycling Ordinance (PDF) |
| ☑ Resident Education & Communication |
Build a simple resident communication plan that proves you’re doing your part:
• Provide written recycling instructions to residents at move-in and at least twice per year (required under Collier multi-family standards). • Use door hangers, email blasts, portal messages, and community signage to show residents how to use the recycling areas correctly. • Keep copies (PDFs, screenshots, printouts) of all resident-facing recycling communications as part of your compliance file. |
Sec. 118-138 – Resident Education Requirement Collier Recycling FAQs (PDF) |
| ☑ Documentation & Avoiding Daily Fines |
Create an “inspection-ready” binder (digital or physical) for your community:
• Current trash and recycling service agreements, invoices, and route info. • Copies of any self-haul certificates and disposal tickets (if applicable). • Photos of container areas showing signage, cleanliness, and container labels. • Log of resident education mailings, emails, or handouts (dates and content). • Notes from internal walk-throughs and any corrective actions taken to reduce contamination. With this documentation, you’re prepared if a City or County inspector visits and can often resolve issues before they escalate into daily fines or liens. |
Sec. 118-152 – Inspections & Enforcement Code Enforcement / Magistrate Records (Clerk) |
| ☑ Explore WRAP Recognition |
Turn compliance into a marketing asset:
• Align your recycling program with the County’s Waste Reduction Awards Program (WRAP) criteria. • Highlight innovative practices (valet recycling, contamination-reduction campaigns, bulk cardboard management, organics pilot programs). • Use WRAP recognition in leasing materials to showcase your community’s sustainability leadership to prospective residents. |
WRAP Program Overview WRAP Proclamation (PDF) |
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