Northern Virginia (NOVA) — Regional Compliance Hub: HazMat + Electronics + Trash/Bulk + Glass (Purple Bin) — I-66 Transfer Station (West Ox Road) — Fairfax County, VA

For Fairfax County (and many nearby NOVA residents who are directed here for specific items), the I-66 Transfer Station complex on West Ox Road is the region’s most reliable “one-stop” Compliance Hub for apartment residents who need a legal drop-off for: Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) (paint, pesticides, chemicals), electronics (computers/TVs/monitors), and trash/bulk loads in one trip. [1][2][3]

Primary facility: I-66 Transfer Station — 4618 West Ox Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030 . [1]

Why This Works (A True “One-Trip” Site + Glass Purple Bin)

The one-stop shop: Fairfax County operates HHW and e-waste collection at the I-66 Transfer Station and also allows residents to drop off trash and recyclables during posted hours. [1][4]

The “Purple Bin” (Glass): Fairfax County removed glass from curbside recycling. Glass bottles and jars must be routed to the purple glass-only containers (including the large container at the I-66 complex). [5]

  • Address: 4618 West Ox Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030[1]
  • Trash/Recycling drop-off hours: Mon–Fri 7:00 AM–5:00 PM; Sat–Sun 7:00 AM–4:00 PM[1]
  • HHW & E-Waste hours: Open 6 days (closed Wednesday) with varying times by day (see “HHW & E-Waste hours” on the I-66 page)[1][4]
  • Residency proof: Proof of Fairfax County residency may be required (license/ID, utility bill, etc.)[1]

Household Hazardous Waste (HHW): Paint, Pesticides & Chemicals (Drop-Off at I-66 HHW Facility)

HHW compliance: Fairfax County operates permanent HHW collection sites, including I-66, for residents to properly dispose of hazardous household products. Check the posted HHW hours before you drive (I-66 is closed Wednesdays for HHW/e-waste). [4]

Examples: paint products, pesticides, pool chemicals, automotive fluids, cleaners/solvents, fluorescent bulbs, and more (see the county’s HHW guidance for accepted items). [4]

Electronics (Computers, TVs, Monitors): Resident Drop-Off (Limits Apply)

Electronics solution: Fairfax County’s e-waste program is for residents (not businesses) and has a stated maximum of 10 large items per residential drop-off (examples include TVs, printers, scanners, computers). [6]

Apartment guidance: Do not place TVs or computers in dumpsters—route them to the I-66 electronics drop-off area during e-waste hours. [1]

Bulk Trash: One Trip for Furniture / Move-Out Overflow (Fees May Apply)

Apartment reality: If your community doesn’t have a bulk staging plan, do not leave furniture beside the enclosure. Residents can self-haul bulky trash to the transfer station during posted trash hours (disposal fees/controls can apply depending on load type and volume). [1]

Glass Recycling: Use the Purple Bin (Bottles & Jars Only)

The rule: Fairfax County’s glass program is separate. Residents should place clean glass bottles and jars into the purple glass-only containers (no plastic bags; follow signage). Fairfax County notes glass collected in purple containers is consolidated at the I-66 Transfer Station. [5]

Apartment tip: If your property’s recycling stream does not accept glass (common), route glass to purple bins instead of contaminating mixed recycling.

NOVA Residency Note (Falls Church / Fairfax City Residents): Verify Eligibility Before You Load a Vehicle

Proof matters. Fairfax County states proof of county residency may be required at I-66. Some nearby cities direct residents to I-66 for HHW/electronics guidance, but you should verify eligibility and bring the right documentation. [1][3]

How We Solve This For You (National Doorstep)

Compliance is operational. In NOVA, we help property management keep banned items out of dumpsters by standardizing resident routines: HHW routed to the I-66 HHW facility only during HHW hours, electronics routed to the e-waste drop-off with load limits, bulk overflow routed to the transfer station instead of enclosures, and glass routed to purple bins (not mixed recycling).

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EEAT Sources: [1] Fairfax County — I-66 Transfer Station (4618 West Ox Rd; resident proof; trash/recycling hours; HHW & e-waste hours)  |  [2] City of Fairfax — Hazardous Waste (maps and directs residents to Fairfax County I-66 Transfer Station)  |  [3] City of Falls Church — Hazardous Waste guidance (directs residents to I-66 for HHW/electronics options)  |  [4] Fairfax County — Household Hazardous Waste (permanent collection sites; I-66 HHW hours; accepted materials)  |  [5] Fairfax County — Recycle Glass at the Purple Bin (glass separated from curbside; purple-bin rules; glass consolidated at I-66)  |  [6] Fairfax County — Electronics Recycling (resident-only program; 10 large-items-per-drop-off limit)

 
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Arlington County, VA — Compliance Hub: HazMat & Electronics (Appointment + Saturday Walk-In) — Plus Glass Recycling (Purple Bin Drop-Offs)

Arlington’s rules are split across two different systems: (1) the County’s Household Hazardous Materials (HHM) / Electronics Collection & Recycling Center for chemicals and e-waste, and (2) separate glass “purple bin” drop-off sites for bottles and jars (glass is not handled through the HHM hazardous lane). [1][2]

HazMat & Electronics: Arlington HHM Facility (Appointment Mon–Thu + Saturday 9–3 Walk-In)

Primary facility: Household Hazardous Materials (HHM) Facility / Electronics Collection & Recycling Center — Arlington County . [1]

Drop-off rules: Arlington’s HHM drop-off is available year-round for Arlington residents and employees (no charge), but the hours are structured: Mon–Thu (8:00 AM–12:00 PM) by appointment only, and Saturday (9:00 AM–3:00 PM) without appointment. [3]

What to bring: Bring proof of eligibility (residency/employment) and follow staff directions; commercial waste is not accepted. [1]

  • Standard “drop-off window”: Saturday, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM (no appointment)[3]
  • Weekdays: Mon–Thu, 8:00 AM–12:00 PM (appointment only) — call 703-228-5000[3]
  • Accepted: Household hazardous materials and electronics (resident-only; no commercial HHM)[1]

Glass Recycling (Purple Bin): Separate Drop-Off Sites (Not the HHM Lane)

Arlington uses a purple-bin drop-off system for glass bottles and jars. Glass drop-off locations are separate from the HHM hazardous-materials lane—use a designated glass bin site to avoid contaminating other streams. [4][5]

Two common “nearest” options many residents use:

  • Quincy Park Recycling Drop-Off Center: N Quincy St & Washington Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201 (open daily from dawn to 11 PM).[6]
  • Aurora Hills Community Center / Branch Library: 735 18th St S, Arlington, VA (purple-and-green glass bin site).[7]

Also note: Arlington lists a Trades Center Recycling Drop-Off Center as another county recycling drop-off location (with posted hours), and Arlington maintains a directory of recycling drop-off sites (including glass) to confirm what goes where. [4][8]

How We Solve This For You (National Doorstep)

Compliance is operational. In Arlington County, we help property management reduce illegal dumping and contamination by standardizing resident routines: HHM and electronics routed to the HHM Facility with the appointment/Saturday rules clearly posted, and glass routed to purple bin drop-offs (not mixed recycling).

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EEAT Sources: [1] Arlington County — Household Hazardous Materials (HHM) (resident-only; no charge; no commercial HHM)  |  [3] Arlington County — HHM/Electronics Drop-Off Hours (Mon–Thu appointment only; Sat 9–3 walk-in)  |  [4] Arlington County — Recycling Drop-Off Sites (glass/recycling locations)  |  [7] Arlington County Newsroom — More Locations for Arlington Glass Recycling (Aurora Hills address)  |  [6] Arlington County — Quincy Park Recycling Drop-Off Center (location; open daily dawn–11 PM)  |  [8] Arlington County — Trades Center Recycling Drop-Off Center (location; hours)

 

City of Alexandria, VA — Regional Compliance Hub: HazMat + Electronics (Mon/Sat Only) — Plus Glass “Purple Bin” Drop-Offs (Glass Not in Blue Bins)

Alexandria operates a dedicated Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) & Electronics facility with a strict weekly schedule. This is the safest, city-approved pathway for paint, pesticides, and electronics that are banned from dumpsters and standard trash streams. [1]

Primary facility: Alexandria HHW & Electronics Recycling Center — 3224 Colvin St, Alexandria, VA 22314 . [1]

Why This Works (Strict Schedule + Correct Streams + Purple Bin Glass)

Strict schedule: The City’s HHW & Electronics center is open Monday and Saturday only, 7:30 AM–3:30 PM. [1]

Accepted: The City explicitly lists HHW (including paint/pesticides) and electronics collection at this site. [1]

Glass compliance: Alexandria participates in the regional “purple bin” system for glass bottles and jars—glass must be separated from standard curbside/apartment recycling. [2]

  • Address: 3224 Colvin St, Alexandria, VA 22314[1]
  • Hours: Mon & Sat (7:30 AM–3:30 PM) — closed Tue/Wed/Thu/Fri/Sun[1]
  • What to bring: Bring items in secure containers and follow onsite instructions (HHW/electronics facility rules apply)[1]

HazMat & Electronics: The Dedicated Facility (Do Not Put These in Dumpsters)

Use this site for: household chemicals, paint products, pesticides, and electronics that should never be placed in apartment dumpsters or curbside carts. The City directs residents to this facility as the correct disposal channel. [1]

Resident tip: Because the schedule is limited to two days, plan a “stored items” routine (maintenance closets and resident move-out staging should anticipate the Monday/Saturday window).

Glass Recycling: Purple Bins (Jones Point Park / S. Whiting St. & Other Drop-Off Centers)

The rule: Alexandria requires glass containers to be routed to purple-bin drop-off locations to ensure the glass is recycled. Glass placed in curbside recycling carts will not be recycled. [2]

Where residents commonly go: Alexandria lists multiple recycling drop-off centers that host purple bins, including: Jones Point Park and S. Whiting St (plus additional city drop-off sites). [3]

  • Jones Point Park drop-off: Jones Point Park (end of S. Royal St, heading south)[3]
  • S. Whiting St drop-off: End of S. Whiting St (intersecting at Tower Ct.)[3]
  • Also listed: 3224 Colvin St and 4251 Eisenhower Ave recycling drop-off centers (purple bins may be present; follow signage)[3]

Crucial Regional Warning (NOVA): Glass Often Does NOT Go in Standard Blue Bins/Dumpsters

Strict warning for apartment residents across Northern VA (Fairfax, Arlington, Alexandria and more): Glass breaks in the single-stream system and contaminates paper, so localities have removed it from standard curbside recycling. [2][4][5]

The solution: Separate glass bottles/jars and drive them to a purple bin drop-off point at parks, schools, and community centers throughout the region. [2][5]

How We Solve This For You (National Doorstep)

Compliance is operational. In Alexandria and across NOVA, we help property management prevent contamination, overflow, and illegal dumping by standardizing resident routines: HHW/electronics routed to the Colvin Street facility only on Mon/Sat, and glass routed to purple bins (not blue dumpsters).

CTA: Request a Free Compliance Audit for your Alexandria Property

EEAT Sources: [1] City of Alexandria — Household Hazardous Waste & Electronics Collection (3224 Colvin St; Mon/Sat 7:30–3:30; accepted materials)  |  [2] City of Alexandria — Glass Recycling (purple-bin rule; glass not recycled in curbside carts)  |  [3] City of Alexandria — Recycling Drop-Off Centers (Jones Point Park; S. Whiting St; Colvin; Eisenhower locations)  |  [4] Fairfax County — Glass no longer accepted in curbside recycling (contamination/quality rationale)  |  [5] Arlington County — Glass Recycling (do not place glass in blue carts; use dedicated drop-off bins)

 

Northern Virginia property owners and community managers: simplify apartment recycling compliance while boosting resident satisfaction. National Doorstep aligns your community with local recycling ordinances across the D.C. Metro (Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax County/City, Falls Church, Loudoun County, Prince William County—including Triangle—Manassas, and Manassas Park) to cut contamination and lift NOI with a turnkey program.

Across Northern Virginia, multifamily properties are required to provide or arrange recycling service. Some jurisdictions place explicit duties on each multifamily dwelling to implement onsite systems; others require collectors to provide recycling for multifamily accounts. Design standards, education, and reporting may apply.

  • Compliance & Risk: Meet local code—avoid violations, fees, or rejected loads.
  • Cleaner Sites: Doorstep recycling reduces overflow and boosts resident satisfaction.
  • Turnkey Execution: We right-size service, set up containers/signage, and train residents.
  • Designed for MF: Bin-room layouts, hauler coordination, monthly audits, and reporting.

At a Glance — Northern Virginia Multifamily Recycling Mandates

Jurisdiction Mandate Type Applicability Threshold Primary Reference (code / official)
Alexandria (Independent City) Mandatory Recycling Each “multiple-family dwelling” (no numeric unit count stated) Alexandria Code Title 5, Ch.1, Article H
Arlington County Mandatory Recycling Each multi-family dwelling County Code Ch.10, Article IV (Recycling)
Fairfax County Mandatory Recycling / System Required All multifamily properties must provide a recycling system §109.1-2-2 · County MF Toolkit
Fairfax City (separate from County) Recycling required via private service for MF MF not served by city curbside; property arranges service City Solid Waste
Falls Church (Independent City) Business & Multifamily recycling required All MF; reporting/education may apply to businesses City Recycling (Business & MF)
Loudoun County (outside towns) Mandatory Recycling (collectors must provide MF recycling; MF must provide access) All MF; property ensures resident access and containers County Recycling · Ch.1084/1086
Prince William County (incl. Triangle) Mandatory Recycling Countywide (Triangle CDP follows same rules) County Recycling
Manassas (Independent City) MF via private service (city curbside excludes MF) All MF arrange service through haulers City Trash & Recycling
Manassas Park (Independent City) Mandatory standards; MF generally private service All MF follow city solid-waste rules; arrange service City Solid Waste & Recycling

Property Manager Compliance Checklist (Works for All NOVA Jurisdictions)

  • Provide an onsite recycling system with adequate capacity and resident access.
  • Place clearly labeled containers with accepted materials and contamination “no” lists.
  • Include recycling in move-in packets and conduct periodic education (at least annually where required).
  • Right-size service and monitor monthly for overflow/contamination; adjust pickups.
  • Keep records (photos, signage, service logs). File plans/reports when jurisdiction requires.

Alexandria — FAQs

Is recycling mandatory for apartments in Alexandria?

Yes. The city’s recycling article requires each multiple-family dwelling to provide a recycling collection system.

What’s the applicability threshold?

Applies to multiple-family dwellings (no explicit numeric unit count in the code text).

What materials are covered?

Mixed paper and commingled containers at minimum; confirm current accepted lists with your hauler.

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Arlington County — FAQs

Are multifamily properties required to recycle?

Yes. The county’s recycling article requires each multifamily dwelling to provide a resident recycling system.

Is there a unit threshold?

No numeric threshold; applies to each multifamily dwelling.

Any education or signage rules?

Yes—owner/manager responsibilities include informing residents and providing labeled containers.

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Fairfax County — FAQs

Do all apartments/condos need recycling?

Yes. All multifamily owners/managers must provide a recycling system.

What’s the threshold?

Applies to all multifamily properties (no numeric unit threshold).

Any design standards?

Capacity and enclosure design are addressed in the County’s Public Facilities Manual; right-sizing is expected.

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Fairfax City — FAQs

Does the city collect recycling at apartments?

No. Multifamily is generally on private service—properties must arrange recycling with a hauler.

What should MF properties do?

Contract a hauler for recycling; provide containers, access, and resident education onsite.

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Falls Church — FAQs

Is recycling required for multifamily?

Yes. The City requires business & multifamily recycling; details may include education/reporting.

Any unit minimum?

No numeric threshold; applies to multifamily properties.

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Loudoun County — FAQs

Who’s responsible—property or hauler?

Both. Collectors must provide MF recycling services; MF properties must provide access and suitable containers for residents.

Is there a threshold?

No numeric unit threshold; applies to multifamily dwellings countywide (outside incorporated towns).

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Prince William County (incl. Triangle) — FAQs

Is recycling mandatory for apartments?

Yes. Recycling is mandatory countywide, including unincorporated areas like Triangle.

Any unit threshold?

No numeric unit threshold; applies countywide to MF properties.

What’s required onsite?

Provide resident access to recycling with labeled containers; educate residents and monitor contamination.

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Manassas — FAQs

Does the City pick up MF recycling?

No. Most multifamily properties use private haulers; city curbside programs generally exclude MF.

What should properties implement?

Contract recycling service, provide containers and signage, and educate residents at move-in and periodically.

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Manassas Park — FAQs

Are there MF recycling requirements?

Yes. The City sets solid-waste standards; MF properties typically arrange private recycling service and must comply with onsite rules.

Any numeric threshold?

No; applies to multifamily properties as covered under the city’s solid-waste framework.

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References: Alexandria Code Title 5 Ch.1 Art. H; Arlington County Code Ch.10 Art. IV; Fairfax County Code §109.1-2-2 & Multifamily Toolkit; Fairfax City Solid Waste; Falls Church Business & MF Recycling; Loudoun County Ch.1084/1086; Prince William County Recycling; Manassas and Manassas Park Solid Waste pages.

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