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Recycle Center Information & Hours
The City Recycle Center is located at 1798 South Bird Street. You must have a permit/sticker to use the facility.
MATERIALS WE DO ACCEPT:
- Mixed recycling (single-stream)
- Brush & yard waste
- Appliances without Freon
- Oil absorbents
- Oil filters
- Waste motor oil
- Antifreeze
- Scrap metal
- Cardboard (flattened)
MATERIALS WE DO NOT ACCEPT:
- Trash
- Freon appliances*
- Wood or plastic furniture
- Carpet or padding
- Wood or lumber
- Tires
- Tree stumps or root balls
- Porcelain, concrete, asphalt, rocks, bricks, blocks, fill materials
- Wreaths, garland, or roping
- Water softeners
- Paint or paint cans
- Propane cylinders
- Light bulbs
- Automotive batteries
- Pails and drums
- Electronics
*To dispose of refrigerant filled appliances such as refrigerators, freezers, or dehumidifiers please contact local appliance stores or scrap metal dealers for private disposal rates.
Recycle Center Permits
Visit our Recycle Center Permit (Sticker) page for more information on how to apply for a permit and fees.
Sun Prairie Residents
Sun Prairie residents who receive curbside refuse and recycling collection (1-4 unit dwellings) can access the Recycle Center for free, but must obtain a permit.
Sun Prairie Residents who live in multi-family dwellings of 5 or more units are eligible to use the Recycle Center, but must pay an annual fee to obtain a permit. Proof of residence is required.
Non-Residents
Those who live outside of City of Sun Prairie limits are eligible to use the Recycle Center, but must pay an annual fee to obtain a permit.
Commercial Properties
Commercial businesses are not permitted to use the Recycle Center at this time.
Hours
Winter Hours*
Following the first Saturday in December through the last Saturday in March
Monday: 3 to 5 p.m.
Spring/Summer Hours*
Following the last Saturday in March through the third Saturday in October
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fall Hours*
Following the third Saturday in October through the first Saturday in December
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
*Holiday Closures
Please note: The Recycle Center observes the same holiday closures as other city facilities. Click here to see a list of all holiday closures.