Time to Renew Recycling Permits in East Hampton

Mon, 03/25/2024 - 11:23

Durell Godfrey

March 25, 2024

East Hampton Town's annual recycling center permits for residential and commercial vehicles will expire on Sunday.

For residents of the town, a new primary permit costs $120, or $55 for those age 65 and above. For a secondary permit, the cost is $45.

A new permit sticker can be purchased at the administration office at the town's recycling center at 260 Springs-Fireplace Road in East Hampton on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9 p.m. to 3 p.m. and on Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon.

Permit stickers can also be purchased from the clerk's office at Town Hall, 159 Pantigo Road in East Hampton, Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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