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How to get rid of old paint in Citrus County

Take it to the Citrus County Landfill. Cost: free up to 10 gallons or 60 pounds; $0.35 a pound over.

Citrus County Landfill

Residents and businesses; fees by the bag or the ton

Hours
Monday to Friday8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
SundayClosed
  • Hours are in Eastern time.
  • No hazardous waste drop-off on the days the landfill closes early.
  • Household hazardous waste: Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., plus one Saturday a quarter (the next is Nov. 14, 2026).

230 W. Gulf to Lake Hwy., Lecanto, FL 34461

On SR 44; the recycling area has its own entrance just west of the main gate

Get directionsCall the center: 352-527-7670

Not yet verified. Call ahead to confirm. Source checked Oct. 19, 2026.

Sources: Citrus County: Solid Waste Management; Citrus County: Solid Waste Holiday Schedule 2026; Citrus County: Recycling

Rules for paint

Fee
Free up to 10 gallons or 60 pounds; $0.35 a pound over
Limit
Not posted. Call ahead.
Residency
Residents and businesses; fees by the bag or the ton.
  • Latex paint only if it’s still liquid.

Paint in other counties

Sources: Citrus County: Hazardous Waste; Citrus County: Residential Information and Fees

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