Refuse

Solid waste is collected through an open collection system in which up to six companies can apply for a solid waste collection license from the City and be approved by Council.  All companies collecting solid waste/refuse in the City must collect on Thursdays between the hours of 7:00am and 6:00pm.

The current licensees are:

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 Recycling

The City contracts with Republic Services to provide residential recycling services.  The cost of recycling is paid through a combination of property tax dollars, revenue sharing and SCORE grants.  The City provides new residents with a 65 gallon wheeled cart at no cost.  Additional size carts are available.  To order a cart, please call Republic Services at 952-941-5174.  Residents will need to tell them that the City of Hanover pays for the recycling.

Recyclables are collected every-other week.  The City is split into two zones.  Below is a guide outlining acceptable and unacceptable recycling items, as well as a recycling map highlighting the zone split, and a recycling calendar for the year. 

Recycling Guide

Recycling Map

2025 Hanover Recycling Calendar 

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 Hanover Drop-Off Facilities

Hanover has 3 different options for drop off facilities for various items.  See below for additional information on each.

Wright County Residents 

Wright County Compost & Recycling Facility - Operations currently closed due to a building remodel.  Temporary operations available. For more information click here.

Hennepin County Residents

Hennepin County has two year-round facilities where residents can get ride of recyclables, appliances, household hazardous wastes, and electronics.  For more information and location addresses & hours, click here.

Additional information what items are accepted can be found using the Drop-off Facilities Brochure.

All Hanover Residents

All Hanover residents have access to a shared Compost site thanks to a partnership with the City of St. Michael.  More information can be found under Yard Waste, below. 

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Yard Waste

Hanover & St. Michael's shared yard waste site is located at 3150 Lander Ave NE in St. Michael.  This site is a 24-hour site with access by key cards.  Key cards are available at City Hall.  Each household is permitted one card.  Replacements are available for $5 each if a card is misplaced.  For more information and to access the card request form, click here.

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 Organics Recycling

Organics recycling is accepted at Hanover City Hall for both residents of St. Michael and Hanover free of charge.  The container is located at the rear of Hanover City Hall. Residents can stop by City Hall during normal business hours to obtain the access code for the lock on the container. 

Organics must be:

• separated from trash and other recyclables
• bagged: compostable bags must be labeled with the BPI Certification Label or paper bags can be used
• All food items, food soiled paper, or Certified Compostable Products.

Click here for an Organics Recycling Guide to help you determine which items can be recycled.

Click here to learn more about how organic recycling works at our Hanover location.

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