Items suitable for reuse are available free of charge to Allen and Plano residents. However, chemical reuse centers are not licensed to accept HHW drop-offs.
Allen also recycles old computers,
TVs and electronic equipment. The City plans
annual drop-off events and
other computer and electronic recycling programs.
Medication disposal
City of Allen offers two opportunities for safe and anonymous medication disposal each year during the Great American Cleanup and Allen Recycles Day. Learn more about these disposal events
For free, safe disposal of unwanted medications, Walgreen Pharmacy at 2001 Custer Road (Plano), and Walgreen Pharmacy at 1651 W. University (McKinney) have a secure kiosk in the pharmacy area for medication drop-offs.