How to Get Rid of Old Paint in Bayonne, NJ

✓ Last verified October 22, 2026 against official Bayonne, New Jersey and retailer sources. See sources.

Quick answer

Bayonne's ordinance says metal paint cans aren't collected with bulk waste. Take them to the Hudson County household hazardous waste (HHW) day.
HCIA's 2026 events accept oil-based paint and latex paint, free, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., rain or shine.
Bayonne's 2026 HCIA dates (April 19 and Sept. 20) have passed. The last 2026 event is Saturday, Oct. 31, at 13-15 Linden Ave., Jersey City.
Questions: HCIA hotline 201-324-6222 ext. 3225.

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Your options in Bayonne

Hudson County (HCIA) household hazardous waste day Free

The Hudson County Improvement Authority's 2026 collection days accept oil-based paints and varnishes, latex paint and other household hazardous waste, plus electronics and tires. Proof of residence may be required.

Next date: Saturday, October 31, 2026, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. – Municipal Service Complex, 13-15 Linden Ave., Jersey City
Bayonne 2026 events: April 19 and September 20 at Gregg Park (both past)
Hotline: 201-324-6222 ext. 3225

Source: HCIA – 2026 Household Hazardous Waste, Electronics & Tire Collection flyer (PDF)

Keep paint out of Bayonne bulk pickup Check with city

City Ordinance O-19-24 lists metal paint cans among items that aren't included in bulk collection. It says they should go to the Hudson County HHW collection day. Bayonne doesn't publish separate instructions for dried-out latex paint, so check with DPW (201-858-6123) before putting any paint can in the garbage.

Sources: City of Bayonne – Ordinance O-19-24 (solid waste definitions, PDF); City of Bayonne DPW – Nighttime Garbage Schedule (PDF, effective July 1, 2021)

Don't do this

Don't put metal paint cans out with bulk items.
Don't pour paint down a drain or storm sewer.

Or pay someone to haul it

If you can't get it to a drop-off site, or can't wait for city pickup, a junk-removal service can take it from inside your home. Prices depend on the company, your location and the size of the load, so get a quote first. Ask whether they recycle or donate items and whether they follow Bayonne's rules, especially for electronics and paint.

Frequently asked questions

Where do I get rid of paint in Bayonne?

At a Hudson County (HCIA) household hazardous waste day. It accepts oil-based and latex paint. The next one is Saturday, October 31, 2026, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., at 13-15 Linden Ave., Jersey City.

Can paint go in Bayonne bulk trash?

No. Bayonne's ordinance excludes metal paint cans from bulk collection and sends them to the Hudson County HHW day.

Is there a PaintCare drop-off in New Jersey?

No. PaintCare's program list doesn't include New Jersey. A paint stewardship bill (S666) was introduced in 2026 but hasn't become law.

Sources

All checked on October 22, 2026. Rules, hours and fees change, so confirm with the source before you go.