Transfer Stations

Transfer station use is limited to commercial customers within DeKalb County. Transfer stations are closed on all DeKalb County government observed holidays. Only solid waste material generated in DeKalb County is accepted. Construction and demolition material, municipal sludge and contaminated soil are not accepted at any transfer station. Municipal solid waste and yard trimmings are accepted al all transfer stations. Residential customers are not permitted to use transfer stations. Residents can transport material to the Seminole Road Landfill for disposal (click here for the Seminole Road Landfill webpage). 

To establish a commercial account, click here for the commercial account welcome packet.

How can I obtain a transfer station permit?
Transfer station permits can be obtained by completing a transfer station permit application; providing the necessary documentation listed on the application; and following the instructions provided. Once processed and approved, the appropriate decal will be issued to the applicant. Click here for the transfer station permit application.

For a comprehensive listing of commercial service fees, click here.

Central Transfer Station 
3720 Leroy Scott Drive
Decatur, GA 30032
(404) 294-2172
Hours of operation  
Monday - Friday:  7 a.m. - 5 p.m.

East Transfer Station (temporarily closed)
1750 Rogers Lake Road
Lithonia, GA 30058
(770) 484-3049
Hours of operation (and compost availability)
Monday - Friday:  7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday:  7 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

North Transfer Station
4600 Buford Highway
Chamblee, GA 30341
(404) 687-4079
Hours of operation (and compost availability)
Monday - Friday:  7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday:  7 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.