Peru Transfer Station Swap Shed

SWAP SHED POLICIES 

PURPOSE:  The purpose of the Peru Transfer Station Swap Shed is to keep items out of the landfill and to provide a free outlet for unwanted items that are still usable. The program is run by Transfer Attendants. 

INTENT:  To make items available to all Peru Transfer Station permit holders, and not to allow one or a few persons to monopolize the facility. Therefore, any Transfer Attendant has the right to restrict or refuse an individual’s access to the facility.

Swap Shed items are free to Peru Transfer Station permit holders for residential/personal use only, NOT commercial or resale.

Space is limited. The Swap Shed is not intended to accept every unwanted item in town. Ideas for other local reuse outlets, thrift and consignment shops may be suggested.

RULES:

•        The Swap Shed is open to Peru Transfer Station permit holders only. Vehicles of Swap Shed users must have a current Peru Transfer Station Sticker. 

•        When the Transfer Station is closed, the Swap Shed is closed, items are NEVER to be removed or left inside or near the shed when its closed. NO EXCEPTIONS! 

•        Only drop off items during open hours with a Transfer Attendant permission. 

•        Only Transfer Attendants are allowed to accept incoming materials. 

•        Transfer Attendants have the right to refuse items that do not meet acceptable item guidelines. Please refer to the list of Acceptable & Unacceptable Items. 

•        Acceptable items may vary or change depending on space, season, duplicate items, and other considerations. 

•        If an item is not accepted, Peru Transfer Station has recycling and disposal options for many items. Published fees will apply; see Transfer Station Attendant. 

•        Large loads of donations (i.e. boxes of leftovers from yard sales or house clean outs) - may be difficult to sort out and find space for in the shed, so they may be rejected. Space is limited.

•        Due to the need to close promptly at the Swap Shed closing time, large loads of donations might not be accepted 30 minutes before the Swap Shed closes.

•        Items must be clean and in good working order.

•        Items should be assembled. If necessary to disassemble transport, please check in with a Transfer Attendant to make sure the items will be accepted, then reassemble the item at the Swap Shed. 

•        All items are offered without warranty of any kind. Any items taken from the Swap Shed are taken at the resident’s own risk. Any future disposal fees are the responsibility of the resident who takes the item.

•        Respect and civility are expected of all residents, Transfer Attendants, and others. Use common courtesy when interacting with others. Do not cause disturbances or disruptions. Any person failing to comply with this policy will be asked to leave.

Peru Transfer Station Swap Shed

ACCEPTABLE & UNACCEPTABLE ITEMS 

This list will be updated as needed and may change depending on space and other considerations. Transfer Attendants will decide whether the items presented will be accepted. Additional items might not be accepted due to space limitations or other considerations. Due to the need to close promptly at the Swap Shed closing time, large loads of donations might not be accepted 30 minutes before the shed closes.

YES - ACCEPTABLE ITEMS:

Below are examples of items that are generally accepted. The Transfer Attendant can refuse items based on condition, inappropriate items, seasonal items, duplicate items, etc.

All items must be clean and in working condition.

•        Appliances (small household): e.g. toaster, toaster oven, iron, blender, mixer, lamps (all must be working)

•        Arts & Crafts materials (no hazardous materials or hazardous waste)

•        Artwork, knick-knacks, picture frames

•        DVD movies, CDs in good condition

•        Holiday decorations, when in season (if electronic, must be working)

•        Home décor

•        Household items: e.g. kitchenware, dishes, glasses, utensils, pots and pans

•        Office supplies

•        Pet supplies (no food items)

•        Reusable shopping bags (clean, good condition)

•        Seasonal items (in season)

•        Sporting Equipment (in good condition, no skis or ski boots)

•        Tools: hand and power only, small only (must be working)

•        Toys, games, puzzles (complete, working)

NO - UNACCEPTABLE ITEMS:

Below are examples of items that are not accepted. Transfer Attendant may refuse items based on condition, inappropriate items, seasonal items, duplicate items, and more.

•        Appliances (major): e.g. refrigerators,

•        stoves, washers, dryers, dishwashers,

•        air conditioners, dehumidifiers

•        Auto fluids, auto batteries

•        Batteries

•        Books (donate to library instead)

•        Car seats (infant/child)

•        Chemicals

•        Clothing (donation bin)

•        Computers/printers/fax machines

•        Fire Extinguishers

•        Food

•        Furniture

•        Fragranced items

•        Hazardous waste products 

•        Herbicides, pesticides

•        Highchairs, infant safety items

•        Large items (grills, doors, tires) 

•        Liquids

•        Mattresses, box springs (Dalton)

•        Medical equipment & supplies

•        Paints, stains, spray paint

•        Smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors

•        Soiled, wet, or mildewed items

•        Skis, ski boots of any type

•        Toilets, sinks, plumbing

•        Toys in intermixed boxes

•        VHS tapes, cassette tapes

•        Weapons, ammunition, fireworks

•        Wondering what to do with usable items that are not accepted at the Swap Shed?

•        Free reuse options include:

o   Re-Use Board: advertise your large unwanted items on the ReUse Board inside the shed. Leave a description, your contact info, and the date. 

o   Local thrift shops, consignment stores, and charities

Online sharing sites:

Next Door app: https://nextdoor.com

Freecycle: freecycle.org

Reuse Marketplace:

Businesses and organizations can list surplus materials such as drums, pails, equipment, and more at: reusemarketplace.org