Landfill

Laois County Council operate the sole landfill site for the County at Kyletalesha. The landfill site operates under an Environmental Protection Agency Waste Licence.

  1. Kyletalesha Opening Hours
  2. Kyletalesha Charges
  3. Further Information

Kyletalesha Opening Hours

Monday to Friday: 8.00 am to 3.30 pm
Saturday: 8.00 am to 1.00 pm
Sunday and Bank Holidays: Closed

Please note the following important information regarding waste disposal at Kyletalesha Landfill:

  • Access to Kyletalesha Landfill is by keyfob for existing customers (please note no new or replacement fobs are being issued). New customers pay with a debit / credit card on the weighbridge.
  • Current arrangements for existing and new domestic customers remains the same i.e. access by weighbridge and keyfob (existing customers) and credit / debit card (new customers).
  • CCTV cameras are in operation at the facility.
  • Top up your key fob.

Kyletalesha Landfill Charges

General Waste Charges

Black Bag Waste

WeightCharge
0kg€5
20kg€10
40kg€15
Over 40kg€15 min charge plus €4 per each additional 20kg

 Other Waste Charges

Waste TypeCharge
C&D Waste€15 min charge plus €0.11 per each additional 20kg
Green Waste over 20kg€3.20 min charge plus €1.60 per each additional 20kg
Green/Garden Waste 1 Bag€1.00
Green/Garden Waste 2 Bags€2.00
Green/Garden Waste 3 Bags€3.00
Timber Waste€15 min charge plus €4 per each additional 20kg

The Green/Garden Waste Charge only applies to homeowners bringing domestic grass and hedge cuttings and does not apply to Green Waste material from commercial enterprises etc.  This Green/Garden Waste Charge does not apply to timber.

All Other Waste:   Normal weighbridge charge – €200 per tonne or a minimum charge of €15 for weights less than or equal to 40kg.

Please Note: Keyfobs must be in a credit balance of at least €15.00 to gain entry to the landfill. 

Portlaoise Civic Amenity Site Charges

The Civic Amenity Site at the Kyletalesha landfill facility is directly managed, operated & staffed by Laois County Council.

Co-operation and patience is sought from all users of the facility to ensure that the civic amenity site operates in an efficient and safe manner. Members of the public are requested to follow the instructions of site staff when using the facility.

Please note that hard plastics will now be accepted at the Civic Amenity Site.

The following revised charges will apply from the 18th September 2023:

Vehicle Type/Waste TypeGate Charge
Car€5.00
Van/Jeep€10.00
Single-Axle Trailer€10.00
Double-Axle Trailer€15.00
Large Van€15.00
Large Van & Trailer€25.00
Commercial€30.00
Waste MaterialCharge
Mattresses€20 each
Paint€1.00 per can

Waste Oils

 

(Cooking & Engine)

€2.00 Minimum Fee

 

€8.00 for 5 Gallons

Car Tyres€1.00 per Tyre
Oil Filter€1.00 per Filter
Electrical Items onlyFree

The charges for mattresses, paint, waste oil and tyres will be charged in addition to the gate fee charges, when a customer arrives with other recyclable materials.

Accessing the Landfill

The road layout and payment arrangements at the landfill waste transfer station and recycling centre will change on the 18th September 2023.

  • All traffic entering the Kyletalesha facility shall proceed directly to the weighbridge. All recycling centre traffic shall proceed to the weighbridge.
  • All payments will be collected at the weighbridge office.
  • Patrons are advised to follow landfill staff instructions

Waste Disposal at Public Tipping Area

All refuse bags will have to be placed into compactors by the customer (i.e bins cannot be directly tipped into the compactor).  Bulky waste will be accepted as per the charges provided above.

Health & Safety

The health and safety of our customers and staff is of paramount importance to Laois County Council.  Customers are advised to pay particular attention to signage and relevant Health & Safety guidelines which are advertised on site.
Trailer covers must be used when visiting the landfill, otherwise entry will be refused. Unsecured waste may cause litter pollution.

Laois County Council Landfill Site Environmental Policy Statement: The Policy of this facility is to protect the environment and to provide information to our customers to help reduce their dependence on landfill.

However, please note that some items that you send to landfill might be suitable for reuse?  If so, why not visit Free Trade Ireland where you can upload items for reuse free of charge!  FreeTrade Ireland is a unique public service allowing you to pass on and pick-up items free of charge. Get involved today and start saving money and protecting your environment.

Further Information

For further information please contact 057 862 0653