Top Subjects of Interest: Landfill Permitting
The permitting process for municipal solid waste landfills can be complicated. This page gives a summary, explains what type of waste can be disposed of in landfills by classification, and how to participate in the process.
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Municipal Solid Waste Topics
Links to landfill applications, existing and closed landfills, methods for managing municipal solid waste, the permitting process, and the rules pertaining to the safe disposal of waste. -
Types of Waste Accepted by Landfills
Landfills are classified by type according to the kind of waste they can accept. This chart explains the different classifications. -
Type I Municipal Solid Waste Landfill Permits
Learn more about these types of permits including how to file public comment on a particular application. -
Municipal Solid Waste Applications
TCEQ maintains links to pending applications posted by applicants including permits, registrations, amendments, and notices. -
Environmental Permitting: Participating in the Process
Each type of permit application we issue has its own review process. Find out more about public comments and participation for various permits.
TCEQ rules, 30 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Sections 330.63(c)(2) 330.547