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SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL
MEETING OF TALLAGHT AREA COMMITTEE
Monday, March 24, 2025
MOTION NO. 2
MOTION: Councillor J. Spear
This area committee agrees that Council replace bins removed for works in Tallaght at the following locations:
- In Brookmount, Tallaght at approx. 53.290288, -6.333628
- Bus stop 2424 facing Castletymon Shops in Tallaght at approx. 53.295108, -6.341368
REPORT:
The bin at the end of Brookmount Avenue/Tymon Lane was removed approximately two years ago due to persistent dumping of household waste at that time. There are two bins in close proximity to this location, one at the end of Brookmount Lawns/Old Blessington Road (approximately 100m away) and another adjacent to Glenview Lawns/Old Blessington Road (approximately 200m away).
The Council's approach to litter bin provision follows the Litter Bin Installation Protocol which is set out in the Litter Management Plan, to ensure bins are strategically placed for maximum effectiveness. This protocol prioritises locations such as town and village centres, key pedestrian routes and larger park while discouraging placement in areas prone to illegal dumping and vandalism. Requests for new or replacement bins are assessed based on these criteria including proximity to existing bins (in general a bin is considered not necessary where there is an existing bin within 400m), maintenance requirements and overall service optimisation.
Given the presence of two nearby bins and the previous issues with household dumping at this location a replacement bin is not currently proposed at this location. However the site will continue to be monitored to assess ongoing litter management needs.
Regarding the bin at the bus stop 2424 facing Castletymon Shops in Tallaght a replacement bin has been ordered and is being scheduled to be installed.