In Brussels, getting rid of an old sofa 'the old way' has become strictly regulated. Here is the up-to-date legal framework for early 2026 to avoid heavy fines and direct your items to the correct recycling stream.
Bruxelles-Propreté Recyparks: 2 regional waste centres
The two regional Recyparks managed by Bruxelles-Propreté (North and South) admit private residents upon presentation of proof of residence. Some municipalities also operate their own local container park.
ℹ️ Opening hours and 2026 closures
Opening hours vary depending on the day of the week and season. Always check arp-gan.be on the day before setting off — several exceptional closures have been announced in 2026 for site renovation work.
Key quotas to keep in mind
- 2 m³ free per household per day — volumes beyond this are charged
- Asbestos: maximum 5 sheets per drop-off, mandatory double-layer plastic wrapping
- Tyres: maximum 4 tyres, only accepted with proof of recent local purchase
- Green waste: specific annual quota depending on your municipality
Special streams (not accepted at standard municipal Recyparks)
- Degraded asbestos-cement: accredited decontamination company required
- Fuel oil tank: mandatory degassing + certified Brugel certificate
- Large household appliances: Recupel scheme (free take-back when buying a new appliance)
- Paints, solvents, batteries: dedicated hazardous chemical collection points
- Mattresses: Valumat scheme, accepted but strictly counted towards daily quota
⚠️ Fly-tipping fines: up to €350
Surveillance cameras actively monitor the surroundings of Recyparks and residential street corners. If illegal dumping is recorded on camera, administrative fines can reach €350 for a first offence. Repeat offenders are referred directly to the Public Prosecutor.
When hiring a professional becomes cost-effective
Whenever you have more than 3 m³ to dispose of, or when you are dealing with electronics, asbestos, or hazardous chemicals. We hold all necessary environmental permits, commercial disposal contracts, and transport capacity. Best of all: our deduction for recoverable goods frequently saves you more than the cost of the entire service.
💡 Quick test: the 3-photo calculation
Take photos of your items from 3 different angles. If you clearly see more than 3 to 4 m³, hiring a professional team is almost always cheaper and much faster than spending your weekend queuing at the Recypark under strict volume caps.
📷 Send 2 photos of your volume
Within 10 minutes, we will tell you if the Recypark suffices or if a professional clearance is more advantageous.