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Newton County approves landfill permit modification to raise elevations and add composting
Summary
The Board approved a major modification to the Newton County landfill permit at 205 Lower River Road to increase vertical elevations within the current footprint and add a Class IV composting facility to divert organic waste and extend landfill life. Vote 5-0.
The Newton County Board of Commissioners approved a major modification to the county’s solid waste handling permit for the Lower River Road landfill (permit no. 107-015D(MSWL)) on June 16, 2026. The modification, recommended by the Newton County Solid Waste Management Authority, allows the county to increase vertical elevations within the existing permit footprint and to construct and operate a Class IV composting facility.
The board’s resolution, R-061626e, cites the Georgia Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Act and notes that state permitting by the Environmental Protection Division is required. The resolution states the modification is intended to extend the operational life of the landfill without expanding its footprint and to divert compostable materials from disposal. Dennis Taylor spoke in support during the public hearing. The board approved the modification and authorized the Solid Waste Management Authority to act in furtherance of the modification; the Chairman was authorized to execute required documents.
Exhibit materials attached to the resolution describe the landfill permit number and summarize that the modification was originally applied for on July 24, 2023. The board recorded no opposing votes on the measure, which the county says will reduce future disposal costs by increasing the available waste volume within the existing footprint.
