Gouda municipality offers free paving slab removal to boost greener gardens
Residents in Gouda can now easily turn their paved gardens into green spaces with the municipality’s free paving slab taxi service. Removing slabs helps combat heat stress, drought, and flooding while improving the local environment for people and wildlife.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Service | Free paving slab removal (Paving Slab Taxi) |
| Collection Dates (2026) | 13 April, 11 May, 1 June, 6 July, 7 September, 5 October |
| Booking Deadline | Up to 1 week before collection (unless fully booked) |
| Condition | Slabs must be replaced with plants, trees, grass, or shrubs |
| Benefits | Reduces heat stress, drought, and waterlogging; supports biodiversity |
| Application Link | www.gouda.nl/tegeltaxi |
The municipality of Gouda plays an active role in promoting sustainable urban development by encouraging residents to reduce paved surfaces. This initiative aligns with broader environmental goals to enhance climate resilience and biodiversity in local neighborhoods.
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Paving slab taxi back on the road
Are you creating a front garden or replacing the paving slabs in your garden with greenery? The municipality is happy to help by collecting the slabs you have removed free of charge with the paving slab taxi. All collected slabs are recycled.
The paving slab taxi will be operating on the following dates this year: 13 April, 11 May, 1 June, 6 July, 7 September and 5 October. You can request the paving slab taxi via the application form. You can also find more information there about the conditions and how to present the slabs. One of the conditions is that you replace the slabs with plants, trees, real grass or shrubs. You can reserve the paving slab taxi up to 1 week before the collection date, unless the taxi is already fully booked.
Benefits of fewer paving slabs
A greener garden helps reduce heat stress, drought and waterlogging after heavy rainfall. It also looks cosy in your garden or street. Green spaces also contribute to a pleasant living environment for both people and animals.