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Landscape Recycling Center Operated by the City of Urbana Public Works Department under a cooperative agreement between the cities of Champaign and Urbana, LRC is open year-round.
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By interacting with the City of Urbana, you agree to the terms of the City's social media policy: https://www.urbanail.gov/home-page/page/follow-us-social-media. This not-for-profit facility serving Champaign County was started in 1987 to divert yard debris — which accounts for an overwhelming 25% of all waste in Illinois — from overcrowded landfills. LRC uses ecological and economical methods to recycle yard waste such as grass clippings, brush and plant cuttings into lawn and garden composts, topsoil and mulches that are available for purchase by residents and companies in Champaign County. We provide advice and support for WILL-TV’s production of Mid-American Gardener, available on public television stations throughout Illinois, and we’re involved in our community by donating products to organizations such as Champaign’s North First Street Prosperity Garden project. When visiting our facility, please be aware that you must check in at the gate no later than 30 minutes prior to closing time.

10/12/2026

📢 UPDATE: WE ARE OPEN!

The Landscape Recycling Center has reopened and will remain open for the rest of today, Monday, October 12, 2026.

Due to ongoing technical issues, transactions may take longer than usual. Please allow extra time for your visit.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work through these issues!

10/12/2026

📢 TEMPORARY CLOSURE NOTICE

The Landscape Recycling Center will be temporarily closed on Monday, October 12, 2026, due to networking issues.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience and understanding.

Regular operations will resume as soon as possible

Please plan your visit accordingly. Thank you for your continued support of the Landscape Recycling Center!

09/22/2026

Technical issues resolved, we are now open

09/22/2026

Due to technical issues, the LRC is temporarily closed as of 9:50 AM 9/22/26 we hope to resolve this issue asap and reopen.

🍂 MULCH SALE STARTS MONDAY! 🍂Starting Monday, September 14, save big on bulk mulch at the Landscape Recycling Center!🌳 P...
09/13/2026

🍂 MULCH SALE STARTS MONDAY! 🍂

Starting Monday, September 14, save big on bulk mulch at the Landscape Recycling Center!

🌳 Premium Chipped Hardwood Mulch
Regularly $27.25/cu. yd. + tax
🔥 50% OFF — only $13.63/cu. yd. + tax

🌿 Standard Shredded Hardwood Mulch
Regularly $21.50/cu. yd. + tax
🔥 SALE PRICE — only $5.00/cu. yd. + tax

🚚 Both mulches are available for delivery!

Sale prices apply to purchases of 1 cubic yard or more. Container purchases and quantities under 1 cubic yard are charged at regular price.

⚠️ All material purchased must be picked up or taken at the time of purchase. Material cannot be purchased at the sale price and held for pickup at a later date.

📍 Landscape Recycling Center
1210 E. University Ave., Urbana, IL 61801

⏰ WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!

Whether you’re freshening up landscaping, preparing garden beds, or getting your yard ready for fall, this is a great time to stock up.

♻️ Recycle Today for a Greener Tomorrow!

Please share with your neighbors, friends, gardeners, and landscapers!

In observation of 🇺🇸 Labor Day 🇺🇸, the Landscape Recycling center will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026.We will re...
09/02/2026

In observation of 🇺🇸 Labor Day 🇺🇸, the Landscape Recycling center will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026.

We will re-open on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 8 a.m.

📢 TEMPORARY CLOSURE NOTICEThe Landscape Recycling Center will be temporarily closed on Friday, June 26, 2026, from 11:00...
06/24/2026

📢 TEMPORARY CLOSURE NOTICE

The Landscape Recycling Center will be temporarily closed on Friday, June 26, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience and understanding.

Regular operations will resume at 1:00 PM on Friday, June 26, 2026.

Please plan your visit accordingly. Thank you for your continued support of the Landscape Recycling Center!

In observation of Juneteenth Day, the Landscape Recycling center will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026.We will resume ...
06/17/2026

In observation of Juneteenth Day, the Landscape Recycling center will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026.

We will resume regular hours on Saturday, June 20, 2026, 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

The Landscape Recycling Center is accepting **storm debris**, but materials must meet our disposal guidelines to ensure ...
06/12/2026

The Landscape Recycling Center is accepting **storm debris**, but materials must meet our disposal guidelines to ensure safe and efficient processing.

🌿 **Brush & Plant Cuttings**
✔️ Up to **12 inches in diameter**
✔️ Up to **8 feet long**
Fee: $11.00 yd³

🪵 **Large Limbs & Bulk Wood (over 12" diameter) **
✔️ Must be **cut into sections 3 feet or shorter**
✔️ Must be **separated from other brush and yard waste**
Fee: $22.50 yd³

❌ We cannot accept stumps, root balls, treated lumber, construction materials, rocks, dirt, or trash.

Following these guidelines helps reduce wait times and allows us to serve the community more efficiently after severe weather events.

For more information visit us at: https://www.landscaperecyclingcenter.org/

The Landscape Recycling Center will be Closed Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day.We will resume regular...
05/21/2026

The Landscape Recycling Center will be Closed Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day.

We will resume regular hours Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 8:00 am - 3:30 pm.

Address

1210 E University Avenue
Urbana, IL
61802

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 3:30pm
Thursday 8am - 3:30pm
Friday 8am - 3:30pm
Saturday 8am - 3:30pm

Telephone

(217) 344-5323

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