How do I pay my rates?
You can pay your rates by the following methods:
By Direct Debit
You can pay your rates in monthly instalments over the course of one year.
Commercial Rates Direct Debit Mandate (pdf -40kb)
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By Bank Giro Credit Transfer/EFT
A Bank Giro is attached to your Rate Demand.
To your Rate Collector
See details below
By Post
Cheques, Money Order and Postal Orders.
In person
At the Council’s Offices in Dún Laoghaire and Dundrum
Cash is not accepted at the Council's offices in County Hall or Dundrum. Also, cash should not be sent through the post.
How do I pay my Rates?
You can pay your rates by the following methods:
By Direct Debit
You can pay your rates in monthly instalments over the course of one year by completing our Direct Debit Mandate Form.
By Bank Giro Credit Transfer/EFT
A Bank Giro is attached to your Rate Demand.
Credit/Debit Card
Telephone 01 2054821 (maximum amount €5,000).
In person
At the Council’s Offices in Dún Laoghaire and Dundrum using a Credit or Debit card. Maximum amount is €5,000.
Instalment
If you are experiencing difficulty in paying your bill in full please contact us at 01 2054821 or by e-mail at dlrcoco.ie
Please note that Cash is not accepted at the Council's offices nor should it be sent through the post.
Pay Methods, Pay Options, pay Rates Bill, Credit Card Payments, Pay Online
How do I pay my rent?
- It is possible to pay your rent through the Household Budget deduction scheme for those on Social Welfare payments. Deductions may not exceed 25% of income (contact Housing Rents on 01 2054841 or email rents@dlrcoco.ie for further details)
- By using a DLR payment card, which is accepted in all Post Offices and shops which display the PostPoint sign, or online at http://www.mybills.ie/. Please note that when paying online you must enter the 6 digit number on your rent card when asked for a reference.
- By using a standing order through your bank. Standing order letters are available from Housing Rents by contacting 01 2054841
- By cheque, postal order or bank draft
How do I read my water meter?
Information on Reading your Water Meter (pdf -404kb) 
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How do I register newly arrived Ukrainian children into schools?
The Tusla Education Support Service can assist you to find a school for your child/children.
Click here to see the contact details for different regions.
How do I register on eTenders?
Please refer to the link below on how to register a company on eTenders:
https://www.etenders.gov.ie/Media/Default/SiteContent/UserGuides/Supplier_Registration_Guide_October_2018.pdf
A number of eTender user guides for suppliers can be found at https://www.etenders.gov.ie/system-user-guides
How do I report a complaint of anti-social behaviour?
Complaints of anti-social behaviour can be made by contacting the section on Tel: 012054700 ext. 4112 or ext. 4183, or 24hr voicemail -2054807, or in writing to,
Anti-social Section, Housing Department, Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council, Marine Rd., Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin.
How do I report damaged, worn or missing nameplates or signage?
If you notice any damaged, vandalised, rustes, etc, road nameplates or directional signage you can report the problem and location to the Road Maintenance Section, Transportation Department.
You can contact us by:
- Email: roadmaintenance@dlrcoco.ie
- Phone: 01-2054879
- Write to:
Road Maintenance Section,Transportation Department,Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council,County Hall,Marine Road,Dún Laoghaire,Co. Dublin.
How do I report road or footpath defects?
Road or footpath defects such as potholes, cracks, subsidence, etc should be reported to the Road Maintenance Section, Transportation Department.
Reports should include the nature of the defect and the exact location i.e. the address of the premises closest to the defect.
To report defects in the road or footpath you can:
Email: roadmaintenance@dlrcoco.ie
Phone: 01 205 4700
Write to:
Road Maintenance Section,
Transportation Department,
Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council,
County Hall,
Marine Road,
Dún Laoghaire,
Co. Dublin.
footpath defects
How do I report street light faults?
Public Lighting faults should be reported to the Public Lighting Section, Transportation Department.
Fault reports should include the number of the lamp post, the address closest to the lamp and the nature of the fault i.e: light out / on 24-7 / going on and off, etc.
Public lighting faults can be reported by:
- Email to: lighting@dlrcoco.ie
- Phone: 01-2054809
- Write to:
Public Lighting Section,Transportation Department,Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council,County Hall,Marine Road,Dún Laoghaire,Co. Dublin.