dlr High Security Locks Scheme 2026

The High Security Locks Scheme is to support residents aged 65 years and over living in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown (dlr) with replacing their existing lock barrels/cylinders in external doors with high security anti-snap locks, through an application process. 

Applications will only be considered from home-owners aged 65 years and over, who reside in the dlr County Council administrative area.

This scheme will cover the total cost for the replacement of lock barrels only on external doors, up to a maximum of 2 locks per home.  Please note that not all external doors are suitable for replacement barrel locks - a suitable door with an existing lock barrel/cylinder must be a PVC door, a Sliding door or an Aluminium door, with a working multi-point locks system.

The Scheme covers the costs of replacing lock barrels.  Existing barrels must be in working order.  The Scheme does not cover the costs of repairing doors/locks which are already faulty. 

Scheme application process opens in Summer 2026 with successful applicants having locks replaced during Summer 2026. 

Please read the Privacy Statement for the dlr High Security Locks Scheme 2026

This Privacy Statement has been created in order to demonstrate dlr County Council’s commitment to privacy and to assure you that in all your dealings with the Council, we will ensure the security of the data you provide to us. This scheme is managed by the dlr Age-Friendly Programme. 

In the case of over-subscription, applications will be prioritised based on vulnerability according to the information provided to us in your application form. 

Approximate Time frame for the Scheme:

• Scheme open for applications: 14 May 2026
• Scheme to close: Tuesday 30 June, 2026
• Assessment period: July/August
• Successful applicants will be advised by dlr County Council and contact details of successful applicants only will be provided to Locksafe Locksmiths who will replace the barrel locks: Summer/Autumn 2026
• Locksafe Locksmiths will contact successful applicants directly to confirm suitability and arrange appropriate time to replace and begin installation of barrel locks: Summer/Autumn 2026

How do I apply and more information?

Please apply by completing the online application form and pressing the submit button.

You can also download a hard copy below and return it in the post to:

dlr High Security Locks Scheme 2026,
Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council,
Community Development Section,
County Hall, Dún Laoghaire, Co. Dublin, A96 K6C9.

For further details, contact the Community Section of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council on 01 205 4893 or email community@dlrcoco.ie.

For queries about the High Security Anti-Snap Lock Barrels/Cylinders, contact Locksafe Locksmiths, 93 Georges Street Upper, Dún Laoghaire, County Dublin, A96 V1K8 at (087) 222 7756; email: alilocksafe@gmmail.com website: https://www.locksafe.ie/

The closing date for receipt of online, email and hard copy application forms is Tuesday 30 June, 2026.