dlr High Security Locks Scheme 2026.

Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council is pleased to announce that the Home Security Scheme is now open for applications. The scheme is available to homeowners aged 65 and over living within the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown administrative area and supports the upgrade of existing external door lock barrels or cylinders to high-security anti-snap locks, helping to enhance home safety and peace of mind.

This scheme will cover the total cost for the replacement of lock barrels only, on up to maximum 2 locks per home – front door/back door/side door.  The scheme will not cover the costs of repairing doors / locks which are already faulty and not all doors are suitable for replacement barrel locks.  The scheme is not open to people living in rented accommodation (private, social or voluntary).

Speaking at the launch of the dlr High Security Locks Scheme 2026, Councillor Jim Gildea, Cathaoirleach, Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council said:

“We welcome the return of the dlr High Security Locks Scheme, a very important initiative aimed at dlr homeowners aged 65 years and over.  This locks replacement scheme, provided free of charge, has proven to give older homeowners added security and peace of mind.  Over the past 3 schemes, almost 600 homes availed of the High Security Locks Scheme and we hope that this scheme will be able to assist many more homeowners across Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown.”

Frank Curran, Chief Executive of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, added:

“Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council recognises that home safety and security are important concerns for older residents. We are pleased to offer this free service, which provides security upgrades to homeowners aged 65 and over. This initiative is part of our Age Friendly Strategy, supporting our goal of ensuring Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown is a vibrant place where people can thrive and live independently in their communities throughout their lives.”

All information and online applications for the dlr High Security Locks Scheme 2026 can be made online on our website.  

Further information is available from our Community Section at (01) 205 4893 or by emailing community@dlrcoco.ie

The closing date for receipt of online, email or hard copy application forms is Tuesday 30 June 2026 at 12 noon. 

In the case of over-subscription, all applications will be assessed on vulnerability and geographical spread with lock replacements being carried out by Autumn 2026.

This Scheme is funded and managed by the dlr Age Friendly Programme. Find out more about our Age Friendly Strategy here.