High Security Lock’s Scheme now open for applications

An Cathaoirleach of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, Councillor Denis O’Callaghan and Chief Executive of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, Frank Curran have launched the dlr High Security Locks Scheme 2024.  The scheme is now open for applications from homeowners 65 years of age and over living in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown (dlr) to replace existing lock barrels or cylinders in external doors with high security anti-snap locks. 

Speaking at the launch of the dlr High Security Locks Scheme 2024, Councillor Denis O’Callaghan, 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, which will be provided free of charge, will give older homeowners added security and peace of mind. Over the past 2 schemes, almost 400 homes availed of more secure multi-point lock systems and we hope that this scheme will again be able to assist many more homeowners in dlr.”

Applications will only be considered from owner occupiers of privately-owned homes who reside in the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council Administrative area aged 65 years of age and over. The scheme is not open to people living in rented accommodation (private, social or voluntary). 

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.

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

"Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council recognise that home safety and security is a matter of concern to older residents in the county and through this scheme, we are delighted to offer a free service and security upgrade to homeowners aged 65 years and over. This is another action included in the dlr Age-Friendly Strategy 2022 – 2026 supporting older residents to experience health, well-being and fulfilment in communities that are age-friendly, welcoming, inclusive and safe for all." 

This is the third year that the High Security Locks Scheme will be available to dlr residents. Applicants that were not successful under the previous 2021 or 2022 dlr High Security Locks Schemes are most welcome to apply again this year and the scheme is managed by the dlr Age-Friendly Programme. 

All information and online applications for the dlr High Security Locks Scheme 2024 can be made online here.

Further information and hard copies of application forms are available by contacting the Community Section of dlr County Council at (01) 205 4893 or email community@dlrcoco.ie.