Conas Iarratas a dhéanamh ar Bhóthar a Dhúnadh go Sealadach
Ar mhaithe le bainistíocht éifeachtach a dhéanamh ar thrácht, glacann Comhairle Cathrach Bhaile Átha Cliath le cur chuige dian i leith athbhreithniú a dhéanamh ar gach iarraidh chun bóthar a dhúnadh.
Road closures can only be requested for:
- Facilitating building works
- Storage of materials on public roads or footpaths
- Erection of hoarding or scaffolding on public roads or footpaths
- Carrying out commercial activity such as the placement and erection of mobile cranes or hoists on public roads or footpaths
Only in exceptional circumstances, where Dublin City Council is satisfied that there is no alternative, will consideration be given to permitting road space on heavily trafficked routes to facilitate construction or development works. Short‑term weekend road closures to facilitate the on‑site erection or dismantling of cranes will be facilitated where possible.
How do I apply for a temporary road closure?
You must complete and return the application form. Your application must include:
- An advertising and administration fee of €2,375
- A Traffic Management Plan with details of proposed diversion routes
- Adequate public liability insurance indemnifying Dublin City Council against all claims
What are the costs involved?
In addition to the initial payment of €2,375 for advertising and administration, further charges apply based on the number of lanes to be closed and the length of the closure required. Every road in the city has been given a Traffic Impact Number from 1 to 5, reflecting its importance as a strategic traffic route.
Impact Numbers 1 and 2 apply to lightly trafficked routes, while Impact Numbers 3, 4 and 5 apply to heavily trafficked routes. Full details are available in the Directions for the Control and Management of Roadworks in Dublin City.
| Traffic Impact Route | Charge (€) |
|---|---|
| 1 | €5.50 |
| 2 | €11.00 |
| 3 | €15.40 |
| 4 | €30.80 |
| 5 | €46.40 |
A road will be deemed closed from the nearest junction leading to a through road at each end of the works area, and charges will be applied accordingly. In paid parking areas, an additional charge applies for the suspension of paid parking in the relevant tariff zone.
Any necessary removal or replacement of signage must be carried out at the applicant’s expense. For further information regarding charges, please contact the Roadworks Control Unit.
Payment methods
Payment may be made by cheque, money order or credit/debit card.
Amount of notice required
Dublin City Council must give public notice before granting a road closure. Your application should be submitted at least 6 weeks before the required closure date.
A complete list of conditions relating to Temporary Road Closure Applications is included in the schedule attached to the application form.
Public notification of road closures
Notice of all road closures is published in national newspapers.
For up‑to‑date information, see the page on current temporary road closures.