South Dublin County Council uses the following criteria as its basis for the operation of its waste charges waiver scheme at present:

1. Where the sole income of the household is from the Department of Social, Community and Family Affairs Allowance or pension or
   
   
2. Where the total income of the household is exempt from income tax under the Finance Acts or
   
   
3. Where in the opinion of the County Manager the payment of the charge would result in personal hardship.

The scheme differs from previous schemes in that it allows for granting of a waiver if the income of the houshold is exempt from income tax.

The maximum number of free tags to be issued to those who qualify for a waiver will be 26 per household.

To download the waiver application form.....click here.