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License to open up a section of public road or footpath

If you need to to open up a section of public road or footpath you must obtain a road opening licence before carrying out any work, e.g. to connect to a water main, sewer, ESB, telecom, or for pipelaying etc.

Clare County Council requires that any person/company who wishes to open up a section of public road or footpath obtain a road opening licence before carrying out any work. This is to ensure that all openings carried out are reinstated properly and are therefore safe for public use.

The area offices issue road opening licences. A road includes footpaths, verges and carriageways.

A road opening licence is required for:

  • Connection to water main
  • Connection to sewer
  • ESB
  • Telecom
  • Pipelaying etc.

How to apply

You can apply for a Road Opening Licence online through the MapRoad website . The national Road Management Office are responsible for the system. 

For further details or to register for MapRoad please visit the MapRoad website.

Page last reviewed: 20/11/18

Content managed by: Roads, Environment and Water Services Department

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