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Select the water services connection type you require.
Please note that professional assistance may be required to complete the form fully and avoid delays.

Single Domestic Connection

This is a water services connection to a single domestic premises. For example a new build or existing house.

Business / Agri Connection

A water services connection for a business of any size. This could be a large office block, business campus, hairdresser, cafe​, or for agriculture and horticulture.

Temporary Connection

A water services connection which will later be removed. For example, for temporary construction work or an event.

Mixed Use Developments

Combined domestic, business and industrial use. Includes properties where owners live over their business, hotels with residential living or student accommodation with retail facilities.

Housing Development

Multiple water services connections to numerous domestic properties. For example housing estates or a series of apartment blocks.

Lead Pipe Replacement

Scheme to replace any public side lead service connection pipes free of charge to customers who have replaced the private side lead supply pipe.

Freedom of Information Act

Irish Water is subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014 (“FOIA”) and the codes of practice issued under FOIA as may be amended, updated or replaced from time to time. The FOIA enables members of the public to obtain access to records held by public bodies subject to certain exemptions such as where the requested records may not be released, for example to protect another individual’s privacy rights or to protect commercially sensitive information. Please clearly label any document or part thereof which contains commercially sensitive information. Irish Water accepts no responsibility for any loss or damage arising as a result of its processing of freedom of information requests.

Services for developers

We offer a range of resources and support material for developers, including design vetting and construction phases.​

View All Developer Services

Questions about connections?

If you have a query about an application you have submitted, or need more information before you apply, please complete the Connections General Contact Form.

Connections General Contact Form

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