40,000 Dublin homes will face higher household expenses in 2010. Last night, Dublin city councillors voted to eradicate the waiver scheme relating to bin charges. Those who were exempt will now have to pay an average of €125 to have their waste removed.
According to measures outlined in the council’s budget for 2010, households who had a full waiver now have to pay for every lift of the bin but not for the annual fixed charge. Therefore:
- A household with a waiver and a 240-litre bin will pay an average of €94 per normal waste, plus €31 for organic waste, amounting to €125. In contrast, a household without a waiver will pay a €96 standing charge, €94 for normal waste and €31 for their green bin, amounting to €221.
- Households with a waiver and a smaller 140-litre bin will pay an average of €87 per annum. In comparison, households with a 140-litre bin and no waiver will pay around €175.
We are disappointed but not surprised that Dublin City Council has eradicated the waiver scheme. It will be interesting to see if other county councils will follow suit. If you’re looking to save money on bin charges, this article may be helpful.
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