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Resident
An ambitious county of thriving communities with limitless opportunities.
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Planning and Development
Cork County Council's Planning Department is responsible for the orderly and sustainable development of the County.
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Housing
The Housing Directorate aims to facilitate the provision of suitable, quality and cost-effective accommodation and housing support.
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Libraries
Cork County Library’s service is delivered through a network of 25 branches and 4 mobile libraries, located across the county.
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Motor Tax
Motor Tax in Ireland is a charge imposed by the Irish Government on motor vehicles. Some vehicles are exempt but all must display a current tax disc if used in a public place. You can pay your motor tax through your local Motor Taxation Office.
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Roads and Transport
Cork County Council’s Roads Directorate is responsible for the maintenance of the largest road network (12,200 km) of any local authority in the country.
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Arts
The Arts Office, as part of the County Library Service, it is responsible for the provision of the Arts throughout County Cork.
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Heritage and Conservation
Heritage belongs to everyone and is a part of our lives everyday, even if we don’t know it!
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Environment
The Environment Department monitors, analyses and reports on the quality of air, water and waste water in County Cork, in accordance with EU and national legislation.
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Municipal Districts
The Municipal Districts are responsible for overseeing a large number of important, citizen-focused services.
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Community
Cork County Council is playing a pivotal role in the economic and community development of your county, and will be even more proactive in promoting the well-being and quality of life of our citizens and communities into the future.
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Fire & Building Control
Cork County Council provides a fire and rescue service from 20 fire stations, which are located throughout the county.
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Water Services, Coastal and Flood Projects
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