COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

Monday, October 13, 2025

QUESTION NO. 8

QUESTION: Councillor E. Ó Broin

To ask the Chief Executive if any by laws exist that would allow Park Rangers to address speeding e-scooters and scramblers in public parks?

REPLY:

In accordance with the South Dublin County Council Bye-Laws for Parks and Open Spaces, no person without the permission of the council is permitted to bring into a park any mechanically propelled vehicle which includes motorcycles, motor-cross / quad bikes or other powered vehicles. In the case where a mechanically propelled vehicle is permitted access to the park, the vehicle must be driven with care on authorised routes in accordance with a maximum speed limit of 20Kph. In general, similar speed limit also applies for non-motorised bicycles, skateboards, and scooters whilst used in park areas. In addition, the Road Traffic and Roads Act 2023 provide enforcement powers for the controls of use of light vehicles such as e-bikes and e-scooters in public places, including parks.

In relation to enforcement actions to address speeding e-scooters and scramblers, SDCC Park Rangers liaise with local Gardaí on an ongoing basis to determine the most appropriate method of enforcement, either through existing bye-laws or legislation such as the Road Traffic and Roads Act 2023.