Steps to form a Residents Association.
Steps to form a Residents Association.
The list below is an example of the steps required to form a residents association for the Foxrock-Beechpark area via an initial public meeting.
Verify if there is interest from householders in the setup of a residents association.
Decide on a residents association name. Proposed name Beech Park residents association based on our area defined as electoral area Foxrock-Beechpark.
Identify any householders that would like to be part of the residents association commitee.
Identify issues within the area that householders may be concerned about.
Hold a public meeting related to the formation of a residents association.
Elect a residents association commitee, Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer, Secretary and 8 general members (For consideration 1 general member to support the older people within the community and 2 general members to be below 21 years of age to represent the requirements of our youth within the community).
Define and agree a residents association constitution.
Agree if there is to be any annual fee to support the activities of a residents association.
A residents association is required to obtain public liability insurance (approx €500 - €600 per year)
Annual audit of the financial accounts of the residents association (approx €500 per year).
Creation of a residents association website, social media channels, implementation of digital accounting software (if required) and other relevant communication methods (email, WhatsApp, video conferencing etc (approx cost free to €300+ depending on the type of technical solutions used).
Engage with other established residents association for advice and guidance.
Engage with DLRCC, DLRCC Blackrock councillors, the Gardai etc.
Join the Dun Laoighaire Rathdown Public Participation Network. https://www.dlrppn.ie/