Long-term Leasing Local authorities may lease properties in good condition from property owners for long term social housing.
Part V Acquisition Local authorities may buy new houses from property developers for social and affordable housing under Part V of the planning laws.
Public Lighting Maintenance Local authorities maintain public lighting on public streets, roads, parks and laneways.
Roads Winter Maintenance Local authorities operate winter road maintenance programmes such as salting and gritting during severe weather.
Stray Horse Control Local authorities may arrange to seize stray horses on public land and take them to an animal pound to be reclaimed or rehomed.
Zoonoses Monitoring Local authorities may test and monitor zoonoses such as bacteria, parasites and viruses which can transfer infectious diseases from animals to humans.