For emergencies:
Call 1800 372 999
What are the steps involved?
In some circumstances you'll need to get an electricity pole or an overhead electricity line moved. When you do these are the steps involved:
- Get an Ordnance Survey Map and Site Plan
- Make an application
- Application is assessed and a charge may apply
Step by step guide
Get an Ordnance Survey Map And Site Plan
Using an Ordnance Survey map (scale 1:2500-1:10560) of your site and detailed site plan (scale 1:100-1:500) showing the layout of any new or existing buildings, mark the exact location of the line or pole to be moved with a red pen.
If the work being done requires planning permission, you must provide details of the permission.
Apply
Apply online
Or
Apply offline
Please note we no longer process Relocate a Pole or Line (NW1) applications emailed to ESB Networks.
Download the form Application for Relocation of Pole or Line (NW1) or call 1800 372 757 or +353 21 2386555 (from outside Ireland), to request a copy.
Send the completed form together with the ordnance survey map and the site plan to:
ESB Networks DAC,
New Connections,
Sarsfield Road,
Wilton Cork,
T12E367,
Ireland
Application Assesment
Your request will be sent to a Design Officer in your local ESB Networks Office. The application will be assessed and our Design Officer will contact you to discuss the next steps and advise you if a charge is applicable.