Dublin City Council, in partnership with Fingal County Council, South Dublin County Council and Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown County Council, is calling on landlords and property owners across Dublin to take part in the enhanced Rental Accommodation Scheme (RAS) Dublin Pilot Scheme, a flexible, secure and financially attractive way to let residential properties.Designed specifically with landlords in mind, the enhanced RAS offers guaranteed monthly rent, long-term contracts and minimal hassle, making it a strong alternative to traditional private renting.Through the RAS Dublin Pilot Scheme, landlords benefit from a direct partnership with local authorities, who take on key aspects of the rental process, including sourcing suitable tenants and guaranteeing rental payments.Whether you are a professional landlord or have a single vacant property, the scheme offers a simple way to secure steady income while reducing risk and administrative burden.Benefits for landlordsGuaranteed rent: Monthly rent is paid in full and on time directly by the local authority.Market rent: Up to 100 per cent market rent available.Long-term contracts: Agreements of up to eight years, offering income certainty.No advertising costs: Tenants are sourced and nominated by the local authority.Continuous payments: Rent payments continue even during vacancy periods.Tax relief opportunities: Potential eligibility for 100 per cent mortgage interest tax relief (subject to Revenue guidelines).Three-way agreementThe scheme operates through a three-way agreement between the landlord, the tenant and the local authority:The local authority pays the full rent directly to the landlord.The tenant is nominated by the council and has been assessed as having a long-term housing need.The tenancy is governed by the Residential Tenancies Act 2004.Landlords continue to manage the tenancy and maintain the property, as in the private rental market.Properties must be vacant or newly built; fully furnished; and compliant with rental standards. Local authorities will carry out inspections to ensure suitability. The RAS Dublin Pilot Scheme offers landlords a secure, low-risk letting option, backed by the reliability of local government. With guaranteed income and long-term occupancy, it provides a practical solution for landlords seeking stability in an evolving rental market.The Lord Mayor of Dublin, Councillor Ray McAdam, said: “The RAS Dublin Pilot Scheme is a practical, secure and positive opportunity for landlords across Dublin. It offers guaranteed rental income, longer-term certainty and the reassurance of working directly with local authorities. But it is also about something bigger. Every home made available through this scheme can help a family, an individual or an older person find stability, security and a place in the community they call home.“Dublin needs more homes, but Dublin also needs more partnership. Through this scheme, landlords can play a direct and meaningful role in meeting housing need, supporting stronger communities and helping more people build their lives in our city. This is good for landlords, good for tenants and good for Dublin.”Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage James Browne said: “The Rental Accommodation Scheme remains an important part of our social housing system. This revised and improved programme will give Dublin local authorities practical new tools to work with property owners, secure more homes and provide greater stability for households.“By improving the way the programme works for those with properties that can be utilised, we can bring more properties into the system and help more people access safe, secure housing and tenancies. The measures being introduced reflect recommendations from the Review of the Future of the Rental Accommodation Scheme. This pilot allows us to test whether additional flexibility and stronger supports can increase property owner participation and expand the supply of homes available to social housing tenants. The evidence gathered will guide future national policy on the role and operation of RAS.”Councillor Deirdre Heney, chairperson of the Housing and Social Inclusion Strategic Policy Committee, said: “The RAS pilot scheme marks an important and timely development in how we respond to housing need in Dublin. It demonstrates a clear commitment to innovation, partnership, and the delivery of more stable, long-term housing outcomes for our tenants.”Landlords with vacant or available properties are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity and join a scheme that delivers both financial security and peace of mind.For more information on the RAS Dublin Pilot Scheme, visit dublincity.ie