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Form 60.6 Notice Of Application For An Order Under Section 9 (5) - Family Home Protection Act, 1976
This form is the official notice used when asking a court for an order under Section 9(5) of the Family Home Protection Act, 1976. You use it to formally notify the courts about your request regarding family home protection.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 60.6 Notice Of Application For An Order Under Section 9 (5) - Family Home Protection Act, 1976
This form is the official notice used when asking a court for an order under Section 9(5) of the Family Home Protection Act, 1976. You use it to formally notify the courts about your request regarding family home protection.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to specify that you are applying under Section 9 (5) in the main body of the notice.
- 2Failing to clearly identify the family home address.
- 3Omitting details about who the order should protect.
- 4Not correctly citing Section 9 (5) in the application summary.
- 5Using outdated version of Form 60.6.
Plain English
Basically, this tells the Courts Service you need the judge to step in and protect someone's family home. It kicks off the official legal process for that specific type of protection under Irish law. If a dispute exists over who can live in or use the family home, this is your starting point.
Submission Date
- Filing date: While there is no universal deadline listed on the form itself, submitting it immediately after the issue arises ensures your application is considered promptly by the court.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- You need this form when you want a judge to make an order under Section 9(5) of the Family Home Protection Act, 1976.
- Use it when your housing situation requires formal court protection under that specific section.
- This is the notice you file *before* or alongside other supporting documents.
- Do not use this form if you are just providing evidence; use it to formally start the application.
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Use this form or another form?
Application for a different Act (e.g., Family Law Proclamation)
You need a different section of the 1976 Act covered.
✓ Check if your request fits Section 9(5).
Simple Statement of Facts/Witness Evidence
If you are just telling the story without formally asking for an order yet.
✓ Confirm the specific relief sought.
Notice to Another Party (e.g., a co-owner)
If you are informing someone else about your application, but not initiating it yourself.
✓ Ensure the recipient is correctly named.
Deadline or filing window
While there is no universal deadline listed on the form itself, submitting it immediately after the issue arises ensures your application is considered promptly by the court.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure all sections of Form 60.6 are fully completed in black ink.
- 2Attach copies of all relevant documents (e.g., lease, mortgage statements) mentioned on the form.
- 3Clearly state what order you are asking the court to make in the designated section.
- 4Sign and date the form where required by the Courts Service of Ireland.
- 5Confirm that your personal details match official ID records.
- 6If submitting online via a portal, ensure all fields map correctly to the physical form sections.
How to file this form
- 1Complete Form 60.6 thoroughly using clear handwriting or typing.
- 2Gather supporting evidence that proves the need for family home protection.
- 3File the completed form and evidence with the relevant Irish court office.
- 4Pay any required filing fee as specified by the Courts Service of Ireland.
- 5Obtain a stamped copy or receipt confirming your submission.
Known limitations
- 1This form only notifies the application; it is not the final judgment itself.
- 2The specific court accepting this notice depends on where the property/parties are located (Irish context).
- 3Not confirmed in official source: It does not guarantee the court will grant the order requested.
- 4If you fail to serve copies, the application may be deemed incomplete.
Field map
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Proceedings
3 items
The names of the parties exactly as they appear on the originating document.
The court record number for the case, if one has been assigned.
The court and the office where the document is being filed.
Substance
2 items
What you are asking the court to do, or the information the form requires.
The facts relied on and any documents exhibited with the filing.
Execution
1 items
Signed, sworn or certified as the form requires, with proof of service where needed.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->This is the current official notice for applying to a court regarding family home protection. Check the Courts Service of Ireland website for any recent updates or digital versions.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify the exact date of the form version printed on page 1.
- Check if there have been any changes to the required supporting documentation list.
- Confirm the correct court jurisdiction where this notice must be filed (e.g., District Court, Circuit Court).
- Look for updated contact details for the Courts Service of Ireland.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssued by: Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCForm Number: 60.6
- SRCAct Referenced: Family Home Protection Act, 1976
- SRCPurpose: Notice Of Application For An Order Under Section 9(5)
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific fee schedule details.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Exact required supporting documents.
Common confusion points
Mistaking this notice for an actual application form when one is needed instead.
Not clearly stating *what* order you want in Section 9(5).
Forgetting to serve a copy of Form 60.6 on the other party involved.
Filing it with the wrong local court office, even if it's within the county.
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