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Form 69.9 Declaration As To Suitability Of Licensed Premises For Restaurant Certificate
This form is the Declaration As To Suitability Of Licensed Premises For Restaurant Certificate (Form 69.9). It confirms that a specific business location meets the necessary standards to operate as a licensed restaurant in Ireland. You use it when certifying or applying for this suitability certificate.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 69.9 Declaration As To Suitability Of Licensed Premises For Restaurant Certificate
This form is the Declaration As To Suitability Of Licensed Premises For Restaurant Certificate (Form 69.9). It confirms that a specific business location meets the necessary standards to operate as a licensed restaurant in Ireland. You use it when certifying or applying for this suitability certificate.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to sign and date the form; an unsigned declaration is often rejected immediately.
- 2Failing to declare a known structural defect.
- 3Incorrectly stating the type of licensing held.
- 4Submitting an outdated version of Form 69.9.
- 5Not matching the premises details to the application reference number.
Plain English
Simply put, you are telling the Courts Service that your restaurant space is fit to run a proper dining establishment. This declaration verifies things like hygiene, layout, and compliance with local rules. It's an official checkmark on your premises.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The timing depends on your application, but aim to submit this well ahead of any required inspection date set by the Courts Service.
- 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 to confirm a specific business location meets standards for a licensed restaurant in Ireland.
- Use this when you are applying for the actual Suitability Certificate.
- It is used if you are certifying that your premises meet the required criteria yourself.
- This declaration confirms suitability before or during the licensing application process.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
New Build/Renovation
If the building is brand new, check for a specific construction certificate form.
✓ See if Form 69.8 exists.
Change of Use (e.g., Cafe to Full Restaurant)
A change might require a different declaration or amendment to this one.
✓ Check related CRO filings.
Initial Application
This is the standard form for initial suitability checks.
✓ Ensure you are not using an old version.
Renewal/Variation
A variation might need a specific declaration linked to your existing license number.
✓ Look for 'Amendment' instructions.
Deadline or filing window
The timing depends on your application, but aim to submit this well ahead of any required inspection date set by the Courts Service.
Before you submit
- 1Fill out every field completely; leave no boxes blank if possible.
- 2Ensure the business name on Form 69.9 exactly matches your CRO registration.
- 3Attach photographic evidence of the premises.
- 4Confirm all required personnel (owner/manager) have signed where necessary.
- 5Verify the address details match the official site map provided by the local authority.
- 6If applicable, attach proof of relevant health and safety certifications.
How to file this form
- 1Complete Form 69.9 thoroughly using black ink.
- 2Gather all supporting documentation mentioned on the form (e.g., floor plans).
- 3Sign and date the declaration where required.
- 4Submit the completed pack to the relevant local authority or Courts Service office.
- 5Keep a copy of the signed, submitted form for your records.
Known limitations
- 1This form is only about *suitability*, not operational license approval. You still need the actual certificate.
- 2It does not guarantee compliance with all Revenue Online Service tax requirements.
- 3The suitability assessed here relates to the physical premises, not staff licensing alone.
- 4Not confirmed in official source: Whether it needs to be submitted via the Courts web portal or hard copy.
Field map
Compact field-by-field guide
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 declaration required by the Courts Service for restaurant suitability. Check the latest version on the Courts website before filling it out.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the date stamp on the form itself.
- Verify if any new required signatures have been added.
- Ensure the list of required supporting documents matches the current version.
- Confirm that the specific requirements for 'Restaurant' are still listed (not just general premises).
- Look for changes in the designated Courts Service contact details.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 69.9
- SRCForm Name: Declaration As To Suitability Of Licensed Premises For Restaurant Certificate
- SRCContext: Confirms premises meet standards for a licensed restaurant in Ireland.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific submission portal URL.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Suitability' with 'Licence': Suitability is proving the place *can* be a restaurant; Licence is permission to *operate* as one.
Not knowing which local authority office handles your specific jurisdiction.
Thinking you only need to fill out the form, when supporting documents are mandatory attachments.
Using an old version of Form 69.9 that might have outdated fields.
Assuming the CRO portal submission automatically validates the form.
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