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Form 72.2 Notice Of Application For A General Exemption Order In Respect Of Premises Situate In The Vicinity Of A Place At Which A Considerable Number Of Persons Are Following A Lawful Trade Or Calling
This form (72.2) is a formal notice submitted to the Courts Service of Ireland. It applies when you need an exemption order for premises near a busy commercial area. Use it to ask the court for relief from certain regulations.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 72.2 Notice Of Application For A General Exemption Order In Respect Of Premises Situate In The Vicinity Of A Place At Which A Considerable Number Of Persons Are Following A Lawful Trade Or Calling
This form (72.2) is a formal notice submitted to the Courts Service of Ireland. It applies when you need an exemption order for premises near a busy commercial area. Use it to ask the court for relief from certain regulations.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to precisely define 'the vicinity' of the trade area; vague descriptions cause delays.
- 2Failing to define the 'vicinity' clearly enough.
- 3Not attaching supporting evidence of the 'considerable number' of traders.
- 4Incorrectly identifying the specific regulation needing exemption (if known).
- 5Submitting the form without a signature or date.
Plain English
Think of this as asking permission from the Irish courts. You are applying for a 'General Exemption Order' because your property is located close to a place where lots of people work or trade legally. This order lets you bypass standard rules that might otherwise apply to your site.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The form should be submitted as soon as you become aware that a regulation applies, but before any penalty or enforcement action is taken against your property.
- 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 relief from regulations regarding your property.
- Your premises are located close to a busy area where many people work or trade legally.
- You require a 'General Exemption Order' specifically.
- This form is used when standard rules do not fit your situation.
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Use this form or another form?
Need an order for noise/activity in general
Check if 72.1 covers broader issues
✓ Ensure you are near a 'place' with trade
Applying for a specific type of court permission (not just exemption)
If the relief is very narrow, check this first
✓ Confirm the nature of the required order
General application to the Courts Service without specifying an exemption
Use this if you are unsure which section applies
✓ Verify if your issue requires a 'General' Order
Seeking permission for building works near a busy area
If the focus is construction, look here first
✓ Confirm the trade/calling activity level
Deadline or filing window
The form should be submitted as soon as you become aware that a regulation applies, but before any penalty or enforcement action is taken against your property.
Before you submit
- 1Fill in all sections completely; do not leave blanks.
- 2Use clear, legible handwriting or ensure digital text is sharp.
- 3Verify your full name and address details match official records.
- 4State clearly what specific regulation you need exempted from.
- 5Ensure the description of the 'Place' (the busy area) is precise.
- 6Attach supporting evidence if required by the Courts Service.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all fields on Form 72.2 thoroughly.
- 2Sign and date the form where indicated.
- 3Gather any necessary documentation (e.g., site plans, trade permits).
- 4Submit the completed package to the relevant local Courts Service office.
- 5Pay the required filing fee at the time of submission or as instructed.
Known limitations
- 1This form only requests a 'General' Exemption Order; specific orders might need separate application.
- 2The definition of 'Vicinity' is not confirmed in official source, but implies close proximity to the trade area.
- 3Filing this does not guarantee the court will grant your request.
- 4It is for premises near a *place* with trade, not just any business within the property itself.
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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 a formal notice filed through the Courts Service of Ireland. Its purpose is to request an exemption order for properties near active commercial areas.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the date of the form version.
- Verify if any specific local court rules have been added since your last check.
- Confirm the exact wording used for 'Considerable Number Of Persons'.
- Review if there are new fields related to COVID-19 impacts (if applicable).
- Ensure the required fee structure listed on the form is current.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 02/11/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm Number: 72.2
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCPurpose: Notice Of Application For A General Exemption Order
- SRCContext: Premises near a place with considerable trade/calling
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific fee amount.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Exact criteria for 'considerable number'.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Vicinity' (nearness) with 'Within' (inside) the busy area.
Not clearly defining what specific law or regulation you need exempted from.
Failing to identify *which* place has the considerable number of persons trading.
Assuming the Courts Service will automatically know your property details without filling in the address section.
Using this form when a simpler, administrative exemption might suffice.
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