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Form 93.1 Notice Of Application For An Order Determining Who Shall Be Tenant - Housing (Private Rented Dwellings) Act, 1982
This form is a formal notice submitted to the Courts Service of Ireland. It specifically applies when you need a court order to decide which person should be recognised as the tenant in a private rented dwelling under the Housing (Private Rented Dwellings) Act, 1982. Use this when there is dispute over tenancy rights.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 93.1 Notice Of Application For An Order Determining Who Shall Be Tenant - Housing (Private Rented Dwellings) Act, 1982
This form is a formal notice submitted to the Courts Service of Ireland. It specifically applies when you need a court order to decide which person should be recognised as the tenant in a private rented dwelling under the Housing (Private Rented Dwellings) Act, 1982. Use this when there is dispute over tenancy rights.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to accurately name all parties involved in the tenancy dispute.
- 2Incorrectly identifying the property address or lease details.
- 3Failing to list all parties claiming tenancy interest.
- 4Not clearly stating *why* the applicant deserves to be named as tenant.
- 5Submitting the form without a signature from an interested party.
Plain English
Simply put, if two or more people claim they are the official tenant of a rental property here in Ireland, you use this form to ask the court to decide who has the legal right to be called the tenant. It starts the process for getting that official ruling recorded by the courts.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The timing depends on when the dispute arises, but you should file this notice as soon as possible after the conflict over who is the tenant begins.
- 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 a judge's ruling on who legally qualifies as the tenant.
- The dispute concerns property rented out privately in Ireland.
- There is disagreement about which person holds the tenancy rights.
- Use this when existing documentation does not clearly establish the tenant.
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Use this form or another form?
Dispute over a landlord/tenant agreement
If you need to initiate proceedings but don't know the exact order needed, check related forms.
✓ Ensure you specify 'Order Determining Who Shall Be Tenant'.
Not confirmed in official source (Check for general application)
Applying for eviction notice only
This focuses solely on establishing *who* is the tenant before other actions are taken.
✓ Check if your goal is just to get someone out, or to confirm who has the right to be there.
Likely Form 93.1 or a linked form
General tenancy registration/update
If you are updating records rather than settling a dispute, a different form might suffice.
✓ Verify if the issue is establishing rights vs. recording existing facts.
Not confirmed in official source (Check for CRO links)
Deadline or filing window
The timing depends on when the dispute arises, but you should file this notice as soon as possible after the conflict over who is the tenant begins.
Before you submit
- 1Have you completed all sections of Form 93.1?
- 2Is the address of the private rented dwelling clearly stated?
- 3Are the names and addresses of all parties in dispute listed accurately?
- 4Did you attach evidence supporting your claim (e.g., lease fragments, utility bills)?
- 5Have you signed and dated the form where required?
- 6Does the notice state *who* is applying for the order?
How to file this form
- 1Complete Form 93.1 thoroughly using black ink.
- 2Gather all relevant supporting documents (e.g., lease agreements, correspondence).
- 3Determine the correct local District Court or Circuit Court office to submit it to.
- 4Pay the required court filing fee (check current rates online).
- 5Submit the form and copies of documents to the Courts Service intake desk.
- 6Obtain a stamped acknowledgement receipt.
Known limitations
- 1This form only applies to private rented dwellings; state-managed housing may require different procedures.
- 2It does not automatically grant tenancy rights; it asks the Court to *determine* them.
- 3The specific court required for filing is Not confirmed in official source (Check local court rules).
- 4Filing this notice does not guarantee a quick hearing or a favourable outcome.
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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 used within the Irish court system. It relates specifically to disputes under the Housing (Private Rented Dwellings) Act, 1982.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm the exact date of the current version.
- Verify if there have been changes to the required supporting documentation list.
- Check if the court fees associated with this application have changed.
- Look for updates regarding digital submission requirements via the Courts Service portal.
- Ensure the title references 'Housing (Private Rented Dwellings) Act, 1982' correctly.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 02/11/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssued by: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 93.1
- SRCSubject Matter: Tenant Determination Order
- SRCGoverning Act: Housing (Private Rented Dwellings) Act, 1982
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific fee schedule details.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Precise jurisdictional requirements for all counties.
Common confusion points
Thinking this form is just an application for rent arrears, when it's about *who* belongs there.
Not knowing whether to file in District or Circuit Court (depends on the dispute severity).
Assuming that simply signing a lease makes you the tenant; this form confirms it legally.
Failing to clearly state the opposing party's name/address, leading to delays.
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