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Form 93.12 Notice Of Appeal - Housing (Private Rented Dwellings) Act, 1982 Section 26 (5)

This form is a Notice of Appeal specifically related to Housing matters in Ireland. It deals with appeals under Section 26 (5) of the Housing (Private Rented Dwellings) Act, 1982. Use this when you disagree with a decision made about private rental housing.

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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 93.12 Notice Of Appeal - Housing (Private Rented Dwellings) Act, 1982 Section 26 (5)

This form is a Notice of Appeal specifically related to Housing matters in Ireland. It deals with appeals under Section 26 (5) of the Housing (Private Rented Dwellings) Act, 1982. Use this when you disagree with a decision made about private rental housing.

The form captures details about the appeal itself and the original housing dispute. It requires identifying the parties, the case reference, and stating why you are appealing the existing ruling.

Risk Radar

Scan points
  • 1Don't forget to cite the correct Section 26 (5) of the Act!
  • 2Failing to attach supporting documents with the notice.
  • 3Using the wrong case reference number.
  • 4Not clearly stating grounds for appeal.
  • 5Submitting after the statutory time limit expires.

Plain English

If someone has made a ruling about your rented home in Ireland and you don't agree with it, you use this form to challenge that ruling. It officially tells the Courts Service of Ireland that you are appealing the original decision. Think of it as starting the next stage of a housing dispute.

Submission Date

  • Filing date: The deadline is strictly governed by the relevant housing decision. Check your court documentation for the exact number of days allowed from the date of notification.
  • 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 must use this form if you disagree with a ruling concerning private rental properties in Ireland.
  • This is specifically for appeals made under Section 26 (5) of the Housing Act, 1982.
  • Use it when the decision relates to your tenancy or property status under that specific section.
  • Do not use this form if you are simply making an initial application; use it only to appeal a prior decision.

Form selector

Use this form or another form?

Initial Application/Complaint

If you haven't received a formal decision yet, start here.

✓ Check the letter you received first.

Not confirmed in official source (Likely another Housing Form)

Appeal regarding Rent Setting

If your appeal is solely about rent amounts, check for a more specific housing form.

✓ Ensure Section 26 (5) applies to the rent dispute.

Not confirmed in official source

Application to Terminate Tenancy

Use this if you are applying to end a tenancy, but need to appeal a refusal or rejection of that application.

✓ Confirm the original decision was made under Section 26 (5).

Form not specified

General Housing Dispute Notice

If your issue doesn't fit neatly into the Act, check for a broader Courts Service housing form.

✓ Verify the specific section number mentioned in the decision letter.

Not confirmed in official source

Deadline or filing window

The deadline is strictly governed by the relevant housing decision. Check your court documentation for the exact number of days allowed from the date of notification.

Before you submit

  1. 1Ensure you have clearly stated *what* decision you are appealing.
  2. 2Verify that the appeal falls under Section 26 (5) of the Act.
  3. 3Include copies of all relevant documents (e.g., the original ruling letter).
  4. 4Fill in your full name and address accurately.
  5. 5Provide the correct contact details for both yourself and the opposing party.
  6. 6Sign and date the form before submitting it.
  7. 7Confirm you have included any required court fee payment information.

How to file this form

  1. 1Complete all sections of Form 93.12 thoroughly using black ink.
  2. 2Attach copies of the decision letter you are appealing to the form.
  3. 3Sign and date the bottom of the Notice of Appeal.
  4. 4Submit the completed package to the relevant Court or Courts Service office.
  5. 5Keep a clear copy of the signed, submitted form for your own records.
  6. 6If submitting online via the Courts portal, upload scanned copies clearly.

Known limitations

  1. 1This form does not guarantee that your appeal will succeed; it only registers your intent to appeal.
  2. 2The deadline for lodging this notice is governed by specific rules, which are not detailed on the form itself. Check the decision letter!
  3. 3It is not a substitute for legal advice regarding the merits of your case.
  4. 4Not confirmed in official source: The exact fee payable with this form is not stated here.

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6 fields

Proceedings

3 items

Title of Proceedings

The names of the parties exactly as they appear on the originating document.

Requiredtext
Record Number

The court record number for the case, if one has been assigned.

Requiredtext
Court and Office

The court and the office where the document is being filed.

Requiredtext

Substance

2 items

Relief or Information Sought

What you are asking the court to do, or the information the form requires.

Requiredtext
Grounds and Exhibits

The facts relied on and any documents exhibited with the filing.

text

Execution

1 items

Signature, Jurat or Service Details

Signed, sworn or certified as the form requires, with proof of service where needed.

Requiredsignature
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Current form status
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This form is the official Notice of Appeal for matters under the Housing (Private Rented Dwellings) Act, 1982. It remains the primary document to use when challenging a specific decision within this housing legislation.

What changed or needs a fresh check

  • Check if there are any updated logos or branding from the Courts Service of Ireland.
  • Verify that 'Section 26 (5)' is still correctly cited on the document title.
  • Look for changes to the required fields, especially contact details.
  • Confirm the current official form number: 93.12.
  • Check if any new mandatory declarations have been added.

Quick Facts

A landlord or tenant involved in a private rental dwelling issue must file this notice. Anyone who has been subject to the relevant decision under Section 26 (5) can use it.
The form captures details about the appeal itself and the original housing dispute. It requires identifying the parties, the case reference, and stating why you are appealing the existing ruling.
You must submit this notice within the timeframe specified by the Courts Service of Ireland. This timing is triggered immediately after a decision under Section 26 (5) has been made.
Submission details are confirmed by the Courts Service of Ireland. You will likely file it through their designated online portal or post a hard copy to the relevant court office.
Submitting late means your appeal might be rejected outright. Errors in detail could cause significant delays while the courts correct the paperwork.
First, locate the case reference number from the original housing decision. Fill in all personal and property details accurately on Form 93.12. Then, clearly state in the designated section *why* you are appealing that specific ruling before sending it off.

Form Details

Revision date
02/11/25

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Sources

  • SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland
  • SRCForm Number: 93.12
  • SRCRelated Legislation: Housing (Private Rented Dwellings) Act, 1982
  • SRCSpecific Section Covered: Section 26 (5)
  • SRCNot confirmed in official source: The specific court handling the appeal is not listed on the form itself.

Common confusion points

Confusing this form with an initial application; you are appealing a decision, not starting fresh.

Not clearly stating *why* you disagree (the grounds for appeal).

Failing to reference Section 26 (5) specifically in the body of the notice.

Submitting it to the wrong court office or jurisdiction.

Assuming that filling out this form automatically means the hearing date is set.

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