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Form 96.12 Information (Application For Warrant To Enter) - Local Government (Water Pollution) Act, 1977 Section 28 (7)
This form is an application for a Warrant to Enter under the Local Government (Water Pollution) Act, 1977. It specifically relates to Section 28(7) of that Act. Use it when you need official permission to enter land related to water pollution issues.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 96.12 Information (Application For Warrant To Enter) - Local Government (Water Pollution) Act, 1977 Section 28 (7)
This form is an application for a Warrant to Enter under the Local Government (Water Pollution) Act, 1977. It specifically relates to Section 28(7) of that Act. Use it when you need official permission to enter land related to water pollution issues.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The biggest risk is failing to specify which part of Section 28(7) applies to your situation.
- 2Not correctly citing Local Government (Water Pollution) Act, 1977 Section 28(7).
- 3Vague description of the land requiring entry.
- 4Missing required signatures or dates on Form 96.12.
- 5Failing to identify the specific water pollution issue being addressed.
Plain English
Essentially, this is asking the Courts Service for a legal 'go-ahead' to go onto someone's property. You use it because there are concerns about water pollution nearby. It formalises your request to legally step onto the site in question.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no universal deadline listed, but submit it as soon as you require the warrant to be active for site entry.
- 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 official permission to enter land related to water pollution issues in Ireland.
- The entry must relate specifically to matters covered by Section 28(7) of the Local Government (Water Pollution) Act, 1977.
- Use this form when you are applying for a Warrant to Enter, not just a general notice or inspection permit.
- It is used in conjunction with local authority concerns about water pollution.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
General Water Pollution Inspection
If the entry isn't strictly for Section 28(7) matters, check this first.
✓ Check if your issue is specifically covered by Sec 28(7).
CRO Form (e.g., related to company land use)
This covers corporate filings, but the underlying reason might be water pollution.
✓ Ensure the application clearly links the CRO matter to WP Act requirements.
Standard Warrant Application
If your specific need doesn't fit Section 28(7), a general warrant form might suffice.
✓ Confirm the exact statutory requirement before choosing this over another warrant type.
Deadline or filing window
There is no universal deadline listed, but submit it as soon as you require the warrant to be active for site entry.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure all sections of Form 96.12 are fully completed and legible.
- 2Attach supporting evidence that proves a water pollution issue exists on the land.
- 3Clearly state *why* entry is necessary under Section 28(7) in the description box.
- 4Sign and date the form where indicated (usually by the applicant).
- 5Verify the correct local authority/council name is listed.
- 6Confirm the property address matches official land records.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all fields of Form 96.12 thoroughly.
- 2Gather required supporting documentation (e.g., pollution reports, photos).
- 3Submit the completed form and attachments to the relevant Courts Service office.
- 4Pay any prescribed filing fee at the time of submission (if applicable).
- 5Obtain a stamped or acknowledged copy for your own records.
Known limitations
- 1The form itself does not guarantee the Warrant will be granted; it is just an application.
- 2Not confirmed in official source: There might be specific local court rules that supersede general guidelines.
- 3It only covers entry related to Section 28(7) of the Water Pollution Act, 1977; other sections require different applications.
- 4The required supporting evidence is not detailed on the form 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 form is currently active and issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. It remains the standard application for a Warrant to Enter under specific provisions of the Water Pollution Act.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check for any updated contact details for the issuing Court Office.
- Verify the current date or revision number printed on the document.
- Confirm if there are new specific fields added regarding local authority involvement (e.g., County Council name).
- Look for changes in the required documentation list attached to Form 96.12.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssued by: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 96.12
- SRCLegislation Cited: Local Government (Water Pollution) Act, 1977
- SRCSpecific Section: Section 28(7)
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific required supporting documents list.
Common confusion points
Confusing Section 28(7) with the general requirement to apply for *any* warrant under the Act.
Assuming that simply having a pollution problem means you automatically get permission; the application must be made.
Not clearly defining the scope of entry (e.g., 'to inspect' vs. 'to take samples').
Failing to specify which local authority area the land falls under.
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