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Form 96.7 Notice Of Application For An Order Under Section 55 (3) Of The Act - Air Pollution Act, 1987
This form is a formal notification used when applying for an official order under Section 55 (3) of the Air Pollution Act, 1987. You use it to request a specific ruling or directive from the Courts Service regarding air pollution matters.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 96.7 Notice Of Application For An Order Under Section 55 (3) Of The Act - Air Pollution Act, 1987
This form is a formal notification used when applying for an official order under Section 55 (3) of the Air Pollution Act, 1987. You use it to request a specific ruling or directive from the Courts Service regarding air pollution matters.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to cite the specific Act and Section number in the title block.
- 2Failing to name all relevant parties (e.g., the polluter or affected party).
- 3Mislabelling the application as a general notice instead of an 'Application For An Order'.
- 4Not clearly detailing *why* Section 55 (3) applies to your case.
- 5Using outdated contact details for submission.
Plain English
Think of this as your official letter to the Irish courts about air quality issues. If you need the court to make an order related to air pollution under that specific 1987 Act section, you use this form to start the process. It tells everyone involved what you are asking for.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no single universal deadline, but you must apply when the need for the Order arises. Check local court rules for any strict submission cut-offs.
- 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 this form when you want the courts to issue an official order related to air pollution.
- Use it when your request falls specifically under the provisions of Section 55 (3) of the Air Pollution Act, 1987.
- This is for applying *for* the Order itself, not for lodging a simple complaint about pollution.
- It notifies the courts that you are seeking a directive or ruling concerning air quality issues.
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Use this form or another form?
General Pollution Complaint
If you just want to report an incident, check for a simpler notification.
✓ Check if the Act reference matches.
Not confirmed in official source (but likely another form)
Appeal of Air Order
If you are challenging an order already made, this might be the wrong document.
✓ Confirm if you are applying *for* or *against* the order.
Air Pollution Licence Application
Use this if you need permission to operate something that causes pollution.
✓ Ensure your request is for an 'Order' under S.55(3), not a licence itself.
Not confirmed in official source (but likely another form)
Deadline or filing window
There is no single universal deadline, but you must apply when the need for the Order arises. Check local court rules for any strict submission cut-offs.
Before you submit
- 1Have you clearly stated what Order you are applying for?
- 2Is the Air Pollution Act, 1987 reference correct?
- 3Does the form include all required applicant details (name, address, contact)?
- 4Are there supporting documents attached that prove your case?
- 5Have you filled in the specific section detailing *why* Section 55 (3) applies to your situation?
- 6Is the signature block completed and signed by an authorized person?
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 96.7 thoroughly.
- 2Gather all necessary evidence supporting the need for the Order.
- 3Sign and date the form where indicated.
- 4Submit the completed package to the appropriate Courts Service office (check local court rules).
- 5Keep a copy of the submitted form for your records.
Known limitations
- 1This form does not guarantee that the courts will grant the Order you request.
- 2It is only for applications under Section 55 (3) of the Air Pollution Act, 1987; other sections require different forms.
- 3The specific local court handling your application is not confirmed in official source.
- 4Not confirmed in official source: The required fee amount must be verified against current Courts Service schedules.
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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 standard application notice from the Courts Service. It relates specifically to requests made under Section 55 (3) of the Air Pollution Act, 1987.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the date printed on the top of the form.
- Verify the exact wording of Section 55 (3) reference matches current legislation.
- Ensure no recent amendments regarding required supporting documentation have been added.
- Confirm the Courts Service branding/logo is current.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCForm Number: 96.7
- SRCAct Reference: Air Pollution Act, 1987
- SRCSection Cited: Section 55 (3)
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: The precise name/title of the application field for 'The Applicant's Details'.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Whether this form is used exclusively at District Courts or Circuit Courts.
Common confusion points
People sometimes confuse 'applying for an Order' (this form) with 'notifying of an Order' (a different filing).
Mistaking Section 55 (3) for another section number in the Air Pollution Act, 1987.
Failing to attach evidence that proves the air pollution issue warrants a court order.
Not clearly stating *what* the desired Order should actually be (e.g., 'An order requiring XYZ company to reduce emissions by X%').
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