Form 2L – Planning Civil Bill

What this form is for

• • Use Form 2L when starting a new case involving planning applications.
• • Select this form if the matter is being handled in civil court, not administrative or criminal proceedings.
• • This is needed when you are formally bringing a planning dispute before the courts.
• • It applies to matters governed by Irish planning legislation.

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

There isn't one universal deadline, but generally, it must be filed promptly after a key event, such as receiving a refusal notice from the local authority.

Before you submit

• • Fill out all sections completely; do not leave blanks unless explicitly noted as optional.
• • Attach copies of the relevant planning application documents (e.g., planning permission granted/refused).
• • Ensure you have correctly filled in the names and addresses of all parties involved.
• • Confirm the specific court where the bill is being lodged.
• • Sign and date the form in the designated signature block.
• • Attach proof of payment for any required filing fees (if applicable).

How to file this form

1. 1Complete Form 2L thoroughly using black ink.
2. 2Gather all supporting documentation related to the planning matter.
3. 3Submit the completed form and documents to the relevant Courts Service office or via the online portal.
4. 4Receive confirmation of receipt from the Courts Service (if submitting digitally).
5. 5Pay any required filing fees at the time of submission or as instructed.

Known limitations

• • This form itself does not dictate the outcome; it only starts the civil process related to planning.
• • Specific requirements may vary depending on the local jurisdiction/Circuit Court in Ireland.
• • If you are using an online filing system, ensure the digital upload matches the physical form layout exactly.
• • The required supporting documents are not confirmed in official source.