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Are there any laws covering rental property?

The residential letting market in Ireland is governed by the Residential Tenancies Act 2004 which also established the PRTB to resolve disputes between landlords and tenants and to operate a system of tenancy registration. Landlords and tenants may refer disputes to the PRTB for…

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I heard I have to register my rental property? Is this true?

Landlords, Rentals

Yes, all tenancies must be registered with the Private Residential Tenancies Board within one month of the commencement of the tenancy using the PRTB registration form. Each tenancy costs €90 to register. A double fee applies for late registrations. Failure to register means that…

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Do I need a solicitor at a PRTB hearing?

Landlords, Rentals, Renters, Students

This is a personal choice, there is no obligation to have a solicitor present. It depends on a number of factors including how strong a case you think you have. Have you followed all the correct procedures? Are you confident and good enough at presenting…

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What disputes will the PRTB deal with?

Landlords, Rentals, Renters, Students

These are some examples of the issues the PRTB will deal with but other matters may also be dealt with: Refund or retention of deposits Breaches of tenancy obligations (by either landlords or tenants) The charging of rents above market rent Timing of rent reviews…

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How do you refer a dispute to the PRTB?

Landlords, Rentals, Renters, Students

Anyone wishing to refer a dispute to the PRTB should contact it directly in the first instance and discuss the matter. The PRTB will provide an Application Form, which should be completed and returned to the Board along with the appropriate application fee. (Contact the…

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Who can refer a dispute to the PRTB?

Landlords, Rentals, Renters, Students

Disputes can be referred by a wide range of parties including: Tenants Sub-tenants Landlords (but only where the tenancy is registered) Licensees (in certain circumstances) Certain third parties who may be affected by a landlord’s failure to enforce tenants’ obligations (e.g. neighbours)

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What is the PRTB?

Landlords, Rentals, Renters, Students

The Private Residential Tenancies Board (PRTB) was established as part of the Residential Tenancies Act 2004 to resolve disputes between landlords and tenants and to operate a system of tenancy registration. Landlords and tenants may refer disputes to the PRTB for resolution. The board deals…

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