How do fixed payment notices work

What breaches can lead to a fixed payment notice? 

We can issue a fixed payment notice if a landlord:  

1. Does not register a tenancy 
2. Does not update tenancy details 
3. Does not give rent setting information at start of tenancy 
4. Sets rent above the legal limit 
5. Does not notify the RTB of a rent exemption 
6. Does not provide a rent review notice correctly 

Learn more about breaches that can lead to a fixed payment notice. 

How do we identify a breach?

We can identify a possible breach of rental law from: 

• A report from a tenant or member of the public 
• RTB internal data  
• Information from other public bodies and Government departments 

We treat all possible breaches of rental law seriously. 

How do we issue a fixed payment notice to a landlord ?

Stage 1 – First notice

This is an email or letter that tells you we believe there is a breach of rental law. You now have 28 days to: 

• Correct the breach and notify us. 
• Provide us with proof if you believe you have not broken rental law. 

Stage 2 – Second notice

We issue a letter that gives you a final 14 days to correct the breach before we issue a fixed payment notice. 

Stage 3 – Fixed payment notice

We issue a formal fixed payment notice. You have 28 days to pay the fine and fix the breach. The fine will be up to €200 for a rent breach and €100 for all other breaches.

Stage 4A – Payment received

If you pay the fixed payment notice within 28 days and fix the breach, we will not prosecute you for the offence. When we receive payment and proof you have corrected the breach, we will send you a closure letter. If you pay the fine but the breach continues, we can issue another fixed payment notice. 

Stage 4B – Payment not received

If you do not pay the fixed payment notice, you will be guilty of an offence and we can bring your case forward for criminal prosecution. This can result in a further fine of up to €,000 and a criminal conviction.