Property Occupation Appeals Board
If you disagree with a decision made by the Registrar of Property Occupation—such as a rejection of your registration or a request for further information—you have the right to appeal to the Property Occupation Appeals Board.
How We Can Help With The Property Occupation Appeals Board
Our services include preparing all necessary documents, liaising with the Property Appeals Board, and attending the hearing with you to represent your case.
Why Might You Need to Contact The Property Occupation Appeals Board?
You may need to contact the Property Occupation Appeals Board if you wish to challenge or appeal a decision relating to the occupation or registration of a property in Gibraltar.
This may include situations where:
- You disagree with a decision affecting your Register of Property Occupation (RPO)
- Your application to register or update a property occupation has been refused or rejected
- You believe a decision affecting your property occupation has been made incorrectly and you wish to have the matter reviewed or appealed
Important Things to Remember
- Your appeal should clearly explain the decision you are challenging and the reasons why you believe it should be reconsidered
- Provide the relevant decision, correspondence and any documents that support your appeal
- Keep a copy of your appeal and all documents submitted for your records
- Make sure the information in your appeal is complete, accurate and supported by relevant evidence
- The Property Occupation Appeals Board may request additional information or evidence if required to determine your appeal
- If you intend to appeal a decision, it is important to start preparing your appeal as soon as possible to avoid missing the statutory deadline
- Appealing a decision can be a lengthy process, as the Property Occupation Appeals Board may need time to convene to consider your case. Depending on the circumstances and the Board’s schedule, it may take several months before your appeal is heard and a decision is reached
Required Documents
If you disagree with a decision made by the Registrar of Property Occupation, you can appeal to the Property Occupation Appeals Board. The appeal should be made in writing. Your appeal should clearly explain the decision you are challenging and why you believe it should be reconsidered. It would be advisable to include:
- A copy of the Registrar’s decision that you are appealing
- Your full name and contact details
- Your property address and RPO details, where applicable
- A clear written explanation of the grounds for your appeal
- Any supporting documents or evidence that support your case, such as tenancy agreements, proof of occupation, affidavits, correspondence with LPS, or other relevant property documents
- Copies of any previous applications, responses or correspondence relevant to the matter
Turnaround Time
Dealing with the Property Occupation Appeals Board involves two stages:
Application Preparation and Submission: Once we have received all the required information and supporting documents, we can prepare and submit your appeal within 10 working days.
Appeal Processing: Once your appeal has been submitted, we remain in contact with the Property Occupation Appeals Board and monitor the progress of your case until a hearing date is scheduled. We then prepare all relevant documentation, organise the supporting evidence and develop the arguments to present on your behalf. We will attend the hearing with you and represent your case before the Board, ensuring that your appeal is properly presented and supported.
*Disclaimer: The processing of the above services is the sole responsibility of the Property Occupation Appeals Board in Gibraltar. A2Z Business Solutions acts only as an independent facilitator and assumes no responsibility for the processing, approval, or outcome of these services.
