eDischarges (Applications in electronic form for cancellation of charges)

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1. Introduction

1.1 Scope of Practice Direction
This Practice Direction encompasses the procedures to be followed where an application is made in electronic form for cancellation of the entry of a registered charge (which application may be referred to as an eDischarge).

1.2.Sections of the Act and Rules applicable

• Registration of Title Act 1964 – sections 65 and 106
• Registration of Deeds and Title Act 2006 – sections 50, 55, 71 and 73
• Land Registration Rules 2012 – Rules 101 and 102

2. General

Rule 101 of the Land Registration Rules 2012 provides that authorised customers may apply in electronic form for cancellation of the entry of a charge.

Such application is lodged with the PRA through its web portal or such other electronic service delivery channel as may be authorised by the PRA.

A request to avail of an eDischarge must originate from the registered owner of the charge or its successor in title.

3. Application for...