Definitions of terms used

Applicant—the person who has lodged the application the dispute is about.

Case number—a reference number that may also be called a claim or file number. For example, MCDT001/15, MCDO001/15, BDL001/15, NDR001/15, or GAR001/15.

Enabling act—an act giving QCAT the power to hear a dispute.

Location—this is also called a registry, as shown on the initial application.

Lodged—when a document is given to the tribunal and it is sealed and accepted. It is also referred to as filed.

Party—the person(s) or entity(s) named in the application.

Respondent—the other party the application is about.

Sealed copy—a copy of an application or other document filed with QCAT that has been stamped by QCAT staff with the official seal.

Serve/serving (documents)—delivery of legal documents officially notifying the intended receiver that a legal action or proceeding involving them has been started.

Fees

Fees are payable when seeking an extension of time for decisions of the chief executive or claiming against the claim fund:

Act the application or referral is under

Application fee

Agents Financial Administration Act 2014, section 122(1)

$315.70

Debt Collectors (Field Agents and Collection Agents) Act 2014, section 119(1)

$315.70

Motor Dealers and Chattel Auctioneers Act 2014, section 198(1)

$315.70

Property Occupations Act 2014, section 178(1)

$315.70

Decision of the chief executive

You may use this form to apply for an extension of time to seek a review of a decision of the chief executive under:

  • Agents Financial Administration Act 2014, section 122
  • Debt Collectors (Field Agents and Collection Agents) Act 2014, section 119(1)
  • Motor Dealers and Chattel Auctioneers Act 2014, section 198(1)
  • Property Occupations Act 2014, section 178(1).

You must include a copy of this decision when you submit your application.

Claims against the claim fund

You may apply for an extension of time in which to make a claim against the claim fund under the Agents Financial Administration Act 2014, section 122.

You should include a copy of the notice given to claim when you submit your application.