Tenants in Cork generally have the same protections under Irish residential tenancy law as tenants elsewhere, including rights to proper notice, a safe and maintained home, privacy and a lawful rent-setting process. Whether a rent increase is permitted, and how much notice is required before an eviction, can depend on the tenancy type, property location, date and reason for ending the tenancy. If you believe your landlord has breached the rules, keep copies of messages and notices and consider using the Residential Tenancies Board (RTB) dispute resolution service. Check the latest guidance on gov.ie and the RTB website, or speak to a solicitor about your specific circumstances.