Full variation

An application is required if any changes are proposed to a premises licence. Possible changes include:

• varying the hours during which an activity is permitted (unless no changes are being made to the total number of hours and you are solely seeking to amend the start and finish times)
• adding activities
• amending, adding or removing conditions
• altering aspects to the layout of the premises which is shown on the plan (there are some exemptions to this that may fall under a minor variation)

Depending on the proposed changes, it may be possible for you to submit a minor variation application.

Application and guidance notes

Attachments required

The following document is required:

• plan of the premises (only required if the variation includes changes to the layout of the premises)

Fees

Please be aware that no refunds will be given if the information supplied is incorrect.

Fees are based on the non-domestic rateable value (NDRV) of the premises. These can be checked on the Valuation Office Agency (VOA).

Premises licence and club premises fees

Processing and timescales

The consultation period is 28 days from receipt of the valid application. At the end of which, if no representations have been received, the premises licence will be issued within a further 28 days.  You may only carry out licensable activities once you have received notification of the application determination from the Licensing Team.

If non-negotiable relevant representations are made against the application, a hearing will be held within 20 working days after the consultation period, where the matter will be decided by the licensing sub-committee (which is made up of Councillors).

Validity and renewals

The licence is subject to an annual fee which will be sent to the premises licence holder or nominated representative on the anniversary of the determination of the licence.

If you do not want to use the premises for licensable activities please ensure you surrender the premises licence, otherwise you will continue to be liable for the annual fee.