How to apply for a pavement licence

Part of: Pavement licence

All applications must be made online – we cannot accept postal applications.

Fees

Pavement licence fees from 31 March 2024, are:

  • £500 for first-time applications
  • £350 for renewals

Application guidance

You will need to submit the following documents with your application:

  • a drawing showing the area that will be used for furniture, including:
    • the position in relation to your premises
    • the position in relation to any other premises
    • where the furniture will be placed within that area
  • photos/brochures showing the proposed type of furniture
  • a copy of your third-party liability insurance cover of at least £2 million, covering the proposed licensable area
  • a copy of your waste contract

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