Premises Licence
Premises Licence - The Licensing Act 2003. What is it?
The Licensing Act 2003 ("the Act") amalgamates six licensing regimes covering the sale and supply of alcohol, the provision of regulated entertainment, the provision of late night refreshment.
Businesses now apply for a premises licence to authorise all the licensable activities they wish to carry on. Premises licences will not be time limited.
The fee charges for the premises licence will be the same no matter what or how many licensable activities will take place on the premises.
Premises licences issued by licensing authorities after notification to and scrutiny of all applications by the police, licensing authority and other responsible authorities. Any other person/persons may now also make representations.
Hearings on an application will only occur where representations from 'responsible authorities' are made or representations are received from 'any other person'.
The Act abolishes standard drinking hours, increasing the options available for people in how to spend their leisure time, and encouraging the development of a more diverse late night economy.
Flexible opening hours for premises, with the potential for up to 24 hour opening, seven days a week, subject to consideration of the impact on local residents, businesses and the expert opinion of a range of authorities in relation to the licensing objectives. This will help to minimise public disorder resulting from fixed closing times.
Apply Online
You can now apply and pay online, please use the following link:
Application for a Premises Licence
Application for a Provisional Statement
Application for DPS to be disapplied
Application to vary a Premises Licence
Application to vary the DPS
Consent to be DPS
Application to Transfer a Premises Licence
Consent to Transfer
Notification of Interest
Interim Authority Notice
Application for a Minor Variation
Notification of change of name/address
Request to be removed as DPS
How do I apply?
Copies of the application form, including any relevant accompanying documents, must be sent to the responsible authorities on the same day as the application is given to the relevant licensing authority. Applications must also be advertised to allow any other person to make representations.
Application forms are attached to this page.
How are applications advertised?
In the case of an application for the grant or variation of a premises licence, the person making the application must display a pale blue A4 (or larger) notice, printed legibly in black ink or typed in black, in a size equal (or larger) to 16 font, prominently at or on the premises to which the application relates (where the premises covers an area of more than 50 metre squared, the same notice must be placed every 50 metres along the external perimeter of the premises). The notice must be displayed for 28 consecutive days, starting the day after the application is given to the relevant licensing authority.
In addition to this, they must publish a notice in a local newspaper (or if there is none, in a local newsletter, circular or similar document) circulating in the vicinity of the premises, at least once during the 10 working days after the application is given to the relevant licensing authority.
Example adverts are attached to this page.
The licensing authority will also publish a public notice on its website. Which is available to view on the Licensing Public Notices page
What information needs to be included in the advertisement?
In all cases, these notices need to state:
the name of the premises
the postal address of the premises, or if none, a description to allow it to be identified
a statement of the licensable activities you propose to carry on
the postal and website address (if any) where the relevant licensing authority's register is kept and can be inspected
the date by which any other person or responsible authority may make representations
that representations may be made in writing
that it is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on summary conviction for the offence
In the case of an application to vary a premises licence, the notice must also briefly describe the proposed variation.
Example adverts are attached to this page.
What is the process following the advertisement?
Where all the requirements relating to the application have been met and no relevant representations are made by responsible authorities or any other person in relation to it, the licensing authority must grant the licence in accordance with the application, subject only to any conditions which are consistent with the operating schedule and any mandatory conditions.
If relevant representations are received, the licensing authority must convene a hearing (unless parties agree that this is unnecessary), to consider the representations and, having regard to them, take one of a number of possible steps according to what it considers necessary for the promotion of the licensing objectives. This may result in the rejection of the application, the exclusion of a licensable activity, or granting of the licence, subject to mandatory conditions or conditions which are consistent with the operating schedule, modified to such extent as are considered necessary for the promotion of one or more of the licensing objectives.
For example, if the premises licence activity included the provision of regulated entertainment and if it was considered necessary for the promotion of the prevention of public nuisance, a licensing authority could attach a condition preventing the playing of amplified music after 11pm for a licensed premise in a quiet residential area.
What information should I include in the operating schedule?
The operating schedule is part of the relevant application form, in which the applicant sets out how the premises are proposed to operate when carrying on licensable activities. It must include the following information:
the licensable activities to which the application relates
the proposed hours of those activities and any other times during which it is proposed that the premises are to be open to the public
the duration of the licence (if it is to have a fixed term)
where the relevant licensable activities include the supply of alcohol, whether the supplies are for
consumption on and/or off premisesthe steps which it is proposed to take to promote the licensing objectives (for example, the arrangements for door security to promote the prevention of crime and disorder)
The significance of the operating schedule is that if the application for the premises licence is granted, it will be incorporated into the licence itself and will set out the permitted activities and the limitations on them.
What are the requirements relating to plans of premises?
A plan of the premises will have to be submitted with every application for a premises licence. The plan should be drawn in standard scale (1 millimetre represents 100 millimetres), unless previously agreed with the relevant licensing authority in writing that an alternative scale plan is acceptable. The plan will need to show:
the boundary of the building, if relevant, and any external and internal walls of the building and, if different, the perimeter of the premises
points of access and exits from the premises, and the location of escape routes if different
where the premises is to be used for more than one licensable activity, the area within the premises used for each activity
fixed structures (including furniture) or similar objects temporarily in a fixed location (but not furniture) which may impact on exits or escape routes
the location and height of any stage or raised area or area relative to the floor
any steps, stairs, elevators or lifts
any room or rooms containing public conveniences
the location and type of any fire safety and any other safety equipment including, if applicable, marine safety equipment
the location of a kitchen, if any, on the premises
The plan may include symbols to illustrate such matters, and a key to explain them.
How long does the process take?
If granted, your licence will be issued no later than 2 months from the date of application.
New Mandatory Conditions under The Licensing Act 2003
The mandatory conditions ('Mandatory Licensing Conditions 2010' document attached to this page) apply to every licence and certificate authorising the sale of alcohol from the point they come into force, and override any conditions already on your premises licence or club premises certificate, so far as they may be identical with, inconsistent with, or more onerous than the existing conditions.
Any breaches of the new conditions will be dealt with in the same way as breaches of existing conditions. Failure to comply with any conditions attached to a licence or certificate is a criminal offence, which on conviction would be punishable by a fine of up to £20,000 or up to six months imprisonment or both (s.136 LA 03). It may also result in a review of the premises licence or club registration certificate, by the Licensing Committee, which could ultimately lead to revocation.
Conditions 1, 2 & 3 came into effect on 6 April 2010 and apply to all premises which are licensed for the sale or supply of alcohol for consumption ON the premises. (i.e. pubs, bars, clubs and restaurants).
They do not apply to premises licensed for ‘off sales only.
Conditions 4 & 5 came into effect on 1 October 2010.
Condition 4 applies to ALL premises licensed for the sale of alcohol, (including ON and OFF sales).
Condition 5 applies to premises licensed for the sale of alcohol for consumption ON the premises.
How much will a premises licence cost?
The fee for applying for a premises licence is between £100 and £635, based on the non-domestic rateable value of the premises, with an annual charge of between £70 and £350.
See the table below.
Main Fee Levels - dependant on Non domestic rateable values.
| Band | A | B | C | D | E |
| Non domestic rateable value | None to £4,300 | £4,301 to £33,000 | £33,001 to £87,000 | £87,001 to £125,000 | £125,001 plus |
| New application & variation* | £100 | £190 | £315 | £450 | £635 |
| Multiplier applied to premises used exclusively or primarily for the supply of alcohol for consumption on the premises | X2 (£900) | X3 (£1905) | |||
| Annual Charge* | £70 | £180 | £295 | £320 | £350 |
| Annual charge multiplier applied to premises used exclusively or primarily for the supply of alcohol for consumption on the premises | X2 (£640) | X3 (£1050) |
*There are additional fees for premises licence applications, and the annual fee for exceptionally large scale events (5,000+), unless certain conditions apply. See the table below.
Additional fees
| Number in attendance at any one time | Additional Premises licence fee | Additional annual fee payable if applicable |
| 5,000 to 9,999 | £1,000 | £500 |
| 10,000 to 14,999 | £2,000 | £1000 |
| 15,000 to 19,999 | £4,000 | £2,000 |
| 20,000 to 29,999 | £8,000 | £4,000 |
| 30,000 to 39,999 | £16,000 | £8,000 |
| 40,000 to 49,999 | £24,000 | £12,000 |
| 50,000 to 59,999 | £32,000 | £16,000 |
| 60,000 to 69,999 | £40,000 | £20,000 |
| 70,000 to 79,999 | £48,000 | £24,000 |
| 80,000 to 89,999 | £56,000 | £28,000 |
| 90,000 and over | £64,000 | £32,000 |
Other fees
| Application for the grant or renewal of a personal licence | £37.00 |
| Temporary event notice | £21.00 |
| Theft, loss, etc. of premises licence or summary | £10.50 |
| Application for a provisional statement where premises being built etc. | £315.00 |
| Notification of change of name or address | £10.50 |
| Application to vary licence to specify individual as premises supervisor | £23.00 |
| Application for transfer of premises licence | £23.00 |
| Interim authority notice following death etc. of licence holder | £23.00 |
| Theft, loss etc. of certificate of summary | £10.50 |
| Notification of change of name or alteration of rules of club | £10.50 |
| Change of relevant registered address of club | £10.50 |
| Theft, loss etc. of temporary event notice | £10.50 |
| Theft, loss etc. of personal licence | £10.50 |
| Duty to notify change of name or address | £10.50 |
| Right of freeholder etc. to be notified of licensing matters | £21.00 |
| Application for a minor variation | £89.00 |
How long does a premises licence last?
Unless requested otherwise in the application form, a premises licence has no time limit and will continue to have effect unless it is withdrawn by the licensing authority following an application for the review of the licence, if the licence lapses on surrender by the premises licence holder.
The Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011 has amended the Licensing Act 2003 to require the licensing authority to suspend a premises licence or club premises certificate if the annual fee is not paid when it is due.
Related Links:
Community Involvement in Licensing
Application Forms (available in PDF & WORD) are attached to this page.
Responsible Authorities
The names, addresses and contact telephone numbers for the responsible authorities referred to in Section 53 of the Licensing Act 2003 are:-
Licensing Authority
Doncaster Council
PO Box 257
The Council House
College Road
Doncaster
DN1 1RN
Tel: 01302 862546
Fax: 01302 737323
Email: licensing@doncaster.gov.uk
South Yorkshire Police
Sheffield Licensing Team
60 Attercliffe Common
Sheffield
S9 2AD
Tel: 0114 252 3948 / 0114 252 3617
Fax: 0114 252 3688
Email: don_licensing@southyorks.pnn.police.uk
South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Authority
Doncaster District Community Safety Office
Leicester Avenue
Doncaster
DN2 6AZ
Tel: 0114 2532802
Building Control Services
Colonnades House
Duke Street
Doncaster
DN1 1ER
Tel: 01302 734848
Environmental Health Services, (Public Health and Noise)
The Council House
College Road
Doncaster
DN1 1RN
Tel: Mr D. Craven 01302 737539
Doncaster Trading Standards Service
The Council House
College Road
Doncaster
DN1 1RN
Tel: Mr D. McMurdo 01302 737583
Doncaster Safeguarding Children Board
Wellbeck Room
Carr House Centre
Danum Road
Doncaster
DN4 5HF
Tel: Deborah Gore 01302 734747
The Chief Operations Officer
Doncaster Primary Care Trust
NHS Doncaster
White Rose House
Ten Pound Walk
Doncaster
DN4 5DJ
Tel: 01302 565656
Email: chris.stainforth@doncasterpct.nhs.uk
Depending on who enforces the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 at your premises, you will need to send a copy to either -
Environmental Health Services, (Health & Safety Enforcement)
The Council House
College Road
Doncaster
DN1 1RN
Tel: Mr L. Jordan 01302 737583
OR
The Health and Safety Executive
Edgar Allen House
241 Glossop Road
Sheffield
S10 2GW
Tel: 0114 2892000
With regards to a vessel, this list also includes the relevant navigation authority, the Environment Agency, British Waterways Board or the Secretary of State.
Related Pages
Temporary Event Notice (T.E.N)
Licensing Act 2003 Cumulative Impact
Licensing Register
The 'Premises Licence Register' document attached to this page is a list of premises which are currently licensed.
Date of Publication 26/01/2012.
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