Guidance

Pavement licences: guidance

Guidance to accompany pavement licensing introduced in the Business and Planning Act 2020.

From:
Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government and Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities
Published
2 April 2024

Applies to England

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Pavement licences: guidance

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Details

The permanent pavement licences process retains the streamlined consent route for businesses to obtain a licence to place removable furniture, such as tables and chairs outside of cafes, bars, and restaurants quickly. Local authorities may charge up to £500 for first-time applications and £350 for renewals. Licences can be granted for up to 2 years.

See the Business and Planning Act 2020.

See also the guidance for temporary alcohol licensing provisions.

Updates to this page

Published 2 April 2024

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