Pavement cafe licence

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2. Apply for a pavement café licence

Before applying for a pavement café licence you will need to download this notice (also available as a pdf) and affix it to the outside of your premises. You must do this on the same day that you submit your application. You will need to take a photo of the notice on display.

In order to complete the online application you will need to have the following documents available:

  • A clear site plan indicating proposed area of street café
  • A clear layout diagram showing exact positions and numbers of tables and chairs
  • Pictures/brochures of proposed furniture
  • A clear photograph of the site notice affixed to the premises
  • A copy of your current public liability insurance for a minimum value of £5million specifically covering tables and chairs on the highway

The form will accept your documents in the following file formats: docx, pdf, jpg, png.

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You'll need the following:

  • A clear site plan indicating proposed area of street café
  • A clear layout diagram showing exact positions and numbers of tables and chairs
  • Pictures/brochures of proposed furniture
  • A clear photograph of the site notice affixed to the premises
  • A copy of your current public liability insurance for a minimum value of £5million specifically covering tables and chairs on the highway
  • A payment method for the (non returnable) fee
  • Your premises address details