Premises licence

Apply to make a variation to a premises licence

You will need to apply to vary a premises licence if you want to make a change that will affect the licensing objectives.

The four licencing objectives

These are:

  • the prevention of crime and disorder
  • public safety
  • the prevention of public nuisance
  • the protection of children from harm

Changes that could affect the objectives

These could be:

  • increasing or decreasing the licensable hours
  • changing the layout of the premises

Small changes

If you need to make smaller changes to the licence that will not affect the licencing objectives, please apply for a minor variation.

Who can make a change to a premises licence?

The application must be made by the premise licence holder, or a person given authorisation by the premises licence holder.

How much does it cost?

Fees are based on the non-domestic rateable value of the premises. You can check your business rate on the GOV.UK website.

  • Band A - £100 - premises valued up to £4,300
  • Band B - £190 - premises valued between £4,301 and £33,000
  • Band C - £315 - premises valued between £33,001 and £87,000
  • Band D - £450 - premises valued between £87,001 and £125,000
  • Band E - £635 - premises valued over £125,001

Premises with no rateable value

If the premises has no rateable value, then it will be classed as Band A.

Premises not yet built or being built

If the premises has not yet been built or is in the process of being built and you are applying from a plan, then it will be classed as Band C.

Larger premises

If you are looking to have larger premises which will allow more than 5,000 people on site, please email us on licensing@newcastle-staffs.gov.uk as there are additional fees.

Please note: there is an additional fee to post the notice in the local press. We have no control over this.

Before you apply

Before applying, please make sure you have read the requirements and that you understand the fees and conditions.

What you will need

To apply you will need:

  • a plan of premises (if relevant to the change)
  • to return the old premises licence

How to apply

Download the application form

Download the application form and complete all relevant sections.

If you are renewing an existing licence, please use the same form and complete the renewal sections where applicable.
    

Download the application form

Complete the form

Please ensure that:

  • all required sections are completed
  • supporting documents are included (if required)
  • the information provided is accurate and up to date

Incomplete applications may take longer to process.

Upload your form and pay

Once you have completed the form, upload it using our online service and make the required payment.

You will need:

  • your completed application form
  • any supporting documents
  • a debit or credit card to pay the application fee
      

Upload the form and make a payment

What happens next?

Once we receive your application and payment, we will review the information provided. If we need any additional information, we will contact you.

How long does it take?

There is a 28-day consultation period that is agreed with the Licensing Team.

Objections

Objections can be made by the responsible authorities or members of the public.

If they are found to be relevant to the licensing objectives, the matter will go to a licensing hearing.

If they are not found to be relevant, the licence will be issued.

More information about this can be found on our making representations page.