To place tables, chairs or other temporary furniture on the pavement (where the pavement concerned is part of the public highway) you require permission from your local authority. This is to ensure that adequate space is available for the safe and free movement of all highway users, and that consideration is given to the location of the amenity in terms of possible noise disturbance for local residents and nearby shops and offices.
You can apply for either a:
- Pavement Licence; or
- Tables and Chairs Permit.
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PAVEMENT LICENCE |
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This is a temporary licence which is intended to help get businesses back up and running during the COVID-19 pandemic.
This will:
Please read the following guidance notes before you make an application. We will not be able to process your application if you have not supplied all the information and documents required.
Pavement Licence Guidance Notes Temporary Alcohol Licensing Provisions Business and Planning Act 2020
In addition, based upon enquiries which have been received to date, here are some answers to frequently asked questions about pavement licences:
An online application form is available via the following link:
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TABLES AND CHAIRS PERMIT |
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This is the permit that was required prior to the COVID-19 pandemic if you wanted to place tables and chairs outside your premises. It will also be what you will need when the temporary pavement licences (above) cease to apply from 1 October 2021. You may still apply for one of these permits now instead of a pavement licence if you wish. This will:
Please read the following guidance notes before you make an application. We will not be able to process your application if you have not supplied all the information and documents required.
Tables and Chairs Permits Guidance Notes Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisons) Act 1982
An online application form is available via the following link:
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Further Support |
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If you would like more bespoke support with any aspect of your application we offer a Business Support Advice Service. Further information on this service is available at: http://www.bathnes.gov.uk/services/business/licences/pre-application-advice |
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A Boards Please note that Licensing Services does not authorise the use of A Boards. For information on the policy and regulations regarding A Boards please go to https://www.bathnes.gov.uk/services/business/business-support-services/advertising-boards-boards |
