Premises licence

Guidance notes new premises licence (PDF, 343 KB)(opens new window) 

New premises licence application (PDF, 369 KB)(opens new window) 

Consent to be premises supervisor (PDF, 48 KB)(opens new window) 

Template notice for new premises licence applications (Word doc, 54 KB)(opens new window)

The application must be advertised by placing a notice on pale blue paper on the premises in a position where it is clearly visible from the outside. The application must also be advertised by placing a notice in a newspaper circulating in the area within the first 10 working days.

A notice needs to be displayed on the premises for a period of no less than 28 consecutive days, starting on the day after the day on which the application was given to the relevant licensing authority. The notice, in all cases, must be displayed prominently at or on the premises to which the application relates where it can be conveniently read from the exterior of the premises. In the case of a premises covering an area of more than fifty metres square, a further notice in the same form and subject to the same requirements must be displayed every fifty metres along the external perimeter of the premises abutting any highway. The notice must be of a size equal or larger than A4, of a pale blue colour, printed legibly in black ink or typed in black in a font of a size equal to or larger than 16 point.

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Guidance notes to vary a premises licence

Vary a premises licence application (PDF, 351 KB)(opens new window) 

Template notice for variation of premises licence (Word doc, 54 KB)(opens new window)

The application must be advertised by placing a notice on pale blue paper on the premises in a position where it is clearly visible from the outside. The application must also be advertised by placing a notice in a newspaper circulating in the area within the first 10 working days.

A notice needs to be displayed on the premises for a period of no less than 28 consecutive days, starting on the day after the day on which the application was given to the relevant licensing authority. The notice, in all cases, must be displayed prominently at or on the premises to which the application relates where it can be conveniently read from the exterior of the premises. In the case of a premises covering an area of more than fifty metres square, a further notice in the same form and subject to the same requirements must be displayed every fifty metres along the external perimeter of the premises abutting any highway. The notice must be of a size equal or larger than A4, of a pale blue colour, printed legibly in black ink or typed in black in a font of a size equal to or larger than 16 point.

Plans (if application includes a variation of plans)

Unless the licensing authority has previously agreed in writing with the applicant following a request by the applicant that an alternative scale plan is acceptable to it, in which case the plan shall be drawn in that alternative scale, the plan shall be drawn in standard scale of 1:100.

The plan will show:

1. the extent of the boundary of the building, if relevant, and any external and internal walls of the building and, if different, the perimeter of the premises
2. the location of points of access to and egress from the premises
3. if different from sub-paragraph (2), the location of escape routes from the premises
4. in a case where the premises is to be used for more than one licensable activity, the area within the premises used for each activity
5. fixed structures (including furniture) or similar objects temporarily in a fixed location (but not furniture) which may impact on the ability of individuals on the premises to use exits or escape routes without impediment
6. in a case where the premises includes a stage or raised area, the location and height of each stage or area relative to the floor
7.  in a case where the premises includes any steps, stairs, elevators or lifts, the location of the steps, stairs, elevators or lifts
8. in the case where the premises includes any room or rooms containing public conveniences, the location of the room or rooms
9. the location and type of any fire safety and any other safety equipment including, if applicable, marine safety equipment
10. the location of a kitchen, if any, on the premises

The plan may include a legend through which the matters mentioned are sufficiently illustrated by the use of symbols on the plan.

For consideration by all parties, it is recommended that all areas of alcohol consumption are marked on the plans.

There is no requirement for plans to be professionally drawn as long as they clearly show all the prescribed information.

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Guidance for minor variation to a premises licence

Minor variation to premises licence application (PDF, 217 KB)(opens new window) 

Template notice for minor variation application (Word doc, 27 KB)(opens new window)

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Guidance for applying to transfer a premises licence

Premises licence transfer application (PDF, 266 KB)(opens new window) 

Consent premises licence holder transfer (PDF, 23 KB)(opens new window) 

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Both an application form and consent to being specified as the Premises Supervisor form must be submitted when applying to vary the DPS.

Guidance for an application to vary a Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS)

DPS variation application (PDF, 228 KB)(opens new window)

Individuals consent to be DPS (PDF, 48 KB)(opens new window)

Separately to the above application, please refer to the DPS authorisations and licence requirements.

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For information regarding fees applicable for Licence Applications made under the Licensing Act 2003 please see the guidance notes. If your Licence is subject to an annual fee, the Licensing Act 2003 has been amended to require Licensing Authorities to suspend a Premises Licence/Club Premises Certificate if the annual fee is not paid within 21 days of the due date. 

The fees for all general licensing functions are payable on application. All applications must be accompanied by the requisite application fee before the application will be accepted or administered.

The application fee is non-refundable. This includes applications that are refused following a hearing by the Licensing Sub-Committee, or applications which are withdrawn or discontinued.

In accordance with the Licensing Act 2003, the full fee is refundable for minor variations if the licensing authority fails to determine the application within the statutory time period.

Annual fees are non-refundable, but the premises licence can be transferred to another person subsequent to the requisite application.

Premises licence fees

If you run a food business, you must tell Wiltshire Council about any premises you use for storing, selling, distributing or preparing food (food business includes sale of alcohol) by formally registering the food business. You can do this online via Food business registration and new food business advice. Notification must be received 28 days prior to the start of trading. You will receive automatic confirmation of your food business registration when you submit the form.

It is a requirement of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 that a Fire Risk Assessment is completed for all licensed venues and that the significant findings are recorded. For further guidance on your responsibilities under this legislation please refer to the Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service website Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue: Licensing and events (opens new window) or contact the Fire Safety team on 01722 691717.

There are temporary modifications to premises licences to authorise off sales of alcohol for a limited period under the Business and Planning Act 2020 (opens new window). Please see our Business and Planning Act 2020 information and frequently asked questions for further details.

 Request for copy of licence/summary (PDF, 165 KB)(opens new window)

Change of name/address of premises licence holder (PDF, 47 KB)(opens new window)

Surrender a premises licence (PDF, 47 KB)(opens new window)

Application for withdrawal of consent DPS (PDF, 249 KB)(opens new window)

Guidance for the removal of the mandatory alcohol condition under the Licensing Act 2003

Apply for removal of mandatory alcohol condition (PDF, 246 KB)(opens new window)

Application for provisional statement (PDF, 478 KB)(opens new window) 

Notification of interest application (PDF, 242 KB)(opens new window) 

Interim authority notice (PDF, 262 KB)(opens new window)