Legislation
With some amendments, the Levelling Up and Regeneration Act 2023 makes the scheme introduced during the pandemic through the Business and Planning Act 2020 permanent.
The amendments include:
- an increase in the cap on licence fees.
- an increased consultation period.
- an increased decision period.
- an increase to how long the licence is valid for.
- gives the council powers to remove and dispose of unlicensed furniture.
During the application process, we have up to 28 days to determine a valid application. This includes a mandatory 14 day public consultation period.
View the government guidance.