Provisional Statements
Where a person wishes to build a new premises or substantially
alter an existing premises they may wish to obtain a clear
indication that a premises licence will be issued prior to making a
substantial financial commitment. In these circumstances it
is possible to apply for a provisional statement.
Application for a
provisional statement must be made and must be accompanied
by:
- the relevant fee,
- a schedule of work and
- a copy of the plans
The application must be advertised in the same way as a premises
licence and representations from interested
parties and responsible
authorities will be taken in the 28 day representation
period.
In the event of valid representations that cannot be resolved a
hearing will be held in the same way as an application for a
premises licence.
If a provisional statement is granted application may be made
for a premises licence on completion of any work. Provided
there have been no substantial changes to the building as approved
by the provisional statement no further representations may be made
if :
- it can been shown that the person making the representation
could have reasonably been expected to do so at the time the
provisional statement was applied for
- there have been no material change in the circumstances of the
premises or in the vicinity of them
It is possible to apply for a premises licence for premise that
have not been constructed provided the plans and operating schedule
are sufficiently detailed to allow a reasonable appreciation of the
operation to be made.
Contact the Licensing Section
Telephone: 01304 872295
E-mail: licensing@dover.gov.uk
