Tables and chairs
If you want to place tables and chairs outside your business on a public street you must apply for a licence from us.
Apply for a new licence
When you apply you must include details including:
- the exact location of where tables and chairs will be on a scale drawing
- dimensions of tables and chairs
- width of pavement and how close it is to the kerb
- a photo or illustration showing the type of tables and chairs you want to use
- public liability insurance for the sum of £5 million or above
Fees
Fees are based on square metres of area you need and the street band. Find out what band your street is.
|
Type |
Band A |
Band B |
Band C |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Price per square metre of area |
£131.80 |
£88.90 |
£53.50 |
Management fees
The following fees are the same for all three bands.
- New application (management fee): £1,000.70
- Renewal (management fee): £559.50
Working out your fee
Your fee is the sum of the:
- management fee
- price per square metre of area required
For example, if you have 10 square metres in band A, your price per square metre of area will be: £131.80 x 10 = £1,318.
Your total fee for a renewal in band A is: Management fee of £559.50 plus £1,318 = £1,877.50.
Renewals and changes
The licence must be renewed each year. The following fees are the same for all three bands.
- Variation fee for licensee or premises name change: £88.90
- Changing the number of chairs and tables: £160
Refusal of application
The following fee is the same for all three bands.
- Non-refundable charge in case of early determination of refusal of application: £190
After you apply
When we have received your application, we will arrange for a site visit so that we can:
- assess the footway
- advise you on what street furniture is appropriate for the area
- guide you through the rest of the process
We must consult interested parties by law. This lets the public and council staff comment on your licence application.
How long for a licence
The process normally takes 8 weeks.
You cannot place tables and chairs on a highway until we have issued your licence.