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Apply for a pavement licence

You need a licence to put furniture such as tables and chairs on the public pavement. You don't need a licence if you're putting the tables and chairs on private land.

A new application costs up to £500 and renewals up to £350.

The fee is non-refundable.

Before you apply read the guidance:

Applying

We recommend you talk to neighbouring businesses and occupiers before applying. Consider any issues around noise and nuisance as part of your proposal.

If your application is valid, Plymouth Highways will provide a site notice for you to display. The notice must be easily visible and legible for people to read. A 14-day consultation period will begin in which people can comment on your proposal. After the consultation period has ended we will take up to 14 days to consider the application and any feedback recieved.


Open consultations

If you have any concerns about a pavement licence application email: Networkmanagement@plymouth.gov.uk

Oggy Oggy

Furniture 24 chairs
6 tables
Locations 161-163 Amada Way, Plymouth, PL1 1HZ
Duration Thursday 17 October to Thursday 31 October 2024
Times 8am to 4.30pm
Furniture 24 chairs
6 tables
Locations 6-8 Cornwall Street, Plymouth, PL1 1LP
Duration Thursday 17 October to Thursday 31 October 2024
Times 8am to 4.30pm