In accordance with the appropriate provisions of the Town Police Clauses Act 1847 and the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976, Application for a Licence to act as a driver of any licensed Taxi Carriage within the District of Cannock Chase.

Taxi Licensing Policy

CCTV and Dashcam Policy

Bye Laws relating to Hackney Carriages.pdf (103.18 KB) 

New Hackney Carriage Vehicle application form.pdf (232.92 KB)

Hackney Carriage Vehicle Renewal application form.pdf (158.54 KB)

In accordance with the appropriate provisions of the Town Police Clauses Act 1847 and the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976, Application for a Licence to act as a driver of any licensed Taxi Carriage within the District of Cannock Chase.

Taxi Licensing Policy

New Hackney Carriage/Private Hire medical form for CHC (Hednesford).pdf (222.6 KB)

Renewal Hackney Carriage/Private Hire medical form for CHC (Hednesford).pdf (205.07 KB)

New Hackney Carriage/Private Hire Driver Factsheet.pdf (255.95 KB)

Hackney Carriage/Private Hire Driver Application Form - Renewal.pdf (152.09 KB) 

The purpose of this policy is to facilitate the use of surveillance cameras in order to protect drivers and passengers, whilst ensuring licence holders respect the privacy of travelling passengers and other members of the public.

CCTV Policy January 2024.pdf

In accordance with the appropriate provisions of the Town Police Clauses Act 1847 and the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976, Application for a Licence to act as a driver of any licensed Taxi Carriage within the District of Cannock Chase.

Taxi Licensing Policy

Bye Laws relating to Hackney Carriages

New Private Hire Vehicle Application Form.pdf (231.96 KB)

Private Hire Vehicle Renewal Declaration Form .pdf (156.78 KB)

Private Hire Operator Application Form.pdf (161.89 KB)

All shops, stalls, fairs etc selling pets must be licensed by the Council under the Pet Animals Act 1951.

Pet Shop Application Form.pdf (169.42 KB)

Anyone who keeps a dangerous wild animal must be licensed by the Council to ensure that the premises are suitable as regards welfare of the animal and safety of the public.

Dangerous Wild Animal Application form.pdf (90.95 KB)

Anyone charging for riding on horses, ponies or donkeys must be licensed by the Council under the Riding Establishments Acts 1964 and 1970.

New Riding Establishment Application form.pdf (230.4 KB)

Perfoming Animals Application Form.pdf (165.56 KB)

Any premises used for the boarding cats or dogs as a business will require a licence from the Council under the Animal Boarding Establishments Act 1963.

Animal Boarding Establishment Application form.pdf (153.18 KB)

Dog Breeding Licence Application form.pdf (157.63 KB)

Any premises used for the business of acupuncture, tattooing, ear-piercing or electrolysis must be registered with the Council under the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1982

Application to Register the Premises for the business of Acupuncture, Tattooing, Ear Piercing, Electrolysis, Micro Pigmentation and Micro Blading.pdf (45.61KB)

Application to Register an Individual for the business of Acupuncture, Tattooing, Ear Piercing, Electrolysis, Micro Pigmentation and Micro Blading.pdf (44.05 KB)

Bye Laws relating to Ear Piercing & Electrolysis.pdf (94.49 KB)

Bye Laws relating to the registration of Tattooists.pdf (140.78 KB)

Bye Laws relating to registration of Acupuncture.pdf (94.85 KB)

Bye Laws relating to registration of Micro Pigmentation.pdf (148.36 KB)

Bye Laws relating to registration of Micro Blading.pdf (147.62 KB)

All streets within the Cannock Chase District are consented streets. It is unlawful for traders to trade within the district without the appropriate consent.

Street Trading Policy.pdf (403.9 KB) 

Street Trading application form.pdf (167.73 KB) 

Application form for those wishing to licence for a lottery.

Small Society Lottery Registration Application form.pdf (93.73 KB)

Declaration form for new Small Society Lottery applicants (this must to be submitted with your application form).pdf (109.4 KB)

Certified return form.pdf (116.37 KB) 

Small Society Lottery Registration guidance notes.pdf (102.05 KB)

Small Society Lottery Renewal Slip.pdf (99.54 KB)

Hairdressers and barbers are required to be registered with the local authority. Following an application an Officer will visit premises to check they meet health and safety guidelines and conform with local Byelaws. Premises will be inspected on a regular basis once registered.

Application for registration of a Hairdressers or Barbers.pdf (83.65 KB)

The intention of the policy it to provide clear guidance for officers and members on what matters should be taken into account when determining applications for House to House Collections.

It also sets out the reasonable expectations of applicants for charitable collections of all types across the Cannock Chase District.

The aims of the licensing authority in adopting this policy are to:

•   Safeguard the interests of both public donors and beneficiaries;

•   Facilitate well organised collections by bona fide charitable

    institutions and to ensure that good standards are met, and;

•   Prevent unlicensed collections from taking place.

The policy is also intended to ensure that those who wish to donate to charity through house to house or street collections, are able to do so in good faith, knowing that a significant amount of the money or products they donate will directly benefit the charity.

House to House & Street Collection Permit Application form and policy.pdf (126.35 KB)

Charitable Collections Policy.pdf (571.66 KB)

Street Collection Application form.pdf (135.61 KB)

Street Collection return form .pdf (224.87 KB)

This document sets out Cannock Chase Council’s Policy regarding the regulation of sex establishments and the procedure relating to applications for their licensing.

Sex Establishment Application form.pdf (190.66 KB)

Sex Establishment Policy.pdf (114.69 KB)

Sex Establishment Contact List.pdf (10.87 KB)

Sex Establishment Pool of Conditions.pdf (24.34 KB)

Conditions of Licence for a Sex Shop.pdf (18.95 KB)

The Scrap Metal Dealers Act (SMDA) was introduced on the 1st October 2013. Anyone who deals in scrap metal (transporting, storing, treating etc) must have a licence with their local authority.

Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013 explained.pdf (567.87 KB)

Application for a Scrap Metal Licence.pdf (269.2 KB)

Licensing Act 2003 application forms can be found on the gov.uk website by following this link.

The Police address for Licenisng Act applications and Temporary Event Notices is: Police Licensing Unit, Ground Floor, Block 9, Staffordshire Police Headquarters, Weston Road, Stafford, ST18 0YY

Personal Licence Renewals

From 1 April 2015 it is no longer necessary to renew a Personal Licence. Section 115 of the Licensing Act 2003 has been amended by section 69 of the Deregulation Act 2015, removing the requirement to renew personal licences.

You should note you still have a duty to notify the Licensing Unit of a change of name or address. Should you have changed your name or address please inform the Licensing Unit of your new name or address in writing, return your old licence (both the paper part and credit card size part) with the statutory fee of £10.50 in order for a new licence to be produced. At this point the expiry date will be removed from your licence.

Licensing Act 2003 Responsible Authorities.pdf (66.09 KB)

Gambling Act 2005 application forms can be found on the Gambling Commission website by following this link.

Gambling Act 2005 Responsible Authorities.pdf (176.55 KB)

The Levelling Up and Regeneration Act 2023 makes permanent the provisions set out in Business and Planning Act 2020 that streamlined the process to allow businesses to secure pavement licences quickly. 
On 31 March 2024, the Government commenced the pavement licensing provisions laid out in the Levelling Up and Regeneration Act 2023. This permanent regime retains the key features of the 2020 process, intended to streamline processing and reduce costs, but also incorporates some changes to ensure the long-term sustainability of the model.
The purpose of the Act is to provide an easier and cheaper route for businesses such as cafes, restaurants and bars to secure a licence to place furniture on the highway. This will provide much needed income for businesses and protect as many hospitality jobs as possible, particularly during times of increasing living costs.

Who can apply for a licence?
Operators of businesses selling food and drink in Cannock Chase District premises that can apply include:
-    drinking establishments (pubs, wine bars)
-    premises that provide food or drink for consumption on or off the premises (restaurants, snack bars, coffee shops)
An applicant does not need a premises licence under the Licensing Act 2003 to apply for a pavement licence.
It is important to note that if an applicant has a licence to serve alcohol on the premises, temporary amendments to the Licensing Act 2003 will generally allow them to sell alcohol for consumption off the premises without needing to apply for a variation of their licence. This is in place until March 2025. 
The grant of a pavement licence only permits the placing of furniture on the highway adjacent to your premises. Other regulatory frameworks still apply - for example, you will need a premises licence to serve alcohol and a food business registration to serve food.

How much does a licence cost?
The application fee for a new Pavement Licence is £200*, which is valid for 2 years. 
A renewal application for existing licences is £200*. 
The fee is payable via phone 01543 462621 or online when submitting the application.
*please note that fees are subject to annual increases, in line with the Council’s fees and charges.

How do I apply for a licence?
Applications will only be accepted electronically.
To request an electronic version of the form email licensingunit@cannockchasedc.gov.uk.
Once your application has been submitted a public notice must be fixed to the premises, advertising to the public/interested parties that a pavement licence has been applied for.
This notice must remain in place for the duration of the consultation period which is 14 calendar days, beginning the day after the application has been submitted to Cannock Chase District Council. 
Once you have submitted your application you cannot increase the amount of furniture you put outside.
You must stay within the capacity stated and it must be proportionate to the size of your premise.
If changes are required, a new application will need to be made and consulted upon.

When will my licence be granted?
Providing we receive no objections from either the responsible authorities consulted (Police Licensing, Fire Service, Environmental Health or Staffordshire County Council Highways) or members of the public, at the end of the consultation period your licence will be issued. Cannock Chase District Council has a further 14 calendar days to determine your application. 
Various conditions will be applied to the licence which applicants must adhere to.

Need more information? 
Business and Planning Act 2020
Pavement Licences Draft Guidance
 

Pavement Licence information for Applicants .pdf (93.26 KB)

Pavement Licence Application Flowchart .pdf (79.02 KB)

Pavement Licence Application Form .pdf (214.73 KB)

Pavement Licence Terms & Conditions.pdf (275.92 KB)

Public Notice.pdf (98.64 KB)

Application form and conditions for those wishing to licence under the Hypnotism Act 1952.

https://www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk/sites/default/files/document-library/Hypnotism%20Act%201952%20App%20Form%202024%20CCDC_0.pdf

https://www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk/sites/default/files/document-library/Hypnotism%20Conditions%202024.pdf