Temporary street cafe licence

The government has extended the legislation to allow businesses to apply for a temporary pavement cafe which will be valid until 30 September 2022.

New applicants

Any new applications (where a licence is not currently in force) will be required to submit the following documentation as part of the application:

• A plan – see information at the bottom of the page for what is acceptable.
• Pictures of the tables/chairs/barriers and any other furniture intended to be used – please read the standard conditions which state what is acceptable in terms of design etc.
• Public Liability Insurance to a minimum cover of £5 million.
• The application fee is £100.

Please use the quick link above to apply.

Once a valid application is received your application will be consulted upon and you will be required to display a public notice which will be emailed to you to complete and put up on your premises for a specified amount of time.

We will also notify any person that may be materially affected if a pavement café were to be granted.

Once the period for objections has ended – if no objections are received your application will be approved and a licence granted.

If objections are received, then these will be considered by the Enforcement Team Manager and a decision taken whether to grant or refuse the application and whether any additional specific conditions may be attached to any issued licence. They may also amend the hours/days that has been applied for if they deem it appropriate to do so.

Have a question?

Please contact licensing@leicester.gov.uk for further information.