How to apply
Please complete the application form and return with the Licence fees to the Licensing Unit.
Planning requirements
Before you apply for a Petshop Licence, check your premises has planning permissions to operate the business.
For advice and guidance, contact Planning Services:
- Telephone: 01422 392237
- Email: town.planning@calderdale.gov.uk
Guidance
Consideration upon application
Local Authorities must have regard to the following when considering an application for a pet shop licence:
Will tacit authorisation apply?
No.
What happens next?
An authorised officer will visit the pet shop. this is to make sure that conditions are being complied with in regard to:
- isolation;
- quarantine;
- food preparation;
- water feeding;
- and accommodation.
The Licensing Unit will advise you whether your application has been approved.
Licences
You should make an application to renew an existing licence two months before the licence expiry date. An authorised officer will inspect your premises before your licence is renewed.
Any comments that you wish to make in respect of these conditions should be sent by email or post to:
Licensing, The Licensing Unit, Calderdale MBC:
- Address: Town Hall, Halifax. HX1 1UJ.
- Phone: (01422) 393001, 393002 or 393131.
- Email: licensing@calderdale.gov.uk.