If you require confirmation that a premises would be granted a premises licence on completion of building works, you can apply for a provisional statement.

If a premises is under construction, being substantially altered or acquire a right to occupy, you can apply for a provisional statement. 

Activities that need to be licenced include: 

• the sale by retail of alcohol
• the supply of alcohol by or on behalf of a club to, or to the order of, a member of the club,
• the provision of regulated entertainment, and
• the provision of late-night refreshment

Regulated entertainment under the Licensing Act 2003 includes:

• performances of plays
• film screenings
• indoor sports events
• boxing or wrestling shows
• live music performances
• playing recorded music
• dance performances
• entertainment similar to live music, recorded music, or dance performances

The policy gives information and guidance to those applying for a license, current license holders, and responsible authorities. It explains how we review applications and the standards we expect. 

How to apply

• you must be 18 years of age or older
• submit an application form, fee and a scaled plan of the premises

To do this, you need to:

1. Display a public notice at the premises for 28 consecutive days from the day after the application is accepted.
2. Place an advert in a local newspaper within 10 working days from the day after the application is accepted. 

Payment

The fee for the application for a provisional statement of £315.