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−	~~= Introduction =~~	+	#redirect:[[Licensing_buildings\|Licensing buildings]]
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−	~~Some buildings by their nature require special licenses to be permitted to operate, for example to ensure that health and safety standards are adhered to.~~	+
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−	The following is a selective list of some of the licences that may be required. It is important to remember that the governments of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland may differ in their approach to each. Clarification from the local council may be required.	+
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−	~~= House in multiple occupation (HMO) licence =~~	+
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−	An HMO is generally rented out to at least three people from different households but who share facilities such as bathrooms, kitchens, living rooms etc. In England and Wales, landlords should check with their respective councils to confirm whether a license is needed: ~~a license will be needed if the HMO is large. ‘Large’ is confirmed if all of the following apply:~~	+
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−	* Rented to five or more people who form more than one household, and	+
−	* Some or all tenants share toilet, bathroom or kitchen facilities, and	+
−	* At least one tenant pays rent (or their employer pays it for them).	+
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−	~~Smaller properties rented to fewer people may also need licenses so landlords should check in all cases with their local authority. Once granted, the license will be valid for five years.~~	+
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−	~~Further details from~~ [~~https://www.gov.uk/house-in-multiple-occupation-licence https://www.gov.uk/house-in-multiple-occupation-licence]~~	+
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−	~~= Road occupation licence for building work (England and Wales) =~~	+
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−	This will be required when a company wants to dig up the road, or alter, add to or remove the services that are in it. Precautions that must be taken include ensuring that any works are properly fenced off and are lit during the hours of darkness. Road occupation licenses are available from local councils.	+
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−	~~Further information from~~ [~~https://www.gov.uk/road-occupation-licence-for-building-work https://www.gov.uk/road-occupation-licence-for-building-work~~]	+
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−	~~= Skip licence (skip permit) England and Wales =~~	+
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−	A skip is typically a large, deep, heavy metal container for disposing of building materials, rubbish and other unwanted items. A 'hippo bag' can also be used and is made of reinforced material which is relatively light when empty although with a lower capacity than a skip. Both will require a license from the council if they are to be put on a public road, eg outside a house. A licence is not required if the skip/hippo bag is to be situated on a private driveway or other private land.	+
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−	Safety lights and markings (eg traffic cones) may be required to avoid vehicle collisions at night. If these are omitted, it can lead to a significant fine. Skip licences are often obtained by skip hire companies but in some areas, they will have to be obtained by individuals and small builders.	+
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−	~~Precise rules can be obtained from the local council.~~	+
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−	~~Further information from [https://www.gov.uk/apply-skip-permit https://www.gov.uk/apply-skip-permit~~]	+
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−	~~= Temporary Events Notice (England and Wales) =~~	+
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−	In England and Wales, a Temporary Event Notice (TEN) from the local council is required for ‘licensable activity’ on unlicensed premises. Only individuals can apply, not organisations, and a fee is payable.	+
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−	~~A TEN is required for events that include selling alcohol, providing musical entertainment, dancing or indoor sporting events such as darts, bowling etc. Restrictions include:~~	+
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−	~~Further details from [https://www.gov.uk/temporary-events-notice https://www.gov.uk/temporary-events-notice]~~	+
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−	~~= Street collection licence (England & Wales) =~~	+
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−	This may be required if money is to be collected or items sold on the street for charity. As well as streets, the requirements also include collecting money in public areas eg car parks and shop doorways. A license is not required if the aforementioned activities are undertaken as part of a business. Unlicensed money collection for charity can result in fines of £200.	+
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−	~~Further details from [https://www.gov.uk/street-collection-licence https://www.gov.uk/street-collection-licence]~~	+
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−	~~= House to house collection licence (England and Wales) =~~	+
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−	Small charities or local groups wanting to collect money or goods that are intended for subsequent resale to help charity must have a license from the local council. Failing to do so can result in a fine up to £1,000 and/or six months in prison. A house-to-house collection license can be applied for from a local council and may be valid for up to a year.	+
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−	~~Further details from [https://www.gov.uk/house-to-house-collection-licence https://www.gov.uk/house-to-house-collection-licence]~~	+
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−	~~See also:~~	+
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−	* License to alter	+
−	* Protected species license	+
−	* Street works license	+
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−	~~= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =~~	+
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−	* Community right to bid.	+
−	* Community right to build.	+
−	* Local development order.	+
−	* Localism Act.	+
−	* National Planning Policy Framework.	+
−	* Neighbourhood planning.	+
−	* Planning appeal.	+
−	* Planning objection.	+
−	* Planning permission.	+
−	* Sustainability.	+

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Designing Buildings at 10:26, 13 September 2019

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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =

−	Some buildings by their ~~very~~ nature require special licenses~~. This is often due~~ to ~~the UK government wanting~~ to ensure that health and safety standards are adhered to. The following building types and functions often require a special license. It is important to remember that the governments of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland may differ in their approach to each. Clarification from the local council may be required.	+	Some buildings by their nature require special licenses to be permitted to operate, for example to ensure that health and safety standards are adhered to.

−	The following is a selective list of some of the licences that may be required.	+	The following is a selective list of some of the licences that may be required. It is important to remember that the governments of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland may differ in their approach to each. Clarification from the local council may be required.

	= House in multiple occupation (HMO) licence =		= House in multiple occupation (HMO) licence =

−	An HMO is generally rented out to at least three people from different households but who share facilities such as bathrooms, kitchens, living rooms etc. In England and Wales, landlords should check with their respective councils if a license is needed: a license will be needed if the HMO is large. ‘Large’ is confirmed if all of the following apply:	+	An HMO is generally rented out to at least three people from different households but who share facilities such as bathrooms, kitchens, living rooms etc. In England and Wales, landlords should check with their respective councils to confirm whether a license is needed: a license will be needed if the HMO is large. ‘Large’ is confirmed if all of the following apply:

	* Rented to five or more people who form more than one household, and		* Rented to five or more people who form more than one household, and
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	Further details from [https://www.gov.uk/house-in-multiple-occupation-licence https://www.gov.uk/house-in-multiple-occupation-licence]		Further details from [https://www.gov.uk/house-in-multiple-occupation-licence https://www.gov.uk/house-in-multiple-occupation-licence]
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−	~~= House to house collection licence (England and Wales) =~~
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−	Small charities or local groups (eg boy scouts, girl guides, etc) wanting to collect money or goods that are intended for subsequent resale to help charity must have a license from the local council. Failing to do so can result in a fine up to £1,000 and/or six months in prison. A house-to-house collection license can be applied for from a local council and may be valid for up to a year.
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−	~~Further details from [https://www.gov.uk/house-to-house-collection-licence https://www.gov.uk/house-to-house-collection-licence]~~

	= Road occupation licence for building work (England and Wales) =		= Road occupation licence for building work (England and Wales) =
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	= Skip licence (skip permit) England and Wales =		= Skip licence (skip permit) England and Wales =

−	A skip is typically a large, deep, heavy metal container for disposing of building materials, rubbish and other unwanted items. A hippo bag can also be used and is made of reinforced material which is relatively light when empty although with a lower capacity than a skip. Both will require a license from the council if they are to be put on a public road, eg outside a house. A licence is not required if the skip/hippo bag is to be situated on a private driveway or other private land.	+	A skip is typically a large, deep, heavy metal container for disposing of building materials, rubbish and other unwanted items. A 'hippo bag' can also be used and is made of reinforced material which is relatively light when empty although with a lower capacity than a skip. Both will require a license from the council if they are to be put on a public road, eg outside a house. A licence is not required if the skip/hippo bag is to be situated on a private driveway or other private land.

−	Safety lights and markings (eg traffic cones) may be required to avoid vehicle collisions at night. If these are omitted, it can lead to a fine ~~of up to £1,000~~. Skip licences are often obtained by skip hire companies but in some areas, they will have to be obtained by individuals and small builders.	+	Safety lights and markings (eg traffic cones) may be required to avoid vehicle collisions at night. If these are omitted, it can lead to a significant fine. Skip licences are often obtained by skip hire companies but in some areas, they will have to be obtained by individuals and small builders.

	Precise rules can be obtained from the local council.		Precise rules can be obtained from the local council.
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	= Temporary Events Notice (England and Wales) =		= Temporary Events Notice (England and Wales) =

−	In England and Wales, a Temporary Event Notice (TEN) from the local council is required for ‘licensable activity’ on unlicensed premises. Only individuals can apply, not organisations, and a fee ~~of £21~~ is ~~required for each TEN~~.	+	In England and Wales, a Temporary Event Notice (TEN) from the local council is required for ‘licensable activity’ on unlicensed premises. Only individuals can apply, not organisations, and a fee is payable.

	A TEN is required for events that include selling alcohol, providing musical entertainment, dancing or indoor sporting events such as darts, bowling etc. Restrictions include:		A TEN is required for events that include selling alcohol, providing musical entertainment, dancing or indoor sporting events such as darts, bowling etc. Restrictions include:
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−	* No more than 500 people at all times, including staff
−	* Of no more than seven days (168 hours) duration.

	Further details from [https://www.gov.uk/temporary-events-notice https://www.gov.uk/temporary-events-notice]		Further details from [https://www.gov.uk/temporary-events-notice https://www.gov.uk/temporary-events-notice]
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	Further details from [https://www.gov.uk/street-collection-licence https://www.gov.uk/street-collection-licence]		Further details from [https://www.gov.uk/street-collection-licence https://www.gov.uk/street-collection-licence]
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		+	= House to house collection licence (England and Wales) =
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		+	Small charities or local groups wanting to collect money or goods that are intended for subsequent resale to help charity must have a license from the local council. Failing to do so can result in a fine up to £1,000 and/or six months in prison. A house-to-house collection license can be applied for from a local council and may be valid for up to a year.
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		+	Further details from [https://www.gov.uk/house-to-house-collection-licence https://www.gov.uk/house-to-house-collection-licence]
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		+	See also:
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		+	* License to alter
		+	* Protected species license
		+	* Street works license

	= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =		= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =

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−	Some buildings by their very nature require special licenses. This is often due to the UK government wanting to ensure that health and safety standards are adhered to. The following building types and functions often require a special license. It is important to remember that the governments of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland may differ in their approach to each. Clarification from the local council may be required. The following is a list of some of the licences that ~~will~~ be required.	+	= Introduction =
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		+	Some buildings by their very nature require special licenses. This is often due to the UK government wanting to ensure that health and safety standards are adhered to. The following building types and functions often require a special license. It is important to remember that the governments of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland may differ in their approach to each. Clarification from the local council may be required.
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		+	The following is a selective list of some of the licences that may be required.

	= House in multiple occupation (HMO) licence =		= House in multiple occupation (HMO) licence =

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Some buildings by their very nature require special licenses. This is often due to the UK government wanting to ensure that health and safety standards are adhered to. The following building types and functions often require a special license. It is important to remember that the governments of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland may differ in their approach to each. Clarification from the local council may be required. The following is a list of some of the licences that will be required.

= House in multiple occupation (HMO) licence =

An HMO is generally rented out to at least three people from different households but who share facilities such as bathrooms, kitchens, living rooms etc. In England and Wales, landlords should check with their respective councils if a license is needed: a license will be needed if the HMO is large. ‘Large’ is confirmed if all of the following apply:

* Rented to five or more people who form more than one household, and
* Some or all tenants share toilet, bathroom or kitchen facilities, and
* At least one tenant pays rent (or their employer pays it for them).

Smaller properties rented to fewer people may also need licenses so landlords should check in all cases with their local authority. Once granted, the license will be valid for five years.

Further details from [https://www.gov.uk/house-in-multiple-occupation-licence https://www.gov.uk/house-in-multiple-occupation-licence]

= House to house collection licence (England and Wales) =

Small charities or local groups (eg boy scouts, girl guides, etc) wanting to collect money or goods that are intended for subsequent resale to help charity must have a license from the local council. Failing to do so can result in a fine up to £1,000 and/or six months in prison. A house-to-house collection license can be applied for from a local council and may be valid for up to a year.

Further details from [https://www.gov.uk/house-to-house-collection-licence https://www.gov.uk/house-to-house-collection-licence]

= Road occupation licence for building work (England and Wales) =

This will be required when a company wants to dig up the road, or alter, add to or remove the services that are in it. Precautions that must be taken include ensuring that any works are properly fenced off and are lit during the hours of darkness. Road occupation licenses are available from local councils.

Further information from [https://www.gov.uk/road-occupation-licence-for-building-work https://www.gov.uk/road-occupation-licence-for-building-work]

= Skip licence (skip permit) England and Wales =

A skip is typically a large, deep, heavy metal container for disposing of building materials, rubbish and other unwanted items. A hippo bag can also be used and is made of reinforced material which is relatively light when empty although with a lower capacity than a skip. Both will require a license from the council if they are to be put on a public road, eg outside a house. A licence is not required if the skip/hippo bag is to be situated on a private driveway or other private land.

Safety lights and markings (eg traffic cones) may be required to avoid vehicle collisions at night. If these are omitted, it can lead to a fine of up to £1,000. Skip licences are often obtained by skip hire companies but in some areas, they will have to be obtained by individuals and small builders.

Precise rules can be obtained from the local council.

Further information from [https://www.gov.uk/apply-skip-permit https://www.gov.uk/apply-skip-permit]

= Temporary Events Notice (England and Wales) =

In England and Wales, a Temporary Event Notice (TEN) from the local council is required for ‘licensable activity’ on unlicensed premises. Only individuals can apply, not organisations, and a fee of £21 is required for each TEN.

A TEN is required for events that include selling alcohol, providing musical entertainment, dancing or indoor sporting events such as darts, bowling etc. Restrictions include:

* No more than 500 people at all times, including staff
* Of no more than seven days (168 hours) duration.

Further details from [https://www.gov.uk/temporary-events-notice https://www.gov.uk/temporary-events-notice]

= Street collection licence (England & Wales) =

This may be required if money is to be collected or items sold on the street for charity. As well as streets, the requirements also include collecting money in public areas eg car parks and shop doorways. A license is not required if the aforementioned activities are undertaken as part of a business. Unlicensed money collection for charity can result in fines of £200.

Further details from [https://www.gov.uk/street-collection-licence https://www.gov.uk/street-collection-licence]

= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =

* Community right to bid.
* Community right to build.
* Local development order.
* Localism Act.
* National Planning Policy Framework.
* Neighbourhood planning.
* Planning appeal.
* Planning objection.
* Planning permission.
* Sustainability.

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