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Notice of intention to apply for a zoo licence
Notice of intention to apply for a zoo licence (two months after intention to apply form is received by local authority)
Application to renew a zoo licence
Application to transfer a zoo licence
or you can download and complete the application form and return it to us:
New licence fee £2415.00 (four year licence)
Renewal fee £2070.00 (six year licence)
Secretary of State appointed inspectors fees will also apply. All fees must be paid in full prior to the issue of a zoo licence.
On the 12 September 2018 the Council's Licensing Committee approved an updated Animal Welfare Licensing Policy to assist all parties involved in this important area of regulation. Applicants and existing licence holders should refer to this document as it provides a great deal of useful information including the standards expected of a modern animal welfare establishment.