What is a Notification of Interest?
Under Section 178 of the Licensing Act 2003, anyone with a qualifying legal interest in a licensed premises may formally notify the licensing authority that they wish to be informed of any changes or applications relating to that premises.
Once registered, the authority will:
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record the interest
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send confirmation, and
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notify you of any future applications or changes affecting that premises.
Who can register an interest?
You may apply if you have any of the following legal interests:
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freeholder or leaseholder of the premises
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mortgagee (legal mortgage holder)
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legal right to occupy the premises
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any other prescribed legal interest.
What you will be notified about
Once your interest is logged, you will receive notifications relating to:
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new premises licence applications
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variations to existing licences
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transfers of licences
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reviews
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notification if a licence lapses or is surrendered.
How to apply
You must apply using our online portal. You first need to register to obtain an account.
View 'How to create a portal account' guidance notes [PDF, 0.3MB].
During the application process, you need to provide:
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proof of your qualifying interest
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pay the required fee of £21.
Validity and renewal
A Notification of Interest is valid for 12 months from the date of receipt.
After this period, you may submit a new notification if you wish to continue receiving updates.