Apply for a minor variation of a premises licence

You need to apply for a minor variation of a premises licence if the changes do not impact adversely on the 4 licensing objectives.

These changes could include:

• Minor changes to the structure or the layout of the premises
• Small adjustments to your licensing hours
• Removing out of date, irrelevant or unenforceable conditions and the addition of volunteered conditions
• Adding licensable activities excluding sale by retail of alcohol

Restrictions

You must be 18 or over to apply for a minor variation of a premises licence.

Displaying your licence

Part A of the updated licence should be kept safely at the premises. Police or council officers can ask to inspect them at any time.

You must display the updated Part B, the licence summary, at your premises where it can be easily seen.

Downloadable documents

Licensing Acts 2003 guidance notes (PDF, 1 MB)

Application for a minor variation of a premises licence form (Word doc, 98 KB)

Application for a minor variation of a premises licence form (PDF, 263 KB)

Public Notice Regulation 26A Eastbourne Borough Council (Word doc, 15 KB)

Public Notice Regulation 26A Eastbourne Borough Council (PDF, 58 KB)

Public Notice Regulation 26A Lewes District Council (Word doc, 15 KB)

Public Notice Regulation 26A Lewes District Council (PDF, 58 KB)

Statement of Licensing Policy 2024/2029 Eastbourne Borough Council (PDF, 453 KB)

Statement of Licensing Policy 2022/2027 Lewes District Council (PDF, 169 KB)

Apply for a minor variation of a premises licence

You'll need to provide copies of the following:

• Application for a minor variation of a premises licence
• Copy of premises licence
• Premises plan (if applicable)

Complete the application and then click on link below.

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You will be taken to the online portal where you can upload the documents and pay the fee of £89.00.