Caravans and mobile homes
To run a caravan and camping site, you require a licence from the local authority. There is no fee associated with this licence at this time and it continues in force until varied or the site ceases.
Conditions may be attached to the licence to cover any of the following:
- Restricting when caravans can be on the site for habitation or restricting the number of caravan on the site
- Controlling the types of caravans there position or regulating the use of structures and vehicles including tents
- Ensuring steps ate taken to enhance the land, fire safety controls and ensuring sanitary and other facilities are maintained.
Am I eligible?
An applicant must be entitled to use the land for a site. Licences will not be issued to applicants who have had a site licence revoked within three years of the current application.
Regulation summary
Detailed information about how to apply for a caravan site licence.
How will my application be evaluated?
Applications for site licences are made to the local authority. Officers will contact the applicant and make inspection visits to the site prior to any licence being granted. Conditions may be placed on any licence granted by the authority.
Apply online
Please note: to apply for this licence you will have to register on the Government Gateway first.
Application form
What happens next?
Once your application form has been received an inspection of the premises will be undertaken before the licence is issued.
What if my application is refused?
Please contact the licensing service in the first instance. An appeal against the grant can be made to the local Magistrates Court.
Consumer complaints
We would always advise that in the event of a complaint the first point of contact should be made with the service provider (The Council). If this has not worked and you are located in the UK then contact Consumer Direct. If you are outside the UK contact the UK European Consumer Centre.
Register
See the Public licence register
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