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Want to serve food or drinks outside your premises on a public pavement? You’ll need a Pavement Licence to place tables and chairs on the pavement legally.
Want to serve food or drinks outside your premises on a public pavement? You’ll need a Pavement Licence to place tables and chairs on the pavement legally.
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A Pavement Licence allows you to place furniture like tables, chairs, or barriers on the pavement outside your business.
It’s a legal requirement if you want to serve customers outdoors on a public pavement.
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Yucatan Cafe
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Please list all the street furniture you wish to place on the pavement.
3 tables and 6 chairs
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About Pavement Licence
About Pavement Licence
What is a
Pavement Licence?
What is a
Pavement Licence?
What is a Premises Licence?
A Pavement Licence allows you to place furniture like tables, chairs, or barriers on the pavement outside your business.
It’s a legal requirement if you want to serve customers outdoors on a public pavement.
A Pavement Licence allows you to place furniture like tables, chairs, or barriers on the pavement outside your business.
It’s a legal requirement if you want to serve customers outdoors on a public pavement.
A Pavement Licence allows you to place furniture like tables, chairs, or barriers on the pavement outside your business.
It’s a legal requirement if you want to serve customers outdoors on a public pavement.
This licence is perfect for:
This licence is perfect for:
This licence is perfect for:
Cafés, restaurants, or pubs with outdoor space
Businesses wanting to increase capacity
Using public pavement for customer seating
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Pavement Licence Application
Key Information
Here’s what you need to know about the whole process
Key Information
Time for licence grant
4-5 weeks
Licence duration
6-24 months
Time to prepare documents
2-3 days
Barnab assistance fee
£400 + VAT
Council fee (location dependent)
£100-£500
What do you need to provide?
You need to gather the following documents for the application:
Requirements
Public Liability Insurance
A copy of a current certificate of insurance that covers public liability risks, to a minimum value of £5 million.
Photos of Street Furniture
Show what you’ll place outside — e.g. chairs, tables, barriers, plants and heaters. Photos can be taken from the internet if you haven’t purchased them yet.
Location Plan or Sketch
The sketch must show the dimensions of the area, layout and measurements of the tables and chairs, as well as the distance to the end of the pavement area (min 2 metres).
Landlord Consent Letter
If you don’t own the premises, you will need a short letter from your landlord giving permission to use the pavement. Template available in the portal.
How the process works
Step by step guide to get you through the application process.

Step 1 - Answer
Get the application
form ready via chat
Instead of long confusing forms, we guide you through a simple, conversational chat.

Step 2 - Upload
Submit supporting files to complete the application
We tell you which files you need to submit and review them.

Step 3 - Generate
Generate your
application pack
We generate your application forms and premises plan to make sure you are 100% ready for submission.
We have impactful numbers
Here’s what we’ve achieved for businesses just like yours - and we’re just getting started.
500+
Customers satisfied since launch
£1M
In costs saved for the applicants
350
Councils we work with
150%
Company growth
Other like you love us
Here’s what we’ve achieved for businesses just like yours - and we’re just getting started.
From the application to submission everything was flawless. We got our licence without hassle. I highly recommend Barnab. Thank you so much.
JS
Jennifer Smith
I had a great experience with Barnab. They took all the stress out of a process I had been dreading. Highly recommend them to anyone going through the application process.
SM
Sophie Morrison
From the application to submission everything was flawless. We got our licence without hassle. I highly recommend Barnab. Thank you so much.
TF
Tobias Farrow
I can’t recommend Barnab highly enough. Our application approved in just a few weeks, with full support and guidance throughout. Super efficient, cost-effective, and seamless.
PM
Paolo M.
Frequently Asked Questions
Something’s not clear? You will find an answer below!
FAQ
Do I need a pavement licence to put chairs outside my café?
Yes. If your furniture is on a public highway or pavement, you must have a valid Pavement Licence.
How long does it take to prepare my application?
What’s the council’s fee?
What if I haven’t bought the furniture yet?
How should I draw the layout?
What happens after I submit the application?
Do I need landlord permission?
How long is a Pavement Licence valid for?
Can I renew my Pavement licence?
Choose plan
Pavement Licence Application
If you are a cafe, bar or a restaurant and you want to place furniture on the pavement.
Personal Licence Application
If you are looking to be responsible for alcohol sales in a business.
Personal & Premises Licence Application
For business owners who need to sell alcohol. We handle your personal and premises licence applications.
Total
£400
+ VAT
No complicated forms
100% accurate and hassle-free
Ready to Get Your Licence?
No confusing forms. No wasted time. Just a quick chat and you're on your way to being licensed.

Pavement Licence Application
Key Information
Here’s what you need to know about the whole process
Key Information
Time for licence grant
4-5 weeks
Licence duration
6-24 months
Time to prepare documents
2-3 days
Barnab assistance fee
£400 + VAT
Council fee (location dependent)
£100-£500
What do you need to provide?
You need to gather the following documents for the application:
Requirements
Public Liability Insurance
A copy of a current certificate of insurance that covers public liability risks, to a minimum value of £5 million.
Photos of Street Furniture
Show what you’ll place outside — e.g. chairs, tables, barriers, plants and heaters. Photos can be taken from the internet if you haven’t purchased them yet.
Location Plan or Sketch
The sketch must show the dimensions of the area, layout and measurements of the tables and chairs, as well as the distance to the end of the pavement area (min 2 metres).
Landlord Consent Letter
If you don’t own the premises, you will need a short letter from your landlord giving permission to use the pavement. Template available in the portal.
How the process works
Step by step guide to get you through the application process.

Step 1 - Answer
Get the application
form ready via chat
Instead of long confusing forms, we guide you through a simple, conversational chat.

Step 2 - Upload
Submit supporting files to complete the application
We tell you which files you need to submit and review them.

Step 3 - Generate
Generate your
application pack
We generate your application forms and premises plan to make sure you are 100% ready for submission.
We have impactful numbers
Here’s what we’ve achieved for businesses just like yours - and we’re just getting started.
500+
Customers satisfied since launch
£1M
In costs saved for the applicants
350
Councils we work with
150%
Company growth
Other like you love us
Here’s what we’ve achieved for businesses just like yours - and we’re just getting started.
From the application to submission everything was flawless. We got our licence without hassle. I highly recommend Barnab. Thank you so much.
JS
Jennifer Smith
I had a great experience with Barnab. They took all the stress out of a process I had been dreading. Highly recommend them to anyone going through the application process.
SM
Sophie Morrison
From the application to submission everything was flawless. We got our licence without hassle. I highly recommend Barnab. Thank you so much.
TF
Tobias Farrow
I can’t recommend Barnab highly enough. Our application approved in just a few weeks, with full support and guidance throughout. Super efficient, cost-effective, and seamless.
PM
Paolo M.
Frequently Asked Questions
Something’s not clear? You will find an answer below!
FAQ
Do I need a pavement licence to put chairs outside my café?
Yes. If your furniture is on a public highway or pavement, you must have a valid Pavement Licence.
How long does it take to prepare my application?
What’s the council’s fee?
What if I haven’t bought the furniture yet?
How should I draw the layout?
What happens after I submit the application?
Do I need landlord permission?
How long is a Pavement Licence valid for?
Can I renew my Pavement licence?
Choose plan
Pavement Licence Application
Description goes here
Personal Licence Application
If you are looking to be responsible for alcohol sales in a business.
Personal & Premises Licence Application
For business owners who need to sell alcohol. We handle your personal and premises licence applications.
Total
£400
+ VAT
Ready to Get Your Licence?
No confusing forms. No wasted time. Just a quick chat and you're on your way to being licensed.
Pavement Licence Application
Key Information
Here’s what you need to know about the whole process
Key Information
Time for licence grant
4-5 weeks
Licence duration
6-24 months
Time to prepare documents
2-3 days
Barnab assistance fee
£400 + VAT
Council fee (location dependent)
£100-£500
What do you need to provide?
You need to gather the following documents for the application:
Requirements
Public Liability Insurance
A copy of a current certificate of insurance that covers public liability risks, to a minimum value of £5 million.
Photos of Street Furniture
Show what you’ll place outside — e.g. chairs, tables, barriers, plants and heaters. Photos can be taken from the internet if you haven’t purchased them yet.
Location Plan or Sketch
The sketch must show the dimensions of the area, layout and measurements of the tables and chairs, as well as the distance to the end of the pavement area (min 2 metres).
Landlord Consent Letter
If you don’t own the premises, you will need a short letter from your landlord giving permission to use the pavement. Template available in the portal.
How the process works
Step by step guide to get you through the application process.

Step 1 - Answer
Get the application
form ready via chat
Instead of long confusing forms, we guide you through a simple, conversational chat.

Step 2 - Upload
Submit supporting files to complete the application
We tell you which files you need to submit and review them.

Step 3 - Generate
Generate your
application pack
We generate your application forms and premises plan to make sure you are 100% ready for submission.
We have impactful numbers
Here’s what we’ve achieved for businesses just like yours - and we’re just getting started.
500+
Customers satisfied since launch
£1M
In costs saved for the applicants
350
Councils we work with
150%
Company growth
Other like you love us
Here’s what we’ve achieved for businesses just like yours - and we’re just getting started.
From the application to submission everything was flawless. We got our licence without hassle. I highly recommend Barnab. Thank you so much.
JS
Jennifer Smith
I had a great experience with Barnab. They took all the stress out of a process I had been dreading. Highly recommend them to anyone going through the application process.
SM
Sophie Morrison
From the application to submission everything was flawless. We got our licence without hassle. I highly recommend Barnab. Thank you so much.
TF
Tobias Farrow
I can’t recommend Barnab highly enough. Our application approved in just a few weeks, with full support and guidance throughout. Super efficient, cost-effective, and seamless.
PM
Paolo M.
Frequently Asked Questions
Something’s not clear? You will find an answer below!
FAQ
Do I need a pavement licence to put chairs outside my café?
Yes. If your furniture is on a public highway or pavement, you must have a valid Pavement Licence.
How long does it take to prepare my application?
What’s the council’s fee?
What if I haven’t bought the furniture yet?
How should I draw the layout?
What happens after I submit the application?
Do I need landlord permission?
How long is a Pavement Licence valid for?
Can I renew my Pavement licence?
Choose plan
Pavement Licence Application
Description goes here
Personal Licence Application
If you are looking to be responsible for alcohol sales in a business.
Personal & Premises Licence Application
For business owners who need to sell alcohol. We handle your personal and premises licence applications.
Total
£400
+ VAT
Ready to Get Your Licence?
No confusing forms. No wasted time. Just a quick chat and you're on your way to being licensed.
Pavement Licence Application
Key Information
Here’s what you need to know about the whole process
Key Information
Time for licence grant
4-5 weeks
Licence duration
6-24 months
Time to prepare documents
2-3 days
Barnab assistance fee
£400 + VAT
Council fee (location dependent)
£100-£500
What do you need to provide?
You need to gather the following documents for the application:
Requirements
Public Liability Insurance
A copy of a current certificate of insurance that covers public liability risks, to a minimum value of £5 million.
Photos of Street Furniture
Show what you’ll place outside — e.g. chairs, tables, barriers, plants and heaters. Photos can be taken from the internet if you haven’t purchased them yet.
Location Plan or Sketch
The sketch must show the dimensions of the area, layout and measurements of the tables and chairs, as well as the distance to the end of the pavement area (min 2 metres).
Landlord Consent Letter
If you don’t own the premises, you will need a short letter from your landlord giving permission to use the pavement. Template available in the portal.
How the process works
Step by step guide to get you through the application process.

Step 1 - Answer
Get the application
form ready via chat
Instead of long confusing forms, we guide you through a simple, conversational chat.

Step 2 - Upload
Submit supporting files to complete the application
We tell you which files you need to submit and review them.

Step 3 - Generate
Generate your
application pack
We generate your application forms and premises plan to make sure you are 100% ready for submission.
We have impactful numbers
Here’s what we’ve achieved for businesses just like yours - and we’re just getting started.
500+
Customers satisfied since launch
£1M
In costs saved for the applicants
350
Councils we work with
150%
Company growth
Other like you love us
Here’s what we’ve achieved for businesses just like yours - and we’re just getting started.
From the application to submission everything was flawless. We got our licence without hassle. I highly recommend Barnab. Thank you so much.
JS
Jennifer Smith
I had a great experience with Barnab. They took all the stress out of a process I had been dreading. Highly recommend them to anyone going through the application process.
SM
Sophie Morrison
From the application to submission everything was flawless. We got our licence without hassle. I highly recommend Barnab. Thank you so much.
TF
Tobias Farrow
I can’t recommend Barnab highly enough. Our application approved in just a few weeks, with full support and guidance throughout. Super efficient, cost-effective, and seamless.
PM
Paolo M.
Frequently Asked Questions
Something’s not clear? You will find an answer below!
FAQ
Do I need a pavement licence to put chairs outside my café?
Yes. If your furniture is on a public highway or pavement, you must have a valid Pavement Licence.
How long does it take to prepare my application?
What’s the council’s fee?
What if I haven’t bought the furniture yet?
How should I draw the layout?
What happens after I submit the application?
Do I need landlord permission?
How long is a Pavement Licence valid for?
Can I renew my Pavement licence?
Choose plan
Pavement Licence Application
If you are a cafe, bar or a restaurant and you want to place furniture on the pavement.
Personal Licence Application
If you are looking to be responsible for alcohol sales in a business.
Personal & Premises Licence Application
For business owners who need to sell alcohol. We handle your personal and premises licence applications.
Total
£400
+ VAT
No complicated forms
100% accurate and hassle-free
Ready to Get Your Licence?
No confusing forms. No wasted time. Just a quick chat and you're on your way to being licensed.

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