Sex establishments are required to be licensed with the Local Authority under the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1982.
A sex establishment means either:
- a sex shop: a premises used for business which consists to a significant degree of selling sex articles
- a sex cinema: any premises used to a significant degree to show films which are concerned primarily with, or relate to, or are intended to stimulate sexual activity
- a sexual entertainment venue: a premises where a live display or performance of nudity takes place in front of a live audience for the financial gain of the organiser or the performer
Make an application
Read our policy, then complete the form:
An application will involve:
- a notice advertising the application in the local press
- a notice displayed outside the premises for a specific time period to give the public the opportunity to object to the application
- copying the application to the Police
Fees and charges| Service | Fee |
|---|
| Initial application, transfer or variation | £2,500 |
| Renewal | £2,500 |
| Renewal where no objections or sub-committee hearing necessary | £2,500 (less refund of £2,200) |
| Change of licence details | £150 |
For further information, email envhealth@elmbridge.gov.uk.
