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:
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sex shop - a premises used for business which consists to a significant degree of selling sex articles
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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
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sexual entertainment venue - a premises where a live display/performance of nudity takes place in front of a live audience for the financial gain of the organiser or the performer.
To make an application:
An application will involve:
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a notice advertising the application in the local press
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a notice displayed outside the premises for a specific time period to give the public the opportunity to object to the application
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copying the application to the Police
Fees and charges
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initial application, transfer or variation - £2,500
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renewal - £2,500
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renewal where no objections or sub-committee hearing necessary - £2,500 (less refund of £2,200)
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change of licence details - £150
Further information, please email envhealth@elmbridge.gov.uk
