FAQs

It is important to note the different roles the Licensing Authority and the Planning Authority play in the administration of the legislation when commenting on the Licensing Act policy document.

The Planning Authority’s role relates to the granting of planning permission which deals with permissions under their own legislation and any local plans which can reduce issues like clustering.  This legislation is separate to the Licensing Act 2003 and is not within scope of this consultation.

Sheffield City Council as the Licensing Authority has a duty under the Licensing Act legislation to licence premises and events in their area where licensable activities are to take place. They must also licence individuals to authorise alcohol sales within such premises.  Decisions by the Licensing Authority must be made in accordance with the Four Core Licensing Objectives.

In scope for change:

• Any details in the policy document, particularly any local principles/policy set by us which is generally detailed in the blue shaded box’s 
• We can take into account any additional city strategies and plans 

Out of scope:

• Planning issues/permission – this is dealt by the Planning Department
• Setting limits on the number or type of licensed premises
• Removing sections from the policy which is set out in the Section 182 Guidance.