Licensing Consultations
We want to know what you think about a wide range of proposals, reviews and decisions that affect you. Taking part in our consultations lets you have your say about the issues that matter to you.
Open Consultations
Time limited premises licence application for TOTFEST 2027, Hertfordshire Showground- Closes 26/08/2026 Toggle accordion
The Licensing Authority is in receipt of a new time limited premises licence application for TOTFEST 2027, Hertfordshire Showground, The Showground, Dunstable Road, Redbourn, AL3 7PT on 01/07/2027-31/07/2027.
The application seeks to allow the following:
| Licensable activity | Hours applied for |
| Provision of regulated entertainment | Plays Sat-Sun – 09:00-18:00 Films Sat-Sun – 09:00-18:00 Live Music Sat-Sun – 09:00-18:00 Recorded Music Sat-Sun – 09:00-18:00 Performances of Dance Sat-Sun – 09:00-18:00
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If you would like to make a representation, please send it to licensing@stalbans.gov.uk by 26/08/2026
Guidance on how to make a valid representation can be found on our website at https://www.stalbans.gov.uk/alcohol-and-entertainment-licences, please note any representations are published in the public domain.
Time limited premises licence application for Petrolheadonism Live, Hertfordshire Showground- Closes 03/09/2026 Toggle accordion
The Licensing Authority is in receipt of a new time limited premises licence application for Petrolheadonism Live, Hertfordshire Showground, The Showground, Dunstable Road, Redbourn, AL3 7PT on 19/09/2026.
The application seeks to allow the following:
| Licensable activity | Hours applied for |
| Provision of regulated entertainment | Live Music 10:00 – 23:00 Recorded Music 10:00 – 23:00 Performances of dance 19:00 – 23:00 |
| Supply of alcohol | 10:00 – 22:30 |
If you would like to make a representation, please send it to licensing@stalbans.gov.uk by 03/09/2026.
Guidance on how to make a valid representation can be found on our website at https://www.stalbans.gov.uk/alcohol-and-entertainment-licences, please note any representations are published in the public domain.
New premises licence for 7 Sutton Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 5JQ – ends 01/09/2026 Toggle accordion
The Licensing Authority is in receipt of a new premises licence for 7 Sutton Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 5JQ.
The application seeks to allow the following:
| Licensable activity | Hours applied for |
| Provision of late night refreshment | Mon-Sun 23:00-02:00 |
If you would like to make a representation, please send it to licensing@stalbans.gov.uk by 01/09/2026.
Guidance on how to make a valid representation can be found on our website at https://www.stalbans.gov.uk/alcohol-and-entertainment-licences, please note any representations are published in the public domain.
New premises licence application for 6 Piggottshill Lane, Harpenden AL51LH – Closes 07/09/2026 Toggle accordion
The Licensing Authority is in receipt of a new premises licence application for 6 Piggottshill Lane, Harpenden AL51LH
The application seeks to allow the following:
| Licensable activity | Hours applied for |
| Supply of Alcohol (on and off sales) | Mon-Sun 11:30-22:30 |
If you would like to make a representation, please send it to licensing@stalbans.gov.uk by 07/09/2026.
Guidance on how to make a valid representation can be found on our website at https://www.stalbans.gov.uk/alcohol-and-entertainment-licences, please note any representations are published in the public domain.
Completed Consultations
Taxi Licensing Fee Consultation 2024 - closed 03/10/2024 Toggle accordion
The Licensing Team consulted on the Taxi fee review.
Gambling Policy 2025 to 2028 - closed 02/10/24 Toggle accordion
The Licensing team consulted on the draft Gambling Policy, including the continuation of the no casino resolution.
Pavement Policy review 2024 - closed 03/10/2024 Toggle accordion
The Licensing Team consulted on the Pavement Licensing Policy review.
Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Licensing Policy Update 2024 - Closed 24/06/2024 Toggle accordion
Residents and businesses were invited to give feedback on the refreshed Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Licensing Policy.
Taxi Licensing Policy (Card Payments) - closed 21/02/2023 Toggle accordion
Our Taxi Licensing Policy has been reviewed and an updated, this update introduces mandatory contactless/card payments in Taxis in SADC
Please see below for the decision by the Strategic Director for Community Place & Delivery, for mandatory electronic payments:
Busking Codes of Conduct - closed 20/02/2023 Toggle accordion
The Council are proposing to replace the current Code of Practice used to regulate busking, with two Codes of Conduct - one for buskers on market days and one for buskers on non-market days and asked for comments on the proposed codes.
Proposed Fares for Hackney Carriages 2022/2023 - closed 24/11/2022 Toggle accordion
The Council gave notice that it proposed changes to Hackney Carriage fares. Residents, businesses and customers were invited to give their views on the changes.
Licensing Act 2003 Policy 2023 - closed 05/10/2023 Toggle accordion
The Council gave notice that it proposed changes to Licensing Statement of policy. Residents, businesses and customers were invited to give their views on the changes.
Animal Welfare Licensing Fees Review 2023 - closed 05/10/2023 Toggle accordion
The Council gave notice that it proposed changes to Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) licence fees. Residents, businesses and customers were invited to give their views on the changes.
Special Treatments Fees Review 2023 - closed 05/10/2023 Toggle accordion
The Council gave notice that it proposed changes to Special Treatments licence fees. Residents, businesses and customers were invited to give their views on the changes.
Street Trading Fees Review 2023 - closed 05/10/2023 Toggle accordion
The Council gave notice that it proposed changes to Street Trading licence fees. Residents, businesses and customers were invited to give their views on the changes.