A licence under the Pet Animals Act 1951 is required for retailers selling pet livestock, wholesalers stocking pet livestock, dealers in pet livestock, livestock importers and exporters, pet auctions, one day sales and any business offering domestic pets for sale. These conditions apply to all buildings and areas to which livestock have access and/or that are used in association with the sale of pet livestock.
Licence Summary
Licences are valid for a year and must be re-applied for annually. If you are a new applicant we would recommend that you email environmental@stalbans.gov.uk
Eligibility Criteria
TO run a pet shop you must fulfill the Licence Conditions.
Regulation Summary
Follow this link for details of The Pet Animals Act 1951.
Cost
The fees are set annually. For the year 1 April 2010 to 31 March 2011 the licence fee for a Pet Shop is £75.85.
Will Tacit Consent Apply
No. It is in the public interest the St Albans District Council must process your application before a licence can be granted. If you have not heard from us within a reasonable period, please contact us. You can do this on-line if you applied through the UK Welcomes service or use the contact details above.
Please see our Tacit Consent policy for further details.
Apply for a Licence
You can apply by downloading, completing and returning the Application form and schedule.
If Your Application is Refused
Please contact ESRYoursay@stalbans.gov.uk
Consumer Complaint
We would always advise in the event of a complaint that you first contact us - preferably in the form a letter (with proof of delivery). If this has not worked, if you are located in the UK, Consumer Direct will give you advice. From outside the UK contact the UK European Consumer Centre.
Date of last review: 13 December 2010