Advertising or shop display on pavement licence
About this licence
Summary of requirements
To use street or pavement space for advertising, or for the display of shop goods, you must obtain a licence from Wandsworth Council. Proof of ownership for frontage will be required along with Public Liability Insurance.
Note: If you also wish to place tables and chairs on the pavement, you will need a separate licence from us. See Table and chairs on pavement licence for more information.
Application evaluation process
- All representations received must be considered
- Any other relevant authorities must be consulted
- Consents must not be unreasonably withheld
Will tacit consent apply?
No. It is in the public interest that the authority must process your application before it can be granted. If you have not heard from Wandsworth Council within a reasonable period please contact us, using the contact details below.
What can I do if my application is refused?
Please contact us in the first instance at:
Waste Services DepartmentWandsworth Council
The Town Hall
Wandsworth High Street
London SW18 2PU
An appointed arbitrator will determine if consent has been unreasonably withheld.
What if I am not happy with a condition imposed?
Please contact us at the address above in the first instance.
An appointed arbitrator will adjudicate if there is disagreement as to conditions attached.
What if I have a different type of query about my licence?
Please contact us at the address above.
European Services Directive
If you think that the council has not complied with the European Services Directive by imposing requirements or conditions in respect of your application that are discriminatory, unfair, or disproportionate, please contact:
UK SOLVIT CentreDepartment for Business, Innovation and Skills
1 Victoria Street
London SW1H 0ET
Email: solvit@bis.gsi.gov.uk
Health and safety
Before setting up any business in the UK, you must also ensure that it will comply with the relevant health and safety regulations.
Further information
- Our Health and safety web pages
- Health and Safety Executive web pages
Consumer concerns about advertising boards or shop displays on the pavement
We would always advise that in the event of a complaint the first contact is made with the trader by you - preferably in the form a letter (with proof of delivery). If that 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.
Alternatively, you can contact our Trading Standards Section at:
Trading Standards SectionEnvironmental Services
Department of Environment & Community Services
Wandsworth Council
PO Box 47095
London SW18 9AQ
Email: TradingStandards@wandsworth.gov.uk
Other complaints
If you want to make other types of complaints about advertising boards or shop displays on the pavement, such as noise or pollution, please contact:
Wandsworth CouncilEnvironmental Services
Department of Environment & Community Services
Wandsworth Council
PO Box 47095
London SW18 9AQ
Email: esd@wandsworth.gov.uk
