Planning permissions and liquor licences
It is a condition of every licence (excluding pre-retail, BYO, limited and major event licences) that the use of the licensed premises does not breach the planning scheme under the Planning and Environment Act 1987.
Applicants are required to provide a copy of the following information with their application:
- A planning permit; or
- A copy of an application for a planning permit; or
- Evidence that a planning permit is not required to supply liquor as allowed for by the licence type you are applying for. This evidence may be a letter from the local council (or responsible planning authority) or a copy of the relevant planning scheme.
This ensures that the activities undertaken are consistent and appropriate for that area. For example, a licensee cannot operate a nightclub in an area where nightclub activity is not permitted under the local planning zone restrictions.
A planning permit or permission is required for the following licence types:
- general licence
- on-premises licence
- restaurant and cafe licence
- packaged liquor licence
- club licence (full and restricted)
- producer's licence (previously beer and wine producer's).
A planning permit is not required for the following licence types:
- pre-retail licence
- BYO permit
- limited licence
- major event licence.
Contact your Local Government Authority for information about obtaining a planning permit
