Caravan Site Licence

A licence is required, under the Caravan Sites and Control of Development Act 1960, for land that is used for the provision of living accommodation comprising of caravans/mobile homes.

 

It is an offence to operate a caravan site without a valid licence or in non-compliance with conditions attached to any licence issued.

 

Licences last for the same period as the planning permission required for this purpose, unless revoked. Applications must be made before the land in question is used for such a purpose.

 

The use of land as a caravan site will  require planning permission. Erection of additional facilities or changing the use of existing premises may require prior approval under Town and Country Planning Acts and/or building regulations.

 

The site will always be inspected before a licence is issued and inspections to assess compliance with licence conditions may be made at any time thereafter.

 

If you are thinking of setting up a caravan site you should discuss your proposals with one of our officers before incurring any expenditure.

 

E-mail envhealth@broxbourne.gov.uk or ring 01992 785511 to request an application form or make an appointment with an officer.

 

Costs

There are no charges for making enquires or complaints regarding caravan sites, nor for making an application for a licence.