To run a business where petrol is stored for dispensing directly into the fuel tank of an internal combustion engine - or where large amounts of petrol are stored for private use - you need a licence from your local petroleum licensing authority.
Fees will be payable for a licence.
Conditions may be attached to a licence.
Eligibility criteria
No provision in legislation
Regulation summary
A summary of the eligibility criteria for this licence
Conditions of licence
Petroleum (Consolidation) Act 1928 – Conditions of Licence (PDF 155kb)
Fees
| Item | 1 Year | 2 Year | 3 Year |
| Licence to keep petroleum spirit of a quantity: | | | |
| not exceeding 2,500 litres | £42.00 | £63.00 | £77.00 |
| exceeding 2,500 litres but not exceeding 50,000 litres | £58.00 | £87.00 | £106.00 |
| exceeding 50,000 litres | £120.00 | £180.00 | £220.00 |
| Transfer of licence | £8.00 | £8.00 | £8.00 |
Where quantity proposed exceeding existing limits, excess fees payable are calculated in line with the fee above.
Application evaluation process
No provision in legislation
What happens if your application is not processed within the timescales stated?
It is in the public interest that the council must process your application before it can be granted. If you have not heard from us within 14 days please contact us. You can do this online if you applied through the Flexible Support for Business service or use the contact details below.
Apply online
You can now apply for your personal licence online via the GOV.UK website where payment (if required) can be taken electronically.
Apply for a licence to store petroleum
Tell us about a change to your existing petroleum licence
Apply to renew your existing petroleum licence
Failed application redress
Please contact your Local Authority in the first instance.
If an application is refused the applicant may appeal to the Secretary of State.
Licence holder redress
Please contact your Local Authority in the first instance.
Consumer complaint
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.
Public register
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Trade Associations
Federation of Petroleum Suppliers
FPS Forecourt Division
Petrol Retailers Association (PRA)
Contact details
Licensing Section
Pontllanfraith House
Pontllanfraith
Blackwood
NP12 2YW
Tel: 01495 235039
Email: licensing@caerphilly.gov.uk