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If a person wishes to take bookings for a Private Hire Vehicle, or pass bookings to another operator, it will be necessary to obtain a Private Hire Operators Licence.
The application will require the submission of information on all people involved with running the business and details must be provided of the address through which the business will be conducted. Off-Street parking must be available at these premises for all vehicles operating under the Licence.
There is a requirement to keep records of all bookings, which must be made available to Council Enforcement Officers for inspection.
It may be necessary to obtain appropriate Planning Consent for the use of a domestic or commercial property for this purpose.
Applications
For further information, please contact the Licensing Section.
Fees
| Type of Registration | Fee |
|---|---|
| Annual Private Hire Licence | £125.00 |
| Vehicle Inspection | £70.00 |
| Driver (Initial or Renewal including Badge) | £105.00 |
| Excl. Criminal Record Bureau Check | £70.00 |
| Drivers badge - Replacement | £20.00 |
| Operator (Per Vehicle) | £60.00 |
| Transfer/Change Vehicle (Permanent or Temporary) | £60.00 |
| Plate | £50.00 |
| Failure to attend renewal appointment for vehicle & driver licences (additional charges) | £20.00 |
Failure to keep an appointment for a CRB check or for a renewal appointment (vehicle or driver) without 1 days prior notice will incur an administrative charge equivalent to the cost of the CRB check.
Contact Licensing & Public Protection
- Tel: 01803 208025
- Email: licensing@torbay.gov.uk
- Fax: 01803 208854
