Fees and charges - Animal welfare licensing fees
The tables show the animal welfare licensing fees for the Uttlesford District.
Animal welfare licensing fees
Please note the charges quoted below do not include VAT.
| Animal boarding establishment (cattery, kennel, dog day care)* | 2023/24 charge (£) |
|---|---|
| Part A* fee (£) | 307.50 |
Part B* fee (£) | 200.00 |
Re-inspection (£) | 146.50 |
Variation (£) | 22.50 |
| Riding establishments* | 2023/24 charge (£) |
| Part A* fee (£) | 379.50 |
Part B* fee (£) | 213.50 |
Re-inspection (£) | 205.50 |
Variation (£) | 22.50 |
| Home boarding* | 2023/24 charge (£) |
| Part A* fee (£) | 209.50 |
Part B* fee (£) | 218.50 |
Re-inspection (£) | 146.50 |
Variation (£) | 22.50 |
| Dog breeding establishment* | 2023/24 charge (£) |
| Part A* fee (£) | 283.50 |
Part B* fee (£) | 200.00 |
Re-inspection (£) | 146.50 |
Variation (£) | 22.50 |
| Pet shop* | 2023/24 charge (£) |
| Part A* fee (£) | 307.50 |
Part B* fee (£) | 203.50 |
Re-inspection (£) | 146.50 |
Variation (£) | 22.50 |
| Quote on application licence fees* | 2023/24 charge (£) |
| Dangerous wild animals (based on a 2 year licence) * | Quote on application |
| Zoo licence (based on a 5 year licence) * | Quote on application |
| Keeping or training animals for exhibition (based on a 5 year licence) * | Quote on application |
* Part A fees need to be paid on application. Part B fees are paid on issuing report & confirmation of the licence and rating.
The issuing of the license will occur following payment of Part B fees.
For licenses where there is more than one activity, the fee will be based on the applicant's main business activity as judged by the inspecting officer.
Additional charges will be applied for secondary activities as outlined below.
Additional costs
Please note the charges quoted below do not include VAT.
| Costs | 2023/24 charge (£) |
|---|---|
| Cattery, kennel, dog day care | 68.50 |
| Riding establishments | 138.00 |
| Home boarders | 68.50 |
| Breeders | 68.50 |
| Pet shop | 68.50 |
| Keeping or training animals for exhibition | Quote on application |
Note: Vets fees to be recharged to the operator + administration costs of £8.00 for horse riding establishments and new breeders only.