Our new online process makes renewing licences quicker and easier. As part of the ongoing modernisation of our licensing service.
To complete the online application form, please have the following digitized documents.
You’ll Need
- Certificate of Compliance (COC) Test
- Fee of £195
Please contact the Licensing Office if you are at all unsure whether your vehicle would be licensed. The Council has the discretion to grant or refuse the licence. Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application in writing within 14 days of the decision being taken.
Fees
| Hackney Carriage | Fee |
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Grant
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£246.00
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Renewal
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£195.00
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Change of Proprietor/Owner
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£120.00
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Transfer of Vehicle
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£239.00
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Plates
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£50.00
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Internal Plate
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£22.00
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Administration Charge
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£28.00
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Paper Licence (replacement)
|
£23.00 |
ID Badge (replacement)
|
£17.00 |
Advertising (application)
|
£61.00 |
The Council has the discretion to grant or refuse the licence
Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application in writing within 14 days of the decision being taken.
Legislation and Conditions
Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions Act ) Act 1976
Processing and Timescales
Once fee has been paid and all the associated documentation is submitted to policy, the licence can be granted the same day.
Appeal/Redress mechanisms:
The applicant would be able to appeal any decision by way of complaint to the Magistrates’ Court within 21 days of being notified of the Council’s decision.
Supplementary information
List Of Approved COC Testing Stations (PDF)
Contact Details: