Petroleum Licensing

Who requires a Petroleum Licence?

A licence is required for the storage of more than 275 litres (60galls) of petroleum spirit or mixtures. Persons wishing to store petroleum spirit should contact the Council before commencing work as an assessment of the site would have to be carried out.

How much will a Petroleum Licence cost?

Fees are set by the Department of Environment and the rates of fees payable are as detailed below. These fees came into effect on 5 May 1998.

Petroleum Spirit Fee Per Annum	Fee
Not exceeding 2,500 litres	£41.00
Exceeding 2,500 litres, not exceeding 50,000 litres	£57.00
Exceeding 50,000 litres	£118.00
Transfer of Licence	£8.00

How to apply:

Application Forms should be completed and returned to the Licensing Administration Officer together with all relevant documents listed below:

Completed Fire Fighting Certificate
Electrical Certificate for Petrol Filling Station completed and signed by one of the following:
1. An approved Electrical Contractor on the Roll of NICEIC
2. A member of the Electrical Contractors Association
3. An approved member of the Institute of Electrical Engineers (IEE)
4. An approved Electrical Engineer with Northern Ireland Electricity
Correct fee for application for Licence.