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Petroleum Licensing
The Petroleum (Consolidation) Act (Northern Ireland) 1929
Who Needs a Petroleum Licence?
A Petroleum Licence is needed where petrol is stored and dispensed for resale. Anyone wishing to store petroleum spirit must apply to the Council’s Licensing Section for a licence.
Please note that DSEAR Regulations (Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations) also apply.
Note: Diesel, heating oil, paraffin and LPG are not classified as petroleum spirits. Therefore, they do not need licensing under this legislation. However, the DSEAR Regulations still apply to these substances.
Licence Fees
Fees are set by the Department of the Environment and have been effective since 1 April 2013.
| Petroleum Spirit | Fee per Annum |
| To keep a quantity not exceeding 2,500 litres | £42 |
| Exceeding 2,500 not exceeding 50,000 litres | £58 |
| Exceeding 50,000 litres | £120 |
| Change of a licence | £8 |
Cheques should be made payable to: Newry, Mourne and Down District Council
How to Apply
Apply Online:
Application forms can also be acquired from:
| Oifig Dhún Pádraig | Oifig an Iúir |
| Downpatrick Office | Newry Office |
| Licensing Section | Licensing Section |
| Downshire Civic Centre | Unit 19 Rampart Road |
| Downshire Estate, Ardglass Road | Greenbank Industrial Estate |
| Downpatrick BT30 6GQ | Newry BT34 2QU |
Contact Details
Telephone: 0330 137 4030
Email: [email protected]