Licensing

The Environmental Health Section has a key role in enforcing and administrating a number of the licences that are issued by the Highland Council.

Miscellaneous Licences

Environmental Health carries out the administration and enforcement functions for a wide range of licences, which come under the category of ‘Miscellaneous Licences’.

Animal Boarding – Kennels & catteries
Breeding of dogs
Caravan Sites
Cinemas
Dangerous Wild Animals
Game Dealers
Performing Animals
Pet Shops
Riding Establishments
Safety at Sports Grounds
Theatres
Venison Dealers
Zoos

Application forms are available to download in PDF format on the links opposite. Application forms or advice in connection with miscellaneous licensing can also be obtained by contacting your area Environmental Health Office

Completed applications should be submitted to your area Environmental Health Office.

If you wish to complain about a person undertaking one of these activities please contact your area Environmental Health Office

Civic Government Licences

Environmental Health is responsible for enforcement of a number of licences issued under the Civic Government (Scotland) Act 1982.

If you wish application forms, or advice on applying for a licence for one of the activities listed below please contact your area Corporate Services Office.

If you wish to complain about a person undertaking one of these activities please contact your area Environmental Health Office.

Boat Hirers
Houses in multiple occupation
Indoor sports entertainment
Late hours caterers
Market Operators
Metal Dealers
Public entertainment
Second-hand dealers
Second-hand vehicle dealers
Street Traders
Taxis, private hire cars & drivers
Window cleaners

Liquor Licensing

Your local Licensing Board, administered by the Highland Council Corporate Services, deals with all applications for alcohol licences. For any general information on liquor licensing please contact your area Corporate Services Office.

Environmental Health is involved in issuing food hygiene certificates required for certain types of alcohol licensing. If you require a food hygiene certificate or wish advice on how to obtain one, please contact your area Environmental Health Office.