Dog Breeding Establishments Register Local authorities maintain a public register of dog breeding businesses.
Dog Breeding Establishments Registration You must apply to the local authority for a licence if you wish to breed dogs as a business.
Dog Rehoming Local authorities operate dog pounds to rehome dogs that have been delivered to the pound.
General Dog Licence You must hold a valid licence if you manage a dog kennel with 20 or more dogs. You can apply to the local authority for an annual licence.
Increased Cost of Business (ICOB) Grant Scheme This grant is intended as a one-time financial aid to help businesses with increased costs associated with running a business.
Noise Pollution Complaint Reporting Local authorities may investigate complaints about excessive noise.
Planning Exemption Certificate Local authorities may issue certificates of exemption for developments that do not need planning permission.
Planning Information and Advice Local authorities provide information and advice on historic, current or planned development.
Planning Permission You must apply for planning permission if you want to build or demolish property, or significantly alter the use of land or property unless the development is exempt.