VAT
Where VAT is payable in the pricing shown below it is calculated at the current applicable rate (which is 20%).
The figures shown sequentially represent (1) the amount without VAT, (2) the amount of VAT due and (3) the total inclusive of VAT.
Where no VAT rate or amount is shown below, no VAT is payable.
Our Fees for Licensing Work
We charge a fixed fee for our licensing work. Our fees are as follows:
| Type Of Licensing | Fee | Timescale |
|---|---|---|
| New Premises licence application | £950.00 plus £190.00 vat = £1140.00 total | The timeframe will depend upon the nature and complexity of the application. |
| Application to Transfer Premises Licence together with an application to vary an existing Premises Licence to specify an individual as designated premises supervisor | £450.00 plus £90.00 vat = £540.00 total | Each application type has a statutory timescale which the licensing authority must adhere to. In the case of a straightforward, non-contested application. |
| Application to vary an existing Premises Licence | £950.00 plus £190.00 vat = £1140.00 total | The process could take anywhere between 6 to 12 weeks, but could take considerably longer depending on the specific factors applicable to the matter. |
We will always advise you immediately about any variance and discuss the potential impact on price before any additional charges are incurred.
In addition, you will need to pay the following disbursements which are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties.
Disbursements
Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to other people.
The likely disbursements in most licensing cases are as follows:
- Fees for newspaper advert are likely to be £350.00 – £650.00 (inclusive of any VAT).
- The application fee payable to the local authority is likely to be in the region of £190.00, but these are set by individual authorities and can vary. That fee will not attract VAT.
- We will let you know from the outset of such fees for you to come to a decision before you instruct us.
Work We Will Do
- Identify the local authority
- Accurately identify the type of application you will require
- Obtain the relevant documents required to make the application
- Complete the electronic or paper-based application to the local authority
- Correspond and negotiate with the local authorities your goals to be reflected in the licence
- Await receipt of the licence application
Potential Additional Work and Fees
Please note if there are objections and the matter proceeds to a Licensing Sub-committee, then we will usually instruct counsel to represent you at the hearing.
If that is necessary, Counsels fees will be incurred as an additional disbursement.
- We will agree the identity of Counsel with you before Counsel is instructed and let you know the likely amount of those Counsels Fees.
- Typical range: £750 – £1500 exclusive of VAT.
- Counsels Fees ordinarily (but do not always) attract VAT.
- Any additional fees of our firm will be charged at our hourly rate and will attract VAT.
Timescales
Typically, obtaining the licence takes between 4 to 16 weeks, but can be considerably longer if there are issues the local authority wish to raise an objection towards.
Licensing Team and Experience
| Name | Position at Vas Solicitors | Qualifications | Relevant Experience | Hourly Rate plus VAT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veeravagu Vaaheesan | Solicitor/Director | Solicitor of the senior courts | 16+ years PQE | £312 + £62.40 VAT = £374.40 |
| Atputhan Saravanapavan | Consultant Solicitor | Solicitor | Newly qualified solicitor | £204 + £40.80 VAT = £244.80 |
