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          Home > Services > Liquor and Gambling Venue Licensing
           Liquor and Gambling Venue Licensing

           

           

          Liquor Licensing

          On Licence

          Off Licence

          Club Licence

          Planning / Building Certificate

          Special Licence

          Manager's Certificate

          Renewals

          Buying Licensed Premises

          Temporary Authority

          Ashburton District Liquor Licensing Policy

          Host Responsibility

          Local Contacts

           

          Gambling Venue Licensing

           

          Ashburton District Gambling Venue Policy

          Report on the Social Effects of Gambling

           

           

           

          Liquor Licensing

          It is a legal requirement under The Sale of Liquor Act 1989 to obtain a licence for the sale and supply of liquor. The object of the Act is to “establish a reasonable system of control over the sale and supply of liquor to the public with the aim of contributing to the reduction of liquor abuse, so far as that can be achieved by legislative means.”

          The Ashburton District Licensing Agency(DLA) has the role of receiving, processing, and assessing applications for all liquor licences and managers certificates. The Licensing Inspector has a role to assess and report on applications, monitor for compliance, and advise applicants and the public.

          Applications for Liquor Licences and Manager's Certificates are filed with the Ashburton District Licensing Agency who will process all unopposed applications. Licensing Inspectors are available to discuss and advise on the licensing process by contacting Council on 307 7700.

          Licensees and Managers must ensure all staff are familiar with the provisions of the legislation so that they are fully aware of their duties and responsibilities.

          Fees & Charges

          There are four types of liquor licences:

          • On licence
          • Off licence
          • Club licence
          • Special licence

          Application Forms for Licences and Managers Certificates 

          Guidance on Applying for a Liquor Licence 

          ON Licence
          An ON Licence allows for the sale and supply of alcohol for consumption on the premises. Premises that require an On Licence include Hotels, Taverns, Licensed Restaurants/Cafes, Night-clubs and Function Centres.

          An ON Licence may be endorsed (BYO endorsement) to only allow diners and their guests to bring their own alcohol into the premises and consume it.

          The licence is issued for one year and if all conditions are being met during this time, then the licence can be renewed on a three yearly basis.

          ON Licence Application form


          OFF Licence
          An OFF Licence allows for the sale and supply of liquor to persons for consumption off the premises, like bottle stores and supermarkets

          The licence is issued for one year and if all conditions are being met during this time, then the licence can be renewed on a three yearly basis.

          Supermarkets and grocery stores holding an OFF licence can sell only wine and beer.

          OFF Licence Application form


          CLUB licence
          A CLUB Licence allows for the sale and supply of liquor for consumption on the club premises to members of the club, their guests and members of clubs with reciprocal visiting rights.

          The licence is issued for one year and if all conditions are being meet during this time, the licence can be renewed on a three yearly basis.

          Club Licence Application form

           

          Planning/Building Certificate
          Prior to lodging an application for an ON, OFF or CLUB licence, it is important that you apply for a Planning/Building certificate from the Council. This states that the premises and its intended use complies with the requirements of the Resource Management Act 1991 and the Building Code.

          It may also be advisable to discuss your proposal with Council’s Building and Planning staff as a building consent or a resource (planning) consent may be required. Carrying out these checks is important so that there are no delays in processing your liquor licence application.

          An application form for a Planning Building Certificate is included within the relevant application packs.


          Special Licence
          A Special Licence allows for the sale and supply of liquor at an event such as a sporting event, street party, function etc. It can also be issued to a licensee for an extension of hours. It is issued for the occasion only, and it cannot be renewed. A Special Licence can also be issued for a conveyance.

          A Special Licence can apply for one event or a series of events. A maximum of 10 events per application applies.

          Special Licence Application forms


          Managers Certificates
          Licensed premises must have a Duty Manager when the premises are open for the sale and supply of liquor.
          A Manager’s Certificate is issued initially for one year. Application for renewal must be made prior to expiry. Once renewed, a Manager’s Certificate is valid for 3 years.

          The name of the Manager on duty must always be displayed on the licensed premises.

          There are two types of Manager’s Certificates. These are:
          1. General Manager’s Certificate
          This type of certificate authorises the holder to manage any licensed premises.

          2. Club Manager’s Certificate
          This type of certificate authorises the holder to manage any premises where a Club Licence is in force.
           

          Manager’s Certificate Application forms

           

          Renewals
          It is the responsibility of the licensee, or holder of a Manager’s Certificate, to lodge application for renewal prior to expiry of your licence/certificate. The Ashburton District Licensing Agency endeavours to send out reminders to renew, however has no obligation to do so.

          An expired licence or certificate can not be renewed.

          Renewal Applications

           

          Buying Licensed Premises
          Prior to purchasing a licensed premises, it is recommended that you obtain a Land Information Memorandum (LIM). A LIM will advise you of all the information that the Council holds on the property. In particular you should check with Council staff regarding:

          1. Food Hygiene Regulations/food safety requirements;
          2. Building Act requirements, eg Building warrant of fitness;

          You are also advised to consult with Ashburton’s Fire Safety Officer as an Evacuation Scheme may be required for your premises.

          Building and Fire Safety Information

          Temporary Authority
          A Temporary Authority allows for a new owner/operator of a premise which already holds a liquor licence, to continue trading as a licensed premise, subject to the existing licence conditions.

          Application for a Temporary Authority should be lodged not less than one month prior to takeover date.

          If a Temporary Authority is granted, the new operator of the business must lodge an application for a new licence within six weeks of issue of the Temporary Authority. The Temporary Authority is issued for a three-month period.

          Temporary Authority Application

           

          Ashburton District Liquor Licensing Policy
          The Ashburton District Liquor Licensing Policy was reviewed in 2007. The Policy provides guidance on a number of licensing issues, and allows for community input into licensing issues. The Policy details the operating hours, and other conditions that may be approved. click here

           

          Host Responsibility
          Applicants for on and club licences must enclose a copy of their host responsibility policy with their application.

          Guidelines on Writing your Host Responsibility Policy

          Host Responsibility incorporates six key concepts designed to assist in creating a safer drinking environments that reduce intoxication and its associated related harm. The six key concepts are:-

          • Prevents intoxication
          • Provides and actively promotes low and non-alcoholic alternatives
          • Provides and actively promotes substantial food
          • Arranges safe transport
          • Does not serve to minors
          • Serves alcohol responsibly or not at all

          Applicants for Special Licences must include in their application details on how they will incorporate host responsibility for their event(s).

          Signage and host responsibility resource information is available from the Licensing Inspector and the Ashburton Community Alcohol and Drug Service(ACADS).
           

          Local Contacts

          Contact Phone Number
          Licensing Inspector, Ashburton DLA 307 7700
          Ashburton Police Licensing Officer 307 8400
          Medical Officer of Health/ ACADS 308 1270
          Ashburton Fire Safety Officer 307 8962


           

           

           

          Gambling Venue Licensing

          Gambling Venue Policy

          Council has a consenting role under the Gambling Act 2003 and is required to have a Class 4 Gambling Venue Policy that states Council's approach to where new gambling venues may be situated and any restrictions on the number of pokie machines permitted, if this is less than the maximum number allowed under the Gambling Act. The Ashburton District Council Gambling Venue Policy was adopted in August 2010. The Policy must be reviewed at least every three years.

           

          Report on the Social Effects of Gambling

          To inform the recent review of the Ashburton District Gambling Venue Policy, a report assessing the social impact of gambling in the district, including any changes and trends which may have emerged since 2006 was completed by Council staff in June 2010.

          Overall this report shows that the gambling industry in Ashburton District, as in New Zealand as a whole, appears to have reached a point of maturity with reducing numbers of gambling venues and gaming machine numbers and a decline in gaming machine expenditure in recent years. Although problem gambling does have significant social impacts for those affected, and is more prevalent among those who gamble on gaming machines, the report also highlights that the prevalence of problem gambling remains lower for Ashburton District than for New Zealand as a whole.

          A copy of the “Report on the Social Effects of Gambling in the Ashburton District: A Social Assessment to Inform the Review of Ashburton District Council’s Gambling Venue Policy” can be found here.

           

           
               
          Useful Information
           

          Liquor Licensing:

           Ashburton District Liquor Licensing Policy 2007

           The Alcohol Advisory Council of New Zealand (www.alcohol.org.nz)

           Sale of Liquor Act 1989 (www.legislation.govt.nz)

           Liquor Licence Application Packs and Forms

           Applications & Payments - How To

           Host Responsibility
              - Policy Guidelines
              - Special licence notes

           Building/Fire Safety Notes

           National Protocol in Alcohol Promotions

          Newsletters:

           Newsletter Dec 2012

           Newsletter July 2012

           Newsletter March 2012 

           Newsletter Nov 2011

           Newsletter August 2011

           Newsletter April 2010

           Newsletter Dec 2009

           Newsletter July 2009

          Gambling Venue Licensing:

           Ashburton District Council Gambling Venue Policy

           Report on the Social Effects of Gambling in the Ashburton District



          Ashburton District Council PO Box 94, Ashburton 7740, New Zealand Telephone: +64 3 307 7700 Fax: +64 3 308 1836 Email: info@adc.govt.nz
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