Harlow Council recognises the importance of ensuring that the
placing of tables and chairs and portable advertising boards on
the pavement is carefully controlled.
Pedestrians in general can be put at risk
though poorly sited signs and furniture. Good design is
particularly important for people with impaired vision, mobility
difficulties and those pushing prams, who can be seriously
disadvantaged.
Anyone proposing to place tables and chairs or
a portable advertising boards on highway land that is maintained at
public expense will require a licence: Planning Permission may also
be required. Follow this
link for Planning Services.
Where it is proposed to place tables and
chairs or a portable advertising board on a privately maintained
forecourt, over which the public do not have unfettered access, a
licence is not likely to be required.
The Application Forms can be downloaded below
and either completed electronically and printed for signature or
completed by hand, and returned to Safety and Licensing, Harlow
Council, The Water Gardens, Harlow, Essex, CM20 1WG accompanied by
the appropriate Fee and Plan.