Zoo licence eligibility
You must give us at least two months written notice (post or email) before making an application for a licence.
The notice must identify the:
- zoo's location
- types of animals (and approximate number of each group) kept for exhibition on the premises
- arrangements for accommodation, maintenance and wellbeing of the animals
- approximate numbers and categories of staff you will employ
- approximate number of visitors and motor vehicles you will cater for
- approximate number (and positions of access) you will provide to the premises
- methods of implementing the required conservation measures at the zoo
At least two months before making the application, you must also:
- publish notice in one local newspaper
- publish notice in one national newspaper
- exhibit a copy of the notice
The notice must:
- identify the location of the zoo
- state that the application notice to us is available to be inspected at our offices