LCQ Alcohol Licensing Fees and Renewal

Question 1

Under the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012, what is the basis on which annual licence fees are calculated in NZ?

Accepted Answer

A risk-based fee based on the licence type, trading hours, and the nature of the business

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A flat fee that is the same for all licence types

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A percentage of annual alcohol sales revenue

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Fees set by the individual District Licensing Committee for each premises

Question 2

In NZ, when must a licence renewal application be lodged with the DLC to ensure the current licence remains in force during the renewal process?

Accepted Answer

At least 20 working days before expiry

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At least 5 working days before expiry

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At least 10 working days before expiry

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At least 3 months before expiry

Question 3

Under NZ law, how long is a standard on-licence valid for before it must be renewed?

Accepted Answer

3 years

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1 year

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2 years

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5 years

Question 4

Who must be notified when a licence renewal application is lodged in NZ?

Accepted Answer

The DLC, the Police, the Licensing Inspector, and the Medical Officer of Health

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Only the DLC

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The Police and the local council only

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No one — the application is a private matter between the licensee and the DLC

Question 5

In NZ, can a licensee object to the fee assessment for their licensed premises?

Accepted Answer

Yes — the licensee can request a review of the fee band assessment if they believe their risk profile has been incorrectly assessed

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No — fee assessments are final once made

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Only if the fee has increased by more than 20% from the previous year

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Yes, but only through the High Court

Question 6

Under NZ law, what is the consequence for failing to pay the annual licence fee?

Accepted Answer

Non-payment may result in the licence being treated as lapsed

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The licence is suspended until payment is made

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The licensee receives a formal warning only for a first offence

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The DLC can take civil debt recovery proceedings