Trading standards
Petroleum storage licence
To run a business where petrol is stored for dispensing directly into the fuel tank
of an internal combustion engine - or where large amounts of petrol are stored for
private use - you need a
licence from South Ayrshire Council.
The Trading Standards Service are responsible for ensuring safety at sites where
petrol is delivered, stored and dispensed. A licence will allow you to keep an approved
quantity of petroleum. It is an offence to keep an amount in excess of this, as
is failing to comply with any of the licence conditions, or, keeping licensable
quantities without a licence.
How to apply
The links below take you to another website which processes these applications on
behalf of South Ayrshire Council
What happens next?
Before considering an application South Ayrshire Council must have received all
the required supporting documentation before the application is considered lodged.
It is in the public interest that the South Ayrshire Council must process your application
before it can be granted. We would expect to process your application within 21
days. If you have not heard from us within a reasonable period, please contact us.
What if I have been refused approval?
Please contact South Ayrshire Council using the contact details below in the first
instance.
If an application is refused the applicant may appeal to the Secretary of State.
Consumer complaints
Please contact South Ayrshire Council using the contact details below in the first
instance. From outside the UK contact the UK European
Consumer Centre.
Other complaints
If you wish to complain a licence holder then please use the contact details below.
Who to contact
Trading Standards
South Ayrshire Council
5/7 River Terrace
Ayr KA8 0BJ
Tel: 01292 616060
Trade Associations