The Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013 requires any persons collecting or buying scrap metal in South Kesteven to have a Scrap Metal Dealer Licence issued by us.
Please download an application form and guidance below.
Application to apply or renew a Scrap Metal Dealer's Licence
Applicants must satisfy us that they are a legitimate trader and a suitable person to carry on a scrap metal business. Applicants are also required to produce a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check criminal records check - available online from the Disclosure Barring Service https://www.gov.uk/request-copy-criminal-record or call the DBS helpline on 03000 200 190.
From 4 April 2022, the rules are changing with regard to your tax responsibilities when you apply for a licence for a:
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scrap metal site
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scrap metal collector
If you're an individual, company or any type of partnership you must confirm you are aware of your tax responsibilities if you're applying for a licence:
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for the first time
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you have already held but that has not been valid for a year or more
Please see guidance and how to complete the tax check on the government web site at Confirm your tax responsibilities when applying for a taxi, private hire or scrap metal licence - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Current fees and charges
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Dealer licence |
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Dealer initial licence - three year licence (part a) |
£296.00 |
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Dealer initial licence - three year licence (part B) |
£398.50 |
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Dealer licence renewal (part a) |
£242.50 |
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Dealer licence renewal (part B) |
£39.00 |
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Collector's licence This authorises the licensee to operate as a mobile collector in the area of the issuing local authority, permitting them to collect scrap metal. This includes commercial as well as domestic scrap metal. If a mobile collector operates within more than one local authority's district, a licence will be required for each authority. |
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Collector initial licence Part A Collector initial licence Part B |
£165.50 £40.50 |
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Collector licence renewal Part A Collector licence renewal Part B |
£105.00 £40.50 |
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Minor Variation |
£38.50 |
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Copy of a licence (Replacement Licence Certificate) |
£28.50 |