Considering your application

What will be taken into account when considering my application?

On the application form you will need to set out how you will meet these street trading objectives.

Public safety

The proposed location of the activity should not present a significant risk to the public in terms of highway safety and obstruction. This would include the consideration of factors such as, interference with sight lines for road users and access to pedestrian crossings.

Prevention of crime and disorder

The proposed activity should not present a risk to public order. This is likely to be more of an issue in respect of applicants wishing to trade at later hours.

Prevention of public nuisance

Consideration will be given to measures taken to reduce the risk of nuisance to the public from noise, refuse, vermin, fumes and odour.

Such considerations may include (but are not limited to):

• the proximity of nearby sensitive uses
• the nature and scale of the operations in terms of their potential to create high levels of noise, odour or other factors which could impact on the nearby sensitive uses
• the proposed operating hours
• seasonal and daily variations
• the potential for a mains electricity connection in order to avoid the need for the use of a diesel generator
• waste storage and collection provisions
• the local context including existing background conditions within the locality.

Sustainability and product type

The applicant should set out measures to reduce the environmental impact of the proposed activity. Typically, this could include the use of recyclable products and energy efficient processes. Consideration will also be given to the type of products sold and the suitability of the products at the location requested.

Commercial need

Consideration will be given to the number of other traders in the vicinity of the application site.

Suitability of trading unit

The vehicle, trailer or stall to be used will be of a high-quality design and build and will add to the quality of the street scene. The unit will be inspected by an authorised officer of Derby City Council prior to any consent being issued. The unit shall comply in all respects with any legal requirement relating to the trading activity proposed and in particular with the following legislation (and any subsequent revisions):

• Food Safety Act 1990
• Food and Hygiene (England) Regulations 2013 as amended
• Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 and any regulations made under this Act
• Environmental Protection Act 1990
• Licensing Act 2003.