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Smoking Shelters

Smoke Free Workplace

The Health Act 2006 came into effect on the 1st July 2007. The Act provides for the prohibition of smoking in various premises open to the public and/or used as a workplace, and certain vehicles.

Places such as pubs, restaurants, betting offices, offices, etc. became smoke-free premises (for more information visit Smokefree England Opens in a new window).

As a result of the legislation, proprietors may seek to make provision for smokers outside their 'enclosed' main building. Planning permission is likely to be required for such structures.

Applications should be made to Surrey Heath Borough Council using the Application for Planning Permission forms (1APP) - (Planning Portal Opens in a new window -. (Please note 4 copies of the application form and plans are required when submitting in hard copy).

• To access the Planning Portal and submit forms for planning permission online, use this link Opens in a new window

For help and assistance in completing the 1APP form, please see the Planning Portal Help Pages for each form (Included in the Useful Notes and Supplemental Guidance Section on each page), and /or visit the Planning Portal website. The following page provides further help The Planning Portal - Help.

If you have any technical problems submitting forms, please contact Planning Portal Support by telephone on 0117 372 8200.

• Alternatively, access Application Forms for Downloading (Please note 4 copies of the application form and plans are required) when submitting in hard copy.
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• Application Forms for Downloading

Applicants are advised to consult with Environmental Health at Surrey Heath Borough Council prior to submission to ensure that the proposed Smoking Shelter meets the requirements of smoke-free workplaces legislation (Tel: 01276 707100 or email environmental.health@surreyheath.gov.uk).

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