Manchester City Council

Zoo licence

  1. Summary

    You need a licence to run a zoo in Manchester. The licence will be subject to fees, and conditions to ensure the proper conduct of the zoo.

    At least two months before making an application for a licence, you should give notice to us of your intention to make application.

  2. Fees

    To be advised upon application.

  3. Application and guidance notes

  4. Attachments required

    Conservation information Pre-inspection audit form

  5. Processing and timescales

    28 working days.

  6. Policy

  7. Legislation

    The initial licence is valid for 4 years.

  8. Register

  9. Complaints