Scrap Metal Dealers
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The dealing in scrap metal or the running of a scrap metal business is controlled by the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 1964.
Terms
To carry on the business of a scrap metal dealer (see eligibility criteria below) in Sheffield, you need to be registered with us.
Costs
There is no fee for registration.
Eligibility Criteria
A scrap metal dealer shall be classed as carrying on a business in Sheffield if any of the following apply:
- the dealer occupies a place as a scrap metal store in Sheffield
- the dealer does not occupy a place as a scrap metal store but has a usual place of residence in Sheffield
- the dealer does not occupy a place as a scrap metal store but occupies a place for business purposes in Sheffield
Regulation Summary
Application Evaluation Process
Applicants must provide the following:
- their full name
- the address of the dealer, or in the case of a company, their registered or principal office
- the address of each place occupied as a scrap metal store, if any
- if the business is carried on without a scrap metal store
- if the business is carried on without a scrap metal store but the applicant occupies a place for the purposes of business, and the address of such a place
The registered dealer must notify us of any changes to these details or if they cease to be a scrap metal dealer.
How we will Notify you
Your registration will not be automatic as it is in the public interest that your application is processed before it can be granted to ensure public policy.
If you have not heard from us within 14 days of submitting your application, please contact us.
Making an Application
You can contact us for an application pack, or you may print an application form and guidance notes from the downloadable documents at the bottom of the page and send them to us through the post or bring them to our reception at the Town Hall.
Payment can be made by cheque (made payable to Sheffield City Council) through the post and cash and cheques are accepted if you bring it to our reception.
For details of our postal address, how to find our reception and reception opening times please contact us.
Appeals
Please contact us in the first instance.
Complaints and Feedback
We would always advise that in the event of a complaint the first contact is made with the trader by you - preferably in the form a letter (with proof of delivery).
If that has not worked, if you are located in the UK, Consumer Direct will give you advice. From outside the UK contact the UK European Consumer Centre.
Useful Links
Downloads
Application form to register or re-register for a scrap metal dealers licence (20.5 KB)