Do it online

Computer user This page contains links to all council services which can be applied for, reported or requested via this website.

We are always trying to improve our online services, and appreciate any feedback you have about this area of our site. In this section, you can:

The following online forms are quick and simple to use. When payment is required for a service, this is clearly stated, along with any accompanying guidance notes.

Business licences

Food businesses

Register a food business
Apply for approval of a food business

Cosmetic businesses

Apply for a cosmetic business licence
Register a hairdressing or barber business

Entertainment venues

Apply for an entertainment licence
Apply to hold marriage and civil partnership ceremonies

Markets and street trading

Apply for a street trading licence
Apply for a trading permit (Friday Variety Market, St George's Market)

Health and safety

Apply for a safety certificate for a sports ground
Apply for, transfer or renew a petroleum licence
Apply for a Certificate of Fitness (landlords only)
Register poisonous substances
Renew an existing poisonous substances registration
Register a cooling tower or evaporative condenser

Miscellaneous

Register a caravan or campsite
Register key holder details
Register a guard dog kennel
Apply for a pollution prevention and control permit

Waste, recycling and street cleaning

Order a bin
Check your bin collection day
Find out when your street is due to be cleaned
Buy a home composter
Report a problem with your bin collection
Report an abandoned vehicle
Book an asbestos collection
Give us feedback on our cleansing services
Report a street cleaning issue

Building control

Report a dangerous structure or an open or vacant building
Request a site inspection

Feedback and requests

Make a complaint
Request a copy of City Matters
Leave feedback about our website
Sign up for events updates
Make an enquiry about culture and arts in Belfast
Register to take part in Be Warm saving stamp scheme