Petrol station licensing
From 1 January 2020, petrol stations have been added to the list of activities of environmental significance requiring an authorisation in the form of a licence.
In 2019, the EPA engaged with a reference group comprising petrol station associations and groups on the structure of the licence fee system and setting licence conditions.
Following consultation, it has been agreed that standard licence conditions will apply to all petrol stations. The EPA wrote to petrol stations to advise of the new licensing requirements.
For further information, please contact the EPA on 8204 2004 or email.
FAQs
Why did I receive a notice in relation to a petrol station licence?
The notice is to advise you of the requirement for you to obtain a licence to operate a petrol station from 1 January 2020.
When must my petrol station be licensed?
All petrol stations must be licensed from 1 January 2020.
Why must my petrol station be licensed?
The South Australian Government has determined that petrol stations are to be added to the list of activities of environmental significance (Schedule 1 Part A) requiring an authorisation in the form of a licence. All petrol stations licensed under the Petroleum Products Regulation Act 1995 must also be licensed by the EPA from 1 January 2020.
How do I lodge an application to have my petrol station licensed?
Licence applications are now open and can be made online.
Please note:
- for Bodies Corporate, an ASIC Company Extract is required as part of the application
and
- including Certificate(s) of Title details (eg CT-5123/456) where available, will assist in correctly identifying the premises.
Do I need to pay any fees?
As at 31 December 2019, EPA licence applications for petrol stations licensed under the Petroleum Products Regulation Act 1995 will not be subject to application or assessment fees. However, normal application fees will apply for applications received for new petrol stations on or after 1 January 2020.
All licence-holders will be required to pay the annual licence fee based on their volume of turnover for each facility. For this year the fees will be:
- Less than 0.5 ML = $69.50
- 0.5–1.5 ML = $1,239.50
- >1.5 ML = $2,409.50
How long will my licence last?
A petrol station licence will be issued for a period of 3 years.
What conditions will be on my licence?
Standard licence conditions will apply to all petrol stations. These have been reviewed by the petrol retailers' reference group. Read a sample licence.
Who can I contact for further information?
Please get in touch with the EPA on 8204 2004 or 1800 632 445 (country callers only), or by email.
