I don't have all these required documents at present. Can I submit them afterwards?

Unless you submit these documents, your application will not be processed and you cannot start the business by submitting an incomplete application.

Where is the Police Licence available?

• 1) Police Licenses are issued from the office of the Police Commissioner.
• 2) Orchestra, D. J. Music, Ghazals, etc. a space license grants for the entertainment program.

 I have submitted all the documents. Are there any other requirements

After receipt of all the required documents, the application will be processed. enquiries will be made by the concerned Police station regarding the suitability of place and also the law and order situation.

What is the fee structure?

Fees

• 1. Cinema license - Up to 200 seats Rs. 2,000. Up to 500 seats Rs. 3,000. Above 501 seats Rs. 4,500.
• 2. Ticket selling license Rs. 500.
• 3. Addition/Alteration in the license. Rs. 25.
• 4. Duplicate license Rs. 50.

I don't have all these required documents at present. Can I submit them on a later date?

Unless you submit these documents, your application will not be processed and you cannot start the business by submitting an application with incomplete documents.

I don't have all these required documents at present. Can I submit them afterwards?

Unless you submit these documents, your application will not be processed and you cannot start the business by submitting an incomplete application.

I have submitted all documents. Are there any other requirements?

After the receipt of all the required documents, the application will be processed. Enquiries will be made by the concerned Police station regarding suitability of the place as well as the law and order situation.

How much time will this process take?

The process will take minimum two month's time.

I have submitted all the documents. Are there any other requirements?

After receipt of all the required documents, the application will be processed. enquiries will be made by the concerned Police station.

What is the procedure if the applicant is minor?

If the applicant is a minor, then the application should be accompanied by a copy of both the passport or the application form along with the printed copies of the Aadhar card. Also add the sample 'D' (Annexure D) along with it.

What is the procedure of renewal of license?

For renewal of the license you will have to submit following documents along with the application:

• 1. NOC from the electrical Inspector.
• 2. NOC from the Health Officer, BMC
• 3. NOC from CFO
• 4. Certificate from MTNL
• 5. NOC from PWD

How long does it take to process the grant of license to a proposed Amusement/Water Park ?

This procedure requires minimum two months time.

The license is late for renewal since license holder is out of Mumbai. What should I do?

Deposit the weapon to the nearest Police station. Obtain receipt for the same. Fill up the renewal form and leave the license with A & A Branch. When the license holder returns, ask him to come into the office and collect the license.

I have submitted all the documents. Are there any other requirements?

After receipt of all the required documents, the application will be processed. Enquiries will be made by the concerned Police station regarding suitability of the place as well as on the law and order situation.

What kind of a license is required for a permit room?

Police License is not required by the government order dated December 22, 2015.

What about the enquiries regarding suitability of place?

Enquiries will be made by the concerned/local Police station on the following points:

• 1. Whether the premises (where pool table situated) are commercial or non- commercial.
• 2. The distance of the site from any educational institution, hospital or religious place located within 75 meters.
• 3. Terms and conditions of the games.
• 4.Whether the game is played for prize; if so, then what is the prize, and how long it will be played and also by how many players. Also, their details.
• 5.How many staff are employed or will be employed, their work and responsibility, whether they are trained or otherwise.
• 6. Whether any other activity is going on apart from the pool game; details of these activities.
• 7. Details of tables with accessories.
• 8. Details of fans, distance between tables, seating capacity (when all tables are busy) etc.
• 9. Whether beverages, drinks, eatables or any other item is served to the visitors.
• 10. Proposed timings of opening and closing of the establishment.
• 11. Whether smoking is allowed inside the premises.
• 12. Whether there is a trainer, if so the details to be provided.
• 13. Whether the proposed place is located in a congested and thickly populated area.
• 14. Names and address of the owner or partner of the place of amusement.
• 14. Names and address of the owner or partner of the place of amusement.
• 14. Names and address of the owner or partner of the place of amusement.

What is the procedure for renewal of the license?

For renewal of the license you will have to submit the following documents along with the application:

• 1. Certificate of lightning conductor.
• 2. NOC from the electrical Inspector
• 3. NOC from the Health Officer, BMC
• 4. NOC from CFO, BMC
• 5. Certificate from MTNL
• 6. NOC from PWD
• 7. NOC from Traffic Police regarding parking.
• 8. Name and address of the manager, projector operator and electrician.
• 9. NOC from the Collector. After the receipt of the same, enquiries will be made through the local Police Station and after receipt of the report, the license will be renewed.

I have submitted all the documents. Are there any other requirements?

After the receipt of all the required documents, the application will be processed. Enquiries will be made by the concerned Police station regarding the suitability of place. A report will also be called from the traffic department on the Traffic point of view.

I have submitted all the documents. Are there any additional requirements?

After receipt of all required documents, the application will be processed. Enquiries will be made by the concerned Police station regarding suitability of the place and the law and order situation.

Under what rules do you issue the license and the documents required for it?

Rules for Licensing and Controlling places of Public Amusement (other than cinemas) and Performances for Public Amusements including Melas and Tamashas, 1960.

Under which law the license is required?

Maharashtra Cinema (Regulation) Rules, 1966

Under what rules the license is issued and what are the required documents?

The rules for Licensing, Controlling and Prohibiting the use of loudspeakers in or near all public places and any public entertainment in Greater Bombay, 1994.

What is procedure for change of name following marriage, remarriage or divorce?

The procedure is as follows

• a) A woman applying for the first time for a passport in her married name or for change of name/surname in the existing passport on account of marriage should furnish: i) A photocopy of the husband's Passport if any, and ii) An attested copy of the marriage certificate issued by Registrar of Marriage and affidavit of the husband and wife along with a joint photograph.
• b) Divorcees applying for change of name or deletion of spouse's name in existing passport must furnish: i) Divorce deed duly authenticated by the court, or ii) Deed poll/sworn affidavit.
• c) Re-married applicants applying for a change of name/spouse's name should furnish: i) Divorce/death certificate as the case may be in respect of first spouse, and ii) Documents as (a) above relating to second marriage.
• d) In other circumstances for change of name, the applicant (both male and female) should furnish: i)A deed poll/sworn affidavit. ii) A paper cutting of two leading daily newspapers(one daily newspaper should be of the area of applicants permanent and present address of nearby area)

What are the renewal charges?

Same as given in fee structure.

Which are the fees for the grant of license to a proposed Amusement/Water Park ?

The fee structure is as under.

• Premises license fee Rs. 500 per machine/per game (per month).
• Ticket selling fee Rs. 500 per year.
• Performance license fees- Computer/ Virtual Reality Game Rs. 2,000/- per machine/per month.

How should I obtain a T.J.P.? (Temporary Journey Permit)

Submit an application on a plain paper with Rs. 5/- Court Fees, Stamp. Attach a copy of the license. Next day, pay a fee of Rs. 20/- and you will get a TJP. This is only valid for 30 days and is subject to local restrictions imposed by the local authority.

What kind of License is issued for a guest-house/ lodge?

Police License is not required by the government order dated December 22, 2015.

What about enquiries regarding suitability of the place?

Enquiries will be made by the concerned/local Police station on the following points:

• 1.Whether the place is surrounded by narrow streets (Street less than 40 feet in width).
• 2. Whether the place is situated in a predominantly commercial area; a license will not be granted if the premises are used exclusively for residential purposes.
• 3. Even in case of predominantly commercial areas, preference will be given to places of public amusement that are situated in the premises or compounds of big residential hotels.
• 4. A license will not be granted if the place is situated in the close vicinity of a place of religious worship, educational institutions like schools, colleges, coaching classes etc. (in the vicinity means within the parameter of 75 meters).
• 5. A license will not be granted if noise or sound created in the premises is audible from a distance of 15 feet (4 metres).
• 6. The amusement parlor should not be opened before 8.00 a.m. and should not run beyond 11.00 p.m.
• 7. A license will not be issued if a similar place of amusement exists within a radius of 75 meters.
• 8. The distance between two machines should not be less than 30 centimeters.
• 9. Machines should be installed on either side of the room with the rear end facing the wall. If this is the case then there should be a minimum distance of two meters between the two rows so that adequate space would be available for the face movement of players.
• 10. If the entrance of the place is not located at the end of the two walls of the room but at the side near to any wall, there should be a minimum distance of 2 meters between the door and the first machine near the door.

Why so many NOC's are required? Are they really necessary?

NOC's are required as per the rules and hence they are mandatory. Unless you submit them, your application will not be considered.

What are the renewal charges?

Same as given in fee structure.