Before you make an application
Before you apply for registration, you need to make sure you have a correct Certificate of Registration from the Department of Labour.
For new premises: check if the premises are consented
If you applying for permanent use of an amusement device in a new premises, you will need to contact our resource consents team to ensure the business you are proposing is permitted in the location. There may be special requirements e.g. set operating hours and number of car parks, etc.
Check if your planned structural or plumbing changes require inspection – for new and existing premises
If you applying for permanent use of an amusement device in a new and existing premises, you will need to contact our building consents team if you are planning to make structural changes or intending to change how the building is used.
Make an application
While you prepare your application, you will need to speak to us about your requirements. Please get in touch with us.
- When you are ready to make an application, you will need to fill in the following forms:
Application for one off use of amusement device (PDF 146kb)
Application for permanent use of amusement device (PDF 71kb)
- Along with your application form make sure to submit the following:
The device's current Certificate of Registration from the Department of Labour
- The appropriate fee for your application:
For one off use
For one device: for the first seven days, or part thereof – $11.50
For each additional device operated by the same owner: for the first seven days or part thereof – $2.35
For each device: $1.15 for each further period of seven days or part thereof
For permanent use, we will advise you of the fee
Once the application is processed, a Certificate of Registration valid for one year will be sent to you.
Renewal of amusement device registration
To help you renew your existing permanent amusement device registration, each year we will send out an invoice and application form already filled in. Please make any changes necessary to the application form, sign the form, and return it with the appropriate fee. A new Certificate of Registration will be sent to you when we have received your application form and fee.
Your existing registration with Department of Labour is valid for two years and the process of renewal for it is separate to our Hutt City Council's Amusement Device Registration. You will need to provide a valid Department of Labour Certificate with your amusement device renewal application.
How long will it take?
Please ask us how long it is likely to take to process your application, as this can vary depending on your situation and requirements.
How much does it cost?
Costs will vary between different types of registrations. Our costs are available to be viewed on the fees and charges page.
We are required to levy an establishment fee for new premises, because setting up new premises may involve more inspection visits.