Council may consider a one-off request for an extension of time to submit an annual fire safety statement in cases where there is a legitimate unanticipated event which prevents you from meeting the due date (fees apply – see Fees and Charges below).

This is called a Request to Stay Penalty Notice.

To apply you must:

• Make sure all sections of the application form below are completed, and all the requested documents are attached.
• Include enough evidence to show that a legitimate unanticipated event has occurred.

Please note:

• Incomplete or late applications, or those without valid reasons, will not be accepted and enforcement action may apply.
• If you have a history of making late submissions, we are unlikely to support your application.
• A maximum of three to six months extension from the original due date will be given. If you are unable to submit a complete Annual Fire Safety Statement within the approved time, a Fire Safety Order may be issued.
• Receiving an extension will not change your due date for future years.
• If you require an extension due to unauthorised building works, we recommend you seek independent planning and building advice.
• If your fire safety measures are being upgraded, please seek independent planning and building advice to determine if planning approval is required.

Application form

Use the form below to request a Stay of Penalty Notice.

A higher fee is charged if you submit this form after your due date. We will invoice you for the appropriate fee (shown below).

Annual Fire Safety Statement - Request to Stay Penalty Notice(s) PDF, 778.9 KB