Liquor licence – Section 39 and 40 Certificates

A Section 39 and or 40 Certificate may be required when you apply for a liquor licence. Find out how to apply for the certificates. 

Overview of requirements

  • Planning approval: Section 40 certifies that the use of the premises meets relevant planning requirements.
  • Building approval: To be able to sign an unconditional Section 39, there must be a current occupancy permit/certificate of classification for the same use and class for that premises.
  • Environmental Health approval: To be able to sign an unconditional Section 39, the premises must meet all requirements related to health and food safety. 

Please note: Section 39 certificates are typically required for all new liquor licensing applications and alterations to existing licensed premises. An unconditional Section 39 can only be issued once the premises is built and ready to operate.  

How to apply for a Section 39 and 40 Certificates

Step 1: Complete the Liquor Licence application

Visit the Department of Local Government Sport and Cultural Industries website and complete the relevant liquor application. 

Step 2: Prepare documents for s39 and 40 Certificate applications

Ensure you prepare and include these documents with your application: 

  • A detailed site plan showing the location of the premises applying for the liquor licence 
  • A floor plan illustrating the internal layout, with the areas to be licensed clearly marked. 

Step 3: Complete and submit the application form

Please complete the relevant form/s with the required information and plans attached and submit to the Shire of East Pilbara. 

Step 4: Pay the application fee

The application fee is due with your application: 

  • Section 40 Certificate: $150 
  • Section 39 Certificate: $150

  • Applications for Not for Profits have no charge.

Payment methods vary by submission type: 

  • In person: Pay at the City’s Administration Centre with cash, cheque, EFTPOS, or credit card. 
  • Mail: Attach a cheque payable to the Shire of East Pilbara, PMB 22, Newman WA 6753.