Transfer ownership of a commercial mooring licence

Introduction

If you've bought a business that has a commercial mooring licence, and you want to transfer the licence to your name, you'll need to submit an application. 

Commercial mooring licence transfer applications are subject to approval by Transport for NSW (TfNSW), and additional approvals/permits from other agencies may also be required.

Mooring sites are continually assessed against factors including:

• safety of navigation
• the environment
• the amenity of the area.

Note: In some instances the transfer of a mooring licence may not be permitted to proceed based on ongoing assessments or other approval/permit requirements.

Eligibility

The buyer of a business holding a commercial mooring licence that:

• provides approved marine type services to the boating public, or
• can only be accessed by water.

What you need

• the PDF form – 'Application for Initial or Transfer of a Commercial Mooring Licence'
• the organisation's details including contact numbers and business address (PO box is not acceptable)
• written authorisation of the nominated representative on business letterhead
• the nominated representative's personal and contact details including residential address (PO box is not acceptable)
• proof of identity for the business entity and the nominated representative
• the Relinquishment of Commercial Mooring section of the form signed by the previous licence holder
• a detailed description of the proposed usage of the mooring site and the associated shore based facilities, on business letterhead, together with any supporting documentation
• an authorised signatory as specified on the form (if applicable).

How to transfer

1. Select the 'Download PDF form' button.
2. Complete the form and gather the required documents.
3. Submit your application in person at a Service NSW Centre, or by post or email using the details on the form.

More information

• Once your application has been assessed, TfNSW will let you know the outcome.
• Licence fees are payable when the licence is issued.
• Any costs associated with the purchase, installation and servicing of mooring apparatus are your responsibility.