Opening hours

Operating hours referred to in an operating licence refer to the period of time during which a business or entity is allowed to carry out commercial or operational activities at a specific location. This schedule is set by local authorities or legal regulations and may vary depending on the type of business and the applicable legislation in the country or region.

By including an operating schedule in the operating permit, a legal framework is required for the activities carried out by the business in terms of the daily schedule and the days of the week during which it can operate. This is important to ensure compliance with the rules and to minimise potential disruption or inconvenience to the local community.