Hospitality industry tools
Streamline hospitality business permit and licensing processes. Victoria is home to more than 30,000 hospitality businesses, including cafes, restaurants and bars. These businesses contribute significantly to the state’s vibrant culture and economy.
These tools assist councils to improve processes for hospitality permits and licences, making it faster and easier for businesses to open and operate.
Engaging with hospitality businesses
Local councils are often the first point of contact for hospitality businesses. These tools provide visual and written guidance that councils can share with businesses to help them understand and meet their regulatory requirements.
Business Approvals Journey Map - Hospitality
The Hospitality Business Approvals Journey Map helps councils communicate expectations and timelines for hospitality business customers.
Business Approvals Sector Guide – Hospitality
The Hospitality Business Approvals Sector Guide provides high-quality and sector-specific information for businesses wanting to operate in the sector.
Business Approvals 2D visual - Hospitality
The Hospitality Business Approvals 2D Visual provides a visual snapshot of the range of regulatory permits likely to be required to open a hospitality business. This helps councils communicate expectations.
More hospitality tools coming soon
We’re adding hospitality industry tools in the coming weeks*.* Check back soon for updates.
Updated 21 November 2024
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