Existing food business
Upgrading or renovations of an existing food business may require a development application.
Any upgrading or renovations should be carried out in consultation with Council’s Environmental Health Officers.
You will need to get a copy of the annual food inspection report from the current owner.
The City of Newcastle provides a charged pre-purchase inspection service designed to help prospective buyers become aware of possible non-compliance issues prior to purchasing a food business.
The service includes:
- A comprehensive inspection by Council’s certified Environmental Health Officers
- A detailed report highlighting non-compliance issues relevant to potential buyers
- Consultation (upon request) to provide buyers with the knowledge on relevant legislation
Pre-purchase inspection application form (44.4Kb)
Pre purchase inspection checklist (19Kb)
Contact us
Please contact Council’s Development Officer on 02 4974 2036 for more information.
Contact us
City Administration Centre
282 King Street
Newcastle NSW 2300
Tel: 02 4974 2000