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PE5a - Request for rescission of an order of closure
Used to request rescission of a closure order on a padlocked premises.

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PE7 - Request for access to premises
Used to request access to a padlocked premises.
Download Form (48 kb)
Download Instructions (21 kb)

Padlock Enforcement Unit
Used for general questions regarding the padlock law or to request a padlock appointment.
Electronic Submission of a request for an inspection from the Padlock Unit

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