The most important steps when opening a gas station

In order for a gas station (car gas station) to be considered legal in Ukraine, it is necessary to comply with a number of requirements and procedures. Here are the key steps to follow:

1. Planning and design: Check whether the chosen location meets the requirements for the construction of a gas station. Develop a gas station project, including architectural and engineering solutions, in accordance with regulations and requirements.
    
2. Obtaining building permits: Apply for a building permit with your local building control authority. Provide approved project documentation. Obtain the necessary permits and environmental approvals, if required.
    
3. Construction and installation of equipment: Ensure compliance of construction works with project documentation and standards. Install equipment in accordance with technical safety requirements.
    
4. Obtaining certificates and permits: After completion of construction and installation of equipment, obtain a certificate of acceptance of the gas station into operation. Check the compliance of the object with the project documentation and regulatory requirements. Obtain permission to operate high-risk equipment from the State Labor Service of Ukraine or a relevant body. Contact the State Tax Service of Ukraine to obtain a license to trade and store fuel.
    
5. Registration and opening: Register the gas station as a legal entity or enterprise, if it has not already been done. Make sure all paperwork and permits are in place and get the gas station up and running.

Gas station legalization is a complex process that requires compliance with a number of regulatory requirements and procedures. Proper planning, obtaining all the necessary permits and certificates, as well as the involvement of qualified specialists, such as lawyers, will help to avoid problems and ensure an efficient start-up of the gas station.

The most important documents that must be collected:

A number of documents and permits must be obtained for the legal commissioning of an automobile gas station (gas station) in Ukraine. Here is a detailed description of the documents and the process of obtaining them:

• Certificate of acceptance into operation of the completed object (СС3): The СС3 certificate is a confirmation that the object, in particular the gas station, was built in accordance with the project documentation and complies with all regulations and standards. Issuing body: the State Architecture and Urban Planning Inspection of Ukraine (DIAM), or the bodies of the State Architectural and Building Inspection (DABK) in local subdivisions. Procedure for receiving: After the completion of construction work and installation of all necessary equipment, submit the application together with the completed project documentation and other necessary documents. The authorized body will check the compliance of the project object with building regulations. After a successful check, a CC3 certificate is issued.
   
• Permit to perform work and use of high-risk equipment: The permit confirms that the equipment used at the gas station meets safety requirements and can be operated without harming the health and life of people and the environment. Issuing body: Territorial body of the State Labor Service of Ukraine (State Labor). Obtaining procedure: Apply together with documents for technical equipment and project documentation. The State Labor Service will conduct inspections of equipment compliance with safety requirements. After a successful inspection, you will receive a permit to perform work and use high-risk equipment.
   
• License for the right of retail trade and storage of fuel: The license allows for retail trade and storage of fuel at gas stations. Issuing authority: Office of the State Tax Service (STS) at the location of the gas station. A license to trade and store fuel is a mandatory document for the legal operation of an automobile gas station (gas station) in Ukraine. Here is how the process of obtaining this license works:

1. Preparation of documents: Collect all the necessary documents and prepare the application.
    
2. Submitting an application: Submit an application and accompanying documents to the State Tax Service (SST) office at the location of the gas station.
    
3. Verification of documents: DPS conducts a verification of compliance of documents with the requirements of the law.
    
4. Inspection and inspection of the facility: An on-site inspection may be conducted to assess the gas station's readiness for trading and fuel storage.
    
5. Issuance of a license: After a successful verification of documents and the facility, you will be issued a license to trade and store fuel.