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National Gambling Act, 2004 (Act No. 7 of 2004)

Chapter 3 : Jurisdiction and Licensing

Part E : Additional norms and standards concerning non-employment licences

56. Licence requirements, acquisitions and transfers

 

A licensing authority-

a) must refuse to issue a licence if the licensing authority considers that-
i) the proposed activity would be inconsistent with this Act or applicable provincial law; or
ii) the use of the proposed premises for the proposed activity would be contrary to existing zoning laws or rights;
b) may refuse to issue a licence if the provincial licensing authority considers that the proposed site-
i) is an unsuitable location for the proposed activity, having regard to this Act and applicable provincial law; or
ii) does not satisfy the requirements in terms of section 17, and
c) may refuse to issue a licence if the board considers that the proposed website or site for the location of the interactive gambling equipment is unsuitable for the proposed licensed activities having regard to this Act, any other applicable legislation or any other relevant factor