Terms and Conditions consultation

Please read our full proposed terms and conditions - Ramsgate Harbour Terms and Conditions 1 April 2025.

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This section explains the owners’ obligations when they have a vessel berthed at Ramsgate Royal Harbour.

We propose to add the following clause at section 1.3.20:

1.3.20 Gas Safety Certificate As outlined in the Boat Safety Scheme it is strongly recommended that all recreational and private vessel owners carry out a gas system check and get their system certified by a registered professional. For all vessels where permission has been given to live on board, a Gas Safety Certificate is required under the Gas Safety Regulations 1998, if appropriate.

We are proposing this change because we have reviewed best practice when it comes to the health and safety of our customers and this area is not currently covered within our terms and conditions.

This section explains the council’s management responsibilities at Ramsgate Royal Harbour.

We propose to amend the following clause at section 1.4.2 from:

1.4.2 Live On-Board Restrictions Ramsgate is not a residential marina. Except with the prior written consent of the Council by the Harbour Master, no person shall use or permit the use of the vessel in the Marina as the only or main place of abode of any person and, without prejudice to the foregoing, no person shall use or permit the use of the vessel as accommodation for more than 21 consecutive days nor for more than 180 days in total in any calendar year.

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1.4.2 Live On-Board Restrictions Ramsgate is not a residential marina. No person shall use or permit the use of the vessel in the Marina as the only or main place of abode of any person and, without prejudice to the foregoing, no person shall use or permit the use of the vessel as accommodation for more than 21 consecutive days nor for more than 180 days in total in any calendar year. This clause is for current and new berth holders. Previous approvals, still in force, will be honoured until such time that the occupier removes their vessel from the marina or terminates their live on board status.

We are proposing this change to clarify for customers that we are not a residential marina and new applications to live on board are not being accepted.

This section explains the financial responsibilities of vessel owners berthed at Ramsgate Royal Harbour.

We propose to add the following clause at section 1.5.10:

1.5.10 Published fees and charges These terms and conditions should be read in conjunction with the published fees and charges.

We are proposing this change because our customers need to be aware that both of these documents apply to services provided at Ramsgate Royal Harbour.

We propose to add the following clause at section 1.5.11:

1.5.11 Vessel recovery If the vessel sinks within the Marina, the council and / or its appointed contractors shall be entitled to raise and recover the vessel and to recoup any reasonable charges, fees and expenses incurred from the owner. Where reasonably practicable the owner will be given prior warning that the council is going to exercise its rights under this clause.

We are proposing this change because the current terms and conditions do not advise owners of this process.