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DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST PDF 215 KB Members are reminded to consider the categories of interest, identified in the Code of Conduct for Members to determine: whether they have an interest in any agenda item and any action they should take. For further details, see the attached note from the Monitoring Officer.
Members are also reminded to declare the nature of the interest at the earliest opportunity and the agenda item it relates to. Please note that ultimately it is the Members’ responsibility to identify any interests and also update their register of interest form as required by the Code.
If in doubt as to the nature of an interest, you are advised to seek advice prior the meeting by contacting the Monitoring Officer or Democratic Services. Additional documents: Minutes: There were no declarations of interest made.
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To note the rules of procedure which are attached for information. Additional documents: Minutes: The rules of procedure were noted.
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MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING(S) PDF 318 KB To confirm as a correct record the minutes of the Licensing Sub-Committee held on 26th January, 2nd and 16th March 2021.
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Minutes: The minutes of the Licensing Sub Committee meetings held on 26th January, 2nd and 16th March 2021 were agreed and approved as a correct record.
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Minutes: At the request of the Chair, Mr Mohshin Ali, Licensing Officer, introduced the report which detailed the application for a new premises licence for The Breakhouse Café, Unit 17, Bloc Riverbank, London E3 2BT. It was noted that objections had been received on behalf of local residents and a local business.
Mr Craig Baylis, Legal Representative on behalf of the Applicant, explained that the restaurant was away from residential properties and in a business estate. He said that alcohol would only be sold ancillary to a meal. It was noted that there were no objections from Responsible Authorities and conditions had been agreed following consultation.
Mr Baylis explained that the premises had a small capacity 50 people, including 10 covers for the external area. It was a small outdoor area and tables would be cleared by 9pm.
Members then heard from Councillor Rachel Blake, who spoke on behalf of Mr Michael Dover, resident objector. She acknowledged that drinks would be served with meals only but raised concerns regarding the entrance to and exit from the premises. She stated that the premises did not have the relevant planning permission, there was no pavement on route to the premises and it was not a safe walkway for customers to get to and leave from the premises. Cllr Blake raised further concerns that the area had no lighting and was a private road not designed for public access and egress.
Mr Luke Wilson, Legal Advisor, at this point, advised Members that planning permission was not a relevant consideration for the Licensing Sub Committee when considering a premises licence application. Any submissions regarding this ought to be disregarded by the Sub-Committee.
Members then heard from Mr Wayne Llyod, resident, who briefly explained his concerns about the safety of customers, who may be frequenting the premises and leaving inebriated, as there was no pavement and no lighting. He also expressed concern that a licensed premise would encourage people to congregate outside the premises and cause public nuisance.
Members lastly heard from Mr Mark Smith, representing JB Riney & Co Ltd, who briefly explained the safety risks of not having a footpath for customers to use to get to and from the premises. He said that it was a private road and was mainly used by his company for the use of HGV fleet vehicles to access the business site. Mr Smith stated that with no lights and no footpath it would be dangerous for people to access the premises. Customers consuming alcohol at the premises would add further risk.
In response to questions from Members, the following was noted:
· The Café has been trading for 30 years. · The Applicant submitted that the Responsible Authorities would have objected had there been issues of public safety. · The hours applied for were within the council’s framework hours, the premises was not a bar or club, and alcohol would only be served with food. · There was support for the premises from local people in the area and those working in ... view the full minutes text for item 4.1 |
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Additional documents: Minutes: At the request of the Chair, Mr Mohshin Ali, Licensing Officer, introduced the report which detailed the application for a new premises licence for Railway Arches, 296-297 Cambridge Health Road, London E2 9HA. It was noted that objections had been received from officers representing the Licensing Authority, Metropolitan Police and Environmental Health.
Mr Giuseppe Catalano, Business Partner of the Applicant, spoke on behalf of the Applicant and briefly explained that they would like to stay open longer at night to attract more business. He said that they would follow the rules and regulations and any conditions set by the Licensing Sub Committee. It was noted that they would only sell hot food and drinks, and no alcohol. Mr Catalano said that they would be offering a service to the general public, and his clientele would be young people and people who worked late/night shifts. He said it was a small takeaway premises with a small garden area with tables and chairs. He did not envisage any noise emanating from the premises.
Members then heard from Ms Corinne Holland, Licensing Officer, who explained that a 24 hour licence exceeded the council’s framework hours. She noted that although it was a busy road, there were residents who lived in close proximity. She said the application did not address any of the licensing objectives and if a licence was to be granted then it was likely to attract customers who would congregate outside the premises. Ms Holland stated that she heard nothing from the Applicant or his business partner at the meeting to alleviate her concerns regarding the licensing objectives.
PC Mark Perry, Metropolitan Police, stated that a 24 hours licence was excessive. There were a number of venues in the local area and this premises was likely to attract customers leaving after a late night from one of the premises, or on the way to the overground. Customers were likely to be in high spirits which was likely to cause public nuisance during noise sensitive hours. PC Perry said that he had suggested conditions and reduced hours but there was no engagement from the applicant. He noted that the Applicant had demonstrated a lack of understanding of the licensing process and the licensing objectives. It was also noted that the premises was close to a Dependency Unit and could attract beggars leading to potential crime and disorder.
Members also heard from Ms Nicola Cadzow, Environmental Health Officer. She objected on the basis of public nuisance; she said the hours applied for were excessive and beyond Council’s framework hours. She expressed concern about the Applicant’s lack of understanding of the licensing objectives. She believed that there was no evidence provided by the Applicant to justify the granting of a premises licence, and therefore, she urged the Sub-Committee to refuse the application.
In response to questions from Members, the following was noted:
· The Applicant was confident that he could control any issues that may arise and would follow rules and ... view the full minutes text for item 4.2 |
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EXTENSION OF DECISION DEADLINE: LICENSING ACT 2003 The Sub Committee may be requested to extend the decision deadline for applications to be considered at forthcoming meetings due to the volume of applications requiring a hearing. Where necessary, details will be provided at the meeting.
Additional documents: Minutes: Members agreed to extend the decision deadlines for the applications below to the dates stated; Licensing applications were extended due to the impact of the pandemic, and were adjourned under regulation 11 of the Licensing Act 2003 (Hearings) Regulations 2005, and was in the public interest to do so and did not require representation from parties of the application.
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Application for a Temporary Event Notice for Car Park, 90-98 Sclater Street, London E1 PDF 123 KB Additional documents: Minutes: This application was withdrawn by the Applicant prior to the meeting.
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