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This item was resolved prior to the meeting.

At the Chair's request, Mr. Mohshin Ali presented the report regarding the application from Welcome Co-Op, Unit 2, 68 Smeed Road, London E3 2TF, to vary the premises license for an extension of licensable activities, including the sale of alcohol and late-night refreshments. It was noted that one local resident had raised objections, and another resident had made representations in support. In response to a question from Mr. Ali, the applicant confirmed that the correct premises address was Unit 2, 68 Smeed Road, London E3 2TF, rather than the address listed in the Council’s database.

At the Chair's request, Mr. Suresh Kanapath, Licensing Representative for the applicant, explained that the current conditions on the premises license were adequate to uphold the licensing objectives. However, he had proposed additional conditions to address concerns raised by the objectors regarding potential noise disturbances. It was noted that there had been ongoing communication between the premises manager and the objectors, and that the premises had been open for three years without any complaints in the past two years.

Mr. Kanapath further clarified that concerns about increased noise and traffic were unfounded, as customers who could not shop at the premises would simply go to another nearby location. The purpose of the business was to serve the local community, particularly residents returning home late from work who might want to purchase food.

It was also noted that the applicant had proposed conditions to limit delivery times and waste collection schedules in order to minimize any noise disturbances for local residents. Mr. Kanapath emphasized that no responsible authorities had objected to the application, and the police had agreed to the proposed conditions.

Members then heard from, Ms Lindsay Stano, a local resident and objector, voiced her concerns. While she was not opposed to the current premises license, she objected to the proposed variation for extended hours, particularly late-night hours. She expressed worries about the potential for increased noise, especially from produce deliveries and waste collection during extended hours. She also mentioned that the area was a quiet residential neighbourhood and that the requested hours were not in line with other local businesses in the area.

In response to questions, the following points were clarified:

• All waste and rubbish are kept in a designated area.
• Waste collection is managed by Co-Op management.
• Late-night refreshments would include tea, coffee, and hot snacks.
• The objector confirmed that complaints had been made directly to management.

Both parties then made their concluding remarks.

Decision

This is an application by Mr. Kailaspillai Sivasathan for a variation of premises licence in respect of Welcome Co-Op, Unit A2, 68 Smeed Road, London E3 2TF. 

The application sought: -

Late Night Refreshment (Indoors)

Monday to Sunday from 23:00 hours to 00:00 hours

Sale of Alcohol (off sales only)

Monday to Sunday from 06:00 hours to 00:00 hours.

Mr. Kanapathi, licensing agent for the applicant presented that the current conditions attached to the premises licence were sufficiently adequate to uphold the licensing objectives and  ...  view the full minutes text for item 4.2

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.

The following application decision deadlines were extended to 28^th February 2025;

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