Agenda, decisions and draft minutes
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DECLARATIONS OF DISCLOSABLE PECUNIARY INTEREST PDF 56 KB To note any declarations of interest made by Members, including those restricting Members from voting on the questions detailed in Section 106 of the Local Government Finance Act, 1992. See attached note from the Monitoring Officer.
Minutes: There were no declarations of disclosable pecuniary interest.
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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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Application for a New Premises Licence for 489 Hackney Road, London, E2 9ED PDF 87 KB Additional documents: Minutes: At the request of the Chair, Ms Kathy Driver, Principal Licensing Officer, introduced the report which detailed the application for a new premises licence for 489 Hackney Road, London E2 9ED. It was noted that there had been objections from local residents.
At the request of the Chair, Mr James Manero, Applicant stated that upon mediation with the Metropolitan Police the application had been amended and the hours had been reduced. He stated that he understood the concerns of residents and it was of a mutual interest that customers did not cause public nuisance as it would affect his business and the livelihood of local residents and their right to peace and quiet. Mr Manero highlighted that there was limited information in the objections from residents and the common theme in the objections where in relation to live music being played till 05:00 hours. He explained that the hours had now been reduced and proposed conditions would alleviate any remaining concerns.
It was noted that live music would be transmitted through the in-house music system and a noise limiting devise would be installed. That the ground floor and lower ground floor would be for licensable activities and not the mezzanine, which was currently being used as a computer repair shop. It was further noted that during operational hours there would be a designated area for smokers limited to 10 people at any one time, this would be controlled by a SIA door supervisor and a receptionist.
Mr Manero explained that no drinks would be taken outside the premises and this would be managed by the receptionist and signs displayed around the premises. He then gave a brief summary of his experience of working in and managing bars. He concluded that this would be a high end classic cocktail bar for a capacity of 40 people for a mature clientele which would not add to problems in the area.
Member then heard from Peter Owens. Damian Kelleher, Luke Streatfield and Blanca Brava, local residents who expressed similar concerns of increased anti-social behaviour, litter, public nuisance, change in amenity, and primarily noise disturbance from customer smoking outside and when leaving the premises late at night.
In response to questions the following was noted
Members retired to consider their decision at 6.40pm and reconvened at 7.05pm.
The Licensing Objectives
In considering the application, Members were required to consider the same in accordance ... view the full minutes text for item 3.1 |
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Additional documents: Minutes: At the request of the Chair, Ms Kathy Driver, Principal Licensing Officer, introduced the report which detailed the application for a Time Limited premises licence for Oktoberfest 2014, Millwall Park, London E14. It was noted that there had been objections from local residents and a Councillor.
There were concerns raised in relation to the damage to the Park after the event took place last year, Mr Luke Elford, Legal Advisor, explained that this was not a relevant consideration of the Licensing Sub Committee and would need to be raised with the relevant Council department.
At the request of the Chair, Mr Carsten Raun, Applicant stated that there would be 10,000 guests over the weekend event and customers would mainly be from the borough. He explained that there would be a family day on the Sunday which proved to be a success last year. It was noted that it was a well run event last year with no complaints from any responsible authorities. Mr Raun concluded that this year he would introduce more toilet facilities at the DLR station and more stewards along the dispersal route which would improve the concerns raised by residents.
Members then heard from Councillor Peter Golds, speaking on behalf of Councillor Gloria Thienel, and local residents Mr Gareth Hargreaves and Glen McCarthy who addressed similar concerns of anti-social behaviour, public nuisance, public urination on public and private spaces, and the increase in litter as a result of the event.
In response to questions the following was noted;
· That there were no incidents of crime or disorder or public nuisance reported to any responsible authority · That feedback from the police after the event last year was positive and as a result they would be reducing the number of officers attending this year’s event. · That no confiscations were made during entry searches last year. · That it was a cultural event and those attending the event were between the ages of 25-75. · That there were no DLR closures scheduled during the event and there had been no problems at last year’s event. · That there would be an increase in the stewards from 6 to 8, this year and signage would be displayed directing customers to the exist routes. · That track mats would be used and there would be no driving on the grass. · That there event was age restricted to 18 years and over, except for Sunday during the family event when children would be allowed when accompanied by adults. · That there was one bar area in the tent and therefore easy to manage. · That there was 16 SIA security staff at last years event. · That there would be an additional two stewards this year to patrol outside the tent.
Members retired to consider their decision at 7.55pm and reconvened at 8.50pm.
The Licensing Objectives
In considering the application, Members were required to consider the same in accordance with the Licensing Act 2003 (as amended), the Licensing Objectives, the Licensing Guidance and the Council’s Statement of ... view the full minutes text for item 3.2 |
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Additional documents: Minutes: This item was resolved prior to the meeting.
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