Agenda, decisions and 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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ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION Minutes: The order of business was varied at the meeting, however the minutes are in the order as the agenda for ease of reference.
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Additional documents: Minutes: At the request of the Chair, Mr Andrew Heron, Licensing Officer, introduced the report which detailed the application for a new premises licence for Spianata & Co, 41 Brushfield, London E1 6AA. It was noted that an objection had been made by the Metropolitan Police.
At the request of the Chair, Mr Jack Speigler, Legal Representative gave a brief summary of the application and the nature of the business. It was noted that the premises was one of six roman bakeries selling sandwiches, salads drinks, etc. he explained that the hours applied for were modest with no regulated entertainment, hours within the Council’s framework hours and have put forward proposed conditions to safeguard any licensing issues. It was noted that the sale of alcohol would be ancillary to food and that the CCTV condition proposed by the Police was also accepted.
Mr Speigler explained that the premises would not have a negative impact on the saturation policy and cumulative impact zone as it was not a late night premises, not a bar and there would be no vertical drinking. He believed that the operating schedule addressed all the concerns raised and was confident that the operation of the premises would not add to the negative cumulative impact in the area.
Members then heard from PC Alan Cruickshank, Metropolitan Police, who stated that objections were made to all applications within the cumulative impact zone unless the applicant could demonstrate that there will be no negative cumulative impact on one or more of the licensing objectives.
In response to a question it was noted that only two types of Italian beer would be sold at the premises and would not be super strength.
Members retired to consider their decision at 2.20pm and reconvened at 2.25pm.
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 Licensing Policy.
Consideration
Each application must be considered on its own merits and the Chair stated that the Sub Committee had carefully considered all of the evidence before them and had taken account of the evidence submitted by both the objector and the applicant.
Members had reached a decision and this decision was unanimous. Members were satisfied that the conditions proposed would promote the licensing objectives.
Decision
Accordingly, the Sub-Committee unanimously –
RESOLVED
That the application for a New Premises Licence for, Spianata & Co, 41 Brushfield Street, London E1 6AA be GRANTED with conditions.
Sale of Alcohol (on sales only)
Monday to Sunday from 11:00 hours to 21:30 hours
Hours Premises is open to the Public
Monday to Friday from 07:30 hours to 22:00 hours Saturday & Sunday from 11:00 hours to 22:00 hours
Conditions
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Additional documents:
Minutes: At the request of the Chair, Mr Andrew Heron, Licensing Officer, introduced the report which detailed the application for a time limited premises licence for Ican Studios UK Limited, External Yard Area, 33-35 Monier Road, London E3 2PR. It was noted that objections had been made by a local resident, a local business and the Metropolitan Police.
At the request of the Chair, Mr Rhys Rose, Licensing Representative for the Applicant stated this application was for a number of summer events, the showing of World Cup games, church events, community events etc. he explained that they had been in consultation with the Police and believe that they can carry out the events with greater control if a time limited premises was granted.
Mr Philip Kirton, Applicant briefly explained that they had taken a run down warehouse 3 years ago and transformed it into a community hub. He also explained that there was a church project based at the premises which had also transformed over the years. Mr Bishop Malcolm, representing the Church Project explained the nature of the church project, helping people develop skills for employment, offer training and education for members of the local community. He explained that there was a demand to hold events and that the Applicants have demonstrated that they can comply with licence conditions by having a premises licence and successful temporary event notices.
Members were then shown before and after pictures of the warehouse, and were given the schedule of events taking place.
Members then heard from Mr Ali Dhaoma, representing Mr Feldman (Local Business) who explained that there had been several break ins since the premises had been open, and they always seem to be alcohol related as beer cans and bottles are found on the scene. He also expressed concerns of security, safety and public nuisance.
Members then heard from PC Mark Perry, Metropolitan Police who stated that he had worked closely with Ican Centres over the year, he explained they had a premises licence with 70 conditions and then stated that a time limited premises for the outdoor area was not suitable for the area in which the premises was in.
It was noted that the applicants were fairly new and generally did comply with conditions but required a lot of support, as officers have had to constantly go back to speak to them about keeping the noise down and general noise nuisance which has not been managed effectively. PC Perry then went on to give detailed accounts of the visits made at the venue by Police Officers with references to strong smells of drugs at the premises, ID scanners not working, complaints of loud music, people seen to be in the influence of alcohol and drugs, examples of poor management etc.
PC Perry concluded that the there had only been one church event to date and it was a venue primarily for clubbing during the day and night. It was also noted that no ... view the full minutes text for item 3.2 |
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Additional documents: Minutes: At the request of the Chair, Mr Andrew Heron, Licensing Officer, introduced the report which detailed the application for a variation of the premises licence for Ican Studios UK Limited, 35 Monier Road, London E3 2PR. It was noted that an objection had been made by a local resident.
At the request of the Chair, Mr Rhys Rose, Licensing Representative for the applicants explained that the premises had evolved over the past year, it was a local venue for residents and wanted to add an addition to the premises by opening a pizzeria. It was noted that there had been a consultation process and extra conditions had been agreed with Responsible Authorities.
The objector was not present at the meeting and there were no questions from Members.
Members retired to consider their decision at 2.40pm and reconvened at 2.45pm.
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 Licensing Policy.
Consideration
Each application must be considered on its own merits and the Chair stated that the Sub Committee had carefully considered all of the evidence before them. Members reached a decision and this decision was unanimous. Members were satisfied that the conditions proposed would promote the licensing objectives.
Decision
Accordingly, the Sub-Committee unanimously –
RESOLVED
That the application for a Variation of the Premises Licence to extend the licensable area, by adding a pizzeria at Ican Centres UK Ltd, 35 Monier Road, London E3 2PR be GRANTED with conditions.
Sale of alcohol (on sales only)
Sunday to Thursday from 10:00 hours to 23:00 hours Friday and Saturday from 10:00 hours to 00:00 hours (midnight)
The provision of Late Night Refreshments
Friday and Saturday from 23:00 hours to 00:00 hours (midnight)
The Opening Hours of the Premises
Sunday to Thursday from 10:00 hours to 23:00 hours Friday and Saturday from 10:00 hours to 00:00 hours (midnight)
Conditions
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ANY OTHER BUSINESS THAT THE CHAIR CONSIDERS URGENT Minutes: There was no other business.
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