*LSC8
TheSubCommitteeconsidereda reportthatsoughttodeterminean application for a newpremiseslicenceat 76 West Street,
Tavistock.
TheChairmanread out theorderoftheprocess.
TheLicensingOfficerproceededtopresentthe applicationandthecontentsof her report. She confirmed that the applicant had met
with the Police and agreed to changes in the licensing hours. There
were 9 representations, 5 in support and 4 objections. One
objection was withdrawn on agreement that works would be carried
out to insulate against noise. The shop would continue as a
furniture shop.
1.
AddressbyMs Bronson, the applicant
Ms
Bronson said that objections received were for concern of noise.
She confirmed the venue would be a lounge bar with a guitarist or a
pianist playing and not rock or disco music. The bar would be at
the rear of the building. CCTV cameras would be erected. Noise
tests had been carried out using an application that registers
decibels and the readings were not high and no break out noise was
recorded. Objectors had been invited to view the establishment. Ms
Bronson thanked the Police and the Licensing Specialist for their
help with the application.
2 Addressby Mr Bryant –
Landlord
Mr Bryant reiterated that sound tests had
been taken to determine acceptable levels. He had taken on several
renovation projects and was prepared to carry out the building
works required. In reply to Committee members questions Mr Bryant
confirmed that nearest residential neighbour was approximately 35
meters away. The building was Grade ll
listed and was in a conservation area. Both Ms Bronson and Mr
Bryant voiced their concerns that EH had not responded to emails
they had sent.
3 Addressby Mr Prior – in support of the
application
Mr Prior spoke in support of the
application. He confirmed that both Ms Bronson and Mr Bryant would
take all reasonable steps to prevent noise nuisance.
4 Address by Ian Luscombe – Cop
Lead for Environmental Health
Mr Luscombe spoke of concerns about the potential
for noise nuisance from music played at the premises. He explained
that these concerns were based on the Environmental Health
Officers’ knowledge of ...
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