The Eastbourne Borough Council Licensing Sub-Committee met to discuss the application for a new premises licence for Joy Bar, located at 4 Bolton Road, Eastbourne. The committee decided to grant the licence with specific conditions to address public concerns.

Joy Bar Premises Licence Application

The primary focus of the meeting was the application for a new premises licence for Joy Bar, situated at 4 Bolton Road, Eastbourne. The application, detailed in the Report of the Chief Executive, sought permission to serve alcohol and provide entertainment.

Public Concerns and Representations

Several public representations were submitted, highlighting concerns about potential noise, anti-social behaviour, and the impact on local residents. These concerns were documented in Appendix 4 - Public Representation. One resident stated, The late-night noise from the bar will disrupt our peace and quiet, while another mentioned, We are worried about increased anti-social behaviour in the area.

Committee Decision

After considering the application and public representations, the committee decided to grant the premises licence with specific conditions aimed at mitigating the raised concerns. These conditions include:

• Limiting the hours of alcohol service to reduce late-night disturbances.
• Implementing soundproofing measures to minimise noise impact on neighbouring properties.
• Increasing security presence to address potential anti-social behaviour.

Councillors debated the balance between supporting local businesses and protecting residents' quality of life. One councillor remarked, We must support our local economy, but not at the expense of our residents' well-being.

Additional Documentation

The meeting also referenced several key documents, including the current premises licence and the plan of the premises, to ensure all aspects of the application were thoroughly reviewed.

For more detailed information, the public reports pack and the agenda frontsheet are available for public access.