The Licensing Sub-Committee of Arun Council met on 25 June 2024 to discuss the premises licence application for Gondals Property Limited. The committee approved the licence with conditions after considering objections from local residents and representations from the police.

Gondals Property Limited Premises Licence Application

The primary focus of the meeting was the premises licence application submitted by Gondals Property Limited. The application sought permission to sell alcohol and provide late-night refreshment at their new location. The committee reviewed the floor plan and the plan of the location.

Objections from Local Residents

Several local residents submitted objections to the application, which were documented in Appendix 3. Concerns were raised about potential noise, anti-social behaviour, and the impact on local amenities. One resident stated, The late-night activities could lead to increased noise levels and disturbances in our neighbourhood, highlighting the community's apprehensions.

Police Representations

The police also made representations, which were included in Appendix 4. They agreed to certain conditions to mitigate potential issues, such as the installation of CCTV and the implementation of a strict age verification policy. The police's stance was that these measures would help maintain public safety and order.

Committee Decision

After deliberation, the committee decided to grant the premises licence to Gondals Property Limited with specific conditions aimed at addressing the concerns raised. These conditions included the installation of CCTV, adherence to noise control measures, and a robust age verification system. The committee believed that these conditions would balance the business's needs with the community's welfare.

For more details, you can refer to the Public reports pack and the Premises Licence report.