The Licensing Sub Committee of Cardiff Council is scheduled to consider an application for a premises licence for Coffi Lab in Rhiwbina. The committee will review the proposed operating hours and conditions for the sale of alcohol, alongside representations received from a local councillor and a resident.

Application for Premises Licence: Coffi Lab, Rhiwbina

The committee is set to consider an application for a premises licence for Coffi Lab, located at 10 Heol y Deri, Rhiwbina, Cardiff, CF14 6HG. The applicant, Coffi Lab Ltd, is seeking permission for the sale of alcohol for consumption both on and off the premises, with proposed operating hours for alcohol sales from 10:00 to 20:30 daily. The premises themselves are proposed to be open to the public from 07:30 to 21:00 seven days a week.

The report pack outlines the four licensing objectives that must be promoted: the prevention of crime and disorder, public safety, the prevention of public nuisance, and the protection of children from harm. The committee will review the operating schedule submitted by Coffi Lab, which details the steps the applicant intends to take to uphold these objectives. This includes measures such as staff training, the installation of a CCTV system, an incident reporting system, and a zero-tolerance policy towards anti-social behaviour. For the protection of children, a 'Challenge 25' policy will be implemented, and patrons under 18 will not be permitted on the premises after 20:00 unless accompanied by a responsible adult.

The committee will also consider representations received regarding the application. Councillor Jayne Cowan, writing on behalf of local residents, has raised concerns about potential noise from the sale and consumption of alcohol in external seating areas, particularly during the quieter evening hours. Residents have requested that the sale of alcohol cease at 18:00 daily, while the café continues to operate. Clarification is also sought regarding the management of the rear external seating area and its inclusion within the licensed area. Further concerns have been raised about parking on a private access road adjacent to the premises and the management of waste, specifically the noise generated by the emptying of glass bottles into commercial bins.

In contrast, a letter of support from a local resident states: I would like to support the application for a premises licence for the above address. I believe this will make a positive contribution to the atmosphere and provision available in the village. ¹

The committee's role is to consider the application, representations, and the promotion of the licensing objectives, with the legal power to grant the application, modify its conditions, or reject it in whole or in part.