The Licensing Act 2003 Sub-Committee of Waltham Forest Council met on Thursday, 29 May 2025, to consider an application for a premises licence for V's Burgers. The committee decided to grant the application in part, approving amended hours and additional conditions.

Application for a Premises Licence: V's Burgers

The Sub-Committee considered an application by Mr Valer Maci for a premises licence for V's Burgers, located at 507 Hale End Road, Chingford, London, E4 9PT. The applicant initially sought permission for the sale of alcohol (on and off the premises) and for recorded music and late-night refreshment to run daily from 12:00 to 02:00, with the premises open to the public from 08:00 to 02:30.

During the consultation period, eight representations were received from Other Persons ¹, primarily raising concerns about public nuisance and the prevention of crime and disorder. Following discussions with the Metropolitan Police, the applicant revised the proposed hours and introduced additional conditions.

The revised hours for the sale of alcohol and for recorded music and late-night refreshment were set from Sunday to Thursday between 12:00 and 23:30, and from Friday to Saturday between 12:00 and 00:30. The premises' opening hours were adjusted to Sunday to Thursday from 08:00 to 00:00, and Friday to Saturday from 08:00 to 01:00. These revised times and additional conditions were presented to all parties who had made representations, but all maintained their objections.

The Sub-Committee, chaired by Councillor Catherine Deakin, with members Councillor Raja Anwar and Councillor Kastriot Berberi, heard representations from the applicant, Mr Valer Maci. The applicant stated that he had operated the business for over three years without noise complaints and that he respected the local community, intending to put up signs encouraging customers to be quiet. He explained that V's Burgers is a fast-food restaurant, and cleanliness is a priority, with staff regularly checking tables. Double-glazed windows had been installed to reduce noise, and music would be played only for ambience. He also confirmed that he would contact the police if issues arose regarding crime and disorder. Regarding takeaway deliveries, a designated waiting area would be used, and drivers would be asked to be quiet. Mr Maci also mentioned his efforts to contact those who had made representations and his willingness to join PubWatch² and support the local community.

The Sub-Committee noted that no representations were made by Responsible Authorities ³, such as the police. They also acknowledged the concerns raised by the Other Persons but highlighted the lack of previous noise complaints and the applicant's commitment to working with the community and responsible authorities. The Sub-Committee was satisfied that the applicant had demonstrated the capability to run a business responsibly, would train staff, and was willing to make necessary changes to uphold the licensing objectives.

Ultimately, the Sub-Committee decided to grant the application in part. The approved hours for the sale of alcohol are Sunday to Thursday from 12:00 to 23:30, and Friday and Saturday from 12:00 to 00:30. For recorded music and late-night refreshment, the hours are Sunday to Thursday from 23:00 to 23:30, and Friday and Saturday from 23:00 to 00:30. The premises will be open to the public from Sunday to Thursday between 08:00 and 00:00, and Friday and Saturday between 08:00 and 01:00. These decisions were made in accordance with the provisions of the Licensing Act 2003.

Parties have the right to appeal this decision to Thames Magistrates' Court within twenty-one days of receiving the decision letter.