The Licensing Panel is scheduled to convene to address a premises licence variation application, and to appoint a chair. The main item for consideration is an application to vary a premises licence for 299-303 Chiswick High Road, which has drawn objections and support. Councillors will also be reminded of the need to declare any interests they may have in the matters to be discussed.

Here is what is in the reports pack for discussion:

Variation of Premises Licence - 299-303 Chiswick High Road

The Licensing Panel will consider an application by KSMV Properties Ltd to vary the premises licence for 299-303 Chiswick High Road, W4 4HH.

KSMV Properties Ltd is applying to extend the current licensing and trading hours by one hour on Fridays and Saturdays, and on evenings before public holidays. The proposed variation would apply to both the ground floor and basement of the premises.

The applicant is requesting the following hours:

• Supply of alcohol for consumption on and off the premises: Sunday to Thursday 09:00 to 00:30, Friday to Saturday 09:00 to 02:00
• Live music, Recorded music (Indoors): Sunday to Thursday 23:00 to 00:00, Friday to Saturday 23:00 to 02:00
• Late-night Refreshment (Indoors): Sunday to Thursday 23:00 to 00:30, Friday to Saturday 23:00 to 02:00
• Hours premises are open to the public: Sunday to Thursday 09:00 to 00:30, Friday to Saturday 09:00 to 02:00

The report notes that the premises are in an area of mixed residential and commercial properties.

The Licensing Panel has the option to:

• Grant the application in full.
• Grant the application with modifications.
• Reject the application in whole or in part.

Representations

The council has received representations regarding the application, which are scheduled to be discussed at the meeting.

• A Senior Principal Regulatory Officer has raised concerns about noise from the premises, stating that they have recently received renewed complaints and have significant concerns with regards the extending of the hours .
• One ward councillor, Councillor Joanna Biddolph, has objected to the application, citing a high risk of increased crime, risks to public safety and public nuisance. Councillor Biddolph also raises concerns about breaches of licensing conditions and planning permission, the disruptive effect of music on nearby residents, waste management, vermin, drug taking and dealing, and public safety in relation to a fire exit.
• Three representations from other persons have been received, all concerned with the extension of the hours.
• One ward councillor, Councillor Ranjit Gill, has expressed support for the application, stating that it is in line with neighbouring businesses and will help the economy grow.

Licensing Policy Considerations

The report draws attention to several sections of the Hounslow Licensing Policy, including:

• Section 2.1: The council will consider the operating schedule submitted by the applicant, the suitability of the premises, any cumulative impact policy in effect, and any representations received.
• Section 2.2: Further conditions may be placed on licences if issues are not addressed within the operating schedule.
• Section 2.6: The licensing authority acknowledges it cannot control anti-social behaviour of individuals beyond the direct control of the licensee, but the licensee has a degree of responsibility for persons in the immediate vicinity of the premises.

Background Information

The report also includes background information on the premises, stating that it is currently licensed for:

• Supply of alcohol on and off the premises: Sunday to Thursday 09:00 to 00:30, Friday & Saturday 09:00 to 01:00
• Live music, recorded music: Sunday to Thursday 23:00 to 00:00, Friday & Saturday 23:00 to 01:00
• Late night refreshments: Sunday to Thursday 23:00 to 00:30, Friday & Saturday 23:00 to 01:00
• Hours premises are open to the public: Sunday to Thursday: 09:00 to 01:00, Friday and Saturday: 09:00 to 01:30

The report states that the applicant has completed an operating schedule, outlining measures to promote the four licensing objectives¹.

The four licensing objectives are:

• Prevention of crime and disorder
• Prevention of public nuisance
• Public safety
• Protection of children from harm

299-303 Chiswick High Road - Report.pdf

The report notes that no additional conditions are proposed in relation to these objectives.

Declaring Interests

At the start of the meeting, councillors will be reminded to consider the Monitoring Officer Note on Interests and declare any pecuniary or other registerable interests they may have in the matters to be discussed. They will be reminded that they must not take part in any discussion or vote on any matter in which they have such an interest.

Appointment of Chair

The panel will appoint a chair for the meeting. The Order of Business states that the panel will elect a chair at the beginning of the meeting.