election of chairman

part b minutes for information

application to vary premises licence under the licensing act 2003 – the three tuns public house, tanners street, faversham

The Chairman opened the meeting by introducing the Sub-Committee and the Officers. He explained that the Sub-Committee would consider two applications to vary Premises Licences, under the provisions of the Licensing Act 2003. He then explained that the application for the Three Tuns Public House would be heard first, followed by that of the Sondes Arms Public House. Mr Mossman, a representative from Shepherd Neame, presented the case for the applicants, Mr & Mrs Reynolds. He explained that the Three Tuns was a family run business and Mrs Reynolds had previously been a member of Shepherd Neame staff. The Three Tuns was situated in a mainly residential area with a predominately middle aged clientele. He referred to Swale Borough Council's Licensing Policy which promoted the development within communities of live music. He further advised that the application would allow greater flexibility and would not be used on a regular basis. Mr Mossman made reference to the letters of objection submitted by local residents. He advised that it was their intention to create a friendly and popular venue for local people and he did not want to cause friction with local residents. He explained that live music would cease at 2400 and no new customers would be admitted after 2300. In response to a question from a Member, Mr Mossman explained that no new customers would be admitted after 2300 at weekends. Mr Stonor spoke on behalf of the objectors. He highlighted a number of problems in particular noise disturbance, sleep deprivation and the possible adverse effect on a designated conservation area. He emphasised that as this was a mainly residential area the residents' peace and quiet would be significantly and unreasonably affected. In response to questions from Members, Mr Mossman explained that the garden area would not be used after 2300 and outside activities would cease at 2245. Live music was normally played inside around 12 to 15 times per year. The Chairman then invited local residents to make comments. The Sub-Committee adjourned to make their decision at 10.38 a.m. Members of the Sub-Committee, the Assistant Solicitor and the Democratic Services Officers left the meeting and returned at 11.10 a.m. when the Sub-Committee reconvened. The Chairman stated that the Sub-Committee had given weight to all parties in reaching a decision. The Chairman also reminded those present that the application could be subject to a Section 51 review in the future.

adjournment of meeting

The meeting was adjourned at 11.15 a.m. and reconvened at 11.27 a.m.

application to vary premises licence under the licensing act 2003– the sondes arms public house, selling

Mr Mossman, a representative for Shepherd Neame, presented the case for the applicant. He apologised for the absence of Mr Kemp, the designated premises supervisor and explained that the application had been made under another name. He informed Members that the Sondes Arms was a traditional community pub at the eastern end of Selling Village near the railway station. He advised that the Sondes Arms was a family friendly pub and was intended to be used as a venue for village Fun Days, Charities and other such events. The clientele was mainly local residents and farmers. Mr Mossman explained that the provision of live music outdoors would cease at 2200. Mr Mossman considered that, with the exception of the residents whose premises lay adjacent to the Sondes Arms, the other objections should be ignored as the distance between the Sondes Arms and their homes, at the Warren, was over 130 yards. He made reference to the objections regarding the number of cars in relation to the Sondes Arms but explained that as the station was so close and had limited parking, the large number of cars could often be attributed to station users. Dr Hutton then put forward his case in objection to the application. He addressed the four criteria outlined in Swale's Licensing Policy, in particular issues which pertained to safety, nuisance, crime and disorder and the protection of children. He emphasised that the later opening times would have an adverse effect on the inhabitants of the village. He further expressed concern that the lights from the Sondes Arms infiltrated through their window and longer opening hours would exacerbate the problem. Dr Hutton expressed concern regarding the land situated around the Sondes Arms and its possible use. In response, Mr Mossman advised that the land to the right of the Sondes Arms was not part of the tenant's tenure and could not therefore be used to extend the pub garden. In response to Dr Hutton, Mr Mossman explained that the youths and teenagers that congregated at the station were under age and would not therefore be granted access to the Sondes Arms. The Sub-Committee adjourned to make their decision at 11.50 a.m. Members of the Sub-Committee, the Assistant Solicitor and the Democratic Services Officers left the meeting and returned at 12.11 p.m. when the Sub-Committee reconvened. The Chairman stated that the Sub-Committee had given weight to all parties in reaching a decision. After advising of the Sub-Committee's decision, the Chairman reminded those present that the application could be subject to a Section 51 Review in the future.