Agenda, decisions and minutes

To receive any apologies for absence.

Apologies were received from Lis Williams (North Wales Police)

To receive any declaration of personal interest.

Councillor Gruffydd Williams (Local Member) in relation to item 6 on the agenda, (Premises Licence Application - Siop Traeth Becws Islyn, Nefyn) as his daughter worked in the café.

The Member was of the opinion that it was a prejudicial interest, and therefore he did not attend the meeting.

To note any items that are a matter of urgency in the view of the Chairman for consideration.

None to note

Talybont Uchaf Farm, Talybont, Bangor, Gwynedd  LL57 3YW.

To consider the application

To adjourn making a substantive determination on the application until such time the applicants have submitted and secured planning permission for the intended use of the premises as envisaged by the premises licence application.

If and when secure appropriate planning permission has been granted, this Sub-committee shall reconvene to further consider the matter and make a substantive determination.

APPLICATION FOR PREMISES LICENCE - TALYBONT UCHAF FARM, TALYBONT, BANGOR

Applicant                   Simon and Caroline Higham

Local Member           Councillor Dafydd Meurig,

Local residents    Liz Watkins, Meinir Jones, David Pritchard, Grace Crowe,        Peter Green, Geraint Hughes and Jên Morris

Apologies were received from Nigel Pegler, Haf Jones and Tina Moorcroft (local residents) and Aneurin Rhys (Development Control Officer - Planning Service)

The Chair welcomed everyone to the meeting. The Chair highlighted that all parties would be allowed up to 5 minutes to make their representations.

a)                   The Licensing Department's Report

Submitted – the report of the Licensing Manager giving details of the application for a premises licence for a converted grade II listed building to include a courtyard, party room and an indoor entertainment area.  The application was made in relation to the sale of alcohol on the premises only, live and recorded music, on and off the premises.

It was noted that the Licensing Authority Officers had sufficient evidence that the application had been submitted in accordance with the requirements of the Licensing Act 2003 and the relevant regulations. Reference was made to the measures that had been recommended by the applicant to promote the licensing objectives, and it was highlighted that these measures would be included on the licence.

Attention was drawn to the responses that had been received during the consultation period. It was noted that several objections had been received from nearby residents that were relevant to the licensing objectives of noise causing public nuisance, and concerns of a significant increase in traffic on the road leading to the premises

It was recommended that the Committee should approve the application in accordance with the requirements of the Licensing Act 2003. 

In considering the application, the following procedure was followed:-

·      Members of the Sub-committee and the applicant were given the opportunity to ask questions to the Licensing Manager

·      The applicant was invited to expand on the application

·      The consultees were given an opportunity to present their observations  The licensee, or their representative, was invited to respond to the observations.

·      Members of the Sub-committee were given an opportunity to ask questions of the licensee

·      Members of the Sub-committee were given an opportunity to ask questions of the consultees

Elaborating on the application, the applicants noted:

·      The intention was to create a venue that would offer unique, quality and luxurious events with accommodation.

·      That there was no such premises locally - it did not offer the same service as Hendre Hall.

·      It would give business assurance to local companies e.g. cleaners, florists 

·      That two roads lead to the premises and it was proposed to direct traffic to use one specific road.  This specific road was suitable with passing places and signage and directions would be shared with visitors to promote use

·      They lived at the premises and had a young family - they did not want to encourage noise problems. 

·      They wanted to work jointly with the community

·      They had invited nearby residents to attend a meeting to share information regarding  ...  view the full minutes text for item 4.

Siop Traeth Becws Islyn, Lon Gam, Nefyn, LL53 6ED

To consider the application

To grant the application

APPLICATION FOR PREMISES LICENCE - SIOP TRAETH BECWS ISLYN, LÔN GAM, NEFYN

Applicant                              Geraint Jones                                   

Local resident                       David Robinson

Apologies were received from Jane Spencer and Neil Cookson (local residents)

The Chair welcomed everyone to the meeting. The Chair highlighted that all parties would be allowed up to 5 minutes to make their representations.

a)    The Licensing Department's Report

Submitted – the report of the Licensing Manager giving details of the application for a premises licence for Siop Traeth Becws Islyn, Lôn Gam, Nefyn to sell local produce on the outskirts of the beach in Nefyn. The application was made in relation to playing recorded music on the premises and the sale of alcohol, on and off the premises. 

It was noted that the Licensing Authority Officers had sufficient evidence that the application had been submitted in accordance with the requirements of the Licensing Act 2003 and the relevant regulations. Reference was made to the measures that had been recommended by the applicant to promote the licensing objectives, and it was highlighted that these measures would be included on the licence.

Attention was drawn to the responses that had been received during the consultation period. It was noted that objections had been received from neighbouring residents that were relevant to the licensing objectives. Concerns were expressed regarding crime and disorder matters, litter on the beach and concerns about a substantial increase in traffic on the road and the lack of parking spaces.

It was recommended that the Committee approved the application in accordance with the requirements of the Licensing Act 2003.

In considering the application, the following procedure was followed:-

• Members of the Sub-committee and the applicant were given the opportunity to ask questions to the Licensing Manager.

• The applicant was invited to expand on the application.

• Consultees were given an opportunity to present their observations.

• The licensee, or their representative, was invited to respond to the observations.

• Members of the Sub-committee were given an opportunity to ask questions to the licensee.

• Members of the Sub-committee were given an opportunity to ask questions to the consultees.

in elaborating on the application, the applicant noted:

·         The proposal would support local businesses - selling local produce

·         The proposal would create local employment

·         He had run his bakery in Aberdaron for 10 years without any trouble

·         That the sale of alcohol in supermarkets was acceptable

·         Staff volunteered to collect litter from the beach - litter that did not come directly from the shop

·         The shop contributed to the local economy

·         The business was run responsibly and in an orderly manner

In response to a question regarding the need to sell alcohol from 8am, it was noted that from what was seen in Aberdaron, visitors tended to buy gifts of local produce before leaving the area.

The consultee in attendance took the opportunity  ...  view the full minutes text for item 5.

Vaynol Arms, Pentir, Bangor, Gwynedd

To consider the application

To grant the application

Applicant                   David Hughes

Local Member           Councillor Menna Baines

Officers:                     Ffion Muscroft (Environmental Health Officer)

Apologies were received from Dr Wyn James and Dr Caroline Lamers (local residents)

The Chair welcomed everyone to the meeting. The Chair highlighted that all parties would be allowed up to 5 minutes to make their representations.

a)    The Licensing Department's Report

Submitted – the report of the Licensing Manager giving details of the application for a premises licence for Vaynol Arms, Pentir, Bangor which was a public house and restaurant with an outdoor area at the back of the premises.  The application was made in relation to playing recorded music on the premises, playing live music, late night refreshments and the sale of alcohol, on and off the premises.

It was noted that the Licensing Authority Officers had sufficient evidence that the application had been submitted in accordance with the requirements of the Licensing Act 2003 and the relevant regulations. Reference was made to the measures that had been recommended by the applicant to promote the licensing objectives, and it was highlighted that these measures would be included on the licence.

Attention was drawn to the responses that had been received during the consultation period. It was noted that objections had been received from neighbouring residents, that were relevant to the licensing objectives. Concerns were expressed regarding noise matters and an increase in traffic and parking matters and it was suggested that the hours for the sale of alcohol should be reduced until 23:00 during the week and Sundays, and until 00:00 on Fridays and Saturdays.  Observations had been received from the Public Protection Department outlining concern regarding the hours to play live music outdoors.  It was highlighted that the applicant had agreed to withdraw this and to request live and recorded music only for the indoors of the premises. 

It was recommended that the Committee approved the application in accordance with the observations of Public Protection and the requirements of the Licensing Act 2003

In considering the application, the following procedure was followed:-

• Members of the Sub-committee and the applicant were given the opportunity to ask questions to the Licensing Manager.

• The applicant was invited to expand on the application.

• Consultees were given an opportunity to present their observations.

• The licensee, or their representative, was invited to respond to the observations.

• Members of the Sub-committee were given an opportunity to ask questions to the licensee.

• Members of the Sub-committee were given an opportunity to ask questions to the consultees.

in elaborating on the application, the applicant noted:

·         That the business had been using temporary events notices, however, by now he wanted to avoid using these 

·         That he was focusing on running a restaurant business rather than a public house

·         The previous licence of the public house permitted opening up to 01:00 - there was no intention to open until 01:00 - staff wanted to go home 

·         Food service would end at 20:30

·         That the hours were for occasional  ...  view the full minutes text for item 6.