To consider an application for a new Premises Licence in respect of Oasis, 1 Churchill Court, Bolton Street , Brixham.

Members considered a report on an application for a Premises Licence in respect of Oasis, 1 Churchill Court, Bolton Street, Brixham.

Written Representations received from:

Oral Representations were received from:

Decision:

That the application for a Premises Licence in respect of Oasis, 1 Churchill Court, Bolton Street, Brixham be approved, as applied for, subject to the addition of the conditions proposed by the Police and agreed by the Applicant.

Reasons:

Having carefully considered all the written and oral representations, Members unanimously resolved to grant the licence having been satisfied that the additional conditions proposed by the Police and agreed by the Applicant, would promote the Licensing Objectives and seek to alleviate the concerns raised by objectors.

In coming to their decision, Members noted that the Applicant had engaged positively with local residents and had demonstrated a responsible approach to operating the premises, including the implementation of measures such as CCTV coverage, Challenge 25 policy, staff training and litter management. 

Members considered the concerns raised by four local residents within their written representations, noting that none attended the hearing, and felt that these had been addressed through what was an impressive and thorough oral submission by the proposed Designated Premises Supervisor, who clearly set out how the premises would be managed, and their proposed operational safeguards.  Members were reassured that along with the additional conditions, as proposed by the Police Licensing Officer, the concerns raised would be addressed.

It was noted the premises would be operating primarily as a grocery store, and that no alcohol would be consumed on the premises   Members were mindful that there is currently no 24-hour shop in Brixham and resolved that the premises would provide a beneficial service to the local community, increase the offer in the area, and provide employment.

Members also considered the significant support from local residents for the Application as evidenced by the petition supplied by the Applicant affixed with 45 signatures, with more provided since submission.  Members were satisfied that the application as submitted, with the addition of the agreed conditions, would not undermine the Licensing Objectives and therefore unanimously resolved to grant the licence.