New Premise on Former Odeon Site

10 St Margarets Street, IPSWICH, Suffolk, IP4 2AT

Completed application 050774 which is a Conversion (Grandfather Rights) for Premises Licence from 24/09/2015 to indefinite

Applicant(s)

Designated Premises Supervisor

Permitted Activities

• a performance of live music
• any playing of recorded music
• a performance of dance
• the sale by retail of alcohol
• provision of late night refreshment

Additional Conditions

• Annex 1 - Mandatory Conditions

   

  Where licence authorises the supply of alcohol

   

  (1) No supply of alcohol may be made under the premises licence-

  (a) at a time when there is no designated premises supervisor in respect of the premises licence, or

  (b) at a time when the designated premises supervisor does not hold a personal licence or his personal licence is suspended.

  (2) Every supply of alcohol under the premises licence must be made or authorised by a person who holds a personal licence.

  Door Supervision

   

  Where a premises licence includes a condition that at specified times one or more individuals must be at the premises to carry out a security activity, each such individual must be licensed by the Security Industry Authority.

   

• Annex 2 - Conditions consistent with the Premises Operating Schedule

   

  Conditions consistent with the Operating Schedule Toolkit

   

  CONDITIONS RELATING TO THE PREVENTION OF CRIME AND DISORDER

   

  Door Supervisors

  I will make sure that where there are 5 or more door supervisors, at least one of these will be female.

   

  CCTV & Communication

  I will ensure that any cameras covering the exterior of the premises are left to record for the duration of the tape and for a period not less than …. (please specify). (Where members of the public congregate outside the premises after they are closed)
  	I will put up notices advising that CCTV has been installed on the premises so that they are clearly visible to the public within the licensed premises.

   

  Bottles and Glasses

  Where glass bottles are used, they will be retained or disposed of on the premises.
  	No customers will be admitted, or permitted to leave when carrying open or sealed bottles or glasses

   

  Drinks Promotions

  I will adopt and comply with the British Beer and Pub Associations Guidelines on On-Trade Promotions.

   

  Prohibited Substances

  I will ensure that a secure deposit box is kept on the premises for the retention of confiscated items and ensure that the Police are advised of any items which require safe disposal.

  Notices

  I shall ensure that public information notices about crime and disorder issues are displayed at the request of the Council or the Suffolk Constabulary. (e.g. Customer Code of Conduct)
  	I will display any restrictions on the admittance of individuals according to age (e.g. Children) on or immediately outside the premises.
  	I will display any conditions of entry to the premises in the vicinity of any entrance to the premises.

   

  CONDITIONS RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY

   

  Escape Routes

  I will make sure that escape routes and exits, including external exits, are maintained to ensure that they are not obstructed, in good order with non-slippery and even surfaces, free of trip hazards and clearly identified.
  	I will make sure that where chairs and tables are provided, internal gangways are kept unobstructed.
  	I will make sure that all exit doors are easily openable and do not require  the use of a key, card, code or similar means
  	I will make sure that doors at such exits are regularly checked to ensure that they function satisfactorily and a record of the check is kept.
  	I will make sure that any removable security fastenings are removed whenever the premises are open to the public or occupied by staff.
  	I will make sure that all fire doors are maintained effectively self-closing and not held open other than by approved devices (for example, electromagnetic releases operated by smoke detectors).
  	I will make sure that fire resisting doors to ducts, service shafts, and cupboards are kept locked shut.
  	I will make sure that the edges of the treads of steps and stairways are maintained so as to be conspicuous.

   

  Safety Checks

  Safety checks are carried out before the admission of the public or club members and guests; and details of such checks are kept in a Log-book.

   

  Curtains, Hangings, Decorations and Upholstery

  I will make sure that hangings, curtains and temporary decorations are maintained in a flame-retardant condition.
  	I will make sure that any upholstered seating meets on a continuous basis the pass criteria for smouldering ignition source 0, flaming ignition source 1 and crib ignition source 5 when tested in accordance with section 5 of Bs 5852:1990.
  	I will make sure that Hangings, curtains and temporary decorations are arranged so as not to obstruct exits, fire safety signs or fire-fighting equipment.
  	I will make sure that Temporary decorations are not used without prior notification to the licensing authority/fire authority.

   

  Fire Action Notices

  I will make sure that notices detailing the action to be taken in the event of fire or other emergencies, including how the fire brigade should be summoned, are prominently displayed and protected from damage and deterioration.

   

  Outbreaks of Fire

  The fire brigade will be called at once to any outbreak of fire, however slight, and the details recorded in a Fire Log-book.

   

  Loss of Water

  I will notify the local Fire Control Centre as soon as possible if the water supply to any hydrant, hose reel, sprinkler, drencher or other fire extinguishing installation is cut off or restricted.

  Access for Emergency Vehicles

  Access for emergency vehicles is kept clear and free from obstruction

   

  Disabled People

  I will make sure that when disabled people are present, adequate arrangements exist to enable their safe evacuation in the event of an emergency, and that patrons are made aware of these arrangements;

   

  First Aid

  I will make sure that adequate and appropriate supply of first aid equipment and materials is available on the premises
  	I will make sure that at least 1 trained first aider will be on duty when the public are present
  	If more than one first aider is present, I will make sure that their respective duties are clearly defined

   

  Lighting

  In the absence of adequate daylight, I will make sure that the lighting in any area accessible to the public is fully operational;
  	I will make sure that Fire safety signs are adequately illuminated;
  	I will not alter Emergency lighting without prior notification to the Licensing Authority
  	I will make sure that Emergency lighting batteries are fully charged before admission of the public;
  	In the event of failure of normal lighting, where the emergency lighting battery has a capacity of one hour, I will make sure that evacuation of the premises is possible within 20 minutes;
  	Where the emergency lighting battery has a capacity of three hours, I will make sure that evacuation of the premises is possible within one hour;

   

  Temporary Electrical Installations

  I will not provide temporary electrical wiring and distribution systems without  [notification to the licensing authority at least ten days before commencement of the work] or [prior inspection by a suitably qualified electrician];  (delete as applicable) Note: It may not be possible to give ten days notice where performers are supported by external technical teams (for example where temporary electrical installations are made in theatres for television show performances). In such cases the key requirement is that competent persons undertake the work).
  	I will make sure that any temporary electrical wiring and distribution systems comply with the recommendations of BS 7671 or where applicable BS 7909.
  	I will make sure that where temporary electrical wiring and distribution systems have not been installed by a competent person, they are inspected and certified by a competent person before they are put to use.

   

  Safety Certificates

  41.

  I will make sure that the following systems are maintained and inspected by suitably qualified professional persons in accordance with any British Standards and at intervals recommended in national guidance, and will keep the records of such inspections available for inspection by authorised officers on request:  Building Electrical Installation Emergency Lighting System Fire Warning System Gas boiler, calorifier or appliance Oil fired boiler or appliance Suspended ceilings Portable fire fighting equipment Temporary Electrical Installation

   

   

  Public Liability Insurance

  42.	I will make sure that I have valid public liability insurance in force and that a copy of the schedule is available for inspection by an authorised officer on request.

   

  Alterations to the premises

  43.

  I will not alter the premises in such a way as to make it impossible to comply with an existing licence condition, without first seeking a variation of the premises licence. (N.B  This will enable you to propose the amendment of any conditions that you would not be able to comply with upon completion of works)

   

  Special Effects

  44.I will make sure that the use of special effects or mechanical installation is arranged and stored so as to minimise any risk to the safety of the audience, performers and staff;

  45.

  I will give prior notification to the Licensing and/or Fire Authority when I intend to use any of the following special effects: Dry ice machines and cryogenic fog; Smoke machines and fog generators; Foam cannon/snow machine; Pyrotechnics, including fireworks; Real flame; Firearms; Motor vehicles; Strobe lighting; Explosives and highly flammable substances; Lasers; (see HSE Guide The Radiation Safety of lasers for display purposes [HS(G)95] and BS EN 60825;Safety of laser products)

   

  General

  46.I will make free drinking water available at all times the premises is open to the public;

   

  Gangways

  47.I will make sure that sitting on floors is not permitted except where authorised in the premises licence;
  48.	I will make sure that waiting or standing is not permitted except in areas designated in the premises licence;
  49.	I will make sure that in no circumstances is anyone permitted to:- (49) sit in any gangway; (ii) stand or sit in front of an exit; or (iii) stand or sit on any staircase including any landings;

   

  Balcony Fronts

  50.I will make sure that clothing or other objects are not placed over balcony rails or upon balcony fronts.

   

  CONDITIONS RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY (Late night refreshment)

  51.I will make sure that where tables and chairs are provided, clear gangways to exits are maintained;
  52.	I will not use portable heating appliances on the premises;
  53.	I will not use any appliances utilising cylinders or containers of gas on the premises;
  54.	I will not use any paraffin or other mineral oil in any lamp, stove or other appliance except for cooking purposes;

   

  CONDITIONS RELATING TO THE PREVENTION OF PUBLIC NUISANCE

   

  Noise and vibration

  55.I will make sure that Noise or vibration is not noticable at the façade of any noise sensitive premises;
  56.	I will make sure that doors and windows are kept closed (except for ingress and egress) to reduce noise nuisance from the premises;
  57.	I will display prominent, clear and legible notices at all exits requesting patrons to respect the needs of local residents and to leave the premises and the area quietly;
  58.	I will seek approval from the Licensing Authority (by means of a variation application) prior to the use of explosives, pyrotechnics and fireworks of a similar nature which could cause disturbance in surrounding areas
  59.	I will make sure that the placing of bottles into receptacles outside the premises takes place at times that will minimise disturbance to nearby properties;
  60.	I will make sure that during the final hour of opening the music is discernibly quieter;
  61.	I will make sure that any request by an authorised officer of the Council in relation to reducing noise levels is complied with.
  62.	I will ensure that any ventilation system has suitable sound attenuation.

   

  Noxious smells

  63.	I will ensure that offensive smells from the licensed premises are not permitted so as to cause a nuisance to nearby properties and the premises are properly vented.
  64.	Ensure that receptacles for waste are emptied regularly to minimise nuisance smells.

   

  Light pollution

  65.	I will ensure that flashing or particularly bright lights on or outside the licensed premises do not cause a nuisance to nearby properties, whilst balancing the need for lighting in the interests of prevention of crime and disorder.

   

  Litter

  66.I will provide adequate and suitable (lidded) receptacles to receive and store refuse from the premises/site
  67.	I will make sure that receptacles for refuse storage are maintained in a clean condition.

   

  CONDITIONS RELATING TO THE PROTECTION OF CHILDREN FROM HARM

   

  General

  68.I will comply with Retailer Alert Bulletins issued by Portman Group  Note: This condition may be appropriate for licensed premises selling alcohol products in a manner that may appeal to or attract minors.
  69.	A crime prevention policy agreed by the police and local authority will be in place;

   

  Performances especially for children

  70.I will make sure that attendant(s) are stationed in the area(s) occupied by the children and in the vicinity of each exit, at a ratio of one attendant per 50 children (or part thereof);

   

   

   

  Annex 3 - Conditions attached after a hearing by the licensing authority as amended on appeal by the Magistrates Court

   

  1. The Premises is licensed for the following licensable activities during the following time periods: a. supply of alcohol for consumption on the premises only:  From 10am until 2..00a.m. on Monday, Thursday,  Friday and Saturday, and to 1.00 a.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday on the second floor. On the ground floor the hours will end at midnight, and on the first floor at 1.00 a.m. on each day. b. Indoor live music, indoor recorded music, indoor performances of dance, provision of indoor music making facilities, provision of indoor dance facilities, and provision of indoor facilities for entertainment similar to music and dancing:  From 10 am until 3am on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday; and 2a.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday. c. Late night refreshment:  Times and days as 1(b) above d. The premises must close to the public by 3a.m. on Monday, Thursday,  Friday and Saturday and 2 a.m. on the other nights.  2. The licensable activities listed at paragraph 1 may take place only in the areas as marked on the coloured plans number 938-13, 938-14 & 938-15, and plan 986 revision B (which is substituted as regards the ground floor), submitted in support of the application.  3. No bottles are to be allowed to be retained by customers anywhere within the area marked “Sports Bar / Restaurant” on plan 986-05 revision C.     4. The Designated Premises Supervisor (“DPS”) will comply with maximum occupancy figures as advised by the Fire Service &/or the Building Control Officer.  In the case of disagreement between the two organisations, the DPS will comply with the lower of the two numbers.    5. Prior to the premises opening to the public the DPS will ensure that a CCTV system is installed which fully complies with the requirements of the police.  Once installed the DPS will use his best endeavours to ensure that CCTV equipment is maintained in good working order, monitored during licensable activities and covers all areas used for licensable activities.   The DPS shall also use his best endeavours to ensure that CCTV equipment is checked prior to the start of licensable activities every day and that at least 90% of it is in operation at all times.   The DPS is to ensure that repairs to the CCTV system are carried out as soon as reasonably practicable.  All CCTV recordings are to be retained for a period of at least 28 days and made available to the police when reasonably requested by them.   6. On the ground and first floor-when only those two floors are open there are to be a minimum of six  SIA registered door supervisors at the premises. When one of the rooms on the second floor is in operation there are to be a minimum of 9 SIA door supervisors at the premises, this number to be increased by one supervisor per 100 people above 800 that are in the premises. When both (two) of the rooms on the second floor are operating there are to be a minimum of eleven SIA door supervisors at the premises, this number to be increased by one supervisor per 100 people above 1000 that are in the premises. In addition there will be two staff on each floor throughout the operating hours.  7. The DPS will ensure that any person selling or supplying alcoholic drink under the authority of a personal licence follows the guideline of the Suffolk Constabulary Challenge 21 scheme and asks for photo ID proof of age where they have reason to suspect that the individual may be under 21 years of age.   8. The premises licence holder is to develop and implement a zero tolerance drugs policy.  9. The premises should comply fully with industry standard responsible retailing protocols and only discount drinks as part of a regionally/nationally recognised initial product launch.  10. The DPS, or a person nominated by him, is to participate in the local Pubwatch/Nightsafe scheme operating in the Borough.    11. Toughened glasses are to be used throughout the premises wherever possible and in any event on the first and second floors.   12. No bottles are to be allowed to be retained by customers anywhere within the area marked “Chill Out bar” on plan 986-06 revision B at any time.  13. All drinks served to children must be dispensed in paper cups.    14. A taxi hotline will be provided at the premises, and up-to-date bus and train timetables will be displayed at all times.    15. The curtilage of the premises is to be kept free of litter at all times.   16. Prior to the premises opening to the public the DPS will ensure that a system of sound-proofing, sound limiters and restrictions on the volume of live amplified music are imposed in accordance with the requirements of the Environmental Health Department.      17. Unsupervised persons of sixteen years and over are permitted in the ground floor of the premises only between 10 am and 6 pm every day.  After 6 pm all children must be supervised by an adult at all times.  Children under the age of 12 must be supervised by an adult at all times.    18. All children must leave the premises by 10 pm at the latest.    19.  In the area marked “External Seating” on plan 986-13 revision B there is to be no alcohol consumed at any time.   The area must not be used after 10 pm on any night , and after that time the doors from the bistro area are to be closed, and to remain closed until after the premises have closed to the public.   20. On the second floor there is to be seating provided at all times which is sufficient to enable at least 25% of the maximum agreed occupancy to be seated at any one time.    21. The premises are to be a member of the Leisure Link Radio scheme, or other scheme to be approved by the police to provide a means of two-way communication to report incidents between the premises and the local police or CCTV monitoring centre.

   

• ANNEX 3 - CONDITIONS ATTACHED AFTER A HEARING BY THE LICENSING AUTHORITY

   

  Conditions yet to be entered.