Stone Lodge Community Association

Stone Lodge Community Centre, Hawthorn Drive, IPSWICH, Suffolk, IP2 0QY

Completed application 056650 which is a Conversion (Grandfather Rights) for Club Premises Certificate from 24/11/2005 to indefinite

Applicant(s)

Permitted Activities

• a performance of live music
• any playing of recorded music
• a performance of dance
• the supply of alcohol

Additional Conditions

• Annex 1 - Mandatory Conditions

   

   

  Where a club premises certificate authorises the supply of alcohol for consumption off the premises:-

   

   

  1.              The supply must be made at a time when the premises are open for the purposes of supplying alcohol, in accordance with the club premises certificate, to members of the club for consumption on the premises

   

  2.              Any alcohol supplied for consumption off the premises must be in a sealed container.

   

  3.              Any supply of alcohol for consumption off the premises must be made to a member of the club in person

   

   

  Exhibition of Films

   

  1.              Where a club premises certificate authorises the exhibition of films, the admission of children to the exhibition of any film must be restricted in accordance with this section.

   

  2.              Where the film classification body is specified in the certificate, unless subsection (3)(b) applies, admission of children must be restricted in accordance with any recommendation made by that body.

   

  3.              Where-

   

  a.              The film classification body is not specified in the certificate, or

   

  b.              The relevant licensing authority has notified the club which holds the certificate that this subsection applies to the film in question

   

  admission of children must be restricted in accordance with any recommendation made by that licensing authority.

   

  4.              In this section-

   

  "children" means persons aged under 18; and "film classification body" means the person or persons designated as the authority under section 4 of the Video Recordings Act 1984 (c.39) (authority to determine suitability of video works for classification).

   

   

  
  Annex 2 - Conditions consistent with the Club Operating Schedule

   

   

  Embedded Conditions

   

  Permitted Hours

   

  Alcohol shall not be sold or supplied except during permitted hours.

  In this condition, permitted hours means those shown on the Club Premises Certificate.

   

  Restrictions

   

  The above restrictions do not prohibit:

  a) during the first twenty minutes after the above hours, the consumption of the alcohol on the premises;

  b) during the first twenty minutes after the above hours, the taking of alcohol from the premises, unless the alcohol is supplied or taken in an open vessel;

  c) during the first thirty minutes after the above hours, the consumption of the alcohol on the premises by persons taking meals there if the alcohol was supplied as ancillary to the meals;

  d) the supply to, or consumption by, any person of alcohol in any premises where they are residing.

   

  Credit Sales

   

  Alcohol shall not be sold or supplied unless it is paid for before or at the time when it is sold or supplied, except alcohol sold or supplied with and for consumption at a meal supplied at the same time, consumed with the meal and paid for together with the meal.

   

   

   

  Conditions offered by the Applicant

   

   

  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 bottles or glasses

   

   

  Restrictions on Drinking Areas

  I will ensure that the consumption of alcohol is restricted to the areas identified on the plan attached to the operating schedule.

   

   

  Capacity Limits

  I will ensure that the maximum occupancy of the licensed premises is restricted at any one time to 140.
  	Duty officers will be responsible for making sure people entering the club are members and that guests are signed in by a member.

   

   

  Proof of Age Cards

  I will ensure that any person selling or supplying alcoholic drink under the authority of a personal licence holder asks for a photo ID proof of age where they have reason to suspect that the individual may be under 18 years of age.

   

   

  Drinks Promotions

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

   

   

  Prohibited Substances

  I will implement a policy agreed by the Police and local authority (for more information on this you can refer to the “Safer Clubbing Guide”)
  	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.

   

   

  Litter and Waste             

  I will be responsible for the disposal of waste on the frontage of the premises and make provision for the emptying of litter bins in the vicinity of the premises

   

   

  Lighting

  I will ensure that lighting is provided outside the premises (and in my private car park) during the hours of darkness when any licensable activity takes place on 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.

   

   

  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 1trained first aider(s) 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

  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

  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

  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

  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;

  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

  I will make free drinking water available at all times the premises is open to the public;
  	I will provide sufficient seating to 90% of the maximum capacity of the premises.
  	I will make sure that staff on the premises monitor and record the number of patrons within the premises. (NB: this condition would not be relevant where there is no maximum capacity).

   

   

  Gangways

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

   

   

  CONDITIONS RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY (Late night refreshment)

  I will make sure that where tables and chairs are provided, clear gangways to exits are maintained;
  	I will not use portable heating appliances on the premises;
  	I will not use any appliances utilising cylinders or containers of gas on the premises;
  	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

  I will make sure that Noise or vibration is not noticable at the façade of any noise sensitive premises;
  	I will make sure that doors and windows are kept closed (except for ingress and egress) to reduce noise nuisance from the premises;
  	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;
  	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;
  	I will make sure that during the final hour of opening the music is discernibly quieter;
  	I will not permit the playing of live or recorded music in garden areas of the premises at any time
  	I will make sure that any request by an authorised officer of the Council in relation to reducing noise levels is complied with.
  	I will ensure that any ventilation system has suitable sound attenuation.
  	I will nominate a person to be responsible for monitoring noise levels and instruct that person to implement changes in noise levels in accordance with any request by an authorised officer of the Council immediately and ensure that volume is maintained at the reduced level. (Note: this may be more relevant at an outdoor event)
  	I will ensure that no amplified sound (including public announcements) in connection with the event continues beyond the permitted hours of the entertainment. (Note: this may be more relevant at an outdoor event)

   

   

  Noxious smells

  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.
  	Ensure that receptacles for waste are emptied regularly to minimise nuisance smells.

   

   

  Light pollution

  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

  I will provide adequate and suitable (lidded) receptacles to receive and store refuse from the premises/site
  	I will make sure that receptacles for refuse storage are maintained in a clean condition.
  	I will make sure litter is regularly cleared from the vicinity of the premises

   

   

  CONDITIONS RELATING TO THE PROTECTION OF CHILDREN FROM HARM

  General

  75. I will implement a proof of age policy agreed by the police and local authority;  Note: Proof of age cards are dealt with in the pool of conditions relating to the crime and disorder objective. However, it may be appropriate to consider the production of proof of age cards to ensure that appropriate checks can be made where the presence of children is restricted by age at certain time.

   

   

   

  Annex 3 - Conditions attached after a hearing by the licensing authority

   

   

  N/A

   

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