Licensing Act Sub Committee - 29 October 2025

The meeting opened with the election of the Chairman. Councillor Chopak was moved by Councillor Cador, seconded by Councillor Saunby, and was elected Chairman for the session. No declarations of interest were made.

The Sub‑Committee then considered an application for a premises licence for **Chings Alley Beer and Wine Cellar** at 3 Chings Alley, Launceston (PL15 9TD). The Licensing Officer presented the applicant’s submission, which highlighted the business ethos, consultation with neighbours, and proposed use of lighting and CCTV. The applicant clarified that the designated smoking area would be at the end of the alley, that signage would request patrons to leave quietly, and that deliveries would be limited to Tuesday lunchtimes. Capacity was set at six seated plus staff and fifteen standing plus staff; the premises would stock high‑end wines, local ales and cider, and would not employ door staff. The applicant also noted that planning permission had not yet been applied for.

Representatives of “Other Persons” raised concerns about the lack of a Pubwatch arrangement, the darkness of the alley at night, and the fact that the freeholder had not been consulted, potentially breaching the lease. The Senior Lawyer advised that planning, lease and landlord‑tenant issues are separate from the licensing process. The representatives also mentioned occasional noise and smoke from the alley, historic use of the space, and that the proposed closing time was not problematic but that other issues remained.

The Committee next examined a separate licence application for **Nature’s Window Brewery** at Fowey Boat Yard, 10 Passage Street, Fowey (PL23 1DE). The applicant and a representative outlined their experience, the intended high‑level insulation to minimise indoor noise, and a one‑way traffic system to reduce delivery disruption. Waste from brewing would be collected by farmers for animal feed, and waste disposal would not occur at unreasonable hours. The applicant confirmed that planning permission had been submitted and was under consideration, and that they had consulted the RNLI regarding safety concerns. The Licensing Officer noted that the approach road falls within a restricted parking zone.

No representatives of Other Persons attended the discussion of the Fowey application. Both applications were presented, questions were answered, and the Sub‑Committee recorded the submissions and concerns. The minutes do not indicate a final decision on either licence; the Committee’s consideration and the issues raised will inform any subsequent determination.