Street Trading and Pavement Licensing Sub Committee - 13 May 2026

**1. Procedural matters**

The meeting began with a motion moved by Councillor Martin and seconded by Councillor Clemens, which was carried to appoint Councillor Moorcroft as Chairman for the session. The Democratic Officer briefed the Committee on the emergency evacuation protocol and domestic procedures. No members declared any interests in the items to be discussed.

**2. Street‑trading application**

The Sub‑Committee considered a request for street‑trading consent submitted by Mr Michael George, trading as “Mr Georges”. The applicant attended the meeting and outlined his proposal: operation on good‑weather days, three days per week with occasional evening hours, a commitment to avoid nuisance to his neighbour, and an intention to run an environmentally friendly business. He sought clarification on several practical matters, including the adequacy of the lay‑by for the trailer, waste‑collection arrangements, and the feasibility of removing the trailer each day if a condition requiring overnight storage were imposed.

**3. Representations from external bodies**

Representatives from Highways, Environmental Health and Perranzabuloe Parish Council provided formal representations. Highways expressed concern that the trailer’s proximity to the highway and the possibility of overnight storage (condition 19) could cause obstruction, and it requested that condition be removed and that any lighting requirements be carefully evaluated. Environmental Health highlighted the need for suitable sanitary facilities, reliable water supply and proper disposal of human waste, noting that the applicant had not yet supplied evidence of adequate waste‑management arrangements and that the presence of an on‑site incinerator was unclear. The Parish Council formally objected to the proposal, citing hygiene, waste and recycling concerns.

**4. Committee outcome and next steps**

After hearing the applicant and the three representations, the Committee did not reach an immediate final determination on the consent. It recorded the concerns raised, particularly regarding highway safety, waste‑management and sanitation, and indicated that further information would be required before a definitive decision could be made. The matter will be revisited at a subsequent meeting once the applicant has addressed the outstanding issues and provided the necessary supporting documentation.