An objection has been lodged against plans for an ale house in an Isle of Wight town, but discussions have been taking place about how to ease local concern.
1 close neighbour fears the proposed Island Life Craft Ale House, which could open on Clarence Road in East Cowes, would cause an increase in noise nuisance.
It comes as a licence to sell alcohol from the pub, from 12:00 up to 23:00 on Fridays and Saturdays, with a 30 minute drinking up period, is sought by Island Life Craft Brewery. The brewery currently operates from the back room of a house further down the road, but is looking to expand into what used to be the Old Curiosity Shop.
East Cowes Town Council has supported the licensing application but said it too would like to see measures to ensure it is not too noisy.
Representing the brewery, Glenn Johnson wrote to those concerned to tell them their comments have been carefully considered. His letter said he was confident measures could be implemented to mitigate any noise problems.
In discussion with the Isle of Wight Council, Mr Johnson has agreed to conditions which could form part of the licence, if approved on Wednesday 9th August.
The mitigating conditions include the installation of sound insulation, not allowing drinks outside and prominent signs at the exit, to encourage customers to be quiet when leaving.
5 conditions were also agreed with Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary, which include a requirement for staff training, CCTV and a ‘Challenge 25’ policy.
Oh no, how dare somebody try to bring some business and jobs to the area. Grab your pitchforks
Craft beer businesses are quiet & not places for drunken behaviour. More for people who appreciate beers than necking vast quantities!
Only in Britain can one person stop a business from growing and bringing money and jobs to local community. Maybe they should not have brought a house over some shops.
If you want silence, try purchasing a house in the country side. Apart from the fox’s calling and the occasional tractor.. It’s fabulous
Good luck to them .
At least they are willing to work for a living and not sponge off of society.
Why do people expect town to have no businesses? Maybe the complainant would be better off in a secluded post of the island. It would be an asset to the area – micro pubs are beer tasting places rather than lager swilling establishments