Harrow club licence refused over noise and safety fears
Plans for a late-night Bollywood-style dance venue in a motorcycle shop basement were rejected by councillors.
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A proposed late-night private members' club in the basement of a motorcycle shop on Alexandra Avenue, Harrow, has been refused a licence. The venue, intended to feature 'Bollywood-style dancers' and serve alcohol, faced objections from residents, the Metropolitan Police, and local ward councillors.
Noise and safety concerns dominate objections
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The application, submitted by Kankudi LTD, also known as Mrs Kunjal Smith, sought permission for amplified music and alcohol sales. The club aimed to cater to hospitality industry workers seeking late-night drinks, with dancers performing Mudra dance. Proposed hours included operating until 3.30 am on weekdays and 4.30 am on Saturdays, though these were later amended to 2.30 am and 3.30 am respectively.
Residents voiced significant concerns about potential noise, safety, anti-social behaviour, and disruption. Julie Biddall, representing objecting residents, stated that the club could exacerbate existing issues such as littering and fly-tipping, making the area less safe for local residents, particularly women and girls. She highlighted worries about groups of men leaving the premises late at night.
The Metropolitan Police initially raised concerns but withdrew their representation after the applicant agreed to reduce operating hours and implement sound control measures. However, these concessions did not satisfy the residents or the Licensing Committee.
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Dancer welfare and emergency access questioned
Further concerns were raised by Cllr Thaya Idaikkadar, a local ward councillor, regarding noise from patrons entering and exiting the venue and potential parking issues. He also expressed apprehension that customers might obstruct alleyways used by emergency services. The Chairman of the Licensing Committee, Cllr Chudasama, questioned the compensation arrangements for the dancers, who were stated to be paid in tips and self-employed. The applicant noted that some dancers had Home Office requirements to satisfy.
Additionally, objectors highlighted inadequate changing facilities for female dancers, with the applicant indicating they would use the toilets. The panel acknowledged the applicant's proposed changes, including reduced hours, but concluded that granting a licence for late-night entertainment and alcohol sales posed a risk to residents' sleep.
The Licensing Committee refused the application on October 14, citing insufficient measures to control noise within the residential setting as the primary reason.
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+Why was the licence for the private members' club refused?
The Harrow Licensing Committee refused the licence on October 14 due to insufficient measures to mitigate noise in the residential area. Concerns were also raised about safety, anti-social behaviour, dancer compensation, and emergency service access.
+What were the main concerns raised by residents and councillors?
Residents and councillors were worried about noise from the venue and patrons, potential anti-social behaviour, disruption to sleep, and the obstruction of emergency service access. Questions were also raised about the welfare and compensation of the dancers.
+What kind of venue was planned for the motorcycle shop basement?
The plan was to open a late-night private members' club featuring 'Bollywood-style dancers' and serving alcohol. The venue, located in the basement of Rayners Lane Motors LTD on Alexandra Avenue, would have allowed amplified music.
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