| 1. | Whilst there is an existing permitted use for the sale of food and drink for consumption on the premises or of hot food off the premises, the proposed extension to the opening hours specified in the original planning permission would, by virtue of the likely consequence of late-night noise and disturbance, have a significant adverse effect on the occupiers of adjoining and neighbouring flats and houses. It is considered, therefore, that the proposal would run contrary to the objectives of criterion (b) of Policy SHP15 of the Adopted Version of the Borough-Wide Local Plan which seeks in relation to the provision of hot food outlets, to safeguard the amenities of the area. |