Community premises
Examples of community premises include:
- church halls
- chapel halls
- parish halls
- community halls
- village halls.
Where it is not clear whether premises are community premises, the matter will be approached on a case-by-case basis, with the main consideration being how the premises are predominantly used.
They are likely to be considered to be community premises, if they are:
- genuinely made available for community benefit most of the time
- accessible by a broad range of people and sectors of the local community
- providing facilities to benefit the community as a whole.
Removal of the DPS
If it is authorised for the sale of alcohol, the management committee of the premises can apply to remove the DPS requirement. This removes the mandatory conditions in relation to a DPS and the personal licence holder(s).
Application to remove the mandatory condition for a DPS
The application to remove the mandatory condition for a DPS requires the applicants to provide the names of the management committee's key officers to the council as the licensing authority. The council must be satisfied that arrangements for the management of the premises by the committee or board are sufficient to ensure the adequate supervision of the supply of alcohol on the premises.
Fee
Existing premises licence holders must pay a fee of £23.
Timescale
It will take 28 days.
Objection
In exceptional circumstances, the police can object to the request on grounds of crime and disorder. The council must then hold a hearing to reach a decision on whether to grant the application.
More information
For more information contact the Licensing Team by emailing licensing@gravesham.gov.uk.
Write to: Licensing Unit, Medway Council, Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, Kent ME4 4TR.