The operators of German Doner Kebab in High Road Leytonstone have applied to Waltham Forest Council to close their doors at 3am on weekends and 1am on weekdays, reports Sebastian Mann, Local Democracy Reporter
Neighbours have pushed back against plans for a Leytonstone takeaway to close in the early hours.
The operators of the German Doner Kebab restaurant in High Road Leytonstone have applied to Waltham Forest Council to close their doors at 3am on weekends and 1am on weekdays.
The chain restaurant specialises in Berlin-style doner kebabs and is currently headquartered in Glasgow, Scotland.
Though the operators say they are “fully committed” to preventing crime and public nuisance, two locals have formally objected to the plans.
In a letter to the council, a High Road resident said that closing at 3am – which coincides with the closure of local bars – would “inevitably exacerbate” alleged issues such as antisocial behaviour and begging.
He also expressed concern that a lack of seating would “force crowds to congregate on the seat,” though the operators say they will disperse customers.
Another local, a woman living in High Road, said the area had been identified to police as “particularly unsafe” during a women’s safety walk.
In a form submitted to Waltham Forest, the applicants said they will “take all reasonable steps to ensure that our premises operates responsibly, particularly during late-night hours”.
They pointed to a “comprehensive digital color CCTV system” that is capable of facial recognition across the entire venue.
Additionally, staff are trained in conflict management and “recognising and reporting suspicious behaviour”.
“Prominent, clear and legible notices” will also be posted at the exits asking customers to “leave the premises and the area quietly” and to bin their litter.
The venue is also not licensed to sell alcohol and drinks will not be allowed into the takeaway.
The council’s licensing committee, made up of elected members, will make a formal decision on the application at a hearing next week.
GDK was founded in Dubai in 2013 and has more than 160 restaurants throughout the UK, Canada, the United Arab Emirates, the United States, Saudi Arabia and Sweden.
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