Appendix 5 - Anonymous Objection Letter with Photographs - Received 2 May 2024
Perth and Kinross Council · 1 July 2024
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2nd May 2024 FAO: Perth and Kinross Council Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to vehemently oppose the permit application for a burger van ‘Dirty Dog’ at 207 High Street, Kinross, KY13 8DL. The proposed establishment not only disregards our neighbourhood’s residential peace and safety, but also represents an inappropriate and unwelcome addition to an existing problematic site. There is no logical connection between the current site and the proposed burger van, highlighting the arbitrary nature of this permit application. The noise, dirt, and obstructions caused by the Kinross Car Wash operation have been a persistent nuisance for residents. The street is heavily congested and the road is not wide enough for 2 cars to pass each other safely (wing mirrors have been taken off and vehicles scratched by vehicles passing at speed), therefore adding a burger van to the mix will considerably exacerbate these issues, creating a compound effect that would further degrade our quality of life and the safety of our street. Furthermore, parking for residents on this section of High Street is already extremely limited - to consider an increase in demand for parking in this constrained area is both negligent and potentially dangerous. Allowing a burger van to operate in such close proximity to residential areas raises serious doubts about the safety and hygiene of the food being served. Without proper oversight and regulation, I have serious concerns regarding the storage and disposal of cooking oils and fuels required to function as a burger van. We refuse to jeopardise the health and well-being of our community. Its location, in close
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proximity to idling car exhausts and a messy car wash, also throws into question the food safety and hygiene standards of said establishment The mere presence of a commercial operation such as a burger van will undoubtedly depreciate property values in the area. Prospective buyers will be repelled by the prospect of living next to a constant source of noise, congestion, and litter. Our homes are not commodities to be devalued for the sake of a business proposal that encourages anti-social behaviour and loitering in our community. Furthermore, there is no existing street trader licence for the proposed burger van, Therefore, the application to vary condition 7 of a non-existent licence is perplexing and raises serious doubts about the legitimacy of the entire process. The application is dated 19th April, however the sign was erected 28th April in an inconspicuous location between two parked vehicles. It fails to provide any compelling justification for the proposed variance. Without a clear rationale for deviating from standard licensing conditions, it is unreasonable to consider granting such a variance, especially in a residential area where the impacts on residents must be carefully evaluated and mitigated. I demand that the council seriously consider the existing issues with the site and reject the permit for the burger van at this location. Our neighbourhood should not be subjected to further disruption and inconvenience. Thank you for taking our concerns into account. We trust that you will make the right decision for the well-being of our community. Yours Sincerely,
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