The appellant, a pizzeria, appealed a Notice of Proposal by the Registrar of Alcohol and Gaming refusing to remove conditions from its liquor licence.
The appellant argued that the competitive landscape had changed since the conditions were imposed, placing it at a disadvantage compared to newer, unrestricted establishments.
Area residents and the City of Toronto objected, citing noise and past disruptive behaviour.
The Licence Appeal Tribunal found that a change in circumstances was established and that modifying, rather than completely removing, the conditions would balance the appellant's business interests with the residents' right to peaceful enjoyment of their neighbourhood.
The Tribunal ordered the modification of conditions relating to open doors/windows, outside seating, noise, and operating hours, and removed the restriction on selling spirits.