The applicant applied for a liquor licence for a night club with a proposed capacity of 1,672 persons.
The City of Burlington opposed the application, arguing that its zoning by-law limited night club occupancy to 1,000 persons and raising concerns about fire safety and emergency response capabilities for larger crowds.
The Board heard expert evidence on fire suppression, emphasizing the critical importance of on-scene action, an approved fire safety plan, and a working sprinkler system.
The Board approved the liquor licence but imposed conditions, including a maximum occupancy of 1,000 persons (subject to review within one year) and strict requirements for security, noise control, and fire safety compliance, to ensure the applicant could safely manage the large-scale operation.
