Surrey Pub Garden Kebab Grill Faces Planning Dispute After Complaint

The pub is in Weybridge. It added the grill because other places compete. Omer Arslan’s kebab team joined, and it was a hit in August. A neighbor complained, and now, they need permission.

The pub has music and quizzes, bringing in more people. Omer’s kebab business gets great reviews and helps the pub a lot. Some neighbors like the kebab grill; one lives across the street. They said the food is great, the portions are big, and the staff is very friendly.

Many pubs are closing in the UK, and they have to find new ways to survive. The kebab grill says it helps the pub stay open. Without it, the pub could close down.

Omer has gotten many good comments, and people can comment on the council website. Most comments support the grill, with only three objections and sixty-four supportive comments.

Some people worry about noise. They also mentioned litter and more traffic. They wondered if deliveries could be introduced too, as parking is already difficult.

Some neighbors want the pub to use its own kitchen. They think the kebab grill isn’t right for the area, noting that parking is bad, even now. Cars park on double yellow lines, and people can’t see traffic easily. The area already has noise and litter, and delivery services would worsen things.

The pub sits in a neighborhood off a main road. A car park is a short walk away with traffic lights for crossing easily. The pub is in a busy spot.

Supporters say we should help small businesses. Many struggle after the pandemic, and rising costs hurt them. They need our support now. One person supports the grill, noting that hospitality struggles as it recovers from the pandemic.

Insurance costs hurt businesses too. This person wants to keep Weybridge businesses alive. Another said the food is great and well-managed, improving the pub and area.

People can comment until the end of February. The council website closes February 28. It is important to have your say.