The Sun Tavern, in Bethnal Green Road, had applied to Tower Hamlets Council to extend its opening hours until 1am on Wednesdays and Sundays.
This would have allowed the sale of alcohol, recorded music, and late-night refreshments to continue until this time.
However, several residents raised concerns about the potential impact of this on the local area.
They cited issues such as noise disturbances, increased disorderly behaviour, litter, and rubbish collection problems.
One resident, named only as Maddy, said: “Even if they are drinking more expensive cocktails, that’s just as able to get them drunk and unruly and shouting and vomiting on my doorstep as a cheap beer.”
Another resident, named only as Mr Newman, expressed a willingness to compromise, saying: “I’d be totally supportive…I’m so pleased that I’m the person who’s living here because I can tolerate the noise that’s already there and I don’t want to raise complaints about it.
“But also, I think I’m happy to say that this is kind of where the line should be.”
Mr Theo, another resident, raised concerns about the impact of drunk customers on the neighbourhood, including fights and rubbish.
Councillor Ahmodur Khan, scrutiny lead for resources, asked the objectors about their specific concerns regarding the extended hours.
After hearing these objections, the applicant, Andrew Kerr, offered to withdraw the application to allow for further consultation with residents.
The committee confirmed that withdrawing the application would mean that any future application would be treated as a fresh application.
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Residents expressed a preference for an adjournment rather than a withdrawal, but the applicant proceeded with the withdrawal.
As a result, the Sun Tavern will not be extending its opening hours on Wednesdays and Sundays.
The pub will continue to operate under its current licence conditions until any new application is made and approved.
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