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Research demonstrates that outlet density has a significant influence on alcohol-related harm[2].
While each licence application is considered on its merits, the DLC must consider the amenity and good order of the area in which the premises is situated, as well as the object of the Act. Outlet density may also be considered so far as the possible impact of the premises at that location on the local environment.
Dunedin does not have many new premises being opened although premises do change ownership. Those that are opening tend to be restaurant/café style premises and are considered a low risk of harm.
North Dunedin has a significantly higher density of young people (18 – 24 year olds) than other parts of the city[3]. This age group has demonstrated a higher rate of alcohol misuse and abuse when compared to other groups[4]. This will be taken into account when applications from this area are considered by the DLC.
Footnote
The references cited in the Local Alcohol Policy do not form part of the policy. They contain information to help users understand the rationale for the policy. The references may be updates at any time.
- Kypri, K., Bell, M L., Hay, G C., Baxter, J., “Alcohol outlet density and university student drinking: a national study” [2008] 103 Addiction 1131 at 1138; Livingston, M., “A Longitudinal Analysis of Alcohol Outlet Density and Assault” [2008] 32 Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental research 1074
- Statistics New Zealand, Age Distribution, 2013 Census
- Kypri, K., Langley, J., Whigham, P A., and Wiggers, J., (2005) Geospatial aspects of alcohol-related harm in New Zealand. In: 17th Annual Colloquium of the Spatial Information Research Centre (SIRC 2005: A Spatio-temporal Workshop), 24-25 November 2005, Dunedin, New Zealand, p. 149
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