AI Summary of 99. Assessment of suitability of premises
Where information and documentation referred to in section 98(1) is furnished, the Authority shall, subject to subsection (2), determine whether premises proposed for a gambling activity are suitable, having regard to that information and documentation; whether the premises communicate internally with other premises in which a gambling activity is not being provided; the existence in the vicinity of other premises to which an in‑person gambling licence is attached; and the proximity of the premises to schools.
For the purposes of that determination the Authority shall, subject to subsection (3), consult with the local authority for the area in which the premises are situated, consult the fire authority within the meaning of the Fire Services Act 1981 for the relevant functional area, and inspect the premises. Subsection (3) provides that, in the case of Limerick City and County Council, the consultation function under subsection (2)(a) shall be performed for or on behalf of that local authority and in its name by the Director General of that Council.
99. Assessment of suitability of premises
(1) Where information and documentation referred to in section 98(1) is furnished, the Authority shall, subject to subsection (2), determine whether a premises where it is proposed to provide a gambling activity is suitable for use for that activity having regard to -
(a) that information and documentation,
(b) whether the premises concerned communicates internally with other premises in which a gambling activity is not being provided,
(c) the existence, in the vicinity of the premises, of other premises in respect of which an in-person gambling licence is attached, and
(d) the proximity of the premises to schools.
(2) The Authority shall, for the purposes of making a determination under subsection (1) -
(a) subject to subsection (3), consult with the local authority in the local authority area in which the premises concerned are situated,
(b) consult with the fire authority (within the meaning of the Fire Services Act 1981) in whose functional area (within the meaning of that Act) such premises are situated, and
(c) inspect the premises concerned.