If a licensed trader causes a nuisance this may be in breach of the Liquor Act or the conditions of the licence. A complaint must be laid with the police, who will take steps against the trader.
The public needs to be aware of liquor licence applications that are under consideration so that they can file objections. The Western Cape Liquor Board thus publishes a monthly list of incoming applications.
Anyone wishing to sell, manufacture or distribute liquor is required by law to have a liquor licence.
You can object to an application for a liquor licence.