The Byard’s Leap was built as an estate pub and had a reputation for trouble at one time.
It closed in 2009, according to the CAMRA beer enthusiasts’ website, and has since been included in the Facebook community group Lost Pubs of Sheffield.
If the licence is granted, alcohol will be sold in the shop until 22:30, six nights a week and until 21:30 on Sundays.
A petition opposing the plan, signed by more than 80 people, has been submitted to Sheffield City Council.
It said the neighbouring community of Manor Top “already faces significant challenges, particularly in terms of crime rates, anti-social behaviour and alcohol-related incidents”.
The presence of multiple off-licences in the area had contributed to the problems, leading to concerns about public safety, the wellbeing of residents and the quality of life in the community, it added.
