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Subject: Conditional Use Permit amendment for a restaurant with on-sale alcohol to change the closing time from 12:00 midnight to 2:00 a.m. daily at 73 Pier Avenue, Mediterraneo
Hermosa Beach City Council Meeting for July 25, 2006
http://www.hermosabch.org/departments/cityclerk/agenmin/cca20060725/5a.pdf
This Hermosa Beach City Council Public Hearing on July 26, 2006, for Mediterraneo has been Continued and Re-scheduled for the September 26, 2006, Hermosa Beach City Council Meeting at 7:10 p.m.
http://www.hermosabch.org/departments/cityclerk/agenmin/cca20060725/5a.pdf
Mediterraneo, 73 Pier Avenue Conditional Use Permit amendment for a restaurant with on-sale alcohol to change the closing time from 12:00 midnight to 2:00 a.m. daily at 73 Pier Avenue, Mediterraneo
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1. PUBLIC HEARINGS - TO COMMENCE AT 7:30 P.M.a. PLANNING COMMISSION DENIAL, ON SEPTEMBER 20, 2005, OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AMENDMENT FOR A RESTAURANT WITH ON-SALE ALCOHOL TO CHANGE THE CLOSING TIME FROM 12:00 MIDNIGHT TO 2:00AM DAILY AT 73 PIER AVENUE, MEDITERRANEO RESTAURANT. (Continued from meeting of October 11, 2005 per applicants request). Letter from applicant dated February 21, 2006. a. RECOMMENDATION: Continue Public Hearing per applicants request.
MINUTES OF
THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
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AYES: |
Allen, Hoffman, Pizer |
NOES: |
Kersenboom, Perrotti |
ABSTAIN: |
None |
ABSENT: |
None |
Present: Commissioners Kersenboom, Perrotti, Pizer, Tucker,
Chairman Hoffman
Absent: None
Also Present: Sol Blumenfeld, Community Development Director
Ken Robertson, Senior Planner
Denise Bothe, Recording Secretary
Staff Recommended Action: To approve said request.
Director Blumenfeld explained that this request is to amend the original conditional use permit that was granted to Brewski's for on-sale beer and wine; stated that an application was subsequently filed and approved for the restaurant with on-sale general alcohol and live entertainment; and noted that the on-sale general alcohol portion of the permit was not put into effect. He explained that the owner is proposing a change to the format of the restaurant, changes that are appropriate to the zone and General Plan; advised that the applicant is proposing some cosmetic changes to the exterior of the building; that the interior will be altered to eliminate the micro-brewery portion of the original project; that standard table seating will be created - pointing out that the high-top tables will be eliminated; and that within this area, the restaurant will be slightly reconfigured. He noted that there would be no changes to the bar area; that wine service will be added; stated that the location of the previously identified stage for live entertainment has been eliminated; but that the owner is proposing to maintain the entertainment aspect of the conditional use permit, the intent being to have non-amplified entertainment. He expressed staff's belief that the modified proposed use is fitting for the Pier Plaza area; that it will not create additional nuisance problems; and noted that it will not increase the occupant load above the original use.
Responding to Vice-Chairman Tucker's inquiry regarding the removal of the brewing tanks and the original Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) licensing, Director Blumenfeld stated that the applicant will have to reapply for their ABC license.
Chairman Hoffman opened the public hearing.
Albaro Lundy, representing Mediterraneo Restaurant, handed out a packet of information depicting what is being proposed.
Commissioner Perrotti questioned the likelihood of this business becoming more of a club or bar atmosphere in the future.
Responding to Commissioner Perrotti's concern, Mr. Lundy stated that limited food service will be available one half hour before last call; advised that the applicant has no intent of this establishment becoming a bar or dancing facility; and explained that the music most likely to take place will be a trio, singles drummer or harp player, something that will add to the elegant ambiance of the establishment. He stated that the quality of the food will make this business a success, not the entertainment.
Charile Cheetum, 548 Second Street, expressed his belief that this business should not be permitted to obtain an on-sale general alcohol license, believing that this will allow this establishment to eventually become a bar; and asked that drinking on the patio should be prohibited after 11:00 P.M.
Jim Lissner, resident, expressed his belief that the proposed hours of operation are appropriate for a bar, not a restaurant; and stated that this establishment should close at midnight on the weekends and 10:30 P.M. on the weekdays.
Roberta Moore, 930 9th Street, stated that she is not opposed to bars in Hermosa Beach.
Mr. Lundy stated that this business will raise the business standards in this area; that this business will seek to cater to the older crowd, not college aged individuals; advised that the applicant is in the process of negotiating a transfer for the full liquor license; and stated that if the transfer is refused, the applicant will carry on with the smaller brewing activities.
There being no further input, Chairman Hoffman closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Kersenboom noted his support for this higher end restaurant; pointed out that it already has a liquor license; and stated that he is looking forward to it opening for business.
Vice-Chairman Tucker pointed out that the establishment already has a liquor license; commented on the City's periodic review of conditional use permits for conformance; and expressed his belief this business will be a good addition to the Downtown area.
Commissioner Pizer expressed his belief that because of the 2:00 A.M. closing of this business, it will likely become a drinking and music establishment; stated that he would prefer not allowing the general alcohol use; and noted that in 6 months, the Planning Commission should review the operations of this business to determine how it is truly performing.
Commissioner Perrotti expressed his belief that this is a perfect area for this type of restaurant; stated that a rowdy/nuisance business is more of an issue with poor management than it is with serving general alcohol; and stated that he would support a 6-month review of this permit.
Chairman Hoffman expressed his belief that the location for this business is appropriate and noted the need to encourage a vital Downtown area.
MOTION by Commissioner Perrotti, seconded by Commissioner Kersenboom, to APPROVE CUP 03-9 -- Conditional Use Permit amendment to convert a brew-pub to a full-service restaurant with on-sale general alcohol at 73 Pier Avenue. The motion carried as follows:
AYES: Hoffman, Kersenboom, Perrotti, Tucker
NOES: Pizer
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
of the City of Hermosa Beach, California, held on Tuesday, October 28, 2003, at the hour of 7: 13 p.m.
This item was removed from the consent calendar by Mayor Keegan for separate discussion later in the meeting.
City Attorney Jenkins responded to Council questions.
Action: To initiate the City Council review of the
Planning Commission's action on Public Hearing Item No. 6 - approval of
Conditional Use Permit amendment to convert a brew-pub to a full service
restaurant with on sale general alcohol at 73 Pier Avenue.
Motion Mayor Keegan, second Reviczky.
Further Action: To receive and file the balance of the
action minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of October 21, 2003.
Motion Dunbabin, second Mayor Keegan. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.
of the City of Hermosa Beach, California, held on Tuesday, December 9, 2003, at the hour of 7:18 p.m.
Present: Edgerton, Reviczky, Tucker, Yoon, Mayor Keegan
Absent: None
PUBLIC HEARINGS
REVIEW AND RECONSIDERATION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S APPROVAL OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AMENDMENT TO CONVERT A BREW-PUB RESTAURANT (ON-SALE BEER AND WINE AND LIVE ENTERTAINMENT) TO A FULL-SERVICE RESTAURANT WITH ON-SALE GENERAL ALCOHOL AND LIVE ENTERTAINMENT) AT 73 PIER AVENUE (MEDITERRANEO RESTAURANT). Memorandum from Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld dated December 1, 2003 (PDF File).
http://www.hermosabch.org/departments/cityclerk/agenmin/cca20031209/5b.pdf
Councilmember Tucker left the dais after recusing himself from hearing this item since he heard it initially as a Planning Commissioner and it concerned an individual piece of property.
Community Development Director Blumenfeld presented the staff report and responded to Council questions.
The public hearing opened at 8:35 p.m. Coming forward to address the Council on this item were:
The public hearing closed at 9:27 p.m.
Proposed Action: To approve the staff recommendation to
sustain the Planning Commission approval with the added condition that the
service of alcohol stop at midnight, except for holiday exemption, with only the
service of food allowed until 2 a.m.
Motion Yoon. The motion died for lack of a second.
Proposed Action: To approve the staff recommendation to
sustain the Planning Commission approval.
Motion Edgerton. The motion died for lack of a second.
Action: To approve the staff recommendation to adopt
Resolution No. 03-6317, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT, UPON RECONSIDERATION, AND AS AMENDED, TO ALLOW ON-SALE GENERAL
ALCOHOL AND LIVE ENTERTAINMENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH A RESTAURANT AT 73 PIER
AVENUE, LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS LOT 27, BLOCK 13, HERMOSA BEACH TRACT"
amended to require the restaurant to close at midnight, except on New year's
Eve, when it may remain open until 2 a.m.
Motion Yoon, second Reviczky. The motion carried, noting the dissenting vote of Edgerton and the absence of Tucker.
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