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HomeMy WebLinkAbout31A - CUP - 300 N MAIN STREQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: JANUARY 7, 2014 TITLE: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2012 -18 TO ALLOW AFTER -HOURS OPERATION FOR THE LITTLE SPARROW CAFE AT 300 NORTH MAIN STREET — BRUCE MARSH, APPLICANT � ✓l./� CITY MAN ER RECOMMENDED ACTION CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY: r_121 Zi011101 ❑ As Recommended ❑ As Amended ❑ Ordinance on 18t Reading ❑ Ordinance on 2nd Reading ❑ Implementing Resolution ❑ Set Public Hearing For CONTINUED TO FILE NUMBER Receive and file the staff report approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2012 -18 as conditioned. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION On December 9, 2013, the Planning Commission adopted a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2012 -18 conditioned by a vote of 6:0 (Bacerra abstained) to allow after -hours operation until 2:00 a.m. for the Little Sparrow Cafe at 300 North Main Street located in the Transit Zone Downtown (SD -84) zoning district. The Planning Commission made no changes to the recommended conditions of approval outlined in the attached staff report (Exhibit A). DISCUSSION This action allows an existing restaurant, Little Sparrow Cafe, to be open until 2 a.m. FISCAL IMPACT There is no fiscal impact associated with this action. ay ' Trevino cutive Director Planning & Building Agency HS:rb hs: LittleSparrowCafe \cup12- 18_LittleS parrowCafe, cc Exhibit: A. Planning Commission Staff Report 31A-1 31A-2 REQUEST FOR I • R• • PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING DATE: DECEMBER 9, 2013 TITLE: PUBLIC HEARING — FILED BY BRUCE MARSH FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2012 -18 TO ALLOW AFTER -HOURS OPERATION FOR THE LITTLE SPARROW CAFE AT 300 NORTH MAIN STREET Prepared by Hally Soboleske Executive Director PLANNING COMMISSION SECRETARY APPROVED ❑ As Recommended ❑ As Amended ❑ Set Public Hearing For DENIED • Applicant's Request • Staff Recommendation CONTINUED TO Planning Ma lager Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2012 -18 as conditioned to allow after -hour operations. DISCUSSION Request of Applicant The applicants, Bruce Marsh and Naseem Aflakian, are requesting approval of a conditional use permit that would allow their restaurant, the Little Sparrow Cafe, to operate until 2:00 a.m. Project Location and Site Description The site is currently developed with a single -story 6,200 square foot commercial building. The Little Sparrow Cafe occupies 2,622 square feet of the total structure and is located directly at the corner. Parking is supplied by public parking structures including one that is immediately west on Third Street and owned by the City of Santa Ana, and one located at the northwest corner of Third and Birch Streets, owned by the City of Santa Ana, Both public parking opportunities are shared by all the businesses in the immediate area. There is also metered street parking on Third Street. Surrounding land uses include commercial on all sides, with residential land uses within 100 feet to the southwest (Exhibits 1 and 2). Protect Description The Little Sparrow Cafe has been in operation for approximately seven months as a full - service eating establishment (Exhibits 3 and 4). Current hours of operation are 6:00 a.m, to 12:00 midnight. They offer baked goods, pastries, as well as breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The applicants would like to expand their hours of operation to 2:00 a.m. to be consistent with the operations of other restaurants in the area. EXHIBIT A 31A-3 CUP No. 2012 -18 December 9, 2013 Page 2 Proiect Background On August 15, 2012 the Zoning Administrator approved Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 2012 -19 for a Type 47 ABC license for the Little Sparrow, dba Floral Park, LLC, at 300 North Main Street. On September 10, 2012, CUP No. 2012 -18 for after -hours operation and CUP No. 2012 -20 for a banquet facility, as well as CUP No. 2012 -19 were presented to the Planning Commission for approval, A motion was made to approve the conditional use permits, and the motion failed; essentially, no action was taken and an impasse was declared. Per the Planning Commission bylaws, when an impasse is reached, the Chairman can ask the applicant if they would like the item continued or receive a denial. The applicant, Bruce Marsh, requested a continuance of the CUP for the ABC license. The Planning Commission then voted to approve CUP No. 2012 -18 for after -hours operation and CUP No. 2012 -20 for a banquet facility use, as well as CUP No. 2012 -19 (b) for a Type 58 ABC license for catering. On September 17, 2012, the City Council agenda included CUP No. 2012 -19 (a), Type 47 ABC license for serving beer, wine, and spirits for discussion. However, no action could be taken by the City Council until the Planning Commission had taken an action of either denial or approval. The project was then remanded back to the Planning Commission for a hearing at the October 8, 2012 meeting. At the October 8, 2012 Planning Commission meeting, the applicants Bruce Marsh and Naseem Aflakian voluntarily relinquished their previous approval of CUP No. 2012 -18 for after -hours operation subject to the approval of CUP No. 2012 -19 for a Type 47 ABC license. The Planning Commission requested the applicants return in six months to seek approval of the after -hours CUP. The building at 300 North Main Street had been vacant since 1997 and was in an advanced state of disrepair. The building owner and the applicants have done extensive structural repairs, updated the electrical system, and have rehabilitated the building exterior. The suite has historically been used as a cafe. The Little Sparrow cafe has been in operation for seven months, and has met with critical acclaim. They were given positive reviews by several media sources (Exhibit 4), and has a growing following. General Plan and Zoning Consistency The General Plan land use designation for the site is District Center (DC). District Center land use districts provide highly visible and accessible commercial development along the City's arterial transportation corridors and provide important neighborhood facilities and services. The project site is consistent with this General Plan land use designation. The parcel is located within the Transit Zoning Code (SD -84) zoning district in the Downtown (DT) sub -zone. The SD -84 zoning district allows for service and retail uses such as a restaurant. Further, the zoning allows for after -hours operation with the issuance of a conditional use permit. This project is consistent with the SD -84 zoning designation. 31A-4 CUP No. 2012 -18 December 9, 2013 Page 3 PmLq Analysis Conditional Use Permit requests are governed by Section 41 -638 of the SAMC. Conditional use permit requests may be granted when it can be shown that the following can be established: • That the proposed use will provide a service or facility which will contribute to the general well being of the neighborhood or community. • That the proposed use will not, under the circumstances of the particular case, be detrimental to the health, safety, or general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity. • That the proposed use adversely will not affect the present economic stability or future economic development of properties surrounding the area. • That the proposed use will comply with the regulations and conditions specified in Chapter 41 for such use. • That the proposed use will not adversely affect the General Plan of the city or any specific plan applicable to the area of the proposed use. If these findings can be made, then it is appropriate to grant the conditional use permit. Conversely, the inability to make these findings would result in a denial. Using this information staff has prepared the following analysis, which, in turn forms the basis for the recommendation contained in this report. In analyzing the conditional use permit request, staff believes that the following findings of fact warrant approval of the conditional use permits. Conditional Use Permit No. 2012 -18 to allow after -hour operations Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC) Section 41 -2007 (Table 2A) requires a conditional use permit for any eating establishment with hours of operation between 12:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. The proposed hours of operation are 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. seven days per week which is consistent with the operating hours of other downtown restaurants. The Little Sparrow Cafe is open for lunch and dinner. This building location is within the Downtown Artists Village, which has a combination of commercial, institutional and residential uses. Concerns typically associated with after -hours operations are the potential for noise complaints from nearby residents, as well as potential nuisance behavior from patrons exiting the restaurant at closing time. Conditions of approval have been placed upon the use in order to mitigate these potential concerns. The following findings support the recommendation of approval for after -hours operations. 31A-5 CUP No. 2012 -18 December 9, 2013 Page 4 • The proposed after -hours operation will provide an ancillary service to the restaurant customers by allowing them the ability to offer meals after 12:00 midnight, thereby providing an additional dining option within the downtown area. This will benefit the community by providing a restaurant with an additional and complementary food - related amenity. The after -hours operation is consistent with that of other restaurants in the downtown. Conditions have been placed on the after -hours permit that will mitigate any potential impacts created by the use and ensure that the use will not negatively affect the surrounding community such as disallowing outdoor dining and ensuring that all restaurant operation will occur within an enclosed building. • The proposed hours of operation at this location will not be detrimental to persons residing or working in the vicinity because conditions have been placed upon the permit that will mitigate any potential negative or adverse impacts that could be created by the use, and the proposed after - hours operation is consistent with other restaurants operating in the area. Further, the building location fronts Main Street which is an arterial street with significant public and commercial activity. Specific conditions address the potential for noise and light intrusion, as well as for security. • The proposed use will not adversely affect the economic stability of the area, but will instead allow the restaurant to compete with other nearby restaurants that also offer after -hours meals to their patrons. The extension of operating hours will enable the restaurant to continue their operations for a longer period of time, thereby allowing them to generate more revenue to ensure their continued economic viability. • As conditioned, the proposed project will be in compliance with all applicable regulations and conditions imposed on a restaurant open after midnight pursuant to Chapter 41 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code. • The proposed use will not adversely affect the General Plan. The granting of this conditional use permit supports several policies contained in the General Plan. Policy 2.2 of the Land Use Element encourages land uses that accommodate the City's needs for goods and services. Providing a variety of full- service restaurants with extended hours of operation offers additional dining options for Santa Ana residents and visitors. Policy 2.8 of the Land Use Element promotes the rehabilitation of commercial properties, and encourages increased levels of capital investment. The building has undergone a significant rehabilitation effort representing a large capital investment. Further, Policy 2.9 of the Land Use Element supports developments that create a business environment that is safe and attractive. The rehabilitation of the building has created an attractive corner on Third and Main Streets and remaining open until 2:00 a.m. promotes commercial activity in the area. Policy 5.5 of the Land Use Element encourages development that is compatible with and supporting of surrounding land uses. The Little Sparrow is located in a commercial area and is compatible with the surrounding commercial businesses. 31A-6 CUP No. 2012 -18 December 9, 2013 Page 5 Police Department Analysis The Police Department reviews conditional use permit applications for the after -hours operation and banquet halls due to the potential for adverse impacts on the surrounding community. This site is located within Reporting District No. 165. There are residential dwellings located within 100 feet of this proposed use. The Sycamore Lofts are located across the street to the south of this project. Due to their proximity to the restaurant, concerns exist with the potential to adversely affect the residents of the complex. Therefore, several conditions of approval are proposed for this permit to mitigate any potential for impacts. These conditions, including those that address noise and crime, will mitigate potential Impacts and help minimize calls for service to the restaurant. Public Notification The project site is located within the boundaries of the Downtown Neighborhood Association. Representatives from this Neighborhood Association were notified of this project. The project site was also posted with a notice advertising this public hearing, and a notice was published in the Orange County Reporter and mailed notices were sent to all property owners and tenants within 500 feet of the project site. At the time of this printing, no correspondence, either written or electronic, had been received from any members of the public. CEQA Compliance In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act the recommended action is exempt from further review per Section 15061(b)(3), which is a general rule exemption applying to projects that have no possibility of having a significant impact on the environment as this is a permitted land use per the Santa Ana Municipal Code and is in compliance with the City's General Plan. A restaurant operating until 2:00 a.m. is consistent with the operations of other businesses in the area. Categorical Exemption Environmental Review No. 2012 -18 will be filed for this project. Conclusion Based on the analysis provided within this report, staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Conditional Use Permit No. 2012 -18 as conditioned. hl& Hally 8obble e Associate PI nner HS:jm hsAILINIeSparrowCafelcup 12,18_ UttleSparrowCafe.pc 31A-7 4ilp� Sergio otz, AICP _ Principal Planner CUP No. 2012 -18 December 9, 2013 Page 6 Attachments: Exhibit 1 — Vicinity Map Exhibit 2 — Location Map Exhibit 3 — Photo of location Exhibit 4 — Operational information 31A-8 SBMTESM sr: I_—IL -j I—J I__ x R C1 '� i8 Ci C1 Ci C8 i nsP m pP ci ai m, R Ri Ri R3 R3 R3- _p,y SP3 8P4 1.� Iron uoo xon x 'I- HSI I IVI� II]� & SP SP AS n) N5 R1 s' io^ IN vs R.4 .4 a 4- e RI R1 R1 Ri RR1 Itt H& R3- 0 C 6 a nml non R3- I SP -3 SP -3 011 P) `SP -3 W r I 8 R2 N2 AY P P R2 lj + Sp-3 sra iT1� RI R1 R7 R) nx R2 P R2 srvs SD sp -3 R2 R2 IV2 P 75 R1 n' R2 i R5p-3 ?� 61.3 d P L R1 R1 R1 n) na H�� SPa3 sP P �� O P 6P3 SP4 SP3 V a snxn SD -20 P SP -3 i si mncarvwim SP 3 ) �+ cc GC GC' DDS xcxcjm'n�wjm�jl'j'� GC =® ® ■ SD -84 D -84 4JLJ D -84 D-&1 D -84 JLJ ° SD -84 .8 SD-8 D•. 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A N D 8 U I L D 1 N G A G E N C Y EXHIBIT 1 VICINITY MAP 31A-9 41' H STREET COMMERCIAL C 0 M M U R I A L do M R C I A L F w w a F- Ln m 2 N�D I C O M M STREET 10 C O M M E R C I A L STREET CUP 2012 -18 Little Sparrow Cafe 300 NORTH MAIN STREET P L A N N I N G A N D B U I L D I N G A GE N C Y LAND USE MAP EXHIBIT 2 31A -10 H J V) Q V W LJ C d d V } 2 N�D I C O M M STREET 10 C O M M E R C I A L STREET CUP 2012 -18 Little Sparrow Cafe 300 NORTH MAIN STREET P L A N N I N G A N D B U I L D I N G A GE N C Y LAND USE MAP EXHIBIT 2 31A -10 ±� . . � . wI -: \/ 4AFA ^ 2^ ~mil ) ) 6 6 wI -: \/ 4AFA i�, '.�., aev� ..at tip @I ; °'- �73Eilfl 1 .. �' r � - z � '�iri� yii ,� 3z 1_ _� �p r F _���:�� p �� i ", `a California Bistro Tuesday - Saturday 5:30 pm until 11:00 pm Romantic candlelit white tablecloth PP dinner featuring medern versions of classic dishes. Cocktail Lounge Tuesday - Saturday 5:30 pnn until Midnight Cozy and romantic lounge featur- ing a wide range of craft cocktails, beer, wines, and a selection of small plates and snacks. AA lh� � Local Cafe Lunch; Tuesday - Friday, 11 -3 Brunch; Saturday & Sunday, 9 -3 Casual sunlit dining room featuring craft sandwiches, amazing egg dish- es, house - batted treats, and coffee from local roaster Kean Coffee. Late Night Dining Tuesday - Saturday 5:30 pm until Midnight 16 seats at 8 tables for full dinner service, 11 bar stools, and selection of romantic plush seating. 31 A -11 *j '° }� : m Li......................... tt `" le Sparrow Brunch ..........,........... Tonics Mimosa, $8 Bloody Mary, $10 Lamberd Prosecco, $9 Champagne Cocktail, $9 Slippery Slope, $10 El Diablo, $10 Irish Coffee, $14 Mimosa. PourDuex Bailly Upierre Brut Reserve 1/2 Bottle with orange juice and two flutes. $22 Beverages Soda, $2.5, $3 Bottled Water, $3 Kean Coffee Coffee, $2 Espresso, $1.25, $1.50 Cappuccino or Latte, $3 Americano, $2 Iced Coffee, $3 French Press. $7 Iced Tea, $2.5 Pot of Tea, $6 ............................... Breakfast Two eggs any style, hash browns, bacon or sausage, toast, $9 Bacon and Gruyerc omelette, toast, $10 Eggs Benedict, 5:10 eggs, prosciutto, house English muffin, $'13 Creme f }alche pancakes, maple syrup, strawberries, $9 Brlcana`s Patin Perdu, heu8e -made paid- au -laly $12 Granola, whipped ricotta, rosemary honey, $7 House -made grrvlox, cream cheese, capers, country bread, .$14. Haris,sa rubbed Flat -Iron steak and eggs any way, roast, $15 Corned beef hash, fried egg, $16 Lunch Charcutcric /cheese plate, $15 100% grass -fed beef burger, tomato, lettuce, cheese, $16 Smoked turkey, fried egg, bacon, cfabatta, $1.0 Tri -tip pastrami, Swiss cheese, rye bread, $9 Heirloom tomato salad, burrata cheese, basil oil, $'12 Beet salad, Brillat- Savarin, candied walnuts, $12 Sides Biscuits, $2 Hash browns, $3 Biscuits & Gravy, $6 French. Fries, $4 Bacon, $4 Toast, $3 Sausage, $4 Cookies, $25 Good morning. Eat well, not more. I ...... ..... I......... 3p1"W ol't °° ° ° °° Little Sparrow Lunch Sandwiches Fried chicken, cote slaw, spicy aioli, $10 100% grass -Fed beef burger, tomato, lettuce, cheese, $16 Smoked turkey, fried egg, bacon, ciabatta, $10 Pork belly bash mi, ciabatta, $11 Halibut Po' boy, old bay aioli, celery salad, ciabatta, $11 Tri -tip pastrami, Swiss cheese, rye bread, $9 Chickpea masala, grilled sourdough, pickled shallots, $9 Muffuleta, mortadella, salamt, provolone, glardiniera, $10 Shares & Sides Charcuteric /cheese plate, $15 Mac and cheese, $5 Side of fries, $4 Salads Farro salad, roasted mushrooms-, 5:1.0 egg, $9 Grilled chicken, grilled romaine, Parmesan - anchovy vinaigrette, $11 Grilled swordfish, compressed watermelon salad, feta cheese. $12 Sweets Vanilla bean pot du creme, mango puree, $S Plain cobbler, vanilla bean ice cream, $8 Chocolate cake, milk chocolate mousse, apricot puree, $8 Coolies, $2,5 Phone Orders and Reservations Call in your lunch order for pick -up; 714 -265 -7640. Iieseavations online at UhtasparrowCafe . com or call. •....•I......11.1 Planning a meeting? Faring at your desk? We do take out. 31 P4 6 Beverages Soda, $2,5, $3 Bottled Water, $3 Kean Coffee Coffee, $2 Espresso, $1.25, $1.50 CapPuccino or Latte, $3 Americano, $2 Iced Coffee, $3 French Press, $7 Iced Tea, $2,5 Pot of Tea, $6 Wine & Beer Poperings Belgian IPA, $7 Einstok, Toasted Porter, $6 Allagash Witbier, $6 Welhenstephaner Pilsner, $6 Le Merle Farmhouse: Alt:, $7 Turbodog Brown Ale, $6 Limbic Frambotse, $10 Sauvignon Blanc, $10 Blanc Cotes -Du- Rhone, $11 Chardonnay, $S Pinot Blanc, $10 Rose, $12 Merlot, $10 Bordeaus,$9 Pinot yoir, $9 Prosecco,$9 Complete wine list upon request, ......................... Little r;. `` Sparrow Dinner .,,. „ „,......... „"c„ ,..20.13 , October, 2013 Starters House made charcuterie, $17 Heirloom tomato salad, burrata cheese, basil oil, $1.4 Roasted beet salad, Brillat- savarin, carried walnuts, micro mustard greens, $14 Steamed mussels, sour beer, piquillo peppers, roasted Fennel, $1.6 Sweet onion risotto, red onion )am, crispy shallots, $14 Crispy veal sweetbreads, eggplant caponata, smokey eggplant purge, $14 Grilled octopus, cranberry beans, red mustard greens, $15 Roasted bone marrow, grilled bread, bitter salad, $15 EZtre'es Pan Seared barramunch, red quinoa, swiss chard, sauce piperade, $28 Grilled. Mary's chicken, pomme puree, cippolini, chanterelles, $24 Grilled Heritage pork chop, spaetzle, roasted Brussels sprouts, $29 10 cz Prime NY strip, grilled leeks, confit potato, Romesco sauce, $32 Skuma Bay salmon, chorizo, romanesco, ricotta gnocchi, $28 House made tagliatelle, braised lamb neck, poached garlic, rermel, oranges, $23 Agnolotti, roasted cauliflower, ras el hanout, cashews, $19 Scallops Grenobloise, haricot veer, $26 Dessert Vanilla bean pot du creme, mango gelee, $8 Plum cobbler, vanilla bean ice cream, $8 Greek yogurt mousse, fresh figs, olive oil cake, $8 Chocolate cake, milk chocolate ganache, apricot puree, $8 It would be a sad waste or opportunity to eat badly. Enjoy. 31A 6 j� .................................... ............................... .............................. ....................., Craft Cocktails, x'12 .Bites Smooth Operator Rye, Cynar, St. Elizabeth's Allspice Dratn, improved Critters Chicken Cracklins, $4 Smoking Jacket Single malt Scotch, Caipano Antica, Cyn:u, orange hitters Onion rings, $4 Down Shift Spices( nuts, $3 Tequila, grenadine, honey, lemon, thyme, ginger, black pepper Savory popcorn, $3 Holland Hustle Gin, lemon., Aperol, simple, hops bitters Rosemary Madelines, $4 Saeerac Cognac, sugar cube, New Orleans bitters, absinthe Little Sparrow French whiskey, Suzc, Amargo Vallet, clemcranr, lemon. 17+/� �J India Maria I be Burger 'Tequila, lime, honey, pineapple shrub, IPA float 100% grass -fed beef, tottla- to, lettuce, cheese, i Fitty Fitty Martini Gin, Dolin vermouth, house orange hitters golden hand -cut twice Corpse Reviver #2 cooked french fries, $16 i Gin, Llllet, lemon, Lnxard0 Triplum, absinthe Lyon Street Buck Whiskey, lemon, ginger, house bitters, tfzz Gin Gin 'Buck Gin, SmallPlates ginger, lime, house bitters G The Sloe Poke Steak tartare, Gin, Sloe Gin, orange bitters, lime grilled toast, $7 Gold Rush. Bourbon, honey syrup, lemon Lamb nlerguez meatballs, harissa Champs Elysees potnme puree, $7 Cognac, Yellow Chtutreusc, lemon, house bitters Penicillin # 2 Braised oxtail, visual, ginger, honey, lemon, Fernet Vallet mist creamy polenta, grilled toast, $7 i ( Barkeep's Inspiration {l A challenge For you and t L19 'he bartender alike. Let s know .......... . . ....... .......... ............ }� your mood, liquor, style and we'll mix something up.. 14 •`' ^ ^• ° ^ ^•• ^•••• ^• ^••• ^•,•• ^• Beer and Wine on the flip side. Drinic better, not more. 3'�'�f OC REGISTER: Where To Eat Now 10 shining Stars of Summer By BRAD A JOHNSON Occupying the starkly rehabbed shell of a vintage diner, the Sparrow feels wonderfully un- pretentious, straddling a fine line that allows it to be current and timeless. Brad Johnson, OC Register; "Little Sparrow has quickly established itself as the restaurant to beat in downtown Santa Ana" { OC REGISTER: Despite Split Personality, Little Sparrow Soars "This might be one of the more important openings of the past couple of years" Krista Simmons, AAA Westways; "gorgeous dishes that showcase traditional French technique with California flair." OC; Weekly says of our Craft Cocktails; OC Weekly 2013 Best Of OC "The mind boggles at what Best New Restaurant (Little Sparrow) can do " ;Best Sunday Brunch WINDER: Golden Plate Award "We are happy to announce Little Sparrow as the winner of the Golden Dish Award. Attend- ees voted on their favorite dish at Decadence, and Little Sparrow's pork shoulder and chicken liver pate with fresh mission fig mostarda im- pressed the masses! Congratulation Chef Eric Samaniego and his team for serving up such an impressive culinary creation." Best Cocktail Lounge Jenn Tanaka, Coast Magazine; "Walking into Little Sparrow feels as if you've stumbled upon a neighborhood secret." '.• Gustavo Arellano, OC Weekly "one of the better break- fasts of my year, as well as one hell of a lunch' t ty A �P 0 IITLE SPARROW TAF I ^y �~.r. i. IF lol'osta ��r„ Should m )i F� The Little Sparrow Cafe B ;wr p�P F e+ =4 Air � n. 1 Nr r 4 Y ti .4x w � P p3 t u nF Isl Y L Iv +ri s 1 ri% µv vmirvfi ir= 4.n - ..�rlrmn.p+MUFR f.L tt N. n •.e 4.e r�..-xv 31AP2p °f10 So, what are we talking about? We are seeking modification to our CUP for the ability to stay open until 2:00 am. The is a continuance of our original application. We were given a six month probationary period, which was to begin the day we opened for business; Monday, May 13th, 2013. With the busy holiday season fast approaching, we would like to begin late night operations as soon as we reach the six month mark, Wedensday, November 13th. During this period we have not been cited for any violations of any kind. No ABC violations. No Police calls for noise, fighting, illegal dancing, loud music, or after hours operation. None, zilch, zippo. Our alarm has triggered a few times, usually by forgetful employees. We have had OCFD visit us due to a fire alarm. The Health Department visits us regularly, and we keep passing inspections. Some statistics about our business; 67% of our sales are food, 33% are beer, wine, and liquor. • 30% of our sales comes from the lounge area, 70% from the dining room. 40% of all liquor is sold in the doling room. 65% of liquor sales are for craft cocktails, 28% for wine, and 7% for beer. Nightclub bartenders often serve about 2.2 drinks per minute. The most cock- tails our bartenders have ever made in one hour; 34. We're proud of that. Little 9 Sparrow Page 10 of 10 31A-21 Iss - 12/4/13 RESOLUTION NO. 2013 -30 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2012 -18 AS CONDITIONED TO ALLOW THE HOURS OF OPERATION TO EXTEND TO 2:00 A.M., FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 300 NORTH MAIN STREET BE IT RESOLVED BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. The Planning Commission of the City of Santa Ana hereby finds, determines and declares as follows: A. Applicant is requesting approval of: Conditional Use Permit No. 2012 -18 to allow the restaurant's hours of operation to extend to 2:00 a.m. as conditioned, for the property located at 300 North Main Street. B. Santa Ana Municipal Code Section 41 -2007 requires a conditional use permit for: businesses operating between the hours of 12:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. C. On December 9, 2013, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on Conditional Use Permit No. 2012 -18. D. The Planning Commission determines that the following findings, which must be established in order to grant this Conditional Use Permit pursuant to Santa Ana Municipal Code Section 41 -638, have been established for Conditional Use Permit No. 2012 -18 to allow for after- hours operation: 1. Will the proposed use provide a service or facility which will contribute to the general well being of the neighborhood or the community? The proposed after -hours operation will provide a service to the restaurant customers by allowing the ability to offer meals after 12:00 a.m., thereby providing an additional dining option within the downtown area. This will benefit the community by providing a restaurant with an additional and complementary food - related amenity. The after -hours operation is consistent with that of other restaurants in the area. Conditions have been placed on the after -hours permit Resolution No. 2013 -30 31A-22 Page 1 of 5 that will mitigate any potential impacts created by the use and ensure that the use will not negatively affect the surrounding community. 2. Will the proposed use under the circumstances of the particular case be detrimental to the health, safety, or general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity? The proposed hours of operation at this location will not be detrimental to persons residing or working in the vicinity because conditions have been placed on the permit that will mitigate any potential negative or adverse impacts created by the use, and the proposed after -hours operation is consistent with other restaurants operating in the downtown. Additionally, the building location faces Main Street which is an arterial with significant public and commercial activity. Specific conditions address the potential for noise and light intrusion, as well as for security. 3. Will the proposed use adversely affect the present economic stability or future economic development of properties surrounding the area? The proposed use will not adversely affect the economic stability of the area, but will instead allow the restaurant to compete with other nearby restaurants that also offer after - hours meals to their patrons. The extension of operating hours will enable the restaurant to continue operations for a longer period of time, thereby allowing the business to generate revenue to ensure its continued economic viability. 4. Will the proposed use comply with the regulations and conditions specified in Chapter 41 for such use? As conditioned, the proposed project will be in compliance with all applicable regulations and conditions imposed on a restaurant open after midnight pursuant to Chapter 41 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code. 5. Will the proposed use adversely affect the General Plan or any specific plan of the City? The proposed use will not adversely affect the General Plan. The granting of this conditional use permit supports several policies contained in the General Plan. Policy 2.2 of the Land Use Element encourages land uses that accommodate the City's needs for goods and services. Providing a variety of full- service restaurants with extended hours of operation offers additional dining options for Santa Ana residents and visitors. Policy 2.8 of the Land Use Element promotes the rehabilitation of commercial properties, and encourages Resolution No. 2013 -30 31A-23 Page 2 of 5 increased levels of capital investment. Further, Policy 2.9 of the Land Use Element supports developments that create a business environment that is safe and attractive. The rehabilitation of the building has created an attractive corner on Third and Main Streets, and remaining open until 2:00 a.m. promotes commercial activity in the area. Policy 5.5 of the Land Use Element encourages development that is compatible with and supporting of surrounding land uses. The Little Sparrow is located in a commercial area, compatible with the surrounding commercial businesses. E. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act the recommended action is exempt from further review per Section 15061(b)(3) because it has no possibility of having a significant impact on the environment as this is a permitted land use per the Santa Ana Municipal Code and in compliance with the City's General Plan. Categorical Exemption Review No. 2012 -18 will be filed for this project. Section 2. The Planning Commission of the City of Santa Ana, after conducting the public hearing, hereby approves Conditional Use Permit No. 2012 -18 as conditioned in Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated as though fully set forth herein. This decision is based upon the evidence submitted at the above said hearing, which includes but is not limited to: the Request for Planning Commission Action dated December 9, 2013 and exhibits attached thereto; and the public testimony, all of which are incorporated herein by this reference. ADOPTED this 9th day of December 2013 by the following vote: AYES: Commissioners: Alderete, Crespo, Gartner, Mill, Nalle, Yrarrazaval (6) NOES: Commissioners: None (0) ABSENT: Commissioners: None (0) ABSTENTIONS: Commissioners: Bacerra (1) Eric Alderete Chairman Resolution No. 2013 -30 31A-24 Page 3 of 5 APPROVED AS TO FORM: Sonia R. Carvalho, City Attorney Bv: Laura Sheedy Assistant City Attorney CERTIFICATE OF ATTESTATION AND ORIGINALITY I, MARTHA RAMIREZ, Secretary of the Planning Commission, do hereby attest to and certify the attached Resolution No. 2013 -30 to be the original resolution adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Santa Ana on December 9. 2013 . Date: Secretary of the Planning Commission City of Santa Ana Resolution No. 2013 -30 31A-25 Page 4 of 5 EXHIBIT A Conditions for Approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 2012 -18 Conditional Use Permit No. 2012 -18 is approved subject to compliance, to the reasonable satisfaction of the Planning Manager, with all applicable sections of the Santa Ana Municipal Code, the California Administrative Code, the California Building Standards Code and all other applicable regulations. The applicant must comply in full with each and every condition listed below prior to exercising the rights conferred by this conditional use permit. The applicant must remain in compliance with all conditions listed below throughout the life of the conditional use permit. Failure to comply with each and every condition may result in the revocation of the conditional use permit. 1. The premises shall at all times be maintained as a bona -fide eating establishment as defined in Section 23038 of the California Business and Professions Code and shall provide a menu containing an assortment of foods normally offered. The premises must have suitable kitchen facilities and supply an assortment of foods commonly ordered at various hours of the day. 2. There will be no outdoor restaurant activity after midnight. 3. All exterior lighting will be directed towards the restaurant and /or sidewalk and not towards other properties. 4. There shall be no amplified sound outside the building. 5. Live Entertainment, including but not limited to, amplified music, karaoke, performers and dancing, is subject to compliance with Santa Ana Municipal Code ( "SAMC ") Chapter 11 and shall comply with all of the standards contained therein. Notwithstanding this requirement, music /noise shall not be audible beyond 20 feet from the exterior of the premises in any direction. 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