HomeMy WebLinkAbout31A - CUP - 305 E 4TH ST SUITE 105CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE;
MAY 3, 2016
TITLE;
CONDITIONAL LIRE PERMIT NO, 201605 TO
ALLOW A TYPE 41 ALCOHOL, BEVERAGE
CONTROL LICENSE AND CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT NO. 2016-16 TO ALLOW AFTER-
HOURS OPERATION UNTIL 2;00 A.M. AT
KIYOMIZU RESTAURANT AT 306 EAST
FOURTH STREET, SUITE 105 —
PHILLIP KWAN, APPLICANT
{STRATEGIC: PLAN NOS. 3, 2, 4}
CITY MANAGERf-'�
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CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY;
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❑ As Recommended
As Amended
❑ Ordinance on I" Reading
❑ Ordinance on 2n0 Reading
❑ Implementing Resolution
❑ Set Public Headng For„
CONTINUED TO
FILE NUMBER
Receive and file the staff report approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2418.05 and Conditional
Use Permit No. 2016-15 as conditioned.
At Its regular meeting on April 11, 2016, by a vote of 8:0 (Alderete and Bacerra absent), the
Planning Commission adopted a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2016.05 to
allow a Type 41 Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) license and Conditional Use Permit No. 201a-
15 to allow business operations until 2:00 a,m. for Kiyomlzu restaurant at 305 East Fourth Street,
Suite 105 located in the Transit Zoning Code/Specific Development No, 84 ($D-84) zoning
district. The Planning Commission made no changes to the recommendation outlined in the
attached staff report (Exhibit A).
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Phillip Kwan, proprietor for the Kiyomizu restaurant, is requesting approval of a Conditional use
permit (CUP) to allow a Type 41 Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABG) license for the on -premise
sale and consumption of beer and wine at a new restaurant. Establishments that sell alcoholic
beverages in the Transit Zoning Code area require a conditional use permit pursuant to Section
41-2007 of the Santa Ana Municipal Clads (SAMC). The applicant is also requesting approval of
a CUP to allow business operations until 2:00 a m. per Section 41.2007 of the SAMC. Full-sized
site pians are available for public viewing In the Clerk of the Council office.
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CUP Nos, 2018-05 & 2018-18 — Kiyomizu Restaurant ASC License & After -Hours at 305 East
Fourth Street, Suite 105
May 8, 2018
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STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNME
Approval of this item supports the City's efforts to meet Goal #3 - Economic Development,
Objective #2 (create new opportunities for business/job growth and encourage private
development through new General Plan and Zoning Ordinance policies) and Objective #4
(continue to pursue objectives that shape downtown Santa Ana into a thriving, culturally diverse,
shopping, dining and entertainment destination)..
FISCAL IMPACT
There Is no fiscal impact associated with this action.
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Exhibit: A. Planning Commission Staff Report
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APRIL 11, 2016
TITLE:
PUBLIC HEARING — FILED BY PHILLIP KWAN
FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2016-05 TO
ALLOW A TYPE 41 ALCOHOL BEVERAGE CONTROL
LICENSE AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2016-
15 TO ALLOW AFTER-HOURS OPERATION UNTIL
2:00 A.M. AT KIYOMIZU RESTAURANT AT 305 EAST
FOURTH STREET, SUITE 105 {STRATEGIC PLAN
NOS. 3,2; 3,41
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 Mai ger
1. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2016-05 to allow a Type 41 ABC license.
2. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2016-15 as conditioned to allow business
operations until 2:00 a.m.
DISCUSSION
Request of Applicant
Phillip Kwan, proprietor for the Kiyomizu restaurant, is requesting approval of a conditional use permit
(CUP) to allow a Type 41 Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) license for the on -premise sale and
consumption of beer and wine at a new restaurant. Establishments that sell alcoholic beverages
require a conditional use permit pursuant to Section 41-2007 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code
(SAMC). The applicant is also requesting approval of a CUP to allow business operations until
2:00 a.m. per Section 41-2007 of the SAMC.
Project Location and Site Description
The Kiyomizu restaurant is proposed to occupy the first floor just below the Native Son Alehouse,
immediately adjacent to the Wursthaus at the northwest corner of French and Fourth Streets at the
northernmost side of the East End Promenade. The lot is approximately 20,715 square feet in size
and is developed with a two-story, 50,000 -square -foot commercial building. The suite this
restaurant proposes to occupy is 785 square feet in size and is on the ground floor. Surrounding
land uses include the Native Son Ale House on the upper floor, and commercial/retail to the north,
south, east and west (Exhibits 1, 2 and 3).
EXHIBIT A
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CUP Nos. 2016-05 and 2016-15
April 11, 2016
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Project Description and Backaround
The Kiyomizu restaurant proposes to occupy a 785 square foot suite on the ground floor of 305
East Fourth Street. The building has traditionally contained a mixture of commercial uses, including
retail, office and service uses.
In conjunction with the new restaurant, the applicant is requesting approval of a Type 41 Alcoholic
Beverage Control (ABC) license to allow the on -premise consumption of beer and wine for patrons
of the restaurant. The restaurant will be a sit-down eating establishment that will hold
approximately 26 seats within its 785 square foot dining room although the proprietor states that
they will likely have less seating due to the small size of the dining room. Various sushi rolls will
be handmade in front of the patrons for their consumption. Overall alcohol storage and display
areas will contain approximately 30 square feet, which is less than four percent of the floor area
and is consistent with the SAW requirement of maintaining five percent or less of the gross floor
area of the restaurant for alcohol storage and display (Exhibit 4).
The proposed hours of operation for the restaurant are from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. seven days
per week. Operations past 12:00 midnight in the Transit Zoning Code (SD -84) require approval
of a separate CUP.
The Kiyomizu restaurant will be a privately owned restaurant that serves lunch and dinner. The
restaurant will feature handmade sushi and vegetable rolls.
General Plan and Zoninct Consistency
The General Plan land use designation for the site is District Center (DC). District Center areas are
designed to serve as anchors for the City's commercial corridors, and to accommodate major
development activity, District Centers are to be developed with an urban character including a mix
of office, commercial and residential land uses including other restaurants with ABC licenses. The
project site is consistent with this General Plan land use designation.
The zoning for the site is the Transit Zoning Code/Specific Development No. 84 (SD -84). The
SD -84 zoning district allows for retail and service uses such as restaurants, making the proposed
use consistent with the zoning code.
Project 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.
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CUP Nos. 2016-05 and 2016-15
April 11, 2016
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• 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 will not adversely 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 requests, staff believes that the following
findings of fact warrant approval of the conditional use permits.
Conditional Use Permit No. 2016-05 — Type 41 ABC license:
The Kiyomizu restaurant is requesting approval of a Type 41 Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC)
license to allow the on -premise consumption of beer and wine. The applicant intends to sell beer
and wine as an ancillary service to the primary restaurant use. Staff has reviewed the applicant's
request and has determined that the proposed establishment is in compliance with the standards
for establishments selling beer and wine.
The proposed alcoholic beverage license will provide for an ancillary service to the restaurant's
customers by allowing them the ability to purchase beer and wine with their food. The Type 41
ABC license is only issued to restaurants that meet the State's standards as a bona fide eating
establishment indicating that alcohol sales are not intended to be the primary use of the
business. Conditions have been placed on the alcoholic beverage control license, which further
emphasize the sales of alcohol as an ancillary use.
The proposed license for the on -sale consumption of beer and wine at this location will not be
detrimental to persons residing or working in the vicinity because conditions have been placed
upon the alcoholic beverage control license that will mitigate any potential negative or adverse
impacts that could be created by the use. In addition, the use will occur within the premises in
accordance with the standards of the State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.
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CUP Nos. 2016-05 and 2016-15
April 11, 2016
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• 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 alcoholic beverages
for sale to their patrons. Moreover, the offering of beer and wine as an ancillary product to food
supports the establishment of a full-service restaurant. The proposed use will serve to re -tenant
a previously vacant building, thereby decreasing the number of vacant tenant spaces that may
affect the economic stability of the area.
• As conditioned, the proposed project will be in compliance with all applicable regulations and
conditions imposed on a restaurant selling beer and wine pursuant to Chapter 41 of the Santa
Aria Municipal Code for restaurants selling alcohol with their meal, The facility will be maintained
as a bona -fide eating establishment as defined in Section 23038 of the California Business and
Professions Code, having suitable kitchen facilities and supplying an assortment of foods
commonly ordered at various hours of the day. Additionally, the restaurant will use less than five
percent of the gross floor area for the display and storage of alcoholic beverages, which is below
the maximum threshold established by 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 offers additional dining options for
Santa Ana residents and visitors. Policy 2.8 of the Land Use Element promotes the
rehabilitation and use of commercial properties, and encourages increased levels of capital
investment. The building located at 305 East Fourth Street has undergone significant
rehabilitation and represents strong capital investment.
• The tenanting of this building with a restaurant use further supports the viability of the
downtown. Policy 4.3 of the Land Use Element encourages support of land uses which
provide community and regional economic and service benefits. A new restaurant will provide
a needed service to Santa Ana residents and visitors.
Conditional Use Permit No 2016-15 — After Hours Operation:
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 for Kiyomizu restaurant are 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m., seven days a
week, which are consistent with the operating hours of other downtown restaurants. The
Kiyomizu restaurant proposes to be open for lunch and dinner.
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April 11, 2016
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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 and offers customers
another late night dining alternative. 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.
• The proposed after-hours operation is consistent with other restaurants operating in the
downtown, and provides additional food choices for local residents and visitors. The after-hours
operation 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.
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, Moreover, the late night hours allows the restaurant to remain economically viable
and contributes to the overall success of the downtown area in which it is located, helping to
decrease the number of vacant tenant spaces that may affect the economic viability of the site.
The after-hours operation will contribute to the success of downtown by widening the time frame
that food service is available thereby encouraging customers to stay longer in the area.
As conditioned, the proposed project will be in compliance with all applicable regulations and
conditions imposed on a restaurant open after 12:00 midnight pursuant to Chapter 41 of the
Santa Ana Municipal Code.
The proposed use will not adversely affect the General Plan. Policy 2.2 of the Land Use
Element encourages land uses that accommodate the City's needs for goods and services. A
restaurant which operates after hours will provide a dining service to the residents of Santa
Ana. Policy 2.9 of the Land Use Element supports developments that create a business
environment that is safe and attractive. Conditions of approval, in conjunction with the
operational standards for the proposed Type 41 ABC license will help maintain a safe and
attractive environment in Santa Ana. Policy 5.5 of the Land Use Element encourages
development that is compatible with and supporting of surrounding land uses. The proposed
Kiyomizu restaurant will be located in downtown and is compatible with surrounding land
uses. A restaurant with after-hours operations provides a dining service to the residents of
Santa Ana.
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CUP Nos. 2016-05 and 2016-15
April 11, 2016
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Police Department Analysis
The Police Department reviews conditional use permit applications for the sale and service of
alcoholic beverages and after-hours operation in order to ensure that the potential crime and
nuisance behaviors associated with alcohol consumption are mitigated to the greatest extent
possible. For on -sale licenses the Police Department analyzes the crime rate in the area using
the standards and definitions contained in the Business and Professions Code Section
23948.4(c)(2), which also are utilized by the State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control
(ABC). This section defines "reported crimes" as criminal homicide, forcible rape, robbery,
aggravated assault, burglary, larceny theft, and motor vehicle theft, combined with all arrests for
other crimes, both felonies and misdemeanors, except traffic citations.
The Police Department then compares the number of such crimes in the reporting district as
compared to the number of crimes in other reporting districts. In keeping with the standard used
by State ABC and Business and Professions Code, should the Police Department determine that
the reporting district has a 20 percent greater number of reported crimes than the average
number found in all reporting districts, the Police Department will consider this information in
making its recommendation,
The project at 305 East Fourth Street is located in Reporting District No. 165. This reporting
district is 20 percent higher than the average number of reported crimes in all reporting districts.
Although the crime rate is 20 percent higher, the Police Department contends that the operational
standards and proposed conditions of approval will mitigate any potential negative impacts to the
surrounding community. As a result, conditions of approval are included as required by the
SAMC that will address any concerns.
Public Notification
The project site is located within the boundaries of the Downtown Neighborhood Association and
the Lacy Neighborhood Association, and is within the Downtown National Register Historic
District. Staff contacted the presidents of the Downtown Neighborhood Association and the Lacy
Neighborhood Association to ensure they were notified of this project and to identify any areas of
concern. Tish Leon of the Downtown Neighborhood Association supports the proposed project,
and Jose Leal, the Lacy Neighborhood president, did not have any concerns at this time. The
project site itself was posted with a notice advertising this public hearing, 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.
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April 11, 2016
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CEQA Compliance
In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act the recommended action is exempt for
further review per Section 15061(b)(3) because there is a certainty that the activity in question will
not have a significant effect on the environment. Categorical Exemption Environmental Review
No. 2016-30 will be filed for this project.
Stratenic Plan Alignment
Approval of this item supports the City's efforts to meet Goal No. 3 Economic Development,
Objective No. 2 (create new opportunities for business/job growth and encourage private
development through new General Plan and Zoning Ordinance policies) and Objective No. 4
(continue to pursue objectives that shape downtown Santa Ana into a thriving, culturally diverse,
shopping, dining and entertainment destination).
Conclusion
Based on the analysis provided within this report, staff recommends that the Planning Commission
approve Conditional Use Permit No. 2016-05 and Conditional Use Permit No. 2016-15 as
conditioned.
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Associate Planner
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Attachments:
Exhibit 1 —Vicinity Map
Exhibit 2 — Location Map
Exhibit 3 —Site Photo (Entry)
Exhibit 4 — Floor Plan
Exhibit 5 — Operational Standards for On -Sale Establishments
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Sec. 41-196. Establishments selling alcoholic beverages.
Operational standards for on -sale establishments. The following operational standards
shall be included as informational conditions in the conditions of approval for the
conditional use permit required pursuant to Section 41-196
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. Full and complete meals must be
served whenever the privileges of the on -sale license are being exercised.
2. There shall be no fixed bar or lounge area upon the premises maintained for the
sole purpose of sales, service or consumption of alcoholic beverages directly to
patrons. A fixed bar or lounge may be permitted if patrons may order food being
offered to the general patrons of the eating establishment.
3. The sales, service, and consumption of alcoholic beverages shall be permitted
only between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 a.m. unless otherwise amended by
the granting of a conditional use permit for after-hours operations pursuant to
Santa Ana Municipal Code Chapter 41.
4. It shall be the applicant's responsibility to ensure that no alcoholic beverages are
consumed on any property adjacent to the licensed premises under the control of
the applicant, with the exception of any enclosed patio areas.
5. The applicant or an employee of the licensee must be present to monitor all areas
of the establishment, including outdoor patios, during all times that alcoholic
beverages are being served or consumed.
6. All employees serving alcoholic beverages must complete Responsible Beverage
Service Training, or an equivalent approved by the State Department of Alcoholic
Beverage Control, prior to being able to serve alcoholic beverages to patrons.
Evidence of the completion of such training must be maintained on the premises
and available for inspection upon request by the City.
During those times when patrons are restricted to 21 years of age or older, the
applicant shall at all times utilize an age verification means or device for all
purchases of alcoholic beverages. Such verification of age is not intended to
discriminate against patrons based on race, ethnicity or legal status, but only to
comply with state law restricting the sale of alcohol to those 21 and older.
8. Queuing lines shall be managed in an orderly manner and all disruptive and/or
intoxicated patrons shall be denied entry. The business owner, or his designee,
shall be responsible for monitoring the queuing lines at all times.
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9. The outdoor queuing line shall not block public walkways or obstruct the entry or
exit doors of adjacent businesses. Stanchions or barriers must be used to
maintain order at all times the queue exceeds 25 patrons. All stanchions or
barriers located on public property must be approved by the Public Works Agency.
10. Employees and contract security personnel shall not consume any alcoholic
beverages during their work shift, except for product sampling for purposes of
employee education about new products. Under no circumstances may contract
security personnel consume alcoholic beverages during their work shift.
11. There shall be no exterior advertising of any kind or type, including window signs
or other signs visible from outside, that promote or indicate the availability of
alcoholic beverages on the premises. Interior displays of alcoholic beverages or
signs, which are clearly visible to the exterior, shall constitute a violation of this
condition. Permissible window displays must be kept to a minimum for maximum
visibility and shall not exceed 25 percent of window coverage. Floor displays shall
not exceed three feet in height.
12. There shall be no promotions encouraging intoxication or drinking contests or
advertisements indicating "buy one drink, get one free", "two for the price of one",
or "all you can drink for..." or similar language.
13. Any pool tables, amusement machines or video games maintained on the
premises at any time must be reviewed and approved in a security plan submitted
to the Chief of Police.
14, Live Entertainment, including but not limited to, amplified music, karaoke,
performers and dancing, shall be subject to the issuance of an entertainment
permit pursuant to Santa Ana Municipal Code ("SAMC") Chapter 11 —
Entertainment, 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.
15. Neither the applicant, nor any person or entity operating the premises with the
permission of the applicant, shall violate the City's adult entertainment ordinance
contained in SAMC Section 12-1 and 12-2.
16. The premises shall not be operated as an adult entertainment business as such
term is defined in SAMC Section 41-1701.6.
17. The applicant(s) shall be responsible for maintaining free of litter the area adjacent
to the premises under the control of the licensee.
18. There shall be no public telephones located on the exterior of the premises. All
interior pay phones must be designed to allow outgoing calls only.
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19. Any graffiti painted or marked upon the premises or on any adjacent area under
the control of the licensee(s) shall be removed or painted within 24 hours of being
applied.
20. Existing bona fide eating establishment and required parking must conform to the
provisions of Chapter 8, Article 11, Division 3 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code
(Building Security Ordinance). These code conditions will require that the existing
project lighting, door/window locking devices and addressing be upgraded to
current code standards. Lighting standards cannot be located in required
landscape planters. Prior to issuance of Letter of Approval to the Alcohol
Beverage Control Board, this condition must be complied with.
21. A timed -access cash controller or drop safe must be installed.
22. Install a silent armed robbery alarm.
23. The owner or manager of the licensed premises shall maintain on the premises a
written security policy and procedures manual that has been approved by the
Police Department, addressing at a minimum the following items:
a. Procedures for handling obviously intoxicated persons.
b. The method for establishing a reasonable ratio of employees to patrons,
based upon activity level, in order to ensure adequate staffing levels to
monitor beverage sales and patron behavior.
C. Procedures for handling patrons involved in fighting, arguing or loitering
about the building, and/or in the immediate adjacent area that is owned,
]eased, rented or used under agreement by the Licensee(s).
d. Procedures for verifying the age of patrons for purposes of alcohol sales.
e. Procedures for ensuring that servers monitor patrons to ensure that their
drinking limit/potential intoxication is not exceeded. This procedure should
include a description of the procedure the server would use to warn, or
refuse to serve, the patron.
f. Procedures for calling the police regarding observed or reported criminal
activity.
g. Procedures for management of queuing lines.
h. The location and description of any video games proposed to be on the
premises.
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24. The operator shall be responsible for submitting a detailed outdoor fencing and
dining plan where outdoor dining is proposed as part of the business operation. If
the proposed dining area or fencing is in the public right of way, the applicant must
obtain all required permits and approvals from the Public Works Agency.
25. Combined alcohol storage and display areas shall not exceed five percent (5%) of
the gross floor area of the licensed establishment.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2016 -XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT NO. 2016-05 AS CONDITIONED TO ALLOW
A TYPE 41 ALCOHOL BEVERAGE CONTROL LICENSE
AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2016-15 AS
CONDITIONED TO ALLOW FOR AFTER HOURS
OPERATION FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 305
EAST FOURTH 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 Aria hereby finds,
determines and declares as follows:
A. Applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 2016-05 to
allow a Type 41 Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) license at the property
located at 305 East Fourth Street.
B. Santa Ana Municipal Code Section 41-196 requires approval of a
conditional use permit for establishments wishing to sell alcohol for on- or
off -premise consumption.
C. On April 11, 2016, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public
hearing on Conditional Use Permit No. 2016-05.
D. The Planning Commission of the City of Santa Ana determines that the
following findings, which must be established in order to grant this
Conditional Use Permit pursuant to Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC)
Section 41-636, have been established for Conditional Use Permit No.
2016-04 to allow a Type 41 ABC license:
1. That the proposed use will provide a service or facility which will
contribute to the general well being of the neighborhood or
community.
The proposed alcohol beverage license will provide an
ancillary service to restaurant customers by allowing them
the ability to purchase beer and wine with their food. This
will thereby benefit the community by providing a restaurant
with an additional and complementary food -related amenity.
Standards have been placed on the alcoholic beverage
control license which will mitigate any potential Impacts
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created by the use and ensure that the use will not
negatively affect the surrounding community.
Z. 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.
The proposed license for the on -sale consumption of alcohol
at this location will not be detrimental to persons residing or
working in the vicinity because the applicable standards for
an on -sale alcoholic beverage control license will mitigate
any potential negative or adverse impacts created by the
use.
3. That the proposed use will not 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 restaurants in the area that also offer full
alcoholic beverages for sale to their guests and other
visitors. Additionally, the ABC license will allow the
restaurant to be economically viable and contribute to the
success of the City of Santa Ana's economy.
4, That the proposed use will comply with the regulations and
conditions specified in Chapter 41 for such use.
The proposed project will be in compliance with all
applicable regulations imposed on a restaurant selling
alcohol pursuant to Chapter 41 of the Santa Ana Municipal
Code. The facility has the kitchen facility necessary to be
considered a bona fide restaurant use and is eligible to obtain
a restaurant related alcoholic beverage control license.
Additionally, the restaurant will utilize less than four percent of
the gross floor area for the storage of alcoholic beverages,
which is below the maximum threshold established by the
Municipal Code,
5. 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.
The proposed use will not adversely affect the General Plan.
Policy 1.8 of the Land Use Element encourages a balance of
land uses to address basic community needs through
encouraging commercial services. Approval of the Kiyomizu
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restaurant will provide additional dining and retail uses within
the Downtown, which is a primary commercial area of the
city. Policy 2.2 of the Land Use Element encourages land
uses that accommodate the City's needs for various goods
and services, and this facility proposes a new food
establishment in the downtown area. Policy 2.9 of the Land
Use Element supports developments that create a business
environment that is safe and attractive, and the Kiyomizu
restaurant proposes to offer a family friendly environment.
Operational standards for the proposed Type 41 ABC
license are intended to maintain a safe and attractive
environment in Santa Ana. Policy 5.5 of the Land Use
Element encourages development that is compatible with
and supporting of surrounding land uses. The proposed
Kiyomizu restaurant will be located in a commercial corridor
and is compatible with surrounding land uses. Restaurants
with an ancillary alcohol license provide a dining service to
the residents of Santa Ana.
E. Applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 2016-15 to
allow after hours operation (midnight to 2:00 a.m.) at the property located at
305 East Fourth Street,
F. 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. On April 11, 2016, the Planning
Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on Conditional Use Permit
No. 2016-15.
G. The Planning Commission of the City of Santa Ana determines that the
following findings, which must be established in order to grant this
Conditional Use Permit pursuant to Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC)
Section 41-2007, have been established for Conditional Use Permit No.
2016-15 to allow after hours operation:
1. 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 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
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restaurants in the downtown and offers customers another
late night dining alternative. 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.
2. 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. Moreover, the late night hours
allows the restaurant to remain economically viable and
contributes to the overall success of the downtown area in
which it is located, helping to decrease the number of vacant
tenant spaces that may affect the economic viability of the
site, The after-hours operation will contribute to the success
of downtown by widening the time frame that food service is
available thereby encouraging customers to stay longer in
the area.
3. 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 12:00 midnight pursuant to Chapter 41
of the Santa Ana Municipal Code,
4. 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.
Policy 2,2 of the Land Use Element encourages land uses
that accommodate the City's needs for goods and services.
A restaurant which operates after hours will provide a dining
service to the residents of Santa Ana. Policy 2.9 of the Land
Use Element supports developments that create a business
environment that is safe and attractive. Conditions of
approval, in conjunction with the operational standards for
the proposed Type 41 ABC license will help maintain a safe
and attractive environment in Santa Ana. Policy 5.5 of the
Land Use Element encourages development that is
compatible with and supporting of surrounding land uses.
The proposed Kiyomizu restaurant will be located in a
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commercial corridor and is compatible with surrounding land
uses. A restaurant with after-hours operations provides a
dining service to the residents of Santa Ana. The proposed
use will provide a service or facility which will contribute to the
general well-being of the neighborhood or community.
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 and offers customers another
late night dining alternative. 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.
H. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act the
recommended action is exempt for further review per Section 15061(b)(3)
because there is a certainty that the activity in question will not have a
significant effect on the environment. Categorical Exemption
Environmental Review No. 2016-30 will be filed for this project.
Section 2. The applicant agrees to indemnify, hold harmless, and defend the
City of Santa Ana, its officials, officers, agents, and employees, from any and all liability,
claims, actions or proceedings that may be brought arising out of its approval of this
project, and any approvals associated with the project, including, without limitation, any
environmental review or approval, except to the extent caused by the sole negligence of
the City of Santa Ana,
Section 3. The Planning Commission of the City of Santa Ana after conducting
the public hearing hereby approves Conditional Use Permit No. 2016-05 as conditioned
in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein, and Conditional Use Permit No.
2016-15 as conditioned in Exhibit "B" attached hereto and incorporated herein for the
property located at 305 East Fourth Street. This decision is based upon the evidence
submitted at the abovesaid hearing, which includes, but is not limited to: the Request
for Planning Commission Action dated April 11, 2016, and exhibits attached thereto;
and the public testimony, written and oral, all of which are incorporated herein by this
reference.
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ADOPTED this 11th day of April, 2016.
AYES: Commissioners:
NOES: Commissioners:
ABSENT: Commissioners:
ABSTENTIONS: Commissioners:
James Gartner
Chairperson
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Sonia R. Carvalho, City Attorney
By:
Lisa Storck
Assistant City Attorney
CERTIFICATE OF ATTESTATION AND ORIGINALITY
I, ROSA BARELA, Acting Recording Secretary, do hereby attest to and certify the
attached Resolution No. 2016-xx to be the original resolution adopted by the Planning
Commission of the City of Santa Ana on April 11, 2016.
Date:
Acting Recording Secretary
City of Santa Ana
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Conditions for Approval for Conditional Use Permit No. 2016-05
Type 41 ABC License
Conditional Use Permit No. 2016-05 for a Type 41 Alcoholic Beverage Control license 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 belownp or 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.
The sales, service, and consumption of alcoholic beverages shall be permitted only
between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 a.m. unless otherwise amended by the
granting of a conditional use permit for after-hours operations pursuant to Santa Ana
Municipal Code Chapter 41.
2. It shall be the applicant's responsibility to ensure that no alcoholic beverages are
consumed on any property adjacent to the licensed premises under the control of the
applicant, with the exception of any enclosed patio areas.
3. The applicant or an employee of the licensee must be present to monitor all areas of
the facility during all times that alcoholic beverages are being served or consumed.
4. (queuing lines shall be managed in an orderly manner and all disruptive and/or
intoxicated patrons shall be denied entry. The business owner, or his designee, shall
be responsible for monitoring the queuing lines at all times.
5. The outdoor queuing line shall not block public walkways or obstruct the entry or exit
doors of adjacent businesses. Stanchions or barriers must be used to maintain order
at all times the queue exceeds 25 patrons. If located on public property those barriers
must be approved by the Public Works Agency.
6. Employees and contract security personnel shall not consume any alcoholic beverages
during their work shift, except for product sampling for purposes of employee education
about new products.
There shall be no exterior advertising of any kind or type, including window signs or
other signs visible from outside, that promote or indicate the availability of alcoholic
beverages on the premises. Interior displays of alcoholic beverages or signs, which
are clearly visible to the exterior, shall constitute a violation of this condition.
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Permissible window displays must be kept to a minimum for maximum visibility and
shall not exceed 25 percent of window coverage. Floor displays shall not exceed three
feet in height.
8. There shall be no promotions encouraging intoxication or drinking contests or
advertisements indicating "buy one drink, get one free", "two for the price of one', or "all
you can drink for..." or similar language.
9. Live Entertainment, including but not limited to, amplified music, karaoke, performers
and dancing, is prohibited or shall be subject to the issuance of an entertainment
permit pursuant to Santa Ana Municipal Code ("SAMC") Chapter 11 — Entertainment,
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.
10. Neither the applicant, nor any person or entity operating the premises with the
permission of the applicant, shall violate the City's adult entertainment ordinance
contained in SAMC Section 12-1 and 12-2.
11. The premises shall not be operated as an adult entertainment business as such term is
defined in SAMC Section 41-1701.6.
12. The applicant(s) shall be responsible for maintaining free of litter the area adjacent to
the premises under the control of the licensee.
13. There shall be no public telephones located on the exterior of the premises. Ail interior
pay phones must be designed to allow outgoing calls only.
14. Any graffiti painted or marked upon the premises or on any adjacent area under the
control of the licensee(s) shall be removed or painted within 24 hours of being applied.
15. A timed -access cash controller or drop safe must be installed.
16. Install a silent armed robbery alarm.
17.The owner or manager of the licensed premises shall maintain on the premises a
written security policy and procedures manual, that has been approved by the police
department, addressing at a minimum the following items; handling obviously
intoxicated persons; establishing a reasonable ratio of employees to patrons, based
upon activity level, in order to monitor beverage sales and patron behavior; handling
patrons Involved in fighting, arguing or loitering about the building and in the immediate
adjacent area that is owned, leased, rented or used under agreement by the
Licensee(s); verifying age/checking identification of patrons; warning patrons of
reaching their drinking limit/potential intoxication and refusing to serve; calling the
police regarding observed or reported criminal activity and the management of queuing
lines.
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Conditions for Approval for Conditional Use Permit 2016-15
After Hours Operation
Conditional Use Permit No. 2016-15 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 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.
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. Full and complete meals must be served
whenever the privileges of the on -sale license are being exercised.
2, 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.
3. The applicant(s) shall be responsible for maintaining free of litter the area adjacent
to the premises under the control of the licensee.
4. There shall be no amplified sound used outside the building.
A Trash Program and submittal of a notarized and recorded Reciprocal Trash
Agreement shall be provided prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy,
6. Sign permits (both permanent and temporary) are under separate submittal.
Special events are subject to a Land Use Certificate where such activities will take
place outside of the restaurant building.
8. The restaurant may remain open until 2:00 a.m.; occupancy of any future outdoor
patio is restricted to 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight.
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