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SR-8-C (90) . . ~(I ~:v CITY PLANNING DIVISION Land Use and Transportation Hanaqement Department MEMORANDUM DATE: January 30, 1991 TO: The Honorable Planning Commission FROM: Plannlng Staff SUBJECT: Conditional Use Permit 90-099 Address: Appllcant: 309 Santa Monica Boulevard Robert O. Resnick Jeffery M. Alexander Su""MM..~Y Actlon: Application for a Conditional Use Permit to allow the operatlon of a 393 seat entertalnment facility and restaurant W.l th a Type-47 alcohol l.lcense. The proposal meets all ap- plicable development standards. Recommendation: Approval wLth conditions Perm.lt streamlining Explration Date: June 21, 1991 SITE LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION The subject property lS a 7,500 square foot parcel located on the northeast corner of Santa Monica Boulevard and Third Street Prom- enade having a frontage of 50' on Third Street Promenade and 150' on Santa Monica Boulevard. The project would be located in the basement of the Bayside Arts Building. Existing uses 1n the bUllding include King George V Restaurant/Pub and Key West Res- taurant. surrounding uses consist of Teaser's Restaurant in the adJacent space to the north (C3C), the Santa Monica Jewelry Mart across Santa Monica Boulevard to the south (C2C), Tony Roma's/The Improv on the adjacent lot to the east (C3C), and the future site of the Golden Monkey Restaurant across Third Street Promenade to the west (C3C). Also nearby is the Yankee Doodle Billlard Club (Under construction). Zon.lng District: C3C Land Use District: Downtown Core Parcel Area: 50' X 150' = 7,500 square feet - 1 - A1T"ACktl-/1 6.lT C . . PROJECT DESCRIPTION Proposed is the construction and operation of a 6,142 square foot restaurant/entertainment facility in the basement of the existing Bayside Arts Building. Approval of a Conditional Use Permit is required to allow the sale of alcoholic beverages for on-site consumption and to permit the operation of an indoor entertain- ment facility. The establishment would feature live jazz, blues and folk music in an "amphitheater" style seating arrangement with a full service restaurant serving lunch and dinner. Parking would be provided in the City parking structures. MUNICIPAL CODE AND GENERAL PLAN CONFORMANCE The proposed project is consistent with the Municipal Code and in conformity with the General Plan. CEQA STATUS The project is categorically exempt from the provls10ns of CEQA, pursuant to Class 1(1) of the City of Santa Monica Guidelines for the Implementation of CEQA. FEES The 6,142 square foot project is subject to the Third Street Mall Annual Assessment fee of $ . 92 per square foot for a total of $5,650.64, and a parking levy of $1.50 per square foot for a to- tal of $9,213.00. The proJect is exempt from the Housing and Parks Project Mitiga- tion fee established by Ordinance No. 1367 (CCS), based on the fact that the project will not result in the new construction of 15,000 net rentable square feet or the addition to an existing project of 10,000 net rentable square feet or more of office area. ANALYSIS Background In August of 1990, the operator of the King George V Restaurant, currently located in the ground floor of the Bayside Arts Build- ing, submitted an application for a Conditional Use Permit to permit the expansion of the King George V Restaurant into the basement area of the Bayside Arts Building. At that time, staff met with the Santa Monica Police and was informed that the Vice Division had serious concern about the proposed expansion of the existing Pub. After discussion with staff and the Vice Division, the applicant requested that the item be continued in order to allow an opportunity to address the problems associated with the proposed expansion and in December of 1990, the operator of the King George V Restaurant withdrew his application. - 2 - . . On December 21, 1990, the owner of the Bayside Arts building, Robert Resnick, submitted a new application for a restaurant/ entertainment fac1lity to be operated in the basement of the bUllding. The proposed operation would be a completely seperate facility and would not be affiliated with the King George V Res- taurant. Before submitting the new application, the applicant met wlth Plannlng staff and representatives from the Bays1de Dis- trlct Corporatlon, Economic Development Division and the Police Department. Comments received from the various representatives have been lncorporated into the appllcant's final submittal. The santa Monica Police Department has agreed to support the project subject to a list of conditions designed to alleviate potential problems that may be associated with the proposed use. Santa Monlca Police Chief James Keane outlined these conditions in a letter to the Alcohol Beverage Control (Attachment D), and these suggestions have been included as conditions of approval (Condl- tions 24-26). proJect Design The proposed application would involve the conversion of the basement area of the Bayside Arts Building to a amphitheater/ restaurant. Accord1ng to the applicant, the facility would fea- ture broadcast quality, live jazz. blues, and folk music in a simi-circular seating arrangement on multi-tiered floors with an elevated stage. A dance area would be provided on the lower level, adjacent to the stage. The facility would also include a full service restaurant providing sit down dinner and lunch ser- vice. A total of 393 seats would be provided. The main entrance to the facility would be through a seperate ground level storefront adjacent to the King George V Restaurant. Handicap access would be provided Vla an elevator located in the building lobby. The layout of the establishment would consist of a 130 square foot stage at the west end of the space with seating for 393 people directed toward the stage. A bar would be located at the east end of the public area, opposite the stage. A full service kitchen, storage area, bathrooms and lobby area would be located in the remainder of the basement space, toward the east end of the building. parking The Zoning Ordinance parking requirements for the facility would be 82 parking spaces. However, the proJect would be located in the Downtown Parklng Assessment District and is not required to provlde parking. According to preliminary data collected by Kaku Associates for the downtown parking study, structure #3, which is the structure located in the same block as the project, is operating at a weekday peak of 74% occupancy between 2 P.M. and 3 P.M., resulting in a surplus 96 spaces, and a weekend peak of 92% occupancy between 8 P.M. and 9 P.M., resulting in a surplus of 30 parking spaces. The parking study also concluded that while cer- tain structures may be near capacity during peak periods, peak period utilization for the entire district, including all six structures, is only 63%, which results in a 37% availability rate - 3 - . . and a surplus of 1,130 parking spaces. Based on the surplus of available parking in the district, and the fact that a portion of the establishments patrons would walk to the facility from sur- rounding parkl.ng lots and entertainment uses, the proposed use would is not expected to result in a shortage of parking in the district. Project Relation to Downtown Development Plans The project would be located in Zone 2 of the Third street Mall Specific Plan. A Conditional Use Permit is required for the sale of alcoholic beverages and entertainment facilities. Third Street Mall specific Plan pOlicy 4.1.11 encourages the introduc- tion of uses which would attract nighttime use to the mall, such as movie theatres, cultural performance halls, restaurants, and entertainment facilities. While there has been a concern expressed by the Planning Commis- sion and others regarding the nnmher of alcohol outlets on the Third Street Promenade and the concentration of restaurants and entertainment uses in the area of the project, the proposed use would offer a unique type of entertainment service that is not currently provided within the Bayside District. The stated in- tent of the proposed live music venue is to attract a mature and culturally diverse crowd to the Promenade. The use would be lo- cated in the basement of an existing building, a space that is not suitable for other types of uses such as retail or office. With the recommended conditions of approval from Planning staff and the Police Department, the proposed use would complement the mix of uses existing and planned in the Bayside District. within a 500' radius of the site, there are seven on-sale general alcohol licenses and four on-sale beer and wine license. These include the following: Type-47 (On-Sale General Alcohol License) Golden Monkey - 1360 3rd street Promenade (Under Construction) Yankee Doodles - 1410 3rd street Promenade (Under Construction) Improv/Tony Roma's - 319 Santa Monica Boulevard Legends - 1301 3rd street Promenade (Under Construction) Teaser's - 1351 3rd Street Promenade King George V - 301 Santa Monica Boulevard Shekarchi's Restaurant - 304 Santa Monica Boulevard Type-42 (On-Sale Beer and Wine License) Fama - 1416 4th street Taka Sushi - 1345 2nd street Key West - 303 Santa Monica Boulevard Pescato's - 316 santa Monica Boulevard According to the 1980 Census, there is a residential population of 46 people within a 500' radius of the site. - 4 - . . Conclusion -rhe proposed restaurant and live music venue complies with the provisions of the zoning ordinance and the Third street Mall Specific Plan. Adequate parking for the use is available in the City parking structures. With the recommended conditions of ap- proval from staff and the Police Department, the use would be compatible with existing uses within the Bayside District. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the Planning commission approve Condition- al Use Permit 90-099 subject to the following findings and conditions: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FINDINGS 1. The proposed use is one conditionally permitted within the subject district and complies with all of the applicable provisions of the ncity of Santa Monica Comprehensive Land Use and Zoning Ordinance", in that the use is one which is conditionally permitted in the C3C district, and is en- couraged by the Third street Mall Specific Plan. The es- tablishment of an entertainment use and the ancillary sale of alcohol will allow greater daytime and nighttime use of the site and will contribute to the economic revitalization of the downtown area as discussed in the Third street Mall Specific Plan policies. 2. The proposed use would not impair the integrity and character of the district in which it is to be established or located, in that the Third street Mall Specific Plan encourages restaurant and entertainment uses. The alcohol service will be ancillary to the restaurant and entertain- ment function of the establishment. Provided the alcohol use does not become primary in nature or the bar area does not function as a stand alone bar, the use should not im- pair the surrounding district. 3. The subject parcel is physically suitable for the type of land use being proposed, in that Third Street Mall Specific Plan Policy sections encourage restaurant and entertainment activities along the Promenade. 4. The proposed use is compatible with any of the land uses presently on the subject parcel if the present land uses are to remain, in that the project would be located in a building containing a mix of retail, restaurant and office uses. 5. The proposed use would be compatible with existing and permissible land uses within the district and the general area in which the proposed use is to be located, in that the zoning of the site conditionally allows the proposed - 5 - . . use and the Third Street Mall Specific Plan encourages dining and entertainment uses in this area. 6. There are adequate provisions for water, sanitation, and public utilities and services to ensure that the proposed use would not be detrimental to public health and safety, in that the site is located in an urbanlzed area adequate- ly served by existing infrastructure. 7. Public access to the proposed use will be adequate, in that parking would be provided in the City parking structures. 8. The physical location or placement of the use on the site is compatible with and relates harmoniously to the sur- rounding neighborhood, in that the proposed use is com- patible with existing uses in the area. 9. The proposed use is consistent with the goals, objectives, and pollcies of the General Plan, in that the Land Use Element of the General Plan promote restaurant and enter- tainment uses on the Third street Promenade. 10. The proposed use would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or general welfare, in that the proposed use is consistent with the Zoning Ordinance, the Third Stree.t Mall specific Plan and the Land Use Element of the General Plan. 11. The proposed use conforms precisely to the applicable per- formance standards contained in Subchapter 6, section 9050 and special conditions outlined in Subchapter 7, section 9055 of the City of Santa Monica Comprehensive Land Use and Zoning Ordinance, in that no performance standard per- mit is required. 12. The proposed use will not result in an overconcentration of such uses in the immediate vicinity, in that the pro- posed operation would offer a unique type of service not currently provided on the Third Street Promenade or in the general area. ALCOHOL OUTLET FINDINGS 1. The proposed use and location are in accordance with good zoning practice, in the public interest, and necessary that substantial justice be done in that the use is one which is conditionally permitted in the C3C District, and is encouraged by the Third Street Hall specific Plan. 2. The proposed use is compatible with existing and potential uses within the general area; traffic or parking congestions will not result; the public health, safety, and general welfare are protected; and no harm to adjacent properties will result in that the restaurant and entertainment would be compatible with existing retail, - 6 - . . restaurant, office and entertainment uses and parking will be provided in the City parking structures. 3. The welfare of neighborhood residents adversely affected in that the proposed located away from major residential areas. will not be use would be 4. The granting of the license will not contribute to an undue concentration of alcohol outlets in the area in that the proposed operation would offer a unique type of restaurant and entertainment service and would provide an entertainment type currently lacking in the Downtown area. 5. There will be no detrimental affect on nearby residentially zoned neighborhoods considering the distance of the alcohol outlet to residential buildings, churches, schools, hospitals, playgrounds, parks, and other existing alcohol outlets in that the site is not located near residential neighborhoods. ALCOHOL OUTLET CONDITIONS 1. The owner shall prohibit loitering outside the entrance and shall control noisy patrons leaving the facility. 2. The primary use of the premises shall be for entertainment and sit-down meal service to patrons. 3. The premises shall maintain a kitchen or fOOd-serving area in which a variety of food is prepared and cooked on the premises. 4. The premises shall serve food to patrons during all hours the establishment is open for customers. 5. Seating arrangements for sit-down patrons shall not exceed 393 seats. 6. Take out service shall be only incidental to the primary sit-down use. 7. No alcoholic beverage shall be sold for consumption beyond the premises. 8. Permitted hours shall be 6 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Sunday-Thursday, and 6 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. Friday and Saturday. No "after hours" operations shall be permitted. No alcohol service to any outdoor seating area adjacent to a public street or sidewalk shall be permitted. 9. No expansion in number of seats, intensity of operation, or outdoor areas shall occur without prior approval from the City of Santa Monica and state ABC. - 7 - . . 10. Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, or a business license, as applicable, a security plan shall be submitted to the Chief of Police for review and approval. The plan shall address both physical and operational security issues. 11. Prior to issuance of a certificate of Occupancy, or a business license, as applicable, the operator shall submi t a plan for approval by the Director of Planning regarding employee alcohol awareness training programs and policies. The plan shall outline a mandatory alcohol awareness training program for all employees having contact with the public and shall state management's pOlicies addressing alcohol consumption and inebriation. 12. Final plans for any changes to exterior design, landscap1.ng, trash enclosures, and/or signage shall be subject to review and approval by the Architectural Review Board. 13. Minor amendments to the plans shall be subject to approval by the Director of Plann1.ng. An increase of more than 10% of the square footage or a significant change in the approved concept shall be subject to Planning commission Review. Construction shall be in substantial conformance wi th the plans submi tted or as modified by the Planning commission, Architectural Review Board, or Director of Planning. 14. The applicant shall comply with all legal requirements regarding prov1.s1.ons for the disabled, including those set forth in the California Administrative Code, Title 24, Part 2. 15. Refuse areas, storage areas, and mechanical equipment shall be screened in accordance with Sec. 9127J.2-4 (SMMC). Refuse areas shall be of a size adequate to meet on-site need. 16. The operation shall at all times be conducted in a manner not detrimental to surrounding properties or residents by reason of lights, noise, activities, parking, or other actions. 17. No noise generating compressors or other such equipment shall be placed adjacent to neighboring residential buildings. 18. Alcohol shall not be served in any disposable container such as disposable plastic or paper cups. 19. No video or other amusement games shall be permitted on the premises. 20. Within thirty approved) the (30) days from applicant shall date of provide a approval copy of (if the - 8 - . . statement of Official Action for this approval to the local office of the state Alcoholic Beverage Control department. 21. This permit shall expire one year from the effective date of approval unless required ABC permits are obtained. One three-month extension of the one-year period may be permitted if approved by the Director of planning. Spec1al Condition 22. Security shall be provided by the applicant during all hours of operation to the satisfaction of the Santa Monica Police Department. 23. No minors shall be pend tted in the establishment after 10:00 P.M. unless accompanied by an adult. 24. The establishment's monthly alcohol sales shall not exceed 40% of total monthly revenues. All records must be available and current for viewing by enforcement agencies. Prepared by: David Martin, Associate Planner Attachments: A. Radius and Location Map B. 500' Radius Map of Alcohol Outlets C. Letter to Alcohol Beverage Control from Santa Monica Chief of Police James F. Keane dated 12/21/90. D. Letter from applicant dated 12/21/90. E. Plot Plan, Floor Plans and Elevations DM PC/CUP90099 01/23/91 - 9 - J: ::: - I · ~l. · _~ I "10) ~ .. ~ ~~ ~: ~'!1 . !.~: ~:~:~ 'II I .. t _ .. W 'Ill ..., ~ ....." 11:' "'-! .. 'IiO \lit. \ol! I ~ II o~ <(I '0: ~ ;Qil:;~~~j1"~;:5 \r'~"'.' 16 .. .... I,C 'IoC. 24QzI \,) ~.' ~J3'D ~~I ~ ~ ~] .} (i 1- ! ~~ !: : ;. ~ : :)\~ .!: ~ I S; " !I 1I* ~ " . 1 ~ 16. loG' 'KII.., 1O"}l)' '0 .. 'ill 1:Ill I~~ CQU~T \ ~J ,~ ~ wl~'~I~I"Y' ~ ~ ~ ~ i.! I J ,1 W I ~ : ~ . .~' ~ I ~ I: ~ ~~~. ~~II'~ w. 10 "" '10 ... 10' 'It- WI 30t ....:II WIW ..... , . I .. ~ "';i'J#' . II .. ! I....~ 1 ~ i .". ~ .. 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M~lLlL · ~ ~...1 M'I ..~ -1..... ..~..~...~ ..,~ "~.c: t"~"'~ III"~ -~ -~.. ..~ -~ "1 ..~ "t ~ Ilwlv U~T .' . M Y ~ '" V U T Q , .J. y *-10%..' ..1M ..I. !II' . .. .. .. .Ifl.... .. JlI W .. .. .,.. .. ~ I ~M&t:\ !? . . Op SANTA NIONI:CA Department of Pollee James F Keane Chief of Police - ~~ ~~ -r<J ~' I:IFO~~ 1685 Mam Street PO Box 2200 Santa MOnica CA 90406-2200 (213) 394-5411 December 21, 1990 Mr. Gilson Grey Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control One Manches~er Boulevard Inglewood, Cal~forn~a 90306 Dear Mr. Grey: We have met with Mr. Robert Resnick regarding the proposed establishment a~ 309 Santa Monica Bouleva=d. ~he following conditions have been agreed upon: The hours of 1000 until 0200 on Friday through Sunday. Security shall be provided by the establishment during hours of operation. Food service shall be available during operational hours. No minors will be permitted after 2200 hours unless accompanied by an adult. The maximum monthly revenues shall not exceed forty percent of alcohol sales, and all records must be available and current for viewing by enforcement agencies. No alcohol shall be sold for consumption beyond t~e premises, and take out food service will only be inc~dental to the primary sit down use. If you have any questions regarding these conditions, please feel free to contact Captain Roy MCGinnis at (213) 458-8454 Sincerely, f~. ~ F. KEANE of police JFK:RM:mcf ~M~"" P _T