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PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
18 February 2025 — 7:00 PM
City Council Chambers
211 Eighth Street
Seal Beach, CA 90740
District 1 — Calvin Mingione
District 2 — Karen Nolta
District 3 — Richard Coles – Chair
District 4 — Patty Campbell
District 5 — Margo Wheeler – Vice Chair
Department of Community Development
Alexa Smittle, Community Development Director
Shaun Temple, Planning Manager
Patricia Garcia, Associate Planner
Samuel Funes, Assistant Planner
Amy Greyson, Senior Assistant City Attorney
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CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
At this time members of the public may address the Planning Commission regarding
any items within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. Pursuant to the
Brown Act, the Commission cannot discuss or take action on any items not on the
agenda unless authorized by law. Those members of the public wishing to speak are
asked to come forward to the microphone and state their name for the record. All
speakers will be limited to a period of 5 minutes. Speaker cards will be available at the
Clerk’s desk for those wishing to sign up to address the Commission, although
submission of a speaker card is not required in order to address the Commission.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Motion of the Planning Commission this is the time to notify the public of any
changes to the agenda, re- arrange the order of the agenda, and provide an opportunity
for any member of the Planning Commission or staff to request an item be removed
from the Consent Calendar for separate action.
CONSENT CALENDAR
A.Approval of the November 18, 2024 Planning Commission Minutes
CONTINUED ITEMS
SCHEDULED MATTERS
B.Reorganization of the Planning Commission – Election of a Chairperson and
Vice Chairperson for 2025
Recommendation: Staff recommends holding a vote for a Chair and Vice Chair
of the Commission.
NEW BUSINESS
PUBLIC HEARINGS
C.Conditional Use Permit 25-01
208 Main Street
Applicant: Scott Levitt
Request: For a Conditional Use Permit (CUP 25-01) to allow a change of land use
from a bank into a full-service restaurant with alcohol sales (ABC Type 47), live
entertainment, outdoor dining, and participation in the Main Street in-lieu parking
program, for a property located in the Main Street Specific Plan.
Recommendation: After conducting the Public Hearing, staff recommends that the
Planning Commission adopt Reolution No. 25-01, APPROVING Conditional Use
Permit 25-01 with conditions, and finding the project EXEMPT from the California
Environmental Quality Act.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
COMMISSION CONCERNS
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn the Planning Commission to Monday, March 3, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
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PLANNING COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT
DATE:February 18, 2025
TO:Planning Commission
THRU:Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
FROM:Alexa Smittle, Community Development Director
SUBJECT:Approval of the November 18, 2024 Planning Commission
Minutes
RECOMMENDATION:Approve the minutes of the Planning Commission meeting
held on November 18, 2024
Prepared by: Approved by:
Gloria D. Harper Alexa Smittle
Gloria D. Harper Alexa Smittle
City Clerk Community Development Director
Attachments:
1. November 18, 2024 Planning Commission Minutes
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City of Seal Beach – Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission
November 18, 2024
Chair Coles called the Planning Commission meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Commissioner Wong led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: Commissioners: Mingione, Campbell, Wong, Wheeler, Coles
Absent: None
Staff Present: Amy Greyson, Senior Assistant City Attorney
Alexa Smittle, Community Development Director
Shaun Temple, Planning Manager
Patricia Garcia, Associate Planner
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Chair Coles opened public communications. Speakers: None. Chair Coles closed public
communications.
City Clerk Harper announced that no emailed comments were received after posting the
agenda.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Motion of the Planning Commission this is the time to notify the public of any changes
to the agenda, re-arrange the order of the agenda, and provide an opportunity for any
member of the Planning Commission or staff to request an item be removed from the
Consent Calendar for separate action.
Motion by Vice Chair Wheeler, second by Commissioner Wong to approve the agenda.
AYES: Mingione, Wong, Campbell, Wheeler, Coles
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion Carried.
CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Approval of the October 21, 2024, Planning Commission Minutes
Motion by Vice Chair Wheeler second by Commissioner Wong to approve the consent
calendar.
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AYES: Mingione, Wong, Campbell, Wheeler, Coles
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion Carried.
CONTINUED ITEM(S) - None
SCHEDULED MATTERS - None
NEW BUSINESS – None
PUBLIC HEARINGS
B. Specific Plan Amendment 24-2
Main Street Specific Plan Area
Applicant: City of Seal Beach
Request: For Specific Plan Amendment 24-2 amending the Main Street Specific Plan
amending portions of the outdoor uses development standards to allow size flexibility for
outdoor dining tables, merchandise displays, and benches.
Recommendation: That the Planning Commission hold a public hearing regarding the Main
Street Specific Plan Amendment, and after considering all evidence and testimony
presented, recommend approval of Specific Plan Amendment 24-2 to the City Council and
find the project EXEMPT from CEQA.
Associate Planner Garcia provided a comprehensive staff report.
A discussion ensued. Chair Coles and Commissioner Wong’s questions and concerns were
addressed by Associate Planner Garcia and Planning Manager Temple.
Chair Coles opened the public hearing. Speakers: None. Chair Coles closed the public
hearing.
Vice Chair Wheeler moved, second by Commissioner Mingione, to recommend approval of
Specific Plan Amendment 24-2 to the City Council and find the project EXEMPT from CEQA.
AYES: Mingione, Wong, Campbell, Wheeler, Coles
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion Carried.
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DIRECTOR’S REPORT
Community Development Director Smittle announced that the annual Seal Beach
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held at Eisenhower Park on Saturday,
November 23, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
COMMISSION CONCERNS
The Planning Commission congratulated Commissioner Wong on his election to City
Council.
ADJOURNMENT
Chair Coles adjourned the Planning Commission meeting at 7:24 p.m. to Monday,
December 2, 2024, at 7:00 p.m.
___________________________
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
Approved: _______________________
Richard Coles, Chair
Attest: ____________________________
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
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PLANNING COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT
DATE:February 18, 2025
TO:Planning Commission
THRU:Alexa Smittle, Community Development Director
FROM:Samuel Funes, Assistant Planner
SUBJECT:Request for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP 25-01) to allow a change
of land use from a bank into a full-service restaurant with alcohol
sales (ABC Type 47), live entertainment, outdoor dining, and
participation in the Main Street in-lieu parking program, for a property
located in the Main Street Specific Plan.
LOCATION:208 Main Street
APPLICANT:Scott Levitt
RECOMMENDATION:After conducting the Public Hearing, staff recommends that the
Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 25-01, APPROVING
Conditional Use Permit 25-01 with Conditions.
GENERAL PLAN
DESIGNATION:
Commercial Service
ZONE:Main Street Specific Plan (MSSP)
SITE DESCRIPTION:ASSESSOR’S PARCEL NUMBER: 199-043-11, 199-043-10
LOT AREA: 11,750 SQ. FT.
GROSS FLOOR AREA: 6,426 SQ. FT.
SURROUNDING PROPERTIES:
NORTH: MAIN STREET SPECIFIC PLAN (MSSP)
SOUTH: RESIDENTIAL HIGH DENSITY (RHD-20)
EAST: RESIDENTIAL HIGH DENSITY (RHD-20)
WEST: MAIN STREET SPECIFIC PLAN (MSSP)
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ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
This project is determined to be a Class 1 (Existing Facilities) Categorical Exemption pursuant to
Section 15301(a) of the Guidelines for the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources
Code Section 21000 et seq.) for the repurposing of an existing bank building for use as a
restaurant including the permitting of interior or exterior alterations involving such things as interior
partitions, plumbing, and electrical conveyances.
LEGAL NOTIFICATION
The legal notice of this hearing was published in the Seal Beach Sun Newspaper on February
6, 2025 and mailed to property owners and occupants within a 500’ radius of the subject property
on February 3, 2025, with affidavits of publishing and mailing on file.
ANALYSIS
Scott Levitt, (“the applicant”) on behalf of 208 Main Street LLC (“the owner”), is requesting
approval to establish a full-service restaurant with a Type 47 ABC license (On-Sale General-
Eating Place), live entertainment, and outdoor dining at 208 Main Street in an existing 6,426
square foot two-story commercial building formerly occupied by the Bank of America. The building
is on a 5,875 square foot lot (50-by-117.5 feet), and the Project Site includes the neighboring
property at 200 Main Street, also owned by 208 Main Street LLC, which is currently developed as
a parking lot that previously served the Bank of America business, and is proposed to continue to
serve as the parking for this use. Both lots are equivalent size and combine to create a Project
Site of 11,750 square feet.
The Main Street Specific Plan (MSSP) and Seal Beach Municipal Code (SBMC) Section
11.2.10.010 (Commercial and Mixed-Use Districts – Land Use Regulations) require approval of a
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to establish a restaurant on Main Street. The CUP is also needed
for the full service of alcohol, live entertainment, and outdoor dining. The proposed hours of
operation for the restaurant are Monday through Saturday, 11am to 10pm, and Sunday 10am to
9pm. The proposed timeframe for live entertainment is Friday and Saturday, 6pm to 10pm, and
Thursday and Sunday, 5pm to 9pm. The live entertainment would be indoors, and the project will
be conditioned so that any resulting exterior noise created would be within the required exterior
noise standard of 55 decibels for the neighboring residential properties. The live entertainment
and full service of alcohol components have been referred to the Seal Beach Police Department
for review, who have stated that they have no objections, and the project is being conditioned
pursuant to City Council Policy 600-1 (Standard Conditions for Alcohol-Related Land Uses) to
meet the standards set by City Council for mitigating potential nuisances to the surrounding area.
The outdoor dining is being proposed within a new 497 SF covered patio located adjacent to Main
Street and the on-site parking lot. No outdoor dining is being proposed within the sidewalk (public
right-of-way) or in any area outside of the patio. As the proposed patio and parking for this project
are located on the separate parcel at 200 Main Street, the conditions of approval require the
applicant be required to record a covenant to hold both parcels as one property. The parking lot
currently exists with 18 standard spaces and 1 ADA space, and the project proposes to modify
the parking lot to add a van accessible ADA space and reduce the standard spaces by 3 to allow
for the additional ADA space and the new covered patio. The new parking count would be 2 ADA
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spaces and 15 standard spaces, for a total of 17 spaces. The restaurant has a floor area of 5,700
SF, which by Code, would require 57 parking spaces (1 space per 100 SF for restaurants),
meaning that the project is deficient by 40 parking spaces. The Main Street Specific Plan states
that any or all of required parking for uses within Main Street can be satisfied through the Main
Street In-Lieu Parking Program. As a condition of approval, the applicant would be required to
enter into and remain in good standing in the Main Street In-Lieu Parking Program to cover the
40 remaining required parking spaces, and record a covenant setting for its obligations. In order
to comply with the In-Lieu Parking Program, under the City’s cost recovery program, at time of
project approval the applicant/owner must pay an initial fee of $140,000 (calculated at $3,500 per
deficient space), and an annual payment of $4,000 (calculated at $100 per deficient space).
The tenant improvements proposed will include exterior and interior alterations. Changes to the
exterior façade facing Main Street will consist of large picture windows and 11’ 4” double swing
front doors. Changes to the exterior façade facing Central Avenue will consist of a covered patio
structure, outdoor dining area, large picture windows, and a 7’ 10” glass sliding door. The final
exterior alteration will be the installation of new stone veneer on Main Street, Central Avenue, and
the alley façade sides of the building. The interior alterations include new partitions, restrooms, a
bar area, and a kitchen.
The Land Use Element of the General Plan identifies Main Street as the focal point of downtown
Seal Beach and the traditional commercial core of the city. It is an area that provides for a
pedestrian-oriented mix of offices and buildings, surrounded by an area of mixed housing types
and institutions. The Land Use Section of the MSSP states that “the commercial uses are the key
to the area’s special character,” and that “It is important that they be retained and other similar
uses be encouraged to establish on Main Street whenever possible”. Restaurant uses are one of
the core business types of Main Street, providing a recreational meeting and dining place for
residents and tourists. Through use of appropriate conditions of approval, such as hours of
operation, noise standards, and the other standards set forth by City Council Policy Memo 600-
1, the expectation is that the proposed restaurant use can integrate into the commercial core and
of Main Street and its character while minimizing potential negative impacts to the nearby
residences.
CONCLUSION
After conducting the public hearing and receiving testimony, staff recommends that the Planning
Commission adopt the attached Resolution No. 25-01 approving CUP 25-01 to permit the
establishment of a restaurant in the former Bank of America building, with full alcohol service,
live music, and outdoor dining at 208 Main Street, and find the project exempt from CEQA.
Prepared by:
Samuel Funes Alexa Smittle______________
Samuel Funes Alexa Smittle
Assistant Planner Director of Community Development
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Attachments:
1. Vicinity Map
2. Aerial Map
3. Resolution No. 25-01
4. Photos – Existing Conditions
5. Renderings
6. Project architectural plans
7. City Council Policy 600-1: Standard Conditions for Alcohol Related Land Uses
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RESOLUTION NO. 25-01
A RESOLUTION OF THE SEAL BEACH PLANNING
COMMISSION APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT 25-01 TO ESTABLISH A RESTAURANT IN
THE MAIN STREET SPECIFIC PLAN AREA, WITH
THE FULL SERVICE OF ALCOHOL (TYPE 47 ON-
SALE GENERAL-EATING PLACE), LIVE
ENTERTAINMENT, AND AN OUTDOOR DINING
AREA.
THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH DOES HEREBY
FIND AND RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Scott Levitt (“the applicant”) submitted an application to the
Community Development Department for Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 25-01, on behalf
of 208 Main Street LLC (“owner”). The proposed project would repurpose the existing
Bank of America building at 208 Main Street as a restaurant, with the full service of alcohol
(Type 47 on-sale general–eating place), live entertainment, and an outdoor dining area.
Parking for the restaurant would be provided in a parking lot located at 200 Main Street.
208 and 200 Main Street (collectively the “subject property”) are located in the Main Street
Specific Plan (MSSP) Area, and both parcels are owned by 208 Main Street LLC.
Section 2. This project is determined to be a Class 1 (Existing Facilities)
Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15301(e)(2) of the Guidelines for the
California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq.) for
the repurposing of an existing bank building for use as a restaurant including the
permitting of interior or exterior alterations involving such things as interior partitions,
plumbing, and electrical conveyances.
Section 3. A duly noticed public hearing was held before the Planning
Commission on February 18, 2025, to consider the application for CUP 25-01. At the
public hearing, the Planning Commission received and considered all evidence
presented, both written and oral, regarding the subject application. The record of the
public hearing indicates the following:
A. The applicant submitted an application to the Community
Development Department for Conditional Use Permit 25-01 for a proposed restaurant at
200 and 208 Main Street in the Main Street Specific Plan (MSSP) area.
B. The subject property is rectangular in shape, made up of two lots,
each lot being approximately 5,875 square feet for a total property area of 11,750 square
feet. The property is approximately 100 feet wide by 117.5 feet deep. The site is
surrounded by commercial uses (Main Street) to the north and west, and residential uses
to the south and west.
C. The subject property is currently developed with a bank building on
208 Main Street and a 19-space parking lot on 200 Main Street.
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D. The Main Street Specific Plan requires a conditional use permit to
establish a new restaurant use in the MSSP area.
E. The Seal Beach Municipal Code (SBMC) Section 11.4.05.015
(Alcoholic Beverage Establishments) requires CUP approval to obtain a type 47 ABC
license (on-sale general–eating place) for the service of alcohol at a restaurant. The CUP
must include all appropriate conditions of City Council Policy 600-1: Standard Conditions
for Alcohol-Related Land Uses.
F. SBMC Section 11.4.05.010.D (Accessory Business Uses and
Activities) allows for live, amplified or unamplified entertainment performed by no more
than 4 individuals (including, but not limited to, a singer, musician, instrumentalist,
magician, balloon entertainer, face painter or comedian) in a restaurant, provided that the
entertainment meets the performance standards within that section, including hours of
operation and noise levels near residential uses.
G. SBMC Section 11.4.05.090.D (Outdoor Dining, Display, and Sales
Standards) allows the permitting of outdoor dining for over 12 seats through a CUP.
Additionally, within this same section the service of alcohol may be permitted in the
outdoor dining area provided there is a physical barrier. The outdoor dining will be limited
to the proposed patio, which will have a barrier wall, not to exceed 4 feet in height, topped
with a planter, or other form of approved landscaping.
H. SBMC Section 11.4.20.020 (Parking Reductions) and the MSSP
allow for businesses on Main Street that are unable to provide all required parking spaces
on-site to enter into the Main Street In-Lieu Parking Program to satisfy the requirements
for the remaining parking spaces required.
Section 4. Based upon the facts contained in the record, including those stated
in the preceding Section of this Resolution and pursuant to Sections 11.5.20.020
(Required Findings) and 11.4.05.120 (Restaurant – Alcohol Sales) of the Seal Beach
Municipal Code, and the Main Street Specific Plan District In-Lieu Parking Program
pursuant to Section 11.4.20.020 of the Seal Beach Municipal Code and MSSP, the
Planning Commission makes the following findings:
A. Findings for Conditional Use Permit 25-01:
1) The proposed restaurant use with full alcohol service (ABC Type 47),
live music, and outdoor dining is consistent with the General Plan
and the MSSP, as the Land Use Element of the General Plan
identifies Main Street as the focal point of downtown Seal Beach and
the traditional commercial core of the city. The Land Use Section of
the MSSP states that “the commercial uses are the key to the area’s
special character,” and that “It is important that they be retained and
other similar uses be encouraged to establish on Main Street
whenever possible”. Restaurant uses are one of the core business
types of Main Street, providing a recreational meeting and dining
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place for residents and tourists. Through use of appropriate
conditions of approval, such as hours of operation and noise
standards, the expectation is that the proposed restaurant use can
integrate into the commercial core of Main Street while minimizing
potential negative impacts to the nearby residences.
2) The proposed restaurant use with full alcohol service, live music, and
outdoor dining is allowed within the MSSP subject to the approval of
a Conditional Use Permit, and complies with all other applicable
provisions on the Municipal Code, including parking, as the project
site is located in the MSSP area, which allows the use to meet
parking requirements by entering into the Main Street In-Lieu Parking
Program, and through a recorded shared parking agreement that
applies to 208 Main Street and 200 Main Street.
3) The site is physically adequate for the type, density, and intensity of
the use being proposed. The site is located on two standard size lots,
both being 50 feet by 117.5 feet, with one lot on 208 Main Street
being occupied by an existing building and one lot on 200 Main Street
being occupied by the supporting parking lot. The proposed use
requires a total of 57 parking spaces. The subject property is
deficient 40 parking spaces, in that the shared parking agreement
will only provide 17 parking spaces on-site, including 15 standard
parking spaces and 2 van-accessible ADA-compliant parking
spaces. The. Seal Beach Municipal Code recognizes that the
parking is constrained in the MSSP area and requires participation
in the Main Street Specific Plan District In-Lieu Parking Program.
The program permits all or part of the parking space requirements to
be satisfied by compliance with this program. Because the subject
property does not have sufficient parking spaces to serve the
proposed restaurant, live music and outdoor dining, the
applicant/owner will also participate in the MSSP In-Lieu Parking
Program to satisfy all of the remaining required parking spaces
required for the proposed uses. The applicant/owner will be required
to pay an initial In-Lieu Parking Fee of $140,000 for 40 deficient
parking spaces prior to issuance of building permits for the
restaurant, patio and parking lot; and an annual fee for $4,000 for 40
deficient parking spaces. In addition, the applicant/owner shall be
required to execute and record a covenant setting forth its obligations
to pay the in lieu parking fees in accordance with the terms of this
Resolution.
4) The location, size, design, and operating characteristics of the
proposed use will be compatible with and will not adversely affect
uses and properties in the surrounding neighborhood. The subject
property is located on Main Street in an area dedicated to
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commercial service use and the restaurant use will be repurposing
an existing bank building.
5) The establishment, maintenance, and operation of the proposed
interior alterations and use will not be detrimental to the health,
safety, or welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity. The
restaurant use is consistent with the surrounding commercial uses
on Main Street, and the project is conditioned in regards to hours of
operation and noise standards to ensure a limited impact to the
nearby residential uses.
B. Findings for Alcoholic Beverages Sales at Restaurant(Full service of alcohol
- Type 47 on-sale general–eating place):
1) The proposed use will not result in an undue concentration of
establishments dispensing alcoholic beverages. Main Street,
through the General Plan and the MSSP, is a commercial corridor
designated for a higher concentration of restaurant uses, and the
service of alcohol is a common accessory use associated with
restaurants. The service of alcohol provides a Public Convenience
or Necessity (PCN) because it is located in a district designated for
a higher concentration of restaurants and is a service desired by
patrons visiting those establishments and often provides a restaurant
with the profit needed to stay in business, leading to better economic
vitality of the Main Street area. Additionally, both code enforcement
and the Police Department were consulted and cleared the project
without objection, and the conditions of City Council Policy 600-01
(Standard Conditions for Alcohol Related Land Uses) have been
included in the conditions of approval.
2) The distance of the restaurant is sufficient to eliminate adverse
impacts due to operational characteristics of the restaurant to
residential uses, religious facilities, school, libraries, public parks,
playground, and other similar uses; and other establishments
dispensing alcoholic beverages. Residential properties on 10th Street
are located to the rear of the restaurant, and the First United
Methodist Church is located 200 feet away on Central and 10th
Street. While very close to the residential uses, the defining
characteristic on Main Street in Old Town is that it is a pedestrian-
oriented neighborhood with a mix of uses that are easy to walk to.
One of the primary reasons that people move into Old Town is so
that they can walk to Main Street. The introduction of a new
restaurant on Main Street will not change the operational
characteristics of Main Street as it is intended as an area to have a
collection of restaurants. Regarding the church, it has services
Sunday morning at 930am. Services would release around 10:30am
to 11:00am, a little after the restaurant would open at 10:00am, and
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a common post-church activity is to have brunch, which this
restaurant would provide an additional option.
3) Noise levels generated by the operation of the establishment would
not exceed the level of background noise normally found in the area
or would otherwise not be intrusive. The project will be conditioned
so that it does not operate past 10pm, the time in which the municipal
noise ordinance lowers allowable exterior noise levels in residential
neighborhoods from 55 dBs to 50 dBs. Additionally, while live music
will be allowed, it will be indoors and any amplification of the music
will be conditioned so as it does not exceed acceptable noise levels
in the nearby residential neighborhood.
4) Signs and other advertising on the exterior of the premises would be
compatible with the character of the area. The project will conditioned
so that all signs require review by the Community Development
Department.
Section 5. Based upon the foregoing, the Planning Commission hereby
approves CUP 25-01 to repurpose the existing Bank of America building at 208 Main
Street as a restaurant, with the full service of alcohol (Type 47 on-sale general–eating
place), live entertainment, and an outdoor dining area, subject to the following conditions.
1. The applicant must obtain all Building and Safety permits and Public Works permits
before tenant improvements, demolition, or construction. All work must be in
substantial conformance with the architectural drawings approved as part of this
CUP.
2. Noise associated with construction, repair, remodeling or grading of real property
can only be performed in the following periods: between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.
on weekdays; and between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Saturday.
3. No noise associated with construction, repair, remodeling, or grading of real
property allowed on Sundays, New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Day,
President’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day,
Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day or Christmas Day.
4. The hours of operation of the restaurant are limited from 7:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M.
5. Deliveries to the premises are prohibited between 10:00 P.M. and 7:00 A.M.
6. Litter and trash receptacles shall be located at convenient locations inside and
outside the establishment and operators of the establishment shall remove trash
and debris on an appropriate basis. No trash disposal activities may occur outside
the establishment between 10:00 P.M. and 7:00 A.M.
7. Live entertainment (amplified or unamplified) performed by no more than 4
individuals (including, but not limited to, a singer, musician, instrumentalist,
magician, balloon entertainer, face painter or comedian) is allowed only in the
indoor portion of the restaurant provided the amplification of the entertainment
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does not exceed 55 dBs in exterior noise levels in the neighboring residential
properties.
8. A stage may not be erected or used within the restaurant for live entertainment,
and the live entertainment must remain an ancillary use to the primary use of
restaurant dining.
9. Live entertainment shall be limited to the hours of 12:00 P.M to 10:00 P.M, on
Friday and Saturday, and the hours of 12:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. on Sunday through
Thursday.
10. The occupancy limit established for the restaurant shall be clearly posted at the
front and rear of the interior building and shall not be violated at any time.
11. The establishment must comply with Chapter 7.15 “Noise” of the City of Seal
Beach Municipal Code. Should complaints be received regarding noise generated
by the establishment, the Planning Commission reserves the right to schedule this
permit for reconsideration and may require the applicant/business operator to
mitigate the noise level to comply with the provisions of Chapter 7.15.
12. The applicant shall comply with all restrictions placed upon the license issued by
the State of California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC). In
connection with City consideration of an application, the applicant must
demonstrate compliance with all restrictions placed upon the issuance of such
license by the Alcoholic Beverage Control Act, Business and Professions Code
Section 23000 to 26000.
13. The applicant shall furnish the City a copy of the ABC license and a copy of the
conditions placed on the license by the ABC.
14. No video games or similar amusements shall be permitted on the premises.
15. Signs and other advertising on the exterior of the premises shall require review by
the Community Development Department, and shall be compatible with the
character of the area to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director.
No exterior signs or other advertising shall promote or indicate the availability of
alcoholic beverages.
16. Exterior lighting in the parking area shall be kept at a level so as to provide
adequate lighting for patrons while not unreasonable disturbing surrounding
residential or commercial areas. A lighting plan shall be provided upon request to
the Community Development Department, which promotes minimal disturbance to
nearby residences and meets the performance standards of SBMC 11.4.10.020.A.
(General Site Performance Standards – Lighting) to the satisfaction of the
Community Development Director.
17. In the event staff determines security problems exist on the site, the Conditions of
this permit may be amended to require the provisions of additional security
measures.
18. The establishment shall have a public telephone listing.
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19. It shall be the responsibility of the applicant/licensee to provide all employees that
sell or serve alcoholic beverages with the knowledge and skills that will enable
them to comply with their responsibilities under State law.
20. All alcoholic beverages sold in conjunction with the on-premise licensed
establishment must be consumed entirely on the premises prior to closing time,
and none shall be sold as take-out.
21. The establishment must serve a complete menu of food until thirty minutes prior to
closing time.
22. The sale of alcoholic beverages for consumption off the premises shall be
prohibited. Consumption of alcoholic beverages shall be prohibited in the
establishment’s parking area. There shall be appropriate posting of signs both
inside and outside the licensed premises, to the satisfaction of the Community
Development Director, indicating that drinking outside the licensed premises is
prohibited by law.
23. Outdoor dining shall be limited to the covered patio as shown on the approved
architectural drawings for this CUP. Whenever this outdoor dining is being utilized
for the sale, service or consumption of alcoholic beverages, a premise employee
shall be in attendance and maintain continuous supervision to ensure the outdoor
dining area does not create a public nuisance contrary to public welfare and
morals.
24. All alcoholic beverages served in the outdoor dining area must be served in glass
containers.
25. A physical barrier between the outdoor patio and the general outside area must be
maintained pursuant to SBMC Section 11.4.05.090.D (Outdoor Dining Standards
– Outdoor Dining and Seating Areas), to the satisfaction of the Community
Development Director, including the use of some form of landscaping, such as a
planter box.
26. Design compatibility of the exterior areas shall be maintained pursuant to SBMC
Section 11.4.05.090.D.9 (Outdoor Dining and Seating Areas – Design
Compatibility) to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director,
including associated structure elements, awning, covers, furniture, umbrellas, or
other physical elements that are visible from the public right-of-way.
27. A copy of these Conditions of Approval shall be displayed on the premises of the
establishment in a place where it may readily be viewed by any member of the
general public.
28. The Planning Commission reserves the right to revoke or modify this CUP in the
event of any violation of the approved conditions, any violation of any provision of
the Code of the City of Seal Beach, or if there is a substantial change in the mode
and character of the use, including if harm or operational problems such as criminal
or anti-social behavior occur. Examples of these behaviors include, but are not
limited to: violence, public drunkenness, vandalism, solicitation and/or litter.
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29. Approval of a modification of this CUP must be obtained under any of the following
circumstances:
a. The establishment proposes to change its type of ABC license.
b. The establishment proposes to modify any of its current Conditions of
Approval.
c. There is a substantial change in the mode or character of operations of the
establishment.
d. The establishment proposes to modify any provisions of the covenants
required by these conditions of approval.
30. This CUP shall not become effective for any purpose unless/until a City
“Acceptance of Conditions” form has been signed and notarized by the
applicant/owner of 208 Main Street and 200 Main Street before being returned to
the Planning Department; and until the ten (10) calendar day appeal period has
elapsed.
31. The applicant/owner is required to participate in and pay In-Lieu Parking Fees in
accordance with the Main Street Specific Plan District In-Lieu Parking Program
(Seal Beach Municipal Code Section 11.4.20.020.D). In accordance with the In-
Lieu Parking Program, the applicant/owner shall be required to pay an initial fee of
$140,000, calculated at $3,500 per deficient space, prior to issuance of any
building permits for the restaurant, patio and parking lot. In addition, the
applicant/owner shall be required to pay an annual In-Lieu Parking Fee of $4,000,
calculated at $100 per deficient space, each year no later than July 1st. The
property shall remain in good standing with the Main Street Specific Plan District
In-Lieu Parking Program at all times. The Planning Commission reserves the right
to revoke this CUP if the applicant/owner does not remain in good standing with
the Main Street Specific Plan In-Lieu Parking Program.
32. This Resolution and CUP shall not become effective for any purpose until the
execution and recordation of a shared parking agreement that applies to the lots
located at 208 Main Street and 200 Main Street, in a form satisfactory to the City.
The shared parking agreement shall provide that:
a. The lots located at 208 Main Street and 200 Main Street shall be held as one
parcel to accommodate the restaurant, outdoor patio and parking lot.
b. 208 Main Street shall provide not less than 17 parking spaces, including not
less than 15 standard parking space and not less than 2 van-accessible ADA
parking spaces, for the restaurant, outdoor dining, and entertainment uses.
c. The executed and recorded shared parking agreement shall be provided to
the City prior to issuance of any building permits for the restaurant, outdoor
dining, and shared parking.
d. The shared parking agreement may be incorporated with the covenant set
forth in Condition #34 of this Resolution.
33. This Resolution and CUP shall not become effective for any purpose the execution
and recordation of a covenant by the applicant/owner on the subject property
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located at 208 Main Street and 200 Main Street, in a form satisfactory to the City,
that complies with the following requirements:
a. The covenant shall incorporate all requirements and conditions of approval of
this Resolution.
b. The covenant shall require the owner’s participation in the Main Street
Specific Plan District In-Lieu Parking Program at all times, and payment of
the In-Lieu Parking Fees including payment of an initial fee of $140,000,
calculated at $3,500 per deficient space, prior to issuance of any building
permits for the restaurant, patio and parking lot; and payment of an annual
In-Lieu Parking Fee of $4,000, calculated at $100 per deficient space, paid
no later than July 1st, each year.
c. The executed and recorded covenant shall be provided to the City prior to
issuance of any building permits for the restaurant, outdoor dining and shared
parking.
d. The covenant may be incorporated with the shared parking agreement set
forth in Condition #33 of this Resolution.
34. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the
Municipal Code, or all other applicable City Ordinances in effect at the time of
building permit issuance.
35. This CUP shall become null and void unless exercised within one year of the date
of final approval, or such extension of time as may be granted by the Planning
Commission pursuant to a written request for extension submitted to the
Community Development Department at least ninety days prior to such expiration
date.
36. The applicant must indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the City, its agents, and
employees (collectively “the City” hereinafter in this paragraph) from any and all
claims and losses whatsoever occurring or resulting to any and all persons, firms,
or corporations furnishing or supplying work, services, materials, or supplies in
connection with the performance of the use permitted hereby or the exercise of the
rights granted herein, and any and all claims, lawsuits or actions arising from the
granting of or the exercise of the rights permitted by this Conditional Use Permit,
and from any and all claims and losses occurring or resulting to any person, firm,
corporation or property for damage, injury or death arising out of or connected with
the performance of the use permitted hereby. Applicant’s obligation to indemnify,
defend, and hold harmless the City as stated herein shall include, but not be limited
to, paying all fees and costs incurred by legal counsel of the City’s choice in
representing the City in connection with any such claims, losses, lawsuits or
actions, expert witness fees, and any award of damages, judgments, verdicts,
court costs or attorneys’ fees in any such lawsuit or action.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the Seal Beach Planning Commission at a
meeting thereof held on February 18, 2025, by the following vote:
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AYES: Commissioners
NOES: Commissioners
ABSENT: Commissioners
ABSTAIN: Commissioners
_____________________________________
Richard Coles
Chairperson
ATTEST:
__________________________
Alexa Smittle
Planning Commission Secretary
VICINITY MAP:
AERIAL MAP:
Photos – Existing Conditions
606 CENTRAL AVE.SEAL BEACH, CA90740PH: 562-596-0495PH: 562-682-0927E-MAIL: ERIN@CWARCHITECTS.NETWWW.CWARCHITECTS.NETCHERSON WEISS ARCHITECTS PROPERTY OWNER:
208 MAIN STREET LLC
208 MAIN STREET
SEAL BEACH, CA 90740
AGENT:
SCOTT LEVITT
311 MAIN STREET, SUITE #8
SEAL BEACH, CA 90740
562-493-7548
DATE OF PREPARATION:
DECEMBER 9, 2024
PROJECT ADDRESS:
208 MAIN STREET
ACCESSORS PARCEL NO.:
199-043-11
LOT:6
BLOCK:109LICENS E D ARCHI
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CTC-32745
1/31/25
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CHERSON
208 MAIN ST.
208 MAIN STREET
SEAL BEACH, CA 90740
A-1
TITLE SHEET /
SITE PLAN
DIRECTORY
AGENT:
SCOTT LEVITT
311 MAIN STREET, SUITE #8
SEAL BEACH, CA 90740
562-493-7548
ARCHITECT:
CHERSON WEISS ARCHITECTS
606 CENTRAL AVENUE
SEAL BEACH, CALIFORNIA 90740
PH: 562-566-0495
PH: 562-682-0927
ERIN@CWARCHITECTS.NET
OWNER:
208 MAIN STREET LLC
208 MAIN STREET
SEAL BEACH, CALIFORNIA 90740
SCOPE OF WORK
SCOPE OF WORK TO INCLUDE:
1. CHANGE USE OF EXISTING BUILDING AT 208
MAIN STREET FROM A BANK TO A RESTAURANT.
GROSS SQUARE FOOTAGE OF BUILDING TO REMAIN
THE SAME. NEW OUTDOOR PATIO. EXISTING PARKING
TO BE REDUCED BY 2 SPACES.
VICINITY MAP
APPLICABLE CODES:
CURRENT EDITION CITY OF SEAL BEACH MUNICIPAL
CODE
2022 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE
2022 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE
2022 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE
2022 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE
2022 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE
2022 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE
2022 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
SITE
SITE PLAN
SCALE: 1/8" = 1'-0"
1
PROPERTY LINE
EXISTING PERIMETER WALLS
LEGEND
CENTERLINE OF STREET
NEW COLUMNS AT COVERED PATIO
E
W
S
N
ZONING
DESCRIPTION EXISTING PROPOSED CONFORMS
OCCUPANCY / USE GROUP B - BANK GROUP A-2 - RESTAURANT YES
ZONE MSSP MSSP YES
LOT AREA 11,750 SQ. FT.11,750 SQ. FT.YES
LOT WIDTH (AVG.)100'-0" 100'-0"YES
LOT DEPTH (AVG.)117'-6"117'-6"YES
BUILDING HEIGHT 42'-11" 32'-8"NO
PROJECT DATA
DESCRIPTION EXISTINGPROPOSED PROPOSED
GROSS BUILIDING AREA: 6,426 SQ. FT. 6,426 SQ. FT.
COVERED PATIO: 497 SQ. FT.
SHEET INDEX
A-1 TITLE SHEET / SITE PLAN
A-2 PROPOSED FLOOR PLAN
A-3 PROPOSED SECOND FLOOR PLAN /
PROPOSED ROOF PLAN
A-4 PROPOSED NORTH & SOUTH ELEVATIONS
A-5 PROPOSED EAST & WEST ELEVATIONS
USE/OCCUPANCY
OCCUPANCY: GROUP A-2
USE: PROPOSED RESTAURANT
CONSTRUCTION TYPE:V-B
SPRINKLERS: NOT EXIST. (PROPOSED)
STORIES:2 EXIST.
PARKING 1 ADA / 18 STANDARD 2 ADA / 15 STANDARD NO
CENTRAL AVENUEMAIN STREET11 EXISTING STD. SPACES
(NO CHANGE PROPOSED)
4 PROPOSED STD.
SPACES (7 PREVIOUS)
1 ACCESSIBLE SPACE
(1 PREVIOUS)
NEW TRASH
ENCLOSURE
1 VAN ACCESSIBLE
SPACE
(0 PREVIOUS)6'-0"8'-0"13'-3"7'-0"
9'-
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15.49' F.S.EXISTING BANK TO BE RESTAURANT
15.96' F.F.
NEW COVERED
PATIO
117.50'100.00'5'-0"7'-6"
10'-11"
NEW BYCICLE
RACK TO REPLACE
EXISTING FOR TWO
BYCICLE STALLS.
117.50'100.00'114'-0"50'-0"5'-4"11'-4"
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
1 CENTRAL AVENUEMAIN STREETSITE PLAN / FLOOR PLAN
11 EXISTING STD. SPACES (NO CHANGE PROPOSED)
4 PROPOSED STD. SPACES (7 PREVIOUS)1 ACCESSIBLE SPACE
(1 PREVIOUS)
TRASH ENCLOSURE (N)
1 VAN ACCESSIBLE SPACE
(0 PREVIOUS)6'-0"7'-0"
9'-
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WOMEN'S
RESTROOMS
MEN'S
RESTROOMS
15.49' F.S.RESTAURANT
(ALL FIXTURES, FURNISHINGS, AND EQUPMENT
SHOWN ARE FOR CONCEPT ONLY)
15.96' F.F.
A-2
PROPOSED FIRST
FLOOR PLAN
E
W
S
N
NEW COVERED
PATIO
THESE ARE CONCEPTUAL DESIGNS ONLY FOR
A RESTAURANT AND PRESENTED FOR CUP
APPLICATION PURPOSES ONLY. CONSTRUCTION
DRAWINGS WILL DIFFER FROM SUCH. THESE
CONCEPTUAL DRAWINGS DO NOT INCLUDE
ANY BUILDING CODE APPLICATION NOR
ACCESSIBILITY REQUIRMENTS.
NEW SLIDING DOOR
TO PATIO
NEW WINDOWS
FACING MAIN STREET
WITH AWNING ABOVE
NEW WINDOWS
FACING MAIN STREET
WITH AWNING ABOVE
NEW WINDOW
WITH AWNING ABOVE
NEW WINDOW
WITH AWNING ABOVE
NEW WINDOW
WITH AWNING ABOVE
NEW ENTRY DOOR
WITH AWNING ABOVE
KITCHEN
UP
114'-0"50'-0"5'-4"11'-4"16'-7"30'-1"606 CENTRAL AVE.SEAL BEACH, CA90740PH: 562-596-0495PH: 562-682-0927E-MAIL: ERIN@CWARCHITECTS.NETWWW.CWARCHITECTS.NETCHERSON WEISS ARCHITECTS PROPERTY OWNER:
208 MAIN STREET LLC
208 MAIN STREET
SEAL BEACH, CA 90740
AGENT:
SCOTT LEVITT
311 MAIN STREET, SUITE #8
SEAL BEACH, CA 90740
562-493-7548
DATE OF PREPARATION:
DECEMBER 9, 2024
PROJECT ADDRESS:
208 MAIN STREET
ACCESSORS PARCEL NO.:
199-043-11
LOT:6
BLOCK:109LICENS E D ARCHI
TE
CTC-32745
1/31/25
RENEWAL
DATESTATE
OF CA L IF O RNIAERIN
JUSTINE
CHERSON
208 MAIN ST.
208 MAIN STREET
SEAL BEACH, CA 90740
606 CENTRAL AVE.SEAL BEACH, CA90740PH: 562-596-0495PH: 562-682-0927E-MAIL: ERIN@CWARCHITECTS.NETWWW.CWARCHITECTS.NETCHERSON WEISS ARCHITECTS PROPERTY OWNER:
208 MAIN STREET LLC
208 MAIN STREET
SEAL BEACH, CA 90740
AGENT:
SCOTT LEVITT
311 MAIN STREET, SUITE #8
SEAL BEACH, CA 90740
562-493-7548
DATE OF PREPARATION:
DECEMBER 9, 2024
PROJECT ADDRESS:
208 MAIN STREET
ACCESSORS PARCEL NO.:
199-043-11
LOT:6
BLOCK:109LICENS E D ARCHI
TE
CTC-32745
1/31/25
RENEWAL
DATESTATE
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JUSTINE
CHERSON
208 MAIN ST.
208 MAIN STREET
SEAL BEACH, CA 90740
A-3
EXISTING SECOND
FLOOR PLAN AND
PROPOSED ROOF
PLAN
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
1 EXISTING SECOND FLOOR PLAN (NO CHANGE PROPOSED)
E
W
S
N
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
1 PROPOSED ROOF PLAN
DOWN ROOF
ACCESS
EXISTING
MECHANICAL
ROOM
AREA OF NEW ROOF TO HIDE EQUIPMENT
LOCATED ON ROOF FROM PEDESTRIAN VIEW
REMOVE CUPULA
15'-6"50'-0"
606 CENTRAL AVE.SEAL BEACH, CA90740PH: 562-596-0495PH: 562-682-0927E-MAIL: ERIN@CWARCHITECTS.NETWWW.CWARCHITECTS.NETCHERSON WEISS ARCHITECTS PROPERTY OWNER:
208 MAIN STREET LLC
208 MAIN STREET
SEAL BEACH, CA 90740
AGENT:
SCOTT LEVITT
311 MAIN STREET, SUITE #8
SEAL BEACH, CA 90740
562-493-7548
DATE OF PREPARATION:
DECEMBER 9, 2024
PROJECT ADDRESS:
208 MAIN STREET
ACCESSORS PARCEL NO.:
199-043-11
LOT:6
BLOCK:109LICENS E D ARCHI
TE
CTC-32745
1/31/25
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DATESTATE
OF CA L IF O RNIAERIN
JUSTINE
CHERSON
208 MAIN ST.
208 MAIN STREET
SEAL BEACH, CA 90740
A-4
PROPOSED
NORTH & SOUTH
ELEVATIONS
15.96' FIN. FLOOR (EXISTING)
15.49' GRADE AT SIDEWALK
41.629' T.O.R. (EXISTING)
48.13' T.O. CHIMNEY (EXISTING)
45.726' T.O.R. (EXISTING)25'-8"29'-9"32'-2"15.96' FIN. FLOOR (EXISTING)
41.629' T.O.R. (EXISTING)
48.13' T.O. CHIMNEY (EXISTING)25'-8"32'-2"58.85' T.O. CHIMNEY (EXISTING)42'-5"NORTH ELEVATION
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
1
SOUTH ELEVATION
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
1
LEGEND
STANDING SEAM METAL ROOF
KEYNOTES
KEYNOTE DESIGNATIONXX
01
02
STEEL AND GLASS AWNING
STEEL AND GLASS PATIO COVER
03 FASCIA BOARD TO BE PAINTED
04 COPPER GUTTER
05 DARK BRONZE ALUMINUM DOORS & WINDOWS
06 EXISTING CHIMNEY WITH METAL PARAPET CAP
STONE VENEER
01 02 01 01 01
03
04
05 05 05 05
06
REMOVE CUPULA
OUTLINE OF EXISTING ROOF
REMOVE CUPULA
01
03
04
06
OUTLINE OF EXISTING ROOF
606 CENTRAL AVE.SEAL BEACH, CA90740PH: 562-596-0495PH: 562-682-0927E-MAIL: ERIN@CWARCHITECTS.NETWWW.CWARCHITECTS.NETCHERSON WEISS ARCHITECTS PROPERTY OWNER:
208 MAIN STREET LLC
208 MAIN STREET
SEAL BEACH, CA 90740
AGENT:
SCOTT LEVITT
311 MAIN STREET, SUITE #8
SEAL BEACH, CA 90740
562-493-7548
DATE OF PREPARATION:
DECEMBER 9, 2024
PROJECT ADDRESS:
208 MAIN STREET
ACCESSORS PARCEL NO.:
199-043-11
LOT:6
BLOCK:109LICENS E D ARCHI
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CTC-32745
1/31/25
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DATESTATE
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JUSTINE
CHERSON
208 MAIN ST.
208 MAIN STREET
SEAL BEACH, CA 90740
A-5
PROPOSED
EAST & WEST
ELEVATIONS
15.96' FIN. FLOOR (EXISTING)
00.00' NATURAL GRADE
41.629' T.O.R. (EXISTING)
48.13' T.O. CHIMNEY (EXISTING)26'-1"32'-8"15.96' FIN. FLOOR (EXISTING)
15.49' NATURAL GRADE
45.726' T.O.R. (EXISTING)
48.13' T.O. CHIMNEY (EXISTING)30'-3"30'-3"LEGEND
STANDING SEAM METAL ROOF
STONE VENEER
EAST ELEVATION
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
1
WEST ELEVATION
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
1
KEYNOTES
KEYNOTE DESIGNATIONXX
01
02
STEEL AND GLASS AWNING
STEEL AND GLASS PATIO COVER
03 FASCIA BOARD TO BE PAINTED
04 COPPER GUTTER
05 DARK BRONZE ALUMINUM DOORS & WINDOWS
06 EXISTING CHIMNEY WITH METAL PARAPET CAP
REMOVE CUPULA
01
03
04
06
02
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05 05 05
CITY OF SEAL BEACH COUNCIL POLICY
SUBJECT
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR ALCOHOL RELATED LAND USES
SECTION INDEX NO ISSUE DATE REVISION DATE COUNCIL CM APPROVAL
600 1 2/1993 APPROVAL
2/22/ 1993
1. SCOPE
Citywide.
2. PURPOSE AND INTENT
To require the Planning Commission to utilize the following listing of Standard Conditions
for approval of alcohol related land uses.
3. POLICY
This policy shall require the Planning Commission to utilize the following Standard
Conditions when considering the approval of permits for Alcohol Related Land Uses
through the approval of a Conditional Use Permit application. Specific conditions may be
modified or deleted by the Planning Commission upon a determination that one or more
conditions cannot be properly applied to the request under consideration. Nothing in this
policy statement shall limit the authority of the Planning Commission to impose additional
conditions of approval upon alcohol related land uses pursuant to the authority granted the
Planning Commission by the Code of the City of Seal Beach.
D. STANDARD CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR APPROVAL OF ALCOHOL
RELATED LAND USES ON AND OFF PREMISES SALES:
1 CUP @ (application number) is approved for (number and type of license)
at (street address) and is issued to (name of applicant) for (name of business)
2 The applicant shall comply with all restrictions placed upon the license issued by
the State of California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. In connection with City
consideration of an application, the applicant must demonstrate compliance with all
restrictions placed upon the issuance of such license by the Alcoholic Beverage Control
Act, Business and Professions Code S 23000 to 2600, including but not limited to Rule
61.3(a) and 61.4, included as information below:
S 61.3 Undue Concentration.
Standard Conditions of Approval for Alcohol Related Land Uses)
a) For the purpose of Section 23958 of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Act, undue
concentration includes, but is not limited to, conditions as set forth below:
The applicant premises for an original or premises-to-premises transfer of any retail
license are located in a crime reporting district which as a 20% greater number of reported,
crimes, as defined in subsection (b), than the average number of reported crimes as
determined from all crime reporting districts within the jurisdiction of the local law
enforcement agency if the following conditions exist:
9) As to on-sale retail license applications, the ratio of on-sale retail licenses
to population in the census tract or census division in which the applicant premises are
located exceeds the ratio of on-sale retail licenses to population in the county in which the
applicant premises are located.
2) As to off-sale retail license applications, the ratio of off-sale retail licenses
to population in the census tract or census division in which the applicant premises are
located exceeds the ratio of off-sale retail licenses to population in the county in which the
applicant premises are located.
Notwithstanding the above, the department may issue a license if the
applicant shows that public convenience or necessity would be served by such issuance.
This rule does not apply where the premises have been licensed and
operated with the same type license within 90 days of the application."
S 69.4 Proximity to Residences.
No original issuance of a retail license or premises-to-premises transfer of a retail
license shall be approved for premises at which either of the following conditions exist:
a) The premises are located within 900 feet of a residence.
b) The parking-lot or parking area which is maintained for the benefit of patrons
of the premises, or operated in conjunction with the premises, is located within 900 feet of
a residence. Where the parking lot is maintained for the benefit of patrons of multiple
businesses in the vicinity of the premises, the parking lot area considered for the prupose
of this rule shall be determined by the area necessary to comply with the off-street parking
requirements mandated by local ordinance, or if there are no local requirements for off
street parking, then the area which would reasonably be necessary to accomoodate the
anticipated parking needs of the premises, taking into consideration the type of business
and operation contemplated.
Distances provided for in this rule shall be measured by airline from the closest
edge of any residential structure to the closest edge of the premises or the closest edge of
the parking lot or parking area, as defined herein above, whichever distance is shorter.
Standard Conditions of Approval for Alcohol Related Land Uses)
This rule does not apply where the premises have been licensed and operated with
the same type license within 90 days of the application.
Notwithstanding the provisions of this rule, the department may issue an original
retail license or transfer a retail license premises-to-premises where the applicant
establishes that the operation of the business would not interfere with the quiet enjoyment
of property by residents."
3 The applicant shall furnish the City a copy of his ABC license and a copy of
the conditions placed on the license by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.
This shall be done as soon as the license is received by the applicant from the State of
California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.
4 The hours of operation shall be A.M. to P.M./A.M. daily.
Or
The hours of operation shall be A. M. to P.M./A.M., Sunday
through Thursday, and A.M. to P.M./A.M., Friday and Saturday.
5 No video games or similar amusements shall be permitted on the premises.
6 There shall be no exterior advertising of any kind or type, including
advertising directed to the exterior from within, promoting or indicating the availability of
alcoholic beverages.
7 The applicant will prominently display these conditions of approval in a
location within the business's customer area that is acceptable to the Director of
Development Services.
8 This Conditional Use Permit shall not become effective for any purpose
unless an "Acceptance of Conditions" form has been signed by the applicant in the
presence of the Director of Development Services, or notarized and returned to the
Planning Department, and until the ten (10) day appeal period has elapsed.
9 A modification of this Conditional Use Permit shall be obtained when:
a) The establishment proposes to change its type of liquor license.
b) The establishment proposes to modify any of it's current conditions of
approval.
c) There is a substantial change in the mode or character of operations of
the establishment.
10 The Planning Commission reserves the right to revoke or modify this
Conditional Use Permit if any violation of the approved conditions occurs, any violation of
Standard Conditions of Approval for Alcohol Related Land Uses)
the Code of the City of Seal Beach occurs, or for those reasons specified by Article 28 and
in the manner specified in Article 25 of Chapter 28 of the Code of the City of Seal Beach.
11 Exterior lighting in the parking area shall be kept at a level so as to provide
adequate lighting for patrons while not unreasonable disturbing surrounding residential or
commercial areas. Alighting plan shall be provided, subject to review and approval by the
Director of Development Services, which promotes minimal disturbance to nearby
residences.
12 In the event staff determines that security problems exist on the site, the
conditions of this permit may be amended, under the procedures of the Seal Beach
Municipal Code to require the provision of additional security measures.
13 The establishment shall have a public telephone listing.
14 It shall be the responsibility of the applicant/licensee to provide all employees
that sell or serve alcoholic beverages with the knowledge and skills that will enable them to
comply with their responsibilities under State law.
The knowledge and skills deemed necessary for responsible alcoholic beverage
service shall include, but not be limited to the following topics and skills development:
a) State laws relating to alcoholic beverages, particularly ABC and penal
provisions concerning sales to minors and intoxicated persons, driving under
the influence, hours of legal operations and penalties for violations of these
laws.
b) The potential legal liabilities of owners and employees of businesses
dispensing alcoholic beverages to patrons who may subsequently injur, kill,
or harm themselves or innocent victims as a result of the excessive
consumption of alcoholic beverages.
c) Alcohol as a drug and its effects on the body and behavior, including the
operation of motor vehicles.
d) Methods for dealing with intoxicated customers and recognizing underage
customers.
The following organizations have been identified by the State Department of Alcoholic
Beverage control as providing training programs which comply with the above criteria;
1) Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control L.E.A. D. Program
Telephone: (714) 558-6482
2) Orange County A..D.E.P.T. Program, for referral to either the B.A.D.D.
or T.I.P.S. Program
Telephone: (714) 568-5187 .
15 Litter and trash receptacles shall be located at convenient locations inside
and outside the establishment and operators of such establishments shall remove trash '
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and debris on an appropriate basis so as not to cause a health problem. There shall be no
dumping of trans and/or glass bottles outside the establishment between the hours of
10:00 P. M. and 7:00 A. M.
16 The Planning Commission reserves the right to revoke or ~ modify this
Conditional Use Permit pursuant to Articles 25 and 28 of the Code of the City of Seal
Beach if harm or retail-related problems are demonstrated to occur as a result of criminal
or anti-social behavior, including but not limited to the congregation of minors, violence,
public drunkenness, vandalism, solicitation and/or litter.
17 This Conditional Use Permit shall become null and void unless exercised
within one (I) year of the date of final approval, or such extension of time as may be
granted by the Planning Commission pursuant to a written request for extension submitted
to the Department of Development Services a minimum of ninety (90) days prior to such
expiration date.
18 All alcoholic beverages sold in conjunction with the on-premise licensed
establishment must be consumed entirely on the premises prior to closing time, and none
shall be sold as take-out.
19 Conditional Use Permit # (application number) shall be automatically
terminated if the operation is no longer maintained as a "Bona fide public eating place" as
defined by the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.
The establishment must serve a complete menu of food until thirty (30) minutes
prior to closing time.
20 There shall be no live entertainment, amplified music, or dancing permitted
on the premises at any time, unless specifically authorized by a conditional use permit
issued by the City and unless such uses are consistent with the license conditions
imposed by the State of California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.
21 The proposed facility shall comply with Chapter 13D, "Noise Control," of the
Code of the City of Seal Beach as the regulations of that Chapter now exist or may
hereafter be amended. Should complaints be received regarding noises generated by the
facility, the Planning Commission reserves the right to schedule the subject permit for
reconsideration and may require the applicant/operator to mitigate the noise level to
comply with the provisions of Chapter 13D.
22 The sale of alcoholic beverages for consumption off the premises shall be
prohibited. Consumption of alcoholic beverages shall be prohibited in the establishment's
parking area. There shall be appropriate posting of signs both inside and outside the
licensed premises indicating that drinking outside the licensed premises is prohibited by
law.
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23 The knowledge and skills deemed necessary for responsible alcoholic
beverage services as set forth in Condition No. 15, shall include for on-premise licensed
locations, but not be limited to the following additional topics and skills development:
a) Method to appropriately pace customer drinking to reduce the risk that the
customer will not leave the premises in an intoxicated manner.
b) Knowledge of mixology, including marketable alternatives to alcoholic
beverages.
24 Whenever the outdoor dining area is being utilized for the sale, service or
consumption of alcoholic beverages, a premise emplo9yee shall be in attendance and
maintain continuous supervision at all times to ensure the outdoor dining area does not
created a public nuisance contrary to public welfare and morals.
25 All alcoholic beverages served in the outdoor dining area must be served in
glass containers.
26 All outdoor dining areas shall be surrounded by an enclosure of a design and
height satisfactory to the Planning Commission.
27 Any canopy constructed over an outdoor dining area shall comply with all
requirements of the Building Department and Fire Department.
28 The sale of alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises shall be
prohibited and there shall be appropriate posting of sings both inside and outside the
licensed premises that drinking of alcoholic beverages on the premises is prohibited by
law. The premises shall include the licensed premises prior, appurtenant and required
parking areas, and appurtenant common areas if locate din a commercial center.
Depending upon the complexity of the issue under consideration by the Planning
Commission, additional conditions of approval may be added to the above listing of items
in order to fully insure that the proposed issuance of a land use approval for'ari alcoholic
related use is fully compatible with the surrounding neighborhood and that all adverse
environmental impacts are mitigated to the fullest extent possible.
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