Commission approves Back 9 indoor golf simulator at West Camp Wisdom site with conditions

Staff presented SUP‑25090037, a specific‑use permit request for Back 9 indoor golf simulator at 2800 West Camp Wisdom Road, Suite 120 (PD‑465). The applicant, Ricardo Davila, described a membership‑focused indoor golf training facility with three simulator bays, 24/7 member access and appointment‑only public tee times that end by 9 p.m. The applicant said the business is membership driven and that public appointments are used to recruit memberships.

Operational details presented by staff and the applicant included: each bay can accommodate a maximum of five guests; private events could host 30–40 people with staff on site for larger events; the applicant does not plan to sell food, drink or alcohol (members may bring their own); membership and booking would be cashless and managed through a proprietary portal; and certificate‑of‑occupancy and occupancy limits will be determined through building inspection and the COO process.

Public notice: Staff reported 23 notices sent and one letter in opposition raising traffic safety concerns.

Commission discussion: Commissioners asked about staffing and security for unsupervised member access, capacity and the certificate‑of‑occupancy process. The applicant said he had surveillance cameras, automated booking to prevent double booking, membership screening and on‑site staff during events; he said the three simulators are costly, and the business model relies on recurring members rather than a high turnover of casual visitors.

Action and outcome: A commissioner moved to close the public hearing and approve SUP‑25090037 per DRC recommendations. The motion was seconded, commissioners voted in favor, and the item was approved as recorded in the meeting minutes.

Why it matters: The permit allows a private membership‑oriented indoor golf training facility to operate in the retail center subject to occupancy and building‑safety approvals and any DRC conditions.