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Ukiah zoning administrator approves IHOP conversion at 1201 Airport Park Boulevard with conditions
Summary
Zoning Administrator Craig Schlauter approved a minor site development permit allowing IHOP to occupy the existing Applebee's building at 1201 Airport Park Boulevard, subject to amended findings, signage limits and a required ADA survey; staff struck an archaeological condition and adjusted design-guideline language.
Zoning Administrator Craig Schlauter approved a minor site development permit Oct. 3 allowing IHOP to occupy the existing Applebee's building at 1201 Airport Park Boulevard (APN 180-080-041), subject to amended findings and conditions including removal of temporary promotional signs by Oct. 24, 2025.
The permit (File No. 25-000969; Permit PA25-000015) covers interior and exterior cosmetic updates within the building’s existing footprint, new brand signage in IHOP’s blue color palette and reconfiguration of kitchen equipment. Planning Manager Kathryn Schaeffers told the hearing that no structural changes or building additions are proposed and that an ADA survey is planned; the survey’s recommended work would be implemented as required.
Why it matters: the decision allows an existing restaurant use to transition brands without expanding the building, but imposes conditions intended to keep signage, lighting and accessibility compliant with local code and airport-compatibility guidelines.
The zoning administrator opened the item after staff presentation and questioning. Schaeffers said the original restaurant use was approved by a use…
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