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Planning Commission approves Grotto Spa at 89 Broadway with safety, drainage and parking conditions
Summary
The Fairfax Planning Commission voted unanimously to grant a conditional use permit for a communal spa and sauna, "Grotto Spa," at 89 Broadway, approving interior conversion of the former bank building with conditions on fire protection, pool drainage, and a stipulation that the owner restripe the private parking lot prior to opening.
The Fairfax Planning Commission on Sept. 4 approved a conditional use permit for a communal spa and sauna at 89 Broadway, voting unanimously to allow an interior conversion of the former Bank of America building for bathing, sauna and massage uses with conditions from fire and sanitary agencies and a required parking restripe.
The project and why it matters: Applicants said the proposal would reuse the existing commercial building and provide saunas, hot tubs, a cold plunge and three massage rooms, along with reception and support spaces. No exterior changes were proposed. Commission members and staff framed the approval as a reuse of a large downtown building that could keep more commercial space intact and contribute foot traffic to the walkable downtown.
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