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Whitefish council approves conditional-use permit for bar at Larch House, 304 E. First Street
Summary
After a public hearing, the Whitefish City Council unanimously approved WCUP 25-02 permitting a full beverage bar at the under-construction Larch House hotel. Staff said the proposal meets downtown zoning and the Community Development Board recommended five conditions of approval.
The Whitefish City Council on March 17 approved a conditional-use permit allowing a full beverage bar at the Larch House hotel, 304 East First Street, authorizing bar service in the lobby, private dining, a lower‑level speakeasy, rooftop seating and outdoor patio dining.
City Community Development Director Dave Taylor told the council that the property is zoned WB‑3 (general downtown business), that the proposal meets the downtown business district master plan and the city’s zoning standards, and that the project received architectural approval and a building permit. “Staff does recommend approval,” Taylor said, noting that the…
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