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Commission approves permit to sell beer with meals at 318 Historical Highway despite staff recommendation to deny
Summary
The commission approved a request to allow on-site sale of beer with food at a Historical Highway restaurant despite staff recommending denial; supporters said the change would help small-business viability.
The commission approved a rezoning request that would allow the sale of beer with meals at a restaurant at 318 Historical Highway, reversing a staff recommendation to deny the change.
Development Services staff said the site sits adjacent to multifamily zoning and reported mixed notice responses; staff recommended denial based on neighborhood compatibility and floor-use recommendations. The applicant’s representative, Humberto Yell, said the owner is investing in building renovations, does not intend live entertainment, and plans to limit alcohol sales to customers purchasing food. He described the establishment as a family restaurant and said the change would support small-business revenue.
Commissioners expressed sympathy for struggling small restaurants and referenced neighborhood outreach and the association’s support. After discussion, a motion to approve the request carried. Commissioners also discussed operating hours and the absence of live music or similar uses as conditions described by the applicant.
The approval allows the restaurant to sell beer with meals at the times discussed at the hearing; staff will process any required permits and ensure conditions are reflected in the approval.
