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Planning Commission OKs one-year extension for Sebastiani Theatre renovation permit
Summary
The Sonoma City Planning Commission unanimously approved a one-year extension for permits authorizing a 4,967-square-foot addition and safety/accessibility upgrades to the 89-year-old Sebastiani Theatre, after staff said the applicant has proceeded in good faith and continues fundraising and design work.
The Sonoma City Planning Commission on July 17 unanimously approved a one-year time extension for the Sebastiani Theatre’s previously authorized use permit, variance and design review, extending the project’s permit expiration to Nov. 30, 2026.
Staff said the Sebastiani Theatre Foundation has continued design work and fundraising and that the extension is warranted under Sonoma Municipal Code section 19.56.040 because the applicant has acted in good faith.
Jennifer Gates, the city’s community involvement director, told commissioners the 89-year-old theater requires Americans with Disabilities Act upgrades, fire-and-life-safety improvements and other…
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