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Planning commission grants use permit for Sea Shack Candy Company in Carmel Square

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Summary

Commissioners approved a use permit for a Scandinavian sweet shop in Carmel Square; staff said the small 275‑sq. ft. tenant fit the specialty food store criteria and the project was exempt from CEQA.

The Carmel‑by‑the‑Sea Planning Commission on May 14 approved a use permit for a new retail food business, Sea Shack Candy Company, proposed for a small space in Carmel Square.

Lede: Staff described the proposed shop as a Scandinavian‑style specialty candy retailer offering a mix‑and‑match self‑serve selection and packaged imports; the commission adopted the staff resolution and findings and voted unanimously to approve the permit.

Nut graf: The proposed tenant will occupy an existing approximately 275‑square‑foot space that previously housed an art gallery. Staff found the change of retail tenant…

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