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Planning commission approves Ernie’s Deli & Wine Bar alcohol license, allows up to three musicians
Summary
Encinitas planners approved a minor use permit and coastal development permit to allow an ABC Type 41 beer and wine license for Ernie’s Deli & Wine Bar at North El Camino Real and amended the approval to permit up to three indoor, non‑amplified musicians on occasional evenings. The motion passed 5‑0.
The Encinitas Planning Commission on Feb. 20 approved a minor use permit and associated coastal development permit to allow Ernie’s Deli & Wine Bar at 114 North El Camino Real to serve beer and wine (ABC Type 41). Commissioners also amended the staff recommendation to allow up to three indoor, non‑amplified musicians occasionally on Friday and Saturday evenings; that amendment carried as part of the project approval by a 5‑0 vote.
Why it mattered: The applicant requested a minor use permit because the proposed alcohol service and an expanded outdoor seating area required review under local rules. Staff’s analysis included a site‑specific parking study and reviews by sheriff’s department and code enforcement, both of which raised no concerns.
Key facts and details - Location and scope: The tenant space is inside an 8.84‑acre commercial center previously approved under county jurisdiction.…
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