La Habra planning commissioners approve permit change allowing distilled spirits and live entertainment at The Hideout Bar

The La Habra Planning Commission on Monday approved a modification to a conditional use permit allowing The Hideout Bar at 632 E. Whittier Blvd. to upgrade to a Type 48 alcohol license (which includes distilled spirits) and to host live entertainment, including DJ performances, karaoke, small musical groups and occasional stand-up comedy.

The action matters because the modification authorizes a broader liquor license and live performances at a location that adjoins multifamily and single-family residences; the commission approved the change 3–1 and the decision becomes effective in 10 working days unless appealed to the City Council.

Planning staff presented the project, describing the site as a tenant space in a multi-tenant shopping center in a C-2 commercial zone with a mixed-use overlay. Planning staff member Daryl said the applicant seeks to upgrade from a Type 42 license (on-sale beer and wine) to a Type 48 license and to add live entertainment. Daryl told…