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Neighbors press Planning Commission to hold operator accountable after Birba restaurants' code findings
Summary
Neighbors told the Planning Commission Birba at 458 Grove has generated ongoing noise, late‑night activity and trash complaints; Planning Department staff reported multiple complaints and enforcement actions and said the operator must resolve code issues before any conditional use authorization for outdoor activities would be considered.
Planning staff gave an informational update on the operation of Birba at 458 Grove Street and detailed four complaints since the restaurant opened and the department’s review and enforcement actions.
Carly Grove of Planning said staff found the operator was not meeting the 51% food sales test for a bona‑fide eating place (planning code section referenced in staff comments) and noted other complaints about unlocked rear doors and outdoor disposal of…
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