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Planning commission continues review of 1865 Post Street music permit after theater neighbors cite noise
Summary
The commission continued a conditional‑use request by a Japantown restaurant to add live amplified music after nearby Sundance Kabuki Cinemas and property managers reported sound bleed into auditoriums and spa facilities. Commissioners asked for soundproofing plans and a decibel study; the item was continued to Sept. 13, 2012 (4‑2).
The Planning Commission on a 4‑2 vote on Aug. 16 continued a request by the operator of a Post Street restaurant to add live, amplified entertainment to weekday and weekend evening hours, saying more technical detail is needed to protect adjoining businesses.
Planning staff said the proposal at 1865 Post Street would add "other entertainment" use to an existing 5,900‑square‑foot restaurant (staff: Christine LaMorena). The operator, James Chen, told the commission the venue is intended to serve the Japantown and Pacific Islander community and to…
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