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Planning commission approves Polk Street takeout window with 9 p.m. time restriction after heated public comments
Summary
Commission voted unanimously to authorize a walk‑up takeout window for Cafe Zitona (1145 Polk / 1201 Sutter) but added a condition limiting takeout service to no later than 9 p.m. Neighbors were split: Lower Polk Neighbors and several business owners supported activation, while other residents warned of increased loitering and crime.
The Planning Commission approved a conditional‑use permit on May 8 that allows Cafe Zitona to install a recessed walk‑up takeout window at its Polk Street storefront, with the specific condition that the takeout window not operate past 9:00 p.m.
Staff presented the case for 1145 Polk Street (also referenced as 1201 Sutter) and reported a petition from Lower Polk Neighbors with over 400 signatures in favor. Cafe owner…
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