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Council affirms Miramar Theater modifications, requires operable privacy panels to preserve public view
Summary
The San Clemente City Council on Feb. 3 affirmed most planning-commission changes to the Miramar Theater project (25-527) but required operable, materials-compatible privacy panels so the courtyard can remain visually open when not used for private events. The council found the project categorically exempt from CEQA and approved the resolution 5-0.
The San Clemente City Council on Feb. 3 affirmed the Planning Commission's approval of modified design elements for the Miramar Theater rehabilitation, but added a condition requiring operable fixtures so the historic theater remains visible to the public when private events are not underway. The council acted after a de novo hearing that drew several hours of public testimony and debate about historic preservation, public visibility, and the operational needs of the proposed wedding venue.
Jonathan (city planning staff) summarized the five elements of the applicant Wedgwood Weddings' revised request: replace two sections of wrought-iron railing with stucco; convert three small arched openings to recesses to hide electrical cabinets; add a freestanding courtyard fountain for sound masking; reduce raised planter beds to expand…
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