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Council orders restart of special‑use review for Double Bar, waives fees; removes 85‑decibel condition for Live Oak
Summary
After owners and neighbors testified, the council directed staff to restart the Double Bar SUD process and waive associated fees, and approved a temporary land use for Live Oak while removing a specific 85‑decibel condition; security requirements for alcohol service will remain.
The Midland City Council moved to reopen and reprosess special‑use designation (SUD) terms for downtown nightlife venues and to align requirements across similar establishments.
At a seven‑month review of the Double Bar Saloon’s SUD, owner Carlin Smith told the council her business had complied with prior conditions: she said the bar shut down when unsafe, retained security (five certified guards on staff), paid for Ubers for patrons and spent roughly $47,000 on security since the council’s prior action.…
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