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Cleveland council tables variance to allow alcohol sales near church, seeks letters from congregations
Summary
The City of Cleveland tabled a variance request from 7 21 Foods LLC to allow alcohol sales within 300 feet of two churches. Council asked for written letters from both congregations and legal clarification about whether a variance or liquor‑license change would transfer with future owners; motion passed 4–0.
The City of Cleveland council on March 17 voted 4–0 to table a requested variance that would let 7 21 Foods LLC sell alcoholic beverages within 300 feet of nearby churches and a hospital.
Staff described the proposal as a restaurant using a mixed‑beverage/food‑service permit at 101 South William Barnett Avenue and presented door‑to‑door noticing and mapping showing the property falls inside the 300‑foot distancing…
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