Planning commission approves early-morning boutique gym at 651 W. Hamilton

The City of Campbell Planning Commission on a unanimous vote approved a conditional use permit allowing a small, appointment-based fitness studio called Lux Lift to operate on the ground floor of a mixed‑use building at 651 West Hamilton Avenue (PLN2025-74).

Assistant Planner Marissa Lissa presented the staff recommendation, saying the studio is in a CPD zone with a general commercial mixed‑use designation and that the proposed use qualifies as "late‑night activity" because classes could begin at 5:00 a.m. Lissa said the studio would be appointment‑based, limited to a maximum of 12 participants at any one time, and that staff found the site provides required parking. She recommended approval with conditions to address noise and compatibility.

"Because the studio will occupy more than 20% of the ground‑floor commercial area, a conditional use permit is required," Assistant Planner Marissa Lissa said. "Conditions include a source noise limit and a verified‑complaint mitigation process."

Architect Jeffrey Eden, appearing on behalf of the absent applicant, told the commission the first client activities would begin at 5:00 a.m., while staff may arrive slightly earlier to stage equipment. "Staff that arrives will not be making any noise prior to opening the doors for clients at 5:00 a.m.," Eden said. He added the business intends to test the sound system and train staff so the studio does not exceed the source noise ceiling.

The permit's conditions specify a source noise limit of 75 dB and the city's resultant‑noise standard of no more than 45 dB at nearby residences; staff said verified complaints would require the business to prepare a city‑approved noise mitigation plan. Commissioners noted there are residences directly above the proposed studio and discussed enforcement tied to complaints.

Commissioners also clarified operations and staffing. The record indicates the applicant expects two full‑time trainers and one part‑time administrative employee in addition to participants. Commissioner discussion emphasized that the permit conditions "run with the business," meaning successor operators must comply with the same limits.

A motion to approve the conditional use permit was made, seconded and approved by roll call. The chair announced the motion passed unanimously.

The permit becomes final unless appealed in writing to the City Council within 10 calendar days. The Planning Commission's action includes the noise and parking conditions described in the staff report; staff will handle any verified noise complaints through the mitigation procedure outlined in those conditions.