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Neighbors press Pasco hearings examiner over noise, parking at proposed Burton Boulevard event venue
Summary
Dozens of nearby residents told the hearings examiner they regularly hear bass and outdoor music past 10 p.m. from events at 5960 Burden Blvd, opposing a special permit for an event venue; applicant Jenny Cervantes said most events are private, will comply with Pasco noise code, and will limit hours to 7 a.m.–10 p.m.
The Pasco hearings examiner heard more than two hours of public comment on a special permit application for an event venue at 5960 Burden Boulevard on May 13. Planning staff recommended approval of SP2026‑00005 with conditions to limit hours, require directional lighting, meet parking standards, and adhere to Pasco Municipal Code 9.130 (noise).
Applicant Jenny Cervantes, representing Casa Vina (the owner/lessee), said the site is intended as a private event venue for weddings, showers and business events and is not meant to be a nightclub. "Most events are private celebrations held indoors and we plan to work responsibly with our clients regarding music volume and event timing," Cervantes told the examiner, and she agreed to follow city noise limits and the proposed 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. hours.
Residents: repeated late music and parking overflow. Dozens of neighbors testified the venue has produced loud music and percussion that carries to nearby homes and sometimes continues past 10 p.m. Neighbors said outdoor receptions and roll‑up doors have allowed music to spill into the neighborhood; they also asked how a venue advertised for up to 150 guests can fit into nine to 19 on‑site parking spaces. Paul Bloomberg, a nearby resident, told the examiner the venue operator listed an LLC that is not registered with the Washington Secretary of State and said the application omitted accurate parking and site information.
Staff and examiner process: Planning staff said the special permit packet, SEPA review and agency notices were complete; numerous written comments were admitted into the record. The hearings examiner closed public testimony and said a written decision will be issued within 10 working days. The record will be used for the administrative decision; conditions the examiner adopts will govern how the venue may operate if the permit is granted.
What happens next: the examiner will issue a written ruling. If approved, the permit will include the required conditions (noise limits, hours, parking corrections and lighting). Opponents may challenge an approval through the normal administrative and legal channels.
