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Applicant seeks alcohol separation‑distance variance for Cabana Boy Ice Cream in Winter Haven
Summary
Cabana Boy Ice Cream applied for a 2‑COP on‑premises consumption license at 2610 Avenue G NW and requested a separation-distance variance because four religious institutions sit within 1,000 feet; staff recommended approval citing examples of existing beverage sales near churches.
County staff presented LDLVAR2025‑35, explaining the applicant aims to secure a 2‑COP (consumption on premises) license for an existing ice cream business at 2610 Avenue G NW. Case planner Kyle Rogas said four religious institutions fall within the 1,000‑foot separation zone and that staff nevertheless recommends approval, citing other county examples where beverage sales and worship institutions have coexisted for years.
The applicant, Raymond Dezier, said the business hopes to obtain the license and estimated seating for about 15–20 patrons. Staff and the hearing officer discussed notice to nearby institutions and the difference between on‑premises (2‑COP) licenses and APS/package‑sales licenses, which do not carry the same separation requirement. No members of the public appeared in person to oppose the application; staff will incorporate any updates and the hearing officer will issue a written order.
