REPORT TO PLANNING COMMISSION
SUBJECT
Title
Action on Use Permit for ABC License Type 41 for Lupita's Taqueria Restaurant at 2341 El Camino Real
Report
REPORT IN BRIEF
Project: Use Permit to allow on-site sale and consumption of beer and wine (ABC Type 41 License) for subject site.
Applicant: Jose Hernandez
Owner: Charles Hammers
General Plan: Community Mixed-use
Zoning: Thoroughfare Commercial (CT)
Site Area: 1,400 square foot interior tenant space
Existing Site Conditions: Existing restaurant
Surrounding Land Uses:
North: Single family residences fronting Bray Avenue
South: Commercial uses across El Camino Real
East: Commercial uses along El Camino Real
West: Commercial uses along El Camino Real
Issues: Consistency with the City's General Plan and Zoning Ordinance
Staff Recommendation: Adopt the resolution approving the Use Permit, subject to conditions of approval
BACKGROUND
The applicant is requesting a Use Permit to allow on-site sale and consumption of beer and wine (ABC License Type 41) in the existing Lupita's Taqueria restaurant located at 2341 El Camino Real. The restaurant occupies a 1,400 square foot tenant space in a multi-tenant commercial building. The restaurant would not provide live entertainment as part of the regular operation. The proposed restaurant hours of operation, along with the sale and service of beer and wine, are from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. daily.
DISCUSSION
Consistency with the General Plan:
The subject property has a General Plan designation of Community Mixed-use. This classification is intended to encourage a mix of residential and commercial uses along a major street. A broad range of retail uses are allowed, including regional shopping centers and restaurants. The project is also consistent with the following General Plan policies:
5.3.3-P1 - Provide a mix of retail and commercial uses to meet the needs of local customers and draw patrons from the greater region.
The proposal is consistent with this policy in tha...
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