REPORT TO PLANNING COMMISSION
SUBJECT
Title
Action on a Use Permit to Allow On-site Sale and Consumption of Beer and Wine for a New Food-service Establishment, Tacomania, at 2855 Stevens Creek Blvd., Santa Clara, 95050
Report
REPORT IN BRIEF
Applicant: Susan Berry
Owner: VFMall LLC
File Number: PLN22-00210
General Plan: Regional Commercial
Zoning: CC - Community Commercial
Site Area: 952 square foot tenant space in a previously approved Retail Center, Valley Fair Mall
Existing Site Conditions: Food service tenant space
Surrounding Land Uses:
North: Commercial / Residential
South: Commercial / Residential
East: Commercial
West: Commercial
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 the on-site sale and consumption of beer and wine (ABC License Type 41) in conjunction with a new food service establishment, Tacomania, in an existing tenant space located within an existing retail center, Valley Fair Mall. The restaurant will occupy a 952 square foot tenant space with 21 indoor seats. The proposed restaurant hours of operation, along with the sale and service of beer and wine, are Monday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Alcohol sale and service would only be available during normal business hours and when food service is available. Most revenue will be from the sale of food; alcohol sales are accessory to the main restaurant use.
DISCUSSION
Consistency with the General Plan
The subject property has a General Plan land use designation of Regional Commercial. This classification is intended for retail and commercial uses that provide local and regional services. It is intended for commercial developments that serve both Santa Clara residents and the surrounding region. A broad range of retail uses is allowed, including regional shopping centers and restaurants. The pr...
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