Planning Commission Agenda Packet 02112026

P26-0018, Naschmarkt Planning Commission 6 of 7 and Economic Development. Leasing first-floor tenant spaces to active uses is a priority of the Downtown Specific Plan because active uses add interest to the streetscape and encourage pedestrian activity. In addition, active uses are more likely to remain open in the evenings and on weekends. This draws customers, thereby increasing Downtown’s economic viability. In addition, the Downtown Specific Plan includes Policy LD-P.3, regarding “Right to do Business.” This policy explicitly recognizes that “downtown operations” such as operation of businesses, special events, and similar activities are not to be considered a nuisance, provided they adhere to applicable noise and operational standards. Noise Patrons’ voices within the proposed bar's interior would be the main noise sources at the subject site. The proposed hours of operation for the bar are 10:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., Fridays and Saturdays. A proposed conditional use must be in accord with the objectives of the Zoning Ordinance. One of those objectives is to promote the stability of existing land uses that conform to the General Plan and to protect them from inharmonious influences and harmful intrusions. The proposed bar would be subject to conditions of approval prescribed by the Guidelines, such as keeping windows and doors closed when not in use for ingress/egress. In addition, as conditioned, the proposed use would need to comply with the City’s noise regulations. Therefore, staff believes noise from the proposed bar would not significantly impact surrounding uses, including any nearby residential uses. Parking For properties zoned C-C and located within the Downtown Revitalization District, the PMC does not require any additional parking for a change in use. Parking for the proposed bar is provided in the rear parking lot, and on-street parking is also available. In addition, the subject site is within close proximity to the public parking lot within the former railroad right-of-way to the east. Staff believes the subject site’s 63-space parking lot, adjacent public parking lot, and nearby on-street parking would provide adequate parking for the proposed use. Should parking-related problems occur, staff has included a condition of approval that allows the Director of Community and Economic Development to refer the CUP back to the Planning Commission for possible additonal conditions of approval. Police Department Review The Police Department has reviewed the proposed CUP and determined the proposed staffing would be sufficient to manage any security issues, and additional security staff are not being requested at this time. A condition of approval would allow the Chief of Police to require security staff if future problems were to occur as a result of bar patrons’ behavior within or outside of the tenant space.