PB24-0719

1350 Collins Avenue

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Proposal

The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to add outdoor entertainment (DJ or live music) to an existing 82-seat restaurant (Donatella) at the ground floor of a 2-story, 6-unit hotel building. Entertainment would be permitted on Fridays 7-11 PM, Saturdays 12-4 PM and 7-11 PM, and Sundays 11:30 AM-6 PM.

Staff Recommendation
APPROVAL WITH CONDITIONS

Conditions:

  • Entertainment limited to DJ only with all equipment controlled by sound system limits
  • Entertainment only permitted Saturdays and Sundays 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Entertainment music shall not exceed ambient levels unless inaudible beyond property boundaries
  • Sound system testing required from hotel rooms of adjacent properties
  • Maximum occupancy of 199 persons
  • Must operate as restaurant preparing and serving food at all times
  • Password protected sound system security controls
  • Multiple small speakers with low individual volumes required
  • All outdoor speakers oriented to minimize sound propagation to abutting properties
  • No televisions in exterior areas
  • Adequate trash room space with noise baffling required

Compliance Findings:

✗ Sea Level Rise: Addressed ✗ Comprehensive Plan: Consistent ✗ Land Development Regulations: Compliant
Key Issues
  • Noise impacts on nearby residential buildings and hotel guests
  • Sound study concerns regarding live music control
  • Proximity to Commodore Hotel and Shepley Hotel
  • Extended hours of operation proposed
  • Live music versus DJ-only entertainment

Documents

Property Details
Applicant 1350 Collins Owner LLC
Architect Ari L. Sklar
Meeting

Tuesday, March 4, 2025

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