PB25-0805

PB25-0805, Temporary Conditional Use Regulations in Commercial Districts

Temporary Conditional Use Regulations in Commercial Districts

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Proposal

This ordinance creates temporary exceptions to conditional use permit requirements for restaurants and bars in specific commercial corridors including Washington Avenue, Lincoln Road, Collins Avenue, 71st Street/Normandy Drive, and 41st Street. The initiative aims to streamline the approval process and fill vacant storefronts by allowing administrative review instead of Planning Board review for qualifying establishments.

Staff Recommendation
APPROVAL

Conditions:

  • Existing businesses with previously approved conditional use permits as of January 1, 2026 are not eligible
  • Rooftop activation is not permitted
  • Maximum occupancy shall not exceed 750 persons as determined by fire marshal
  • Business tax receipt required prior to commencement of operations
  • Subject to enforcement through business tax receipt revocation procedures
  • Automatic sunset on December 31, 2026

Compliance Findings:

✗ Sea Level Rise: Addressed ✗ Comprehensive Plan: Consistent ✗ Land Development Regulations: Compliant
Key Issues
  • Streamlining development review process for vacant storefronts
  • Temporary suspension of conditional use permit requirements
  • Geographic limitations to specific commercial corridors
  • Maximum occupancy limit of 750 persons
  • Exclusion of existing businesses with conditional use permits
  • Enforcement through business tax receipt revocation procedures
  • Sunset provision expiring December 31, 2026
Property Details
Applicant Commissioner Alex Fernandez
Meeting

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

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