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The Delmar Loop consists of a wide range of retail, restaurant, and entertainment venues. Nearby food and beverage establishments on the north side of Delmar Boulevard include Three Kings Public House approximately 40 feet to the east, while other smaller establishments are located approximately 160 feet west. opinion that the proposed use is appropriate at this location and would be compatible and consistent with the surrounding commercial uses. The minimum off-street parking and loading space requirements set forth in Section 400.2140 of the Zoning Code do not apply to any reoccupancy of existing buildings or structures in the Core Commercial District. However, a combination of on-street parking, including parking along the adjacent alley, the municipal surface lot across Delmar to the south and other nearby public parking lots and structures are available to serve the parking needs of customers and employees. The proposed removal of eight on-site parking spaces will be replaced with eight spaces leased from the adjacent municipal parking garage to the west. It not have a negative impact on surrounding properties. on that the proposed hours of operation are reasonable and appropriate at this location and would not be detrimental to the surrounding area. Outdoor dining is proposed within a proposed new outdoor patio at the rear of the building as opposed to on Delmar Boulevard. Outdoor dining d will require submittal of an outdoor dining permit to the Department of Community Development for review and approval. Public Involvement A public hearing at a regular Plan Commission meeting is required by the Zoning Code. The public hearing notice for the current proposal was published in the newspaper 15 days prior to the meeting date and was mailed to property owners within 200 feet of the subject property, exceeding the required distance of 185 feet. A sign was also posted on the subject property with information about the public hearing. Any member of the public will have an opportunity to express any concerns by writing in or attending the Plan Commission meeting. Staff Recommendation Based on the preceding considerations, staff is of the opinion that the proposed food and beverage establishment, as shown on the Site Plan and application materials, is appropriate at this location and complies with the Conditional Use Permit findings of fact as set forth in Section 400.2720 of the Zoning Code. Thus, staff recommends approval of this request subject to the conditions set forth in Attachment A. 33 Page of