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TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING
MARCH 26, 2024
7'00)0.M. CALLED TO ORDER.
Given. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Chair Kozak
1. PLANNING COMMISSION REORGANIZATION 2024
In accordance with the Planning Commission Policies and Procedures,
adopted on April 13, 2021, the Planning Commission reorganizes
around April of each year by appointing a new Chairperson and
Chairperson Pro Tem.
RECOMMENDATION.
That the Planning Commission elect a Chairperson and Chairperson Pro
Tem in accordance with the procedures outlined in the Planning
Commission Policies and Procedures.
Kozak Kozak opened nominations for Chairperson.
Motion., Mello nominated Higuchi as Chairperson. Seconded by Kozak. Motion carried
4-0-1 with Higuchi being absent.
Kozak Kozak opened nominations for Chairperson Pro Tem.
Motion.- Mason nominated Douthit as Chairperson Pro Tem. Seconded by Mello. Motion
carried 4-0-1 with Higuchi being absent.
Nominations closed. Commission changed seating.
present ROLL CALL: Chair Pro Tem Douthit
Commissioners Kozak, Mason, Mello
Absent Chairperson Higuchi
PUBLIC INPUT:
Hurtado Hurtado confirmed no public input received.
Minutes— Planning Commission Meeting -- March 26, 2624 — Page 1
A,opro,vedthe CONSENT CALENDAR:
Consent
Calenclar, as
presented.
Hurtaolo Hurtado confirmed no public input received.
2. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES- MARCH 12, 2024
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Planning Commission approve the Minutes of the March, 12,
2024 Planning Commission meeting, as provided.
Con t1n ue o'the 3. DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (DA) 2024-0001
item
indefinitely.
APPLICANT: APPLICANTZPROPERTY-OWNER:
CITY OF TUSTIN (PARKS & REC.) THE IRVINE COMPANY
300 CENTENNIAL WAY 550 NEWPORT CENTER DRIVE
TUSTIN, CA 92780 NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660
SUMMARY:
Development Agreement (DA) 2024-0001 is a request to amend DA
2014-001, modifying the terms by which the Tustin Community Center
at The Market Place (Tustin) is utilized, including the amount of the
reimbursed costs.
On February 20, 2024, The Irvine Company submitted a request to
continue the public hearing to the March 26, 2024 Planning Commission
meeting, to allow time to refine the amendments to DA 2014-0001,
Recently, The Irvine Company requested that the project be continued
indefinitely as they work through issues and terms contained within, the
existing D�A with City staff.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Planning Commission continue the DA 2024-0001 public
hearing item indefinitely.
Motion.- It was moved by Mason, seconded by Kozak, to approve the Consent Calendar,
as presented. Motion carried: 4-0-1.
Minutes- Pianning Commission Meeting -March 26, 2024 - Page 2
None. PUBLIC HEARING.
REGULAR BUSINESS:
Approved the 4. 2022-2023 CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT (CLG) ANNUAL
recommended REPORT; 2023 HISTORIC AND CULTURAL RESOURCES ADVISOR
action. (HCRA) ANNUAL REPORT, AND 2024 HCRA WORK PROGRAM
AND DRAFT PROCLAMATION FOR DESIGNATION OF HISTORIC
PRESERVATION WEEK
SUMMARY:
This report summarizes the City of Tustin's Certified Local Government
(CLG) Annual Report for the reporting period of October 1, 2022
through September 30, 2023; the 2023 HCRA Annual Report - Goals
and Accomplishments; the 2024 Work Program; and a
recommendation that the City Council proclaim one week in May of
each year as Historic Preservation Week. Following approval by the
Planning Commission, acting as the HCRA, the CLG Annual Report
will be first transmitted to the City Council to receive and file and then
to the State Office of Historic Preservation (OHIP).
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission, in its capacity as the
HCRA, approve the 2022-2023 Certified Local Government (CLG)
Annual Report and direct staff to forward the Annual Report to the
City Council to receive and file. Staff also recommends that the
Planning Commission receive and file the 2023 HCRA Annual Report
- Goals and Accomplishments, adopt the 2024 HCRA Work Program,
and recommend that the City Council proclaim one week in May of
each year as Historic Preservation Week.
Salman Presentation given.
Willkom WiLLkom commended the Commission for their input over the prior years. She
provided additional background to the Commission regarding possible activities
during Historic Preservation Week,to include the Old Town Walking Tour.
A46110 Mello asked Staff about the public workshops during Historic Preservation
week and how they would be advertised to engage Tustin residents.
Minutes— Planning Commission Meeting —March 26, 2024— Page 3
willkom In response to MeLLo's, previous question, WiLLkom stated Staff is currently
working on plans for Historic Preservation Week (i.e. collaboration with the
Tustin Historical. Museum (point workshops), social media, City website, Tustin
Conservancy website, etc.) to create public awareness about the Historic
Preservation, Week events.
Douthit Douthit asked what the proposed dates would be for Historic Preservation
Week. He suggested plaque nominations or historic significant items to be
included on the Planning Commission agenda for that week.
salman In response to Douthit's previous question, SaLman stated this year's proposed
Historic Preservation week would occur May 7t'through May 141h
Alas-on Mason mentioned the recent passing of Margaret Pottenger who was a
significant member of Tustin,. She also suggested a formal invitation to the
groups the City will be collaborating with and engaging the public to participate
in Historic Week (i.e. possible booth at the Tustin Tiller Days in order to get the
word out for next year's Historic Preservation Week).
kluftado No public input received.
Alotion: It was moved by Kozak, seconded by Mason to approve the recommended
action. Motion carried: 4-0-1.
STAFF CONCERNS:
Wilikom WiLLkorn reported the following items to the Commission: Zoning Administrator
(ZA) items approved earlier on March 26, 2024: CUP for World Racing at the
District and ABC License (beer and wine) at the Tustin, Legacy Village (Ootero
Bar, LLC);OC Business Journal's List of shopping centers ranked by taxable sales
in Orange County (the Market Place ranked 41 Place; the District ranked 5`
Place); on April 1st both Public Works and the Building Division will test a new
pilot program (E-Reviews). The new software will allow staff to accept online
applications for various permit processing (i.e. electronically upload
documents/plans without the need to come into City Hall).
COMMISSION CONCERNS:
lk'ozak Kozak did not have any comments.
mason Mason thanked staff for updates on the approved ZA items,
Minutes— Planning Commission Meeting — March 26, 2024— Page 4
Douthlt Douthit had favorable comments regarding the World Racing ZA item. He also
asked for any updates on the remaining Scoping Meetings which took place on
March 131, and March 20".
Eastman Eastman provided updates on the remaining Scoping Meetings to the
Commission.
738,o.m. ADJOURNMENT:
The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for
Tuesday, April 9, 2024.
ERIC HIGU6�11
Chairperson
JU-C6AA L. WILLKOM
Planning Commission Secretary
Minutes- Planning Commission Meeting-- March 26, 2024 - Page 5
RESOLUTION NO. 4486
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF TUSTIN, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT 20,23-0012 AUTHORIZING THE ESTABLISHMENT
OF A COMMERCIAL RECREATION FACILITY (KARAOKE
LOUNGE) WITH FOOD AND ONSITE SALE AND
CONSUMPTION OF BEER,WINE, AND DISTILLED SPIRITS
(TYPE 47 ABC LICENSE) AT 2493 PARK AVENUE.
The Planning Commission does hereby resolve as follows:
1, The Planning Commission finds and determines as follows:
A, That a proper application for Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 2023-
0012 was filed by Marilyn Mo on behalf of MM Interior Design,
requesting authorization to establish a commercial recreation facility
(karaoke lounge)with food and onsite sale and consumption (on-sale)
of beer, wine, and distilled spirits (Type 47 ABC license) at 2493 Park
Avenue.
B. That the subject property is located within Planning Area (PA) 16-19
of the Tustin Legacy Specific Plan (SP-1) and has a General Plan
land use designation of SP-1.
C. That pursuant to Section 3.14.3 of SP-1, a CUP is required prior to
establishment of a commercial recreation facility (karaoke lounge)
and alcoholic beverage sales establishments. Tustin City Code (TCC),
Section 9291 grants the Planning Commission the authority to
consider and act on requests for a CUP.
D. That pursuant to TCC Section 9299, the Zoning Administrator has the
authority to consider and act on CUP applications for alcoholic
beverage sales establishments but has deferred decision making
authority to the Planning Commission to be considered concurrently
with the commercial recreation facility (karaoke lounge).
E. That a public hearing was duly called, noticed, and held for CUP
2023-0012 on April 23, 2024, by the Planning Commission.
F. That in determining whether to approve the CUP, the Planning
Commission finds that the establishment, maintenance, and
operation of the proposed uses will not, under the circumstances of
this case, be detrimental to the health, safety, morals, comfort, or
general welfare of the persons residing or working in the
neighborhood of such proposed use, nor be injurious or detrimental
Resdution No. 4486
CUP 2023-0012
Page 2
to the property and improvements in the neighborhood of the subject
property, or to the general welfare of the City of Tustin, in that:
1. PA 16-19 of SP-1 allows for a variety of retail, commercial, and
service-oriented business activities serving a regional and
community-wide area and population.
2. As conditioned, the proposed on-sale of alcohol in conjunction with
a food establishment shall comply with the Alcoholic Beverage
Sales Establishment Guidelines as adopted by the Planning
Commission on March 13, 20,18, and TCC Section 9271(dd).
3. As conditioned, the on-sale of alcoholic beverages would operate in
conjunction with a food establishment use where food prepared
onsite will be served at all times that alcoholic beverages are sold
andl served.
4. The proposed commercial recreation facility (karaoke lounge) and
food establishment uses are located within a retail shopping center
where a variety of retail and other food establishments are located.
As conditioned, the characteristics of the proposed uses and hours
of operation would be similar to other similar establishments in the
City.
5. An amended joint use parking study for The District was submitted
evaluating the parking demand of all existing and proposed uses
onsite and found that the existing number of parking spaces (4,833
spaces provided) is sufficient to accommodate all uses at peak
periods (4,727 spaces required).
6. The Tustin Police Department has reviewed the application and has
no concerns as conditioned.
G. That the operational characteristics and features of the facility such as
the hours of operation and onsite security are appropriate for the
location and type of use proposed in relation to surrounding residential
areas, sensitive uses such as places of worship, parks, schools,
hospitals, clinics, convalescent homes, and other similar uses selling
or serving alcoholic beverages,
1. As conditioned, business operations, including hours of operation,
would be conducted in a manner which does not create a public or
private nuisance.
2. As conditioned, the owner or manager of the licensed premises
would maintain a written security policy and procedures manual on
the premises.The security policy would identify individuals who are
responsible for the premises.
Resolution No. 4486
CUP 2023-0012
Page 3
3. The on-sale of alcoholic beverages would be in conjunction with a
karaoke lounge with food establishment where food prepared
onsite will be served at all: times that alcoholic beverages are
served.
4. The proposed karaoke lounge with, food establishment is located
within a commercial center where a variety of retail, restaurant, and
service uses are located. The applicant requests to operate
Sunday through Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. These
hours are consistent with the characteristics of other karaoke uses
in the City.
5. That the project site is oriented towards the interior of a commercial
center and located more than 1,000 feet from the nearest
residential use.
H. That the development of an establishment selling alcoholic beverages
shall be consistent with the General Plan and Zoning Code.
I. That although the proposed establishment is located within an
overconcentrated area of alcoholic beverage sales licenses, the sale
of alcoholic beverages would not have a negative impact on the
community in that:
1. The proposed sale of alcoholic beverages is in conjunction with the
establishment of a commercial recreation facility (karaoke lounge)
with food establishment.
2. The Tustin Police Department has reviewed the application and
has no immediate concerns as the subject property does not have
a high crime rate. As conditioned, the owner or manager of the
licensed premises would maintain a written security policy and
procedures manual on the premises.
3. The California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC)
has confirmed that Census Tract No. 755.18, where the project is
located, currently has 12 on-sale licenses. The proposed on-site
alcoholic beverage sales within a food establishment will not
contribute negatively to the alcohol establishments in Census Tract
No. 755.18 in that the business would add to the diversity of uses
within this area and shall be required to comply with ABC's license
restrictions and the proposed conditions of approval.
J. That the project has been reviewed for consistency with the Air
Quality Sub-element of the City of Tustin General Plan and has been
determined to be consistent with the Air Quality Sub-element.
Resolution No. 4486
CUP 2023-0012
Page 4
K. That this project is Categorically Exempt pursuant to Section 15301
(Class 1 — Existing Facilities) of the California Code of Regulations,
(Guidelines for the California Environmental Quality Act),.
II. The Planning Commission hereby approves CUP 2023-0012 authorizing
the establishment of a commercial recreation facility (karaoke lounge) with
food and onsite sale and consumption, of beer, wine, and distilled spirits
(Type 47 ABC license) at 2493 Park Avenue, subject to the conditions
contained within Exhibit A attached hereto.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Planning Commission of the City of Tustin at a regular
meeting on the 23rd day of April, 2024.
ERIC HIGUC,, I
Chairperson
JUVINA L. WILLIKOM
Planning Commission Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
MICHAEL DAb-CrT--'
Assistant City Attorney
Resdution No. 4486
CUP 2023-0012
Page 5
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF ORANGE
CITY OF TUSTIN
1, Justina L. Willkom, the undersigned, hereby certify that I am the Planning Commission
Secretary of the City of Tustin, California; that Resolution No. 4486 was duly passed and
adopted at a regular meeting of the Tustin Planning Commission, held on the 23rd day of
April, 2024.
PLANNING COMMISSIONER AYES- Higuchi, Kozak, Mason, Mello (4)
PLANNING COMMISSIONER NOES:
PLANNING COMMISSIONER ABSTAINED:
PLANNING COMMISSIONER ABSENT: Douthit (1)
JUS A' L. WILLKOM
Planning Commission: Secretary
Exhibit A: Conditions of Approval
EXHIBIT A
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2023-0012
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
2493 PARK AVENUE
GENERAL
(1) 1.1 The proposed use shall substantially conform to the project description and
submitted plans for the project date stamped April 23, 2024, on file with the
Community Development Department, except as herein modified, or as
modified by the Community Development Director in accordance with this
Exhibit. The Community Development Director may also approve minor
modifications during plan check if such modifications are to be consistentwith
the provisions of the Tustin City Code (TCC) and other applicable codes.
(1) 1,2 This approval shall become null and void unless the use is established within
twelve (12) months of the date of this Exhibit. Time extensions may be
granted if a written request and associated fee are received by the
Community Development Department within thirty (30) days prior to
expiration.
(1) 1.3 Unless otherwise specified, the conditions contained in this Exhibit shall be
complied with as specified, subject to review and approval by the Community
Development Department.
(1) 1A Approval of Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 2023-0012 is contingent upon the
applicant and property owner signing and returning to the Community
Development Department a notarized "Agreement to Conditions Imposed"
form and the property owner signing and recording with the, County Clerk-
Recorder a "Notice of Discretionary Permit Approval and Conditions of
Approval" form. The forms shall be established by the Community
Development Director, and evidence of recordation shall be provided to the
Community Development Department.
(1) 1.5 Any transfer of ownership of the establishment and/or operator shall require
the new owner and/or operator to sign and return, an "Agreement to
Conditions imposed"form provided by the Community Development. Failure
to, do so would be a basis for revocation proceeding.
(1) 1.6 As a condition of approval of CUP 2023-0012, the applicant and property
owner shall agree, at its sole cost and expense, to defend, indemnify, and
hold harmless the City, its officers, employees, agents, and consultants, from
any claim, action, or proceeding brought by a third party against the City, its
SOURCE CODES
(1) STANDARD CONDITION (5) RESPONSIBLE AGENCY REQUIREMENT
(2) CEQA MITIGATION (6) LANDSCAPING GUIDELINES
(3) UNIFORM BUILDING CODE/S (7) PC/CC POLICY
(4) DESIGN REVIEW ***' EXCEPTION
Exhibit A- Conditions of Approval
CUP 2023-0012
April 23, 2024
Page 2
officers, agents, and employees, which seeks to attack, set aside, challenge,
void, or annul an approval of the City Council, the Planning Commission, or
any other decision-making body, including staff, concerning this project. The
City agrees to promptly notify the applicant and/or property owner of any such
claim or action filed against the City and to fully cooperate in the defense of
any such action. The City may, at its sole cost and expense, elect to
participate in the defense of any such action under this condition.
(1) 1.7 Any violation of any of the conditions imposed is subject to issuance of an
Administrative Citation pursuant to TCC Section 11 62(a).
(1) 1.8 The applicant and/or property owner shall be responsible for costs
associated with any necessary code enforcement action, including attorneys
fees, subject to the applicable notice, hearing, and appeal process as
established by the City Council by ordinance.
(1) 1.9 CUP 2023-0012 may be reviewed at any time by the Community
Development Director. The Community Development Director shall review
the use to ascertain compliance with conditions of approval. If the use is
not operated in accordance with CUP 2023-001i2 or is found to be a nuisance
or negative impacts are affecting the surrounding tenants or area, the
Community Development Director may impose additional conditions to
eliminate the nuisance or negative impacts or may initiate proceedings to
revoke, the CUP.
(1) 1.10 The applicant shall obtain the appropriate license from the State Department
of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC)for the type of alcoholic sales authorized
for the site (Type 47). A copy shall be provided to the City prior to final
inspection. Any violations of the regulations of the State Department of ABC
as they pertain to the subject location, or of the City of Tustin, as they relate
to the sale of alcoholic beverages, may result in the revocation of the subject
CUP, as provided for in the TCC.
USE RESTRICTIONS
(1) 2.1 This approval authorizes a commercial recreation facility (karaoke lounge)
with food establishment and a Type 47 ABC License (on-site sales of beer,
wine, and distilled spirits). No room or area within the business shall be used
or rented for purposes other than karaoke entertainment and food and
beverage consumption. The proposed on-site consumption of beer, wine,
and distilled spirits must be consistent with the State Department of ABC
requirements. Any changes to, the ABC License shall be reviewed and
approved by the Community Development Director.
(1) 2.2 The applicant shall obtain the appropriate license from ABC for the type of
alcoholic sales authorized for the site. A copy shall be provided to the City
prior to operating the alcoholic sales,
Exhbt A- Conditions of Approval
CUP 2023-0012
April 23, 2024
Page 3
(1) 2.3 Hours of operation shall be as follows unless otherwise modified with the
approval of the Community Development Director in compliance with the
City's Alcoholic Beverage Sales Establishment Guidelines
Every Day (Sun-Sat)
Food establishment 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.
with alcohol sales (last call for alcohol sales
at 12 a.m.)
Karaoke 11 a.m, to 2 a.m.
(1) 2.4 Any modifications to the approved operations or floor plan are subject to
review and approval by the Community Development Director, or their
designee, prior to implementation. Major modifications to either may require
requesting approval of a new CUP as determined by staff.
(1) 2.6 A minimum of two (2) security guards shall be on-site during operating hours,
with as many as four(4) security guards provided at maximum occupancy. If
there is a marked or noticeable increase in the number of police related
incidents on or near the premises, as such increase may be determined by
the Chief of Police, the applicant may be required to increase the minimum
number of State-licensed, uniformed security guards to a number determined
by the Chief of Police.
2.6 All karaoke rooms shall maintain non-locking door hardware and a minimum
24-inch by 24-inch clear glass window for visibility into each room from the
central hallway.
2.7 Surveillance cameras shall be installed and operated in good working order
at the entrances and exits to the business, bar area, hallways, within every
room, and outside of the bathrooms. The applicant is required to maintain a
continuous record of the last 90 days' footage at all times and must be
prepared to provide this footage to the Police Department upon, request. The
location of such cameras shall be identified on building plans prior to
issuance of a building permit.
2.8 The front desk shall be equipped with a "kill switch" kept in good working
order that turns on all lights and turns off all music and TVs in the
establishment. This switch must be made available to police officers, code
enforcement officers, or other representatives of the City of Tustin or other
regulatory/emergency agencies upon request.
2.9 Illumination levels within each karaoke room shall be sufficient to see inside
the room through the glass window at the door. Light switches are not
permitted within the karaoke rooms and instead, lighting shall be centrally
controlled by the operating staff.
Exhibit A-Conditions of Approval
CUP 2023-0012
April 23, 2024
Page 4
(1) 2.10 The tenant space shall be soundproofed and volume maintained at
appropriate levels such as to comply with the City's Noise Ordinance
standards for both interior and exterior noise levels. Doors to the business
shall remain closed at all times during operational hours.
(1) 2.11 Should the bona fide public eating place cease to operate for any reason
while the karaoke business continues to operate, the sale of alcoholic
beverages shall cease immediately and authorization for oni-site alcohol
consumption shall be revoked.
(1) 2.12 Food must be served whenever the privileges of the on-sale alcohol
license(s) are being exercised. The menu of the food establishment shall
consist of foods prepared on the premises.
(1) 2.13 All managers and employees selling alcoholic beverages shall undergo and
successfully complete a certified training program in responsible methods
and skills for selling alcoholic beverages. The ABC must approve said
training program. Records of each employee's successful completion of the
certified training program required by this section shall be maintained on the
premises of the alcoholic beverage sales establishment and shall be
presented upon request by a representative of the City of Tustin.
(1) 2.14 The applicant, or an employee of the licensee, must be present to monitor all
areas of the establishment during all times that alcoholic beverages are being
served or consumed.
(1) 2.15 The applicant shall, at all times, utilize an age verification means or device
for all purchases of alcoholic beverages. Such verification of age is not
intended to discriminate against patrons based on race, ethnicity, or legal
!status, but only to comply with State law restricting the sale of alcohol to those
twenty-one (21) years of age and older.
(1) 2.16 Employees and contract security personnel shall not consume any alcoholic
beverages during their work shift, except for product sampling for purposes
of employee education about new products. Under no circumstances may
contract security personnel consume alcoholic beverages during their work
shift.
(1) 2.17 All alcohol shall be consumed on-site, with, the exception of the provisions
stated in Business and Professions Code Sections 23396.,5, and 23401.
(1) 2.18 There shall be no fixed bar or lounge area upon the premises maintained for
the sole purpose of sales, service, or consumption of alcoholic beverages
directly to patrons. The proposed fixed bar and lounge are permitted and!
must offer a selection of food to customers whenever the privilege of the on-
sale alcohol license is being exercised,.
Exhibit A-Conditions of Approval
CUP 2023-0012
April 23, 2024
Page 5
(1) 2.19 A live entertainment permit is not required for karaoke singers. However, a
live entertainment permit must be obtained if entertainment is proposed to
occur by persons or via equipment not specifically exempted in TCC 3235,
(1) 2.20 There shall be no special events sponsored by or involving an outside
promoter or any other person other than,the applicant and/or property owner.
The building may not be sublet to a separate business or promoter or person
other than the applicant and/or property owner.
(1) 2.21 In the event that there is queuing line, the business owner, or his designee,
shall be responsible for monitoring the queuing lines at all times, No food or
beverages shall be consumed while in queuing lines. The outdoor queuing
line shall not block public walkways or obstruct the entry or exit doors of
adjacent businesses.
(1) 2.22 There shall be no requirement for patrons to purchase a minimum number of
alcoholic drinks.
(1) 2.23 Games or contests requiring or involving consumption of alcoholic beverages
shall be prohibited.
(1) 2.24 Any pool tables, amusement machines or video games maintained on the
premises at any time must be, reviewed and approved in a security plan
submitted to the Community Development Department and the Tustin Police
Department (TPD), prior to their establishment..
(1) 2.25 Business operations shall be conducted in a manner that does not create a
public or private nuisance, Any such nuisance must be abated immediately
upon notice by the City of Tustin.
(1) 2.26 The owner or manager of the licensed premises shall maintain, on the
premises, a written security policy and procedures manual,which have been
approved by the TPD, addressing, at a minimum, the following items:
1) Identify individuals, who are responsible for the premises. The list
shall include contact information such as name, address, phone
number, etc. and the list shall be current and accurate.
2) Procedures for handling obviously intoxicated persons.
3) The method for establishing a reasonable ratio of employees to
patrons, based upon activity level, in order to ensure adequate
staffing levels to monitor beverage sales and patron behavior.
4) Procedures for handling patrons involved in fighting, arguing, or
loitering about the building, and/or in the immediate adjacent area
that is owned, leased, rented, or used under agreement by the
licensee(s).
Exhibit A-Conditions of Approval
CUP 2023-0012
April 23, 2024
Page 6
5) Procedures for verifying the age of patrons for purposes of alcohol
sales.
6) Procedures for ensuring that servers monitor patrons to ensure that
their drinking limit/potential intoxication is not exceeded. This
procedure should include a description of the procedure the server
would use to warn, or refuse to serve, the patron.
7) Procedures for calling the TPD regarding observed or reported
criminal activity.
8) Procedures for management of queuing lines.
9) The location and description of any video games proposed to be on
the premises.
(1) 2.27 There shall be no window coverings or advertisements that reduce the
visibility inside of the business.
(1) 2.28 All signs shall comply with the Tustin Sign Code and the following:
1) There shall be no exterior advertising directed to the exterior from,
within, promoting or indicating the availability of alcoholic
beverages. No interior displays of alcoholic beverages or signs
which are clearly visible to the exterior.
2) Permissible window displays must be kept to a minimum for
maximum visibility and shall not exceed twenty-five (25) percent of
window coverage.
3) The applicant shall post a "NO LOITERING" sign prohibiting loitering
on the exterior of the premises.
4) Signs shall be posted in a conspicuous space at all entrances/exits
of the premises which shall state, "NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
BEYOND THIS POINT."
(1) 2.29 Any graffiti painted or marked upon the premises, or any adjacent area under
control of the property owner or the business, shall be removed or painted
within twenty-four (24) hours of being applied.
(1) 2.30 All litter shall be removed from the exterior areas around the premises,
including public sidewalk areas and parking areas, no less frequently than
once each day that the business is open.
(1) 2.31 No sexually oriented businesses shall be conducted on the premises without
approval by the City of Tustin in accordance with the TCC.
Exhibit A-Conditions of Approval
CUP 2023-0012
April 23, 2024
Page 7
(1) 2.32 The on-site sales and consumption of beer, wine, and distilled spirits shall be
restricted to the indoor tenant space area. No alcohol nor food shall be
consumed in the outdoor dining area adjacent to District Drive.
(1) 2.33 The gross annual sales of food should exceed the sale of alcohol. The gross
annual sales receipts shall be provided to the Community Development
Department annually upon request. To verify that the gross annual sale of
food exceeds the gross annual alcohol sales, an audited financial statement
shall be provided for review and approval by the Community Development
Director upon request. If the audited financial statement demonstrates that
the sale of alcohol exceeds the sale of food, the Community Development
Director if the sale of alcoholic beverages shall cease immediately.
2.34 No amusement devices other than karaoke machines, including but not
limited to video games, shall be permitted.
2.35 Prior to occupancy, the applicant shall obtain all applicable permits and
inspections from the City of Tustin and the Orange County Health Care
Agency for the commercial kitchen and food preparation.
SIB AGE
(1) 3.1 The applicant must obtain a sign permit from the Building Division prior to
installing proposed signage. Signage shall comply with The District Master
Sign Program.
PLAN SUBMITTAL
4.1 Prior to building permit issuance, construction plans must include and
identify the location of surveillance cameras as discussed in Condition 2.7
above.
PUBLIC WORKS
(1) 5.1 Construction and Demolition Waste Recycling and Reduction Plan (WRRP).
1) The applicant/contractor is required to submit a WRRP to the Public
Works Department. The WRRP must indicate how the applicant will
comply with the City's requirement (City Code Section 4351, et al) to
recycle at least sixty-five (65) percent of the project waste material or
the amount required by the California Green Building Standards
Code.
2) The applicant will be required to submit a fifty dollar ($501.00)
application fee and a cash security deposit. Based on the review of
the submitted Waste Management Plan, the cash, security deposit in
the amount of five (5) percent of the project's valuation as determined
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CUP 2023-0012
April 23, 2024
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by the Building Official, rounded to the nearest thousand. The deposit
amount will be collected in accordance with the Tustin City Code.
3) Prior to issuance of'any permit, the applicant shall submit the required
security deposit in, the form of cash, cashier's check, personal check,
or money order made payable to the "City of Tustin".
FEES
(1) 6.1 Within forty-eight (48) hours of approval of the subject project, the applicant
shall deliver to the Community Development Department, a cashier's check
payable to the ORANGE COUNTY CLERK-RECORDER in the amount of
fifty dollars ($50.00) to enable the City to file the appropriate environmental
documentation, for the project. If within such forty-eight (48) hour period the
applicant has not delivered to the Community Development Department the
above-noted check, the statute of limitations for any interested party to
challenge the environmental determination under the provisions of the
California Environmental Quality Act could be significantly lengthened.