Review appeal of approved restaurant and bar permit at 12889 San Pablo Avenue
In Plain English
The Planning Commission approved a permit for a 4,585 square foot family restaurant and bar at 12889 San Pablo Avenue. Mildred Carlton appealed this decision to the city council. The council will decide whether to uphold or overturn the Planning Commission's approval.
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Votes
Close the public hearing
Deny the appeal and include an indemnification agreement between the City of Richmond and the applicant from any and all claims and costs
6 to 3
Why This Vote Matters
The council voted 6-3 to allow a new family restaurant and bar to open at 12889 San Pablo Avenue, rejecting Mildred Carlton's appeal of the Planning Commission's approval. The 4,585 square foot establishment can now move forward with its plans, and the business owner must agree to cover any legal costs if the city faces lawsuits over this decision. Councilmembers McLaughlin, Butt, and Viramontes opposed the project. This marks a departure from Mayor Butt's usual support for zoning approvals.
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Grant the appeal based on the long history of bad experiences at the location
4 to 5
Why This Vote Matters
The council rejected Mildred Carlton's appeal in a divided 5-4 vote, allowing the Planning Commission's approval of a family restaurant and bar at 12889 San Pablo Avenue to stand. The 4,585 square foot establishment can now move forward with opening. Councilmember Butt had proposed granting the appeal due to what he called "the long history of bad experiences at the location," but McLaughlin, Thurmond, Butt, and Viramontes were outvoted by Bates, Griffin, Anderson, Marquez, and Rogers. Notably, this marks the first time Butt has opposed a zoning approval, breaking from his usual pattern of supporting such measures.
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