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CityCouncil | 2005-07-19 | 13 | Mayor Johnson stated the Council could not do so tonight. Councilmember Matarrese inquired whether live theater with unlimited seating is already allowed in all C-1 districts, to which the Supervising Planner responded in the affirmative. Councilmember Matarrese stated putting a ceiling of 49 seats restricts risk to and impact on the neighborhood; the same concerns exist with live theater; some performances might not be wanted in neighborhoods; allowing a movie theater has less impact than a live theater ; there is not a huge risk; the existing business would be legalized; that he would be happy with only selecting several of the areas as a trial; there is not a great impact on the other sixteen districts since live theaters with unlimited seating are permitted. Mayor Johnson stated that she does not have a problem with Central Cinema, but would like to restrict the regulation as much as possible; if the use could be restricted to a small number of C-1 areas or if very residential C-1 areas could be eliminated, the City should do soi although live theater has been allowed for a long time, allowing boutique theaters now should be done in a more restrictive way; that she supports the station business districts, which are part of Alameda's historyi the stations have to keep going to create a walk-able community; however, the areas have conflicts because residences are adjacent to businesses; that she would like to go forward with Central Cinema, while restricting the use to as few C-1 areas as possible; the matter of limiting the areas has not been thoroughly reviewed. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether there have been requests for live theaters in other areas, to which the Supervising Planner responded the only one she is aware of is the Altarena. The Acting City Manager stated staff had multiple meetings on how to reduce the number of areas; there was concern about spot zoning staff did extraordinary noticing to ensure residents around the station areas were aware of the proposed change the Council could move forward tonight and staff could come back at a later date to undo portions [limit number of districts]. Mayor Johnson stated her goal is to limit the use to as few areas as possible; one idea is to name several areas a different zoning districti people do not notice use until there is a problem. Councilmember Daysog stated [Central Cinema's ] start was high drama, but has potential to be a feel good story; time will only Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 13 July 19, 2005 | CityCouncil/2005-07-19.pdf |