pages: CityCouncil/2009-11-17.pdf, 6
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CityCouncil | 2009-11-17 | 6 | shop, tobacco, and cigarettes; the application was pulled [from the Planning Board agenda] ; when the application returned the second time, it said tobacco, cigarettes, candy, snacks, sodas, 99C items, and newspapers; the current application lists candy, soft drinks, tobacco, gift items, including cologne and perfumes, toilet accessories, grocery products, telephone cards, and 99C items; lighter fluid is listed as a hazardous materials involved in the operation; that she noticed bong pipes in the store. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the Planning Board was still approving the application for a convenience store even though the amount of tobacco allowed in convenient stores was exceeded. The Planning Services Manager responded in the affirmative; stated the findings indicated that the business would not have a negative impact on circulation and other uses within the neighborhood; stated the amount of tobacco does not exceed the amount allowed, but triggered the need for the Use Permit. Vice Mayor deHaan stated Economic Development and Community Development made the determination that are different levels of stores; increased activity would come back for review. The Planning Services Manager stated zoning regulations except existing buildings and businesses within the buildings from providing new parking spaces if there is a change in use; Economic Development, Public Works and Community Development are working at reevaluating parking requirements for the Park Street and Webster Street business districts; that he has received feedback and recommendations are to roll back parking requirements in the Zoning Code. Vice Mayor deHaan inquired whether Community Development looked at retail balance; further inquired whether Economic Development would be the responsible department. The Planning Services Manager responded Economic Development could help with the analysisi Community Development felt that the findings could be recommended to the Planning Board to support approval of the Use Permit. Vice Mayor deHaan inquired whether the type of stores in the area are restricted, to which the Planning Services Manager responded in the affirmative. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 6 November 17, 2009 | CityCouncil/2009-11-17.pdf |