HomeMy WebLinkAbout7/2/2003 - STAFF REPORTS (19) DATE: July 2, 2003
TO: City Council
FROM: Director of Planning and Zoning
REQUEST BY STRINGSTONE ENTERPRISES INC. D.B.A. THE HOUSE OF NINJA
RESTAURANT FORTHE ADOPTION OFA RESOLUTION OF CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY
FOR A TYPE 41 LIQUOR LICENSE FOR A NEW RESTAURANT, THE HOUSE OF NINJA,
LOCATED AT 707 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE C-1, SECTION 10.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council consider the adoption of a Resolution of Convenience and Necessity in order
to allow alcoholic beverage sales in conjunction with a new restaurant located at 707 North Palm
Canyon Drive. The applicant is Stringstone Enterprises Inc. d.b.a.The House of Ninja Restaurant;
the Secretary is William T. Claude IV.
SUMMARY
The applicant has proposed to convert an existing vacant commercial space,formerly occupied by
a bank and pet store, at 707 North Palm Canyon Drive to a 75 seat restaurant. The restaurant use
is permitted by right-of-zone. The applicant desires to sell alcoholic beverages as part of the
restaurant operation. The site is located in a census tract with an over concentration of alcoholic
beverage licenses. The State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control will not issue a license
unless the City Council provides a resolution indicating that the sale of alcoholic beverages will
provide for the public convenience and necessity.
BACKGROUND
The subject property is located in the Uptown Heritage District. There are commercial buildings
to the north and south of the proposed restaurant as well as to the east across North Palm Canyon
Drive. To the west is a single family residential neighbourhood.
In accordance with Section 23958.4 of the Business and Professions Code which took effect on
January 1, 1995, the State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control will not issue a license for
the sale of alcoholic beverages at this location if the City Council does not adopt a resolution
indicating that issuing such a license for the premises will provide for the public convenience and
necessity.
A finding of "Public Convenience and Necessity" means that the business will provide for the
convenient patronage of the public whereby the convenience does not already exist in the
immediate area; necessity implies that the premises is needed by the community. The addition of
a new restaurant in the uptown area will have a positive impact upon this area and should increase
pedestrian activity. The uptown area is currently under served by restaurants.
The restaurant use is a permitted use in the C-1 zone. The alcoholic beverages would be served
to patrons of the restaurant only.
Director of Pt2 nning and Zoning
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ATTACHMENTS
1. Letter of Request
2. Vicinity Map
3. Resolution
Stringstone Enterprises, Inc.
City of Palm Springs
City Council
Honorable Council Members:
As required by the State of California, Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, Stringstone Enterprises,
Inc., d.b.a. The House of Ninja Restaurant,hereby requests your approval for licensing based upon"public
convenience and necessity."
The House of Ninja Restaurant project, a traditional Japanese dining house, is an effort to bring traditional
Japanese food and culture to the North end of Palm Canyon Drive. This facility, located at 707 North Palm
Canyon Drive will offer both the convenience of traditional Japanese dining on the boulevard and will
expand patronage to nearby businesses on the North end of the City of Palm Springs.
As you are aware, there are no other Japanese dining establishments on the North end of the City. This
establishment would offer convenience to local residents in the Uptown Heritage District whom would
welcome the opportunity to once again walk down to dine on the boulevard. In addition, patrons of the
Pahn Canyon Theatre and Desert Art Center, and the adjoining park would have expanded choices for
convenient dining. Stringstone Enterprises, Inc. believes that this facility would be a welcome addition to
activities planned inn the area.
Stringstone Enterprises, Inc. feels that this establishment is needed by the community. The House of Ninja
Restaurant will bring patrons to the North end of the boulevard to assist the business owners in the vicinity
and bring attention to the events scheduled and located in the Uptown Heritage District. We also anticipate
the employment of local individuals, contributing to employment and the tax base for the city.
Be advised that Stringstone Enterprises,Inc,has obtained every license,permit,and approval required from
federal, state, county,and municipal agencies with the exception of this last item.
We respectfully request your attention to this letter of approval and thank you for your consideration.
Respectfully yours,
ttone Enterprises, ne.
heuse of Ninja Restaurant
William T.Claude IV, Secretary MAY 3 0 2003 _J
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CITY. OF PALM SPRINGS
CASE NO. DESCRIPTION
APPLLCANT Request for Resolution of Convenience and
Necessity for Type 41 liquor license for new
Stringstone Enterprises Inc. restaurant located at 707 North Palm Canyon
d.b.a The House of Ninja Restaurant Drive,zone C-1, section 10.
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RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A RESOLUTION OF CONVENIENCE
AND NECESSITY FOR A TYPE 41 LIQUOUR FOR A NEW
RESTAURANT LOCATED AT 707 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE,
ZONE C-1, SECTION 10.
WHEREAS, Stringstone Enterprises ("applicant") has requested the adoption of a Resolution of
Convenience and Necessity in order to sell alcoholic beverages in conjunction with a new
restaurant located at 707 North Palm Canyon Drive, Zone C-1, Section 10; and
WHEREAS, the applicant is requesting that the City Council adopt a Resolution of Convenience
and Necessity pursuant to the requirements of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has carefully reviewed and considered all of the evidence presented
in connection with the project, including but not limited to the staff report.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, based upon the foregoing, the City Council hereby
adopts a Resolution of Convenience and Necessity supporting the issuance of a Type 41 liquor
license for the House of Ninja Restaurant located at 707 North Palm Canyon Drive.
ADOPTED THIS_day of , 2003.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTENTIONS:
ATTEST: CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
City Clerk City Manager
Reviewed and Approved as to Form: /r
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