HomeMy WebLinkAboutPA2022-0174_20220819_Project descriptionAPPLICANT: Mutt Lynch’s
REQUEST: Approval of Conditional Use Permit (CUP) Permitting a Type 47 On-Sale
General Eating Place (Beer, Wine & Distilled Spirits) Alcoholic Beverage
License in Conjunction With The Operation of the Existing Restaurant
PROPOSED USE: Restaurant With On-Sale Service of Beer, Wine & Distilled Spirits
ADDRESS: 2300 W. Oceanfront, Newport Beach, CA 92663
PROJECT NARRATIVE
Approval of Conditional Use Permit (CUP) Permitting a Type 47 On-Sale General Eating Place
(Beer, Wine & Distilled Spirits) Alcoholic Beverage License in Conjunction With The Operation
of the Existing Restaurant located at 2300 W. Oceanfront, Newport Beach, CA 92663.
Originally opened in 1976, the existing restaurant "Mutt Lynch’s" and is a full service casual
dining restaurant.
The restaurant currently serves beer and wine. This request is to permit the sale of beer, wine
and distilled spirits for on-sale consumption in conjunction with the operations of the existing
restaurant. Service of beer, wine and distilled spirits is made for the convenience of patrons
dining at the restaurant.
The subject property is located on West Oceanfront at 23rd Street. The site is bounded by other
commercial/retail and residential uses. The existing restaurant will continue to serve the local
residents of the surrounding community and tourists.
The existing restaurant is approximately 3,740 square feet has approximately a total net public
area of approximately 1,360 square feet. The existing restaurant is open seven (7) days a week.
The current hours of operation are 7:00 AM to 2:00 AM. The restaurant has 134 interior dining
seats.
The project will employ approximately 12-15 employees that would be on-site at one time.
The surrounding land uses are as follows:
North: Commercial/Retail and Residential.
South: Commercial/Retail.
East: Commercial/Retail.
West: Boardwalk, beach and Pacific Ocean.
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APPLICANT: Mutt Lynch’s
REQUEST: Approval of Conditional Use Permit (CUP) Permitting a Type 47 On-Sale
General Eating Place (Beer, Wine & Distilled Spirits) Alcoholic Beverage
License in Conjunction With The Operation of the Existing Restaurant
PROPOSED USE: Restaurant With On-Sale Service of Beer, Wine & Distilled Spirits
ADDRESS: 2300 W. Oceanfront, Newport Beach, CA 92663
USE PERMIT APPLICATION JUSTIFICATION
The proposed project is for the approval of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) permitting a Type
47 On-Sale General Eating Place (Beer, Wine & Distilled Spirits) Alcoholic Beverage License in
conjunction with the operation of the existing restaurant Mutt Lynch’s restaurant, a full service
casual dining restaurant. The applicant proposes obtaining approval from the California
Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control for the Type 47 On-Sale General Eating Place (Beer,
Wine & Distilled Spirits) alcoholic beverage license. The proposed request meets the
requirements set forth in the City of Newport Beach Municipal Code.
BURDEN OF PROOF:
1. The use is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan;
Response: The proposed use as a restaurant with beer, wine and distilled is
consistent with the Newport Beach General Plan and provisions of the Municipal
Code.
2. The use is allowed within the applicable zoning district and complies with all
other applicable provisions of this Zoning Code and the Municipal Code;
Response: The proposed use as a restaurant with beer, wine and spirits is permitted
in the zoning district and is subject to the all the regulations, conditions, policies or
other requirements of the Municipal Code. This is an existing restaurant requesting a
Type 47 On-Sale General Eating Place (Beer, Wine & Distilled Spirits) alcoholic
beverage license.
3. The design, location, size, and operating characteristics of the use are
compatible with the allowed uses in the vicinity;
Response: The proposed use is not inconsistent with the adjacent uses and will not
materially affect the surrounding community or environment. The proposed project
is ideally suited for the area and is not located near any residences, except those
directly behind the commercial building and separated by the building itself. The
approval of the request that serves the local community and tourism, will not
adversely affect the public’s health, safety, welfare nor will it jeopardize or endanger
the public. It will not be detrimental to the use, valuation or enjoyment of
surrounding property owners or residents.
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4. The site is physically suitable in terms of design, location, shape, size, operating
characteristics, and the provision of public and emergency vehicle (e.g., fire and
medical) access and public services and utilities; and
Response: The proposed site, an existing building and restaurant, are not
inconsistent with the adjacent uses and will not materially affect the surrounding
community or environment. The proposed site is ideally suited for the area. The
approval of the request that serves the local community and tourism, will not
adversely affect the public’s health, safety, welfare nor will it jeopardize or endanger
the public. It will not be detrimental to the use, valuation or enjoyment of
surrounding property owners or residents.
5. Operation of the use at the location proposed would not be detrimental to the
harmonious and orderly growth of the City, nor endanger, jeopardize, or
otherwise constitute a hazard to the public convenience, health, interest, safety,
or general welfare of persons residing or working in the neighborhood of the
proposed use.
Response: The proposed use will contribute to the economic growth of the City as it
will serve the local community and tourism. The proposed project will not adversely
affect the public’s health, safety, welfare nor will it jeopardize or endanger the
public. It will not be detrimental to the use, valuation or enjoyment of surrounding
property owners or residents.
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