A public hearing to receive comments regarding an application for and an ordinance granting an amendment to Specific Use Permit No. 2467 for an alcoholic beverage establishment limited to a bar, lounge, or tavern and a commercial amusement (inside) on property zoned Planned Development District No. 619 with Specific Use Permit No. 2411 for an attached projecting non-premise district activity videoboard sign, on the northwest line of Elm Street, northeast of North Akard Street Recommendation of Staff: Approval, subject to conditions Recommendation of CPC: Approval for a five-year period, subject to conditions Z-25-000148 *In alignment with ForwardDallas.

This item concerns a public hearing and proposed ordinance to amend Specific Use Permit (SUP) No. 2467. The amendment seeks to continue allowing an alcoholic beverage establishment limited to a bar, lounge, or tavern, and a commercial amusement (inside) at the property located on the northwest line of Elm Street, northeast of North Akard Street. This use was previously approved by City Council on September 28, 2022. The property is zoned Planned Development District No. 619 and also has an existing SUP No. 2411 for an attached projecting non-premise district activity videoboard sign, which is not being modified. The proposed hours of operation are from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m., daily. Staff recommends approval, subject to conditions, and the Planning Commission (CPC) recommended approval for a five-year period, subject to conditions. The staff analysis indicates consistency with the ForwardDallas 2.0 comprehensive plan, the 360 Plan for Downtown Dallas, and the Trinity River Corridor Comprehensive Land Use Study, contributing to a vibrant central city. The crime report for the area shows a low number of offenses and arrests over the specified period. The proposed conditions include limiting the uses, adhering to the site plan, setting a time limit for the permit (proposed as 5 years from ordinance date), defining hours of operation, and general maintenance and compliance requirements.

Residents can expect the continuation of an existing bar/lounge and indoor amusement venue at the specified downtown location. The permit is proposed for a five-year period, with operating hours limited to 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. daily.

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