A public hearing to receive comments regarding an application for and an ordinance granting a new Specific Use Permit for the sale of alcoholic beverages in conjunction with a general merchandise or food store greater than 3,500 square feet within a D-1 Liquor Control Overlay, on a property zoned CR Community Retail District, on the north corner of Lovett Avenue and Military Parkway Recommendation of Staff: Approval, subject to a site plan and conditions Recommendation of CPC: Approval for a three-year-period, subject to site plan and conditions Z234-164(JG)/Z-25-000123 *In alignment with ForwardDallas.

The City Council is considering a public hearing for a new Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow the sale of alcoholic beverages in conjunction with a general merchandise or food store exceeding 3,500 square feet. The property is zoned CR Community Retail District and is located at the north corner of Lovett Avenue and Military Parkway. The proposed store space for alcohol sales is approximately 3,700 square feet.

Staff recommends approval, subject to a site plan and conditions. The City Plan Commission (CPC) recommended approval for a three-year period, with a condition limiting the floor area to 3,700 square feet. The CPC vote was 14-0 in favor. The application aligns with the ForwardDallas! 2.0 Comprehensive Plan. No churches, schools, or hospitals are located within the required separation distance for alcohol sales. The property is in an area designated as an "H" on the Market Value Analysis map, indicating a weaker market.