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RESOLUTION NO. 18-3074
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (PLN-18-00104), THEREBY ALLOWING AN
EXISTING RESTAURANT (QUICK TIME PIZZA) TO OPERATE WITH A TYPE 41 (ON
SALE BEER AND WINE – EATING PLACE) ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL
LICENSE LOCATED AT 8310 STEWART & GRAY ROAD AND ZONED C -1
(NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL)
THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The Planning Commission of the City of Downey does hereby find,
determine and declare that:
A. On June 29, 2018, an application was filed by Jose Rebaza (Quick Time Pizza),
requesting approval of a Conditional Use Permit (PLN-18-00104), to allow an
existing full service restaurant to operate under an ABC Type 41 license, on the
property located at 8310 Stewart & Gray Road, Downey, and zoned C -1
(Neighborhood Commercial); and,
B. Staff deemed the application incomplete on August 16, 2018. The Applicant
submitted the requested materials on September 5, 2018. Staff deemed the
application complete on October 1, 2018; and,
C. On October 4, 2018, notice of the pending public hearing was sent to all Downey
property owners within 500 feet of the subject site and the notice was published in
the Downey Patriot; and,
D. The Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on October 17,
2018 and after fully considering all oral and written testimony, facts, and opinions
offered at the aforesaid public hearing adopted this resolution.
SECTION 2. The Planning Commission further finds, determines and declares the
environmental impact of the proposed development has been reviewed and has been found to
be in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and is categorically
exempt from CEQA, pursuant to Guideline Section No. 15301 (Class 1), Existing Facilities.
SECTION 3. Having considered all of the oral and written evidence presented to it at
said public hearings, the Planning Commission further finds, determines and declares that:
A. That the request Conditional Use Permit will not adversely affect the intent and purpose
of this article or the City’s General Plan or the public convenience or general welfare of
persons residing or working in the neighborhood thereof. The project will not adversely
affect the intent and purpose of the Downey Municipal Code or the City’s General Plan.
Furthermore, the project should not provide a nuisance related to public convenience or
general welfare to any nearby persons. Rather, the project aims to diversify the amount
of goods and services available to nearby residents and patrons of city businesses. The
following policies are promoted by the proposed CUP:
Policy 1.1.4 – Provide an appropriate amount of land use for people to acquire goods
and services
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Downey Planning Commission
PLN-18-00104 – 8310 Stewart & Gray Rd.
October 17, 2018 - Page 2
The CUP promotes the above policy by introducing a new component that aims to
complement the existing restaurant that it will serve. This will not only continue to
provide, but will also expand, the type and amount of goods and services available to the
nearby community and general public.
B. That the requested use will not adversely affect the adjoining land uses and the growth
and development of the area in which it is proposed to be located . The proposed sale of
beer and wine is intended to complement the existing use (full service restaurant). The
proposed use is common within commercial areas and in close proximity to residential
areas. Staff views the use as a common practice among restaurants, and does not
anticipate adverse impacts as a result of approval. This is spec ifically because the main
use of the site will remain the same. Therefore, the request will not adversely affect the
nearby residential areas or adjacent commercial businesses, nor will it hinder the area’s
potential for future growth and development.
C. That the size and shape of the site proposed for the use is adequate to allow the full
development of the proposed use in a manner not detrimental to the particular area. The
request for the proposed scope of work does not include changes to the buildings squ are
footage, and the ancillary sale of beer and wine does not warrant a need for additional
accommodations to the site. The proposed work does not create alterations that would
restrict future permitted uses from occupying the site or an existing use locat ed within the
nearby area from altering their operations. In addition, the project is in full compliance
with the Downey Municipal Code. Therefore, the size and shape of the site proposed for
the use is adequate to allow the full development of the propose d use in a manner not
detrimental to the particular area.
D. That the traffic generated by the proposed use will not impose an undue burden upon the
streets and highways in the area. The addition of alcohol sales in conjunction with the
ongoing operation of an existing full service restaurant is not anticipated to generate
additional traffic. The proposed alcohol sales will serve as an ancillary component to the
existing business. Therefore, the existing transportation infrastructure that provides access
to and from the project site will remain adequate in supporting the type and quantity of
traffic generated by the existing use.
SECTION 4. Based upon the findings set forth in Sections 1 through 3 of this Resolution, the
Planning Commission of the City of Downey hereby approves PLN-18-00104, subject to the
Conditions of Approval attached hereto as Exhibit A – Conditions, which are necessary to
preserve the health, safety and general welfare of the community and enable the Planning
Commission to make the findings set forth in the previous sections. The conditions are fair and
reasonable for the accomplishment of these purposes .
SECTION 5. The Secretary shall certify the adoption of this Resolution.
(Signatures on next page)
Resolution No. 18-3074
Downey Planning Commission
PLN-18-00104 – 8310 Stewart & Gray Rd.
October 17, 2018 - Page 3
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 17th day of October 2018.
Originally signed by Patrick Owens
Patrick Owens, Chairman
City Planning Commission
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing is a true copy of a Resolution adopted by the Planning
Commission of the City of Downey at a regular meeting thereof held on the 17th day of October,
2018 , by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Duarte, Frometa, Dominguez and Owens
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: Flores
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: None
Originally signed by Mary Cavanagh
Mary Cavanagh, Secretary
City Planning Commission
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Downey Planning Commission
PLN-18-00104 – 8310 Stewart & Gray Rd.
October 17, 2018 - Page 4
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (PLN-18-00104)
PLANNING
1) The approval of Conditional Use Permit (PLN-18-00104) allows an existing restaurant
(Quick Time Pizza) to operate with a Type 41 (On Sale Beer and Wine – Eating Place)
ABC license for On-site and Off-site consumption, on property located at 8310 Stewart
and Gray Road.
2) Approval of this Conditional Use Permit shall not be c onstrued to mean any waiver of
applicable and appropriate zoning regulations, or any Federal, State, County, and City
laws and regulations. Unless otherwise expressly specified, all other requirements of the
City of Downey Municipal Code shall apply.
3) The City Planner is authorized to make minor modifications to the approved preliminary
plans or any of the conditions if such modifications shall achieve substantially the same
results as would strict compliance with said plans and conditions.
4) All conditions of approval set forth in this resolution shall be complied with before the
Conditional Use Permit becomes valid.
5) The Owner/Applicant agrees, as a condition of approval of this resolution, to indemnify,
defend and hold harmless, at Applicant's expense, Ci ty and City's agents, officers and
employees from and against any claim, action or proceeding commenced within the time
period provided in Government Code Section 66499.37 to attack, review, set aside, void
or annul the approval of this resolution, to chal lenge the determination made by City
under the California Environmental Quality Act or to challenge the reasonableness,
legality or validity of any condition attached hereto. City shall promptly notify Applicant of
any such claim, action or proceeding to which City receives notice, and City will
cooperate fully with Applicant in the defense thereof. Applicant shall reimburse the City
for any court costs and attorney's fees that the City may be required to pay as a result of
any such claim, action or proceed ing. City may, in its sole discretion, participate in the
defense of any such claim, action or proceeding, but such participation shall not relieve
Applicant of the obligations of this condition.
6) Prior to November 1, 2018 the applicant and the property owner shall sign an affidavit of
Acceptance of Conditions, as provided by the City of Downey.
7) The permitted hours of operation shall be from 10:00 a.m. to 1 0:00 p.m. Monday –
Thursday, and 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m . Friday – Sunday.
8) Customers shall not be within the business after the specified closing time.
9) There shall be no live entertainment within the business at any time.
10) The sale of alcohol shall be incidental to the sale of food.
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11) The gross sales of alcohol shall not exceed the gross sales of food. At the request of the
Director of Community Development, the applicant shall provide evidence that the gross
sales of food exceed the gross sale of alcohol.
12) The kitchen shall remain open to serve a full menu at all times the business is open. The
service/sale of prepackaged foods, salads, or sandwiches is not considered to be in
compliance with this condition.
13) Noise generated from the business shall comply with Municipal Code Section 4600 et.
seq. In any case, noise shall not exceed 65 dBA, as measured at the property line.
14) The rear door shall only be accessible to employees (unless required for an emergency),
and must remain shut when not in use.
15) All signs shall comply with the requirements set for th in the Downey Municipal Code and
shall require separate permits.
16) All alcohol consumed on-site shall only be consumed within the approved dining area.
17) Alcohol sold for off-site consumption, whether through takeout or delivery, can only be
sold as a package of 6 individually sealed containers of beer (not to exceed 12 fl. oz. per
container) or one individually sealed bottle of wine (not to exceed 750 mL).
18) Alcohol sales made via delivery can only be sold and surrendered to individuals over the
age of 21 (as would be if sold for dine in or take out). It shall be the responsibility of the
employee delivering the order to verify the age of the individuals purchasing and
receiving delivery.
BUILDING
19) All construction shall comply with the most recent version of the California Building Code,
as adopted by the City of Downey.
20) Prior to the commencement of any construction, the applicant shall obtain all required
permits. Once permits are issued, the applicant shall obtain all necessary inspections
and permit final prior to occupancy of the business.
POLICE
21) Prior to selling alcoholic beverages , the owner/applicant shall obtain any and all required
Police Department permits for this Conditional Use Permit.
22) The business owner shall consent to and provide access to all areas of the subject
premises without charge during normal business hours to any Police Department or City
Official for purposes of verifying compliance with any of the Conditions of Approval of this
approval, as well as with any Police Permit and approved Security Plan.
23) Signs shall be posted at all entrances to the premises and business identifying a zero -
tolerance policy for nuisance behavior at the premises (including the parking lot). Signs
shall be posted along the exterior patio and shall also include verbiage prohibiting the
possession and consumption of alcohol outside the premises.
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24) The owner/applicant shall not permit any loitering in front of the business.
25) A copy of this conditional use permit and any Police permit shall be prominently posted
on the premises at all times. The applicant s hall make available said copies upon
request by any Police Officer or other City official charged with the enforcement of the
City’s laws, ordinances, or regulations.
26) The Licensee shall be responsible for monitoring the business to prevent anyone under
the age of 21 from purchasing or consuming alcohol.
27) The owner/applicant shall comply with and strictly adhere to all conditions of any permit
issued by the Alcohol Beverage Control (“ABC”) to the applicant and any applicable
regulations of ABC.
28) The restaurant shall not charge patrons a cover charge at any time.
29) Upon the determination by the Chief of Police that the operation of the business requires
on-site security, the applicant shall submit and obtain approval of a security plan to the
Chief of Police. The number of security guards shall be determined by the Chief of
Police and may be increased or decreased as the Chief of Police determines is
necessary. The initial security plan shall be submitted to the Police Department within
fourteen (14) days of being requested. Should the Police Department request any
additional information or modifications, the business owner/permittee shall submit said
revisions within forty-eight (48) hours of notification.
FIRE
30) Obtain all necessary permits prior to the commencement of any construction.
31) Provide the City of Downey Fire Department with a floor plan, schedule and
specifications of all equipment.
PUBLIC WORKS
32) The owner/applicant shall obtain all necessary plan approvals and permits
33) If any hazardous material is encountered on the site that has the potential to reach the
ground water supply, the owner/applicant shall secure a permit for the State Regional
Water Quality Control Board
34) The owner/applicant must comply with all applicable Federal, State and local rules and
regulations, American Disabilities Act (ADA), including compliance with South Coast Air
Quality Management District (SCAQMD) regulations.
END OF CONDITIONS