AGENDA CAPTION:
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CUP-26-51 (The Vault & Sake) Hold a public hearing and consider a request by Newton Gang Getaway, LLC, on behalf of The Vault & Sake, for renewal of a Conditional Use Permit to allow on premise consumption of Mixed Beverages, located at 100 West Hopkins Street. (C. Garrison)
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Meeting date: September 22, 2026
Department: Planning and Development Services
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Background Information:
There have been no major Code Enforcement violations since the January 2026.
The Vault and Sake has held a “Restaurant (Eating Establishment)” Conditional Use Permit (CUP) since 2009. In accordance with the Development Code, a “Restaurant (Eating Establishment)” located within the Central Business Area (CBA) must meet certain standards related to kitchen equipment, meal periods, advertisement, and cleanliness outlined in Section 5.1.5.5.B.4.b.
2009: The business submitted a Restaurant CUP which was approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission for one year, with conditions.
2009-2022: The business has been through multiple administrative renewals of the CUP along with renewals at the Commission level.
2022: The renewal of the Restaurant CUP was approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission for three years with conditions. This permit expired May 24, 2025.
August 2025: The renewal of the Restaurant CUP was approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission for six months. The six-month approval was to allow the business to come into compliance with the Development Code’s Downtown CBA Restaurant Requirements.
January 2026: The renewal of the Restaurant CUP was approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission for six months.
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Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval with the following conditions:
1. This permit shall be valid for three (3) years, and shall expire September 22, 2029, provided standards are met;
2. The business shall be responsible for the subject property and the abutting right-of-way, excluding the public street or alley pavement, within 50 feet of any entrance and exit in a clean and sanitary condition, free from litter and refuse at all times. The maintenance responsibilities shall not overlap with another alcohol CUP Holder’s maintenance area. (LDC Section 5.1.5.5.E.2.c);
3. The number of people occupying the building is required to remain compliant with the fire code, to include ensuring that occupant loads stay at or below posted levels list; and
4. This permit shall be posted in the same area and manner as the Certificate of Occupancy.