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9 Howard Robinson & Associates ATTACHMENT A Entitlement Request(s): Address: Applicant: Conditional Use Permit S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA LA-FIG Property Owner, LLC Requested Entitlements Pursuant to L.A.M.C. Section W.1, the Applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit (CUB) to allow the continued sale and dispensing of a full line of alcoholic beverages for on-site consumption in conjunction with a new 3,167 sq. ft. restaurant, a new 362 sq. ft. outdoor dining area, an existing pool area, indoor event space, and lobby lounge area with a total of 715 seats all within an existing 114,415 sq. ft., 13-story, 268-room hotel in the C2-4D Zone. Hours of operation proposed from 6AM - 4AM, daily. Project Description The Applicant, LA-FIG Property Owner, LLC, is seeking approval of a CUB to permit the on-site sale and dispensing of alcohol, in conjunction with the operation of an existing 114,053 sq. ft. hotel, Hotel Figueroa. Hotel Figueroa is a 13-story, 268-room existing hotel. The hotel has a long history in Los Angeles, being in operation at this location for nearly 100 years. Regarding alcohol service, per Case No. ZAI B (Aug. 13, 1981), "the entire premises were originally licensed for 'on-sale, generaleating place' purposes (Type 47) in 1954" and "there has been continuous licensing of various types on the subject property to date." Finding 2 of the referenced Case goes on to state, "As provided for in Sec F and G of the Municipal Code, any property being lawfully used for this purpose on March 1, 1977 and not discontinued for a continuous period of one year, will be considered a deem-to-be-approved conditional use and such a business can be continued..." Hotel Figueroa continued to operate under this grant until recent renovations resulting in the addition of new floor area necessitated the need for review by the Los Angeles Dept. of City Planning (LADCP), as, per the above referenced Case, the site is "subject to review and approval of plans by a Zoning Administrator for any additions or alterations to the building or new buildings which would constitute expansion of the use on the site." Hotel Figueroa underwent extensive renovations within recent years which completely remodeled the interior of the hotel. Along with these cosmetic revisions to the existing hotel, a new 3,167 sq. ft. restaurant/bar, "Rick's Place", was constructed at the rear of the property, adjacent to the hotel pool. In addition to Rick's Place, a new 362 sq. ft. front outdoor dining area 8758 Venice Boulevard, Suite 101, Los Angeles, CA Howard@HowardRobinson.net

10 was created (located entirely on the subject site, with no encroachment into the public right-ofway), which expanded the dining area of an already existing hotel restaurant. As such, the Applicant has submitted the subject application in order to permit the expansion of alcohol service area within the hotel to these recent additions. The following table breaks down existing and proposed alcohol service areas: Table of Existing and New Alcohol Service Area Existing Areas Room Name Level Area (Sq. Ft.) Seat Count Main Lobby Ground 3, Front Entry Lobby Ground Lobby Restaurant Ground Lobby Bar Ground Rabbat Event Space Ground 2, Veranda Bar Area Ground 1, Veranda Bar Ground Pool Deck Ground 2, Mezzanine Bar Area Mezzanine/Second Mezzanine Bar Mezzanine/Second Unit 25 Dining Room Mezzanine/Second Private Deck Mezzanine/Second 1, Tangier's Bar Area Lower 2, Tangier's Bar Lower Total Existing 16, New Areas Room Name Level Area (Sq. Ft.) Seat Count Rick's Place Bar Area Ground 1, Rick's Place Bar Area Ground Front Outdoor Dining Area Ground Rick's Place Seating Mezzanine/Second Total New 2, Grand Total 18, Percent New Floor Area 12% Percent New Seats 12% In addition to the Alcohol Service areas and seating listed above, four (4) portable bars will be available for private events. Portable bars are standard components of hotel operations.

11 Project Location and Zoning Subject Site, Figueroa St., outlined in Red. Rectangular in shape, the Project Site is located at Figueroa St., within the Central City Community Plan area of the City of Los Angeles. The Hotel property is comprised of one lot with Assessor Parcel Number (APN) Across the rear alley (Cottage Pl.) is an off-site parking lot which provides parking for the recent additions (see Permit No ). Both the Hotel property and off-site parking lot are outlined in red in the image above. The property is zoned C2-4D and maintains a General Plan Land Use Designation of Regional Center Commercial Lot Area The subject property is approximately 23,568.4 sq. ft. in area (per ZIMAS). Parking All recent additions discussed in this case, specifically Rick's Place and the outdoor patio dining area, are fully parked. Per Building Permit No , the 18 new parking spaces were required for the additions. The Applicant provided 35 spaces (31 standard, 2 compact, and 2 disabled spaces). Therefore, there are 17 extra parking spaces available. Transit The Project is located in close proximity to many bus transit lines, DASH services, and is located approximately 1,300 ft. from the 7th Street/Metro Center Station and approximately 2,000 ft. from Pico Station. The 7th Street/Metro Center Station serves as the nexus for the majority of the region's rail lines, including the Purple and Red Lines, thereby linking the Project Site to

12 several of the region's most popular tourist/visitor-serving areas, including Santa Monica, Hollywood, Downtown LA, and beyond. Streets and Circulation The Project Site fronts entirely along Figueroa St., with rear access via Cottage Place. The property is located close to the intersection of Figueroa St. and Olympic Boulevard. Figueroa St. Adjoining the property on the east is a designated Modified Avenue I, with a half right-of-way width of 50 ft. and a designated half roadway width of 36.5 feet. Cottage Place Adjoining the property to the west is a designated Local Street -Standard, with a half right-of-way width of 30 ft. and a designated half roadway width of 18 feet. Surrounding Properties North: Commercial structures, zoned C2-4D. South: Los Angeles Sports and Entertainment District (LASED). East: Commercial structures, zoned C2-4D-SN. West: Commercial structures and surface parking, zoned C2-4D. Background As noted above, Hotel Figueroa is a 13-story, 268-room existing hotel. The Hotel has been in operation at this location for nearly a century. Throughout this period, the Hotel has continuously offered alcoholic beverages for on-site sale and consumption by patrons. In 1981, the City issued Zoning Administrator Interpretation Case No. ZAI B (Aug. 13, 1981) related to the status of alcoholic beverage service at the subject Site. In said ZAI it states, "In the matter of the application of Hotel Figueroa... for interpretation of the zoning status of an existing bar in the C5-4 Zone to sell alcoholic beverages for on-site consumption... the Administrator determines that the site described as Lot A, Tract 398 and located at 939 South Figueroa, has the status of an approved conditional use site for the sale of alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises." The ZAI goes on to state within the Findings of Fact that, "the entire premises were originally licensed for 'on-sale, general-eating place' purposes (Type 47) in 1954" and "there has been continuous licensing of various types on the subject property to date." Finding 2 of the referenced Case goes on to state, "As provided for in Sec F and G of the Municipal Code, any property being lawfully used for this purpose on March 1, 1977 and not discontinued for a continuous period of one year, will be considered a deem-to-be-approved conditional use and such a business can be continued, subject to review and approval of plans by a Zoning Administrator for

13 any additions or alterations to the building or new buildings which would constitute expansion of the use on the site." As such, the Applicant has submitted the subject application in order to obtain approval of plans to allow for the expansion of alcoholic beverage service to the recently added outdoor patio dining area and Rick's Place. These two (2) new areas together constitute a 12% increase in alcoholic beverage service area within the Hotel. Required Findings for a General Conditional Use Permit 1) That the project will enhance the built environment in the surrounding neighborhood or will perform a function or provide a service that is essential or beneficial to the community, city, or region. The Applicant is seeking approval of a CUB to permit the on-site sale and dispensing of alcohol, in conjunction with the operation of an existing 114,053 sq. ft. hotel, Hotel Figueroa. Regarding alcohol service, per Case No. ZAI B (Aug. 13, 1981), "the entire premises were originally licensed for 'on-sale, general-eating place' purposes (Type 47) in 1954" and "there has been continuous licensing of various types on the subject property to date." Hotel Figueroa continued to operate under this grant until recent renovations resulting in the addition of new floor area necessitated the need for review by the Los Angeles Dept. of City Planning (LADCP), as, per the above referenced Case, the site is "subject to review and approval of plans by a Zoning Administrator for any additions or alterations to the building or new buildings which would constitute expansion of the use on the site." Approving the requested CUB to expand alcoholic beverage service to the recent additions will enhance the built environment in the surrounding neighborhood and will provide a service that is beneficial to the community, city and region. The issuance of a CUB to allow for the expansion of Alcohol Service areas within the Hotel will enhance the services that the Hotel provides the community by enhancing visitor-serving uses, a stated goal within the Community Plan. As noted earlier, the proposed expansion constitutes a 12% increase in Alcohol Service area within the existing Hotel. Hotel operations will take place 24 hours, daily. Alcohol service hours will be from 6AM - 4AM, daily (excluding in-room minibars, which are accessible at all times). Securing a CUB for the Project is an appropriate way to help further the goals of the Community Plan. The Site's close proximity to LA Live and the Los Angeles Convention Center provides an opportunity to enhance the services provided to the many visitors to the area, which further enhances the area's development and integration into the greater Downtown area of Los Angeles, the traditional heart of the City and region's cultural, civic, and entertainment uses.

14 2) That the Project s location, size, height, operations and other significant features are compatible with and do not adversely affect or further degrade adjacent properties, the surrounding neighborhood, or the public health, welfare, and safety. No adverse impacts or degradation to adjacent properties, the surrounding neighborhood, nor to public health, welfare, or safety are anticipated as a result of the subject request. The sale of alcohol for on-site consumption is an expected amenity at most hotels and restaurants. The Project Site is located within an active, vibrant commercial area, as well as an Enterprise Zone (EZ). The sale of alcohol contributes to the overall financial success of many different uses, including hotels and restaurants. Furthermore, hotel uses are desirable to the public convenience and welfare as such uses are intended to serve visitors to the nearby LA Live and Los Angeles Convention Center, as well as the many office, institutional, and governmental uses located in Downtown Los Angeles. Successful hotels contribute to the overall success of the surrounding community for several decades - which positively impacts property values in the area as well as the local economy. Therefore, the sale of alcohol for on-site consumption will not adversely affect or further degrade adjacent properties, the surrounding neighborhood, or the public health, welfare, and safety; indeed, it will instead be advantageous to the immediate neighborhood. Finally, in order to guarantee that there will not be any deleterious impact to the immediate neighborhood, the City of Los Angeles and State of California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control independently retain the authority to revoke permits which allow the sale of alcoholic beverages at the site. 3) The Project is in substantial conformance with the purposes, intent, and provisions of the general plan, applicable community plan, and any specific plan The proposed Project substantially conforms with the purpose, intent and provisions of the General Plan and is consistent with the several goals of the Central City Community Plan. The subject Site is not within any specific plan area. For example, the Central City Community Plan states that: Policy 2-1.2: To maintain a safe, clean, attractive and lively environment. Policy 2-2.3: Support the growth of neighborhoods with small, local retail services. Objective 2-3: To promote land uses in Central City that will address the needs of all the visitors to Downtown for business, conventions, trade shows and tourism. Policy 2-3.1: Support the development of a hotel and entertainment district surrounding the Convention Center/Stapes Arena with linkages to other areas of Central City and the Figueroa corridor. Objective 2-4: To encourage a mix of uses which create an active, 24-hour downtown environment for current residents and which would also foster increased tourism.

15 Policy 2-4.1: Promote night life activity by encouraging restaurants, pubs, night clubs, small theaters and other specialty uses to reinforce existing pockets of activity. The requested CUB to allow for the expansion of Alcoholic Beverage Service areas within Hotel Figueroa helps achieve the above goals and objectives of the Community Plan by reinforcing and enhancing the visitor-serving nature of the Hotel, and the area in general. Approval of the requested CUB for alcohol use for the proposed hotel will promote the attractiveness and long-term viability of Hotel Figueroa and contribute, in turn, to the longterm success of the Downtown s revitalization efforts. Additional Findings 4) Explain how the proposed use will not adversely affect the welfare of the pertinent community. Approval of the requested Conditional Use further enhances the economic viability and visitor-serving nature of the existing Hotel. The Project Site is located within a vibrant and growing neighborhood, close to major regional attractions, such as LA Live and the Los Angeles Convention Center. Approval will not adversely affect the welfare of the pertinent community as the use helps to revitalize the area for day and night uses, a goal outlined in the Community Plan, as noted above. Additionally, the Hotel is located within an already established regional commercial center. The availability of alcoholic beverages within a hotel is an expected part of the traveling experience expected by visitors. Food and beverage offerings in a hotel, including lounges, restaurants, in-room mini-bars, etc. are basic amenities for travelers and convention-goers. The service of alcohol will be completely on-site. Community residents and visitors, along with Hotel guests, are able to enjoy the eating and dining establishments within the Hotel. Therefore, the proposed use will not adversely affect the welfare of the pertinent community. 5) Explain how the approval of the application will not result in or contribute to an undue concentration of such establishments. The Applicant is has submitted the subject application in order to approve the addition of approximately 3,529 sq. ft. of new restaurant and bar area with on-site sales and dispensing of a full-line of alcoholic beverages, in conjunction with the operation of an existing, 13-story, 268-room hotel already permitted for alcoholic beverage service and possessing an existing State license. Due to the Regional Center Commercial, high density character of the area, the proposed expansion should not result in or contribute to an undue concentration of alcoholserving establishments. The area has seen a recent increase in population (both residents and visitors) due to new development projects, such as Metropolis, which have similarly

16 generated in increase in the number of restaurants, bars, and other alcohol-serving uses as necessary to serve this increased population. Over-concentration can be undue when the addition of a license will negatively impact a neighborhood. Over-concentration is not undue when the approval of a license does not negatively impact an area, but rather said license benefits the public welfare and convenience. The subject application will not adversely affect the community welfare because the hotel and ancillary uses are highly desirable for the economic health of nearby entertainment uses. The physical presence and 24-hour nature of the Hotel, including sidewalk dining, enhance the public welfare and safety, ensuring a comfortable pedestrian experience. 6) Explain how the approval of the application will not detrimentally affect nearby Residential zones or uses. While the Project Site is within proximity to nearby sensitive uses (a list of which has been submitted as part of this application), the Site does not directly adjoin these sensitive uses and service of alcoholic beverages is ancillary to the primary hotel use. The Project Site is located within a developed commercial area and will not detrimentally affect the neighboring commercial uses. To the north of the Project Site, the properties are mostly zoned C2-4D and are developed with various commercial, office, and multi-family residential uses. The Site is located in the South Park area of Downtown Los Angeles. This community has been, and continues to be, one of the fastest growing areas of the City. Indeed, the Community Plan acknowledges the need for hotels to serve visitors to the area, drawn by regional attractions such as LA Live and the Los Angeles Convention Center. It is well established that alcoholic beverage service is an expected amenity for hotels and restaurants and is thereby necessary for the hotel use to be competitive in the market. As such, approval of the subject application will enhance the hotel use's economic viability, which in turn will positively contribute to the continued revitalization of the area. Questions Regarding the Physical Development of the Site a. What is the total square footage of the building or center the establishment is located in? The combined floor area of the hotel totals 114,415 square feet. b. What is the square footage of the space the establishment will occupy? Same as above. The Site is improved with a 114,415 sq. ft. hotel. c. What is the total occupancy load of the space as determined by the Fire Department? TBD d. What is the total number of seats that will be provided indoors?

17 628 (68 of which are new seats). e. If there is an outdoor area, is it on private property or the public right-of-way or both? All outdoor dining is located on private property. There are a total of 87 outdoor dining seats, including 24 new. f. If an outdoor area is on the public right-of-way, has a revocable permit been obtained? N/A g. Are you adding floor area? All additions have already been constructed with valid building permits. The subject request is to expand alcohol service to these areas. h. Parking: I. How many parking spaces are available on the site? II. III. IV. All parking for the recent additions is provide off-site on a parking lot adjacent to the property, to the rear of the Site across Cottage Place. Eighteen (18) spaces were required and 35 spaces were provided. Are they shared or designated for the subject use? Designated for the subject use. If you are adding floor area, what is the parking requirement as determined by the Department of Building & Safety? The Project is located within the Exception Downtown Business District reduced parking area (LAMC Sec A.4.(i) and is required to provided parking at a rate of 1 space for every 1,000 sq. ft. of floor area for any commercial uses (including bar and restaurant uses). Have any arrangements been made to provide parking off-site? Yes, as outlined in Building Permit No , 18 spaces were required for the subject additions and 35 spaces were provided. 1. If yes, is the parking secured via a private lease or a covenant/affidavit approved by the Department of Building & Safety? An affidavit was recorded to provide 18 parking spaces for the Hotel. See Use of Land Permit No Please provide a map showing the location of the off-site parking and the distance, in feet, for pedestrian travel between the parking area and the use it is to serve. See plot plans attached to Building Permit No ,

18 which was submitted along with the subject application. 3. Will valet service be available? Yes, valet is available for the Hotel. 4. Will the service be for a charge? Free for hotel guests. V. Is the site within 1,000 feet of any schools (public, private or nursery schools), churches or parks? Residential Uses: Six (6) Multi-family structures, three (3) condominiums. Salvation Army (832 W. 9th St.) Grand/Hope Park (919 S. Grand Ave.) Keck Medicine of USC: Ambulatory Care Center (830 S. Flower St.) Reliant Urgent Care (814 S. Francisco St.) Questions Regarding The Operation Of The Establishment a. What are the proposed hours of operation and which days of the week will the establishments be open? What are the proposed hours of alcohol sales? The Hotel will operate 24 hours, daily. Alcohol services will be from 6AM - 4AM, daily (excluding in-room minibars). b. Will there be entertainment such as a piano bar, dancing, live entertainment, movies, karaoke, video game machines, etc? Please specify. (An establishment that allows for dancing needs a conditional use pursuant to W. 18.) No entertainment uses, other than those incidental to the operation of a hotel, will take place. c. Will there be a minimum age requirement for entry? If yes, what is the minimum age requirement and how will it be enforced? The hotel allows for patrons of all ages. Alcoholic beverage-related operations, however, will be in accordance with the rules and regulations of the ABC, including minimum age restrictions for service. d. Will there be any accessory retail uses on the site? What will be sold? No. e. Security I. How many employees will you have on site at any given time? The hotel runs an average of three (3) shifts per day per department: Morning, PM, and Overnight. There are some variations (such as mid-shift

19 II. III. f. Alcohol schedules and swing shifts), depending on need. All total, approximately 107 employees are on site at a given time. Will security guards be provided on-site? The hotel provides eleven (11) security officers, one (1) supervisor, one (1) manager, for a total of 13 security personnel. 1. If yes, how many and when? As noted above, 13 security personnel. Security operate under three shifts, with two officers on at all times. Shifts are staggered 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM, 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM, and 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM. Has LAPD issued any citations or violations? We are aware of no citations of violations. I. Will there be beer & wine only, or a full-line of alcoholic beverages? II. III. IV. A full-line of alcoholic beverages. Will fortified wine (greater than 16% alcohol) be sold? As noted above, the Applicant requests approval for a full line of alcoholic beverages, which includes the option to serve "fortified" wine (such as sake, soju, etc.). Will alcohol be allowed to be consumed on any adjacent property under the control of the applicant? No. V. Food Will there be signs visible from the exterior that advertise the availability of alcohol? No. Signage for the various establishments generally consists of business identification signs which could include language referring to the sale of alcohol (e.g. Bar and Grill, Lounge ). i. Will there be a kitchen on the site? ii.. iii.. The hotel has kitchen facilities on-site. Will alcohol be sold without a food order? The existing hotel offers in-room alcohol cabinets, already approved as part of their existing entitlement. Will the sale of alcohol exceed the sale of food items on a quarterly basis?

20 VI. iv. On-Site Unknown. Provide a copy of the menu if food is to be served. Menus are provided. i. Will a bar or cocktail lounge be maintained incidental to a restaurant? ii. iii. The hotel contains various restaurant and bar uses. The proposed expansion of alcoholic beverage service area totals 2,224 sq. ft. of bar and restaurant floor area. If yes, the floor plans must show the details of the cocktail lounge and the separation between the dining and lounge facilities. Floor plans detailing any cocktail lounge and separation between the dining and lounge facilities will be provided. Will off-site sales of alcohol be provided accessory to on-site sales ( Take-Out )? No. If yes, a request for off-site sales of alcohol is required as well. Will discounted alcoholic drinks ( Happy Hour ) be offered at any time? No. CALDERA BILL a. Is this application a request for on-site or off-site sales of alcoholic beverages? On-Site sales of alcoholic beverages are requested. 1. If yes, is the establishment a bona-fide eating place (restaurant) or hotel/motel? A hotel. b. If ABC has determined that an eligible use is in an area of high crime or undue concentration of licenses, the City Council will need to make the finding that the issuance of the license is required for public convenience or necessity.

21 939 Figueroa St Site Photos 1. View of front of building along S Figueroa St. 2. Outdoor dining area seen from S Figueroa St. 939 Figueroa St Los Angeles, CA Howard Robinson & Associates 8758 Venice Blvd., Suite 101 Los Angeles, CA 90034

22 Hotel Figueroa - Site Photos for CUB Application 3. Building entrance seen from across S Figueroa St. 4. North side of building and adjacent parking lot seen from across S Figueroa St. 939 Figueroa St 2 Howard Robinson & Associates Los Angeles, CA Venice Blvd., Suite 101 Los Angeles, CA 90034

23 Hotel Figueroa - Site Photos for CUB Application 5. Entire north side of building seen from S Figueroa St and W 9 th St intersection. 6. West-facing rear of building seen from parking exit alley. 939 Figueroa St 3 Howard Robinson & Associates Los Angeles, CA Venice Blvd., Suite 101 Los Angeles, CA 90034

24 Hotel Figueroa - Site Photos for CUB Application 7. Additional view of rear of building from adjacent car wash. 8. South side of building seen from across W Olympic Blvd. 939 Figueroa St Los Angeles, CA Howard Robinson & Associates 8758 Venice Blvd., Suite 101 Los Angeles, CA 90034

25 Hotel Figueroa - Site Photos for CUB Application 9. Buildings opposite east-facing front of building along S Figueroa St. 10. Facing west down W Olympic Blvd including side of adjacent car wash. 939 Figueroa St Los Angeles, CA Howard Robinson & Associates 8758 Venice Blvd., Suite 101 Los Angeles, CA 90034

26 Hotel Figueroa - Site Photos for CUB Application 11. Facing north down opposite side of S Figueroa St across from building. 12. Facing south down S Figueroa St from W 9 th St. 939 Figueroa St 6 Howard Robinson & Associates Los Angeles, CA Venice Blvd., Suite 101 Los Angeles, CA 90034

27 Hotel Figueroa - Site Photos for CUB Application 13. Parking at rear of site. 14. Alley at rear of site facing towards W Olympic Blvd. 939 Figueroa St 7 Howard Robinson & Associates Los Angeles, CA Venice Blvd., Suite 101 Los Angeles, CA 90034

28 Hotel Figueroa - Site Photos for CUB Application Lobby restaurant seating Outdoor seating at front of site 939 Figueroa St Los Angeles, CA Howard Robinson & Associates 8758 Venice Blvd., Suite 101 Los Angeles, CA 90034

29 Hotel Figueroa - Site Photos for CUB Application Main Lobby seating with view of Restaurant Bar Veranda Bar seating 939 Figueroa St Los Angeles, CA Howard Robinson & Associates 8758 Venice Blvd., Suite 101 Los Angeles, CA 90034

30 Hotel Figueroa - Site Photos for CUB Application Rick s Place Bar first floor. Rick s Place Bar second floor. 939 Figueroa St 10 Howard Robinson & Associates Los Angeles, CA Venice Blvd., Suite 101 Los Angeles, CA 90034

31 Hotel Figueroa - Site Photos for CUB Application Pool and Pool Deck. Mezzanine Bar. 939 Figueroa St Los Angeles, CA Howard Robinson & Associates 8758 Venice Blvd., Suite 101 Los Angeles, CA 90034

32 Photo Index Map Hotel Figueroa Fig uer oa St. Site Outlined in Red Olympic Blvd. North

33 SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALCOHOL (CUB) & ADULT ENTERTAINMENT ESTABLISHMENTS (CUX) LAMC W.1 & W.18 City of Los Angeles Department of City Planning The Special Instructions for Alcohol (CUB) & Adult Entertainment Establishments is a required attachment to the MASTER LAND USE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS (CP-7810). Only utilize this form when filing for a conditional use permit pursuant to LAMC Section W.1 for alcohol establishments or pursuant to W.18 for adult entertainment establishments. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS/FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL OF A CUB or CUX: For a CUB or CUX request to be considered, the following additional information and findings must be provided. 1. RADIUS MAP REQUIREMENTS. In addition to the Public Noticing requirements detailed in the Master Land Use Application Instructions (CP-7810): Radius Maps for alcohol uses must show land use to a 600-foot radius. A LIST OF ALCOHOL ESTABLISHMENTS between 600 and 1,000 feet of the site is required. Include in the list the type of license and address. A LIST OF THE FOLLOWING USES within 600 feet is also required: (1) residential uses and type (single-family, apartment, hotel, etc.); (2) churches; (3) schools, including nursery schools and child-care facilities; (4) hospitals; (5) parks, public playgrounds and recreational areas; and (6) establishments dispensing, for consideration, alcoholic beverages for consumption on or off premises. 2. FINDINGS (on a separate sheet) a. General Conditional Use See Attachment A and Findings i. That the project will enhance the built environment in the surrounding neighborhood or will perform a function or provide a service that is essential or beneficial to the community, city, or region. ii. That the project s location, size, height, operations and other significant features will be compatible with and will not adversely affect or further degrade adjacent properties, the surrounding neighborhood, or the public health, welfare, and safety. iii. That the project substantially conforms with the purpose, intent and provisions of the General Plan, the applicable community plan, and any applicable specific plan. b. Additional Findings i. Explain how the proposed use will not adversely affect the welfare of the pertinent community. ii. Explain how the approval of the application will not result in or contribute to an undue concentration of such establishments. iii. Explain how the approval of the application will not detrimentally affect nearby residential zones or uses. CP-7773 (04/24/12) Page 1 of 4

34 3. QUESTIONS REGARDING THE PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE SITE See Attachment A and Findings a. What is the total square footage of the building or center the establishment is located in? b. What is the total square footage of the space the establishment will occupy? c. What is the total occupancy load of the space as determined by the Fire Department? d. What is the total number of seats that will be provided indoors? Outdoors? e. If there is an outdoor area, will there be an option to consume alcohol outdoors? f. If there is an outdoor area, is it on private property or the public right-of-way, or both? i. If an outdoor area is on the public right-of-way, has a revocable permit been obtained? g. Are you adding floor area? If yes, how much is enclosed? Outdoors? h. Parking i. How many parking spaces are available on the site? ii. Are they shared or designated for the subject use? iii. If you are adding floor area, what is the parking requirement as determined by the Department of Building & Safety? iv. Have any arrangements been made to provide parking off-site? 1. If yes, is the parking secured via a private lease or a covenant/affidavit approved by the Department of Building & Safety? Note: Required parking must be secured via a covenant pursuant to LAMC E 5. A private lease is only permitted by a Zone Variance. 2. Please provide a map showing the location of the off-site parking and the distance, in feet, for pedestrian travel between the parking area the use it is to serve. 3. Will valet service be available? Will the service be for a charge? i. Is the site within 1,000 feet of any schools (public, private or nursery schools), churches or parks? j. For massage parlors and sexual encounter establishments, is the site within 1,000 feet of any other Adult Entertainment Businesses as defined by LAMC B17? 4. QUESTIONS REGARDING THE OPERATION OF THE ESTABLISHMENT a. What are the proposed hours of operation and which days of the week will the establishment be open? Proposed Hours of Operation Proposed Hours of Alcohol Sale M Tu W Th F Sa Su CP-7773 (04/24/12) Page 2 of 4

35 b. Will there be entertainment such as a piano bar, dancing, live entertainment, movies, karaoke, video game machines, etc? Please specify: Note: An establishment that allows for dancing needs a conditional use pursuant to W.18. c. Will there be minimum age requirements for entry? If yes, what is the minimum age requirement and how will it be enforced? d. Will there be any accessory retail uses on the site? What will be sold? e. Security i. How many employees will you have on the site at any given time? ii. Will security guards be provided on-site? 1. If yes, how many and when? iii. Has LAPD issued any citations or violations? If yes, please provide copies. f. Alcohol i. Will there be beer & wine only, or a full-line of alcoholic beverages available? ii. Will fortified wine (greater than 16% alcohol) be sold? iii. Will alcohol be consumed on any adjacent property under the control of the applicant? iv. Will there be signs visible from the exterior that advertise the availability of alcohol? v. Food 1. Will there be a kitchen on the site? 2. Will alcohol be sold without a food order? 3. Will the sale of alcohol exceed the sale of food items on a quarterly basis? 4. Provide a copy of the menu if food is to be served. vi. On-Site 1. Will a bar or cocktail lounge be maintained incidental to a restaurant? a. If yes, the floor plans must show the details of the cocktail lounge and the separation between the dining and lounge facilities. 2. Will off-site sales of alcohol be provided accessory to on-site sales ( Take Out )? a. If yes, a request for off-site sales of alcohol is required as well. 3. Will discounted alcoholic drinks ( Happy Hour ) be offered at any time? CP-7773 (04/24/12) Page 3 of 4

36 vii. Off-Site 1. Will cups, glasses or other containers be sold which might be used for the consumption of alcohol on the premises? 2. Will beer or wine coolers be sold in single cans, or will wine be sold in containers less than 1 liter (750 ml)? viii. Contact the CA Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) regarding its requirements CALDERA BILL (CA Business and Professions Code Section and ) a. Is this application a request for on-site or off-site sales of alcoholic beverages? i. If yes, is the establishment a bona-fide eating place (restaurant) or hotel/motel? 1. If no, contact the CA Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) to determine whether the proposed site is located in an area whereby: a. issuance of a license to serve alcohol on-site or off-site would tend to create a law enforcement problem, or b. if issuance would result in, or add to an undue concentration of licenses. b. If ABC has determined that an eligible use is in an area of high crime or undue concentration of licenses, the City Council will need to make the finding that the issuance of the license is required for public convenience or necessity. 6. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER CUBs/CUXs. In addition to all requirements detailed in the Master Land Use Application Instructions (CP-7810), applications for Master CUBs/CUXs shall include: A separate sheet containing a table identifying all CUB or CUX requests on the subject site, indicating: the type of alcohol permit sought; the square footage of each particular restaurant, bar or event space; the identifying address or suite/unit number corresponding to each CUB/CUX request; and (if known) the tenant-operator of each alcohol or adult entertainment establishment. All CUB or CUX requests on the subject site clearly identified and labeled on the plot plan and applicable floor plans, indicating: each type of alcohol permit sought; the square footage of each particular restaurant, bar or event space; and the identifying address or suite/unit number corresponding to each CUB/CUX request. NOTE: Please consider submitting documents beyond the requirements outlined in this form. If there are other circumstances which may further a more complete understanding of the project, do not hesitate to submit such information. The documents submitted with the application and the public hearing constitute the primary opportunity to clarify and define the project. CP-7773 (04/24/12) Page 4 of 4

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46 PROJECT INFORMATION TRACT: BLOCK: LOT: ARB: ASSESSOR PARCEL NO: 939 S. Figueroa Street Los Angeles, CA TR 398 None LT A None ZONING DESIGNATION COMMUNITY PLAN AREA PRESENT USE PROPOSED USE LOT GROSS AREA TOTAL ALLOWABLE AREA TOTAL BUILDING AREA C2-4D Central City R-1, A-2, A-3, B, + S-2 R-1, A-2, A-3, B, + S-2 23,568 SQ FT 141,410 SQ FT (6:1 Factor) 114,053 SQ FT PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A Conditional Use Permit to allow the continued sale and dispensing of a full line of alcoholic beverages for on-site consumption in conjunction with a 3,167 sq. ft. addition of a new restaurant, a new 352 sq. ft. outdoor dining area, an existing outdoor pool area, indoor event space and lobby lounge area with a total of 715 seats all within an existing 114,415 sq.ft., 13-story, 268-room hotel in the C2-4D zone. Hours of operation proposed from 6am - 4am PROJECT AREA: Existing Building Area R-1 Occupancy area: A-2 Occupancy area: A-3 Occupancy area: B Occupancy area: S-2 Occupancy area: SITE ADDRESS: HOT EL FIGUER OA C UB SUBMIT T A L 939 S F IGUE R O A ST REET L O S A N G E L E S, C A (E) Bldg Total: New Rick's Place Bar -Building Area A-2 Occupancy area: S-2 Occupancy area: Total: New Front Outdoor Dining Area A-2 Occupancy area: (N) Bldg Total: Total Building Area: PARKING: 79,642 sqft 17,883 sqft 4,448 sqft 6,392 sqft 2,521 sqft 110,886 sqft 2,937 sqft 230 sqft 3,167 sqft 362 sqft 3,529 sqft 114,415 sqft Existing auto parking under permit 1949LA spaces provide off-site under permit REFER TO AREA CALCULATIONS + SEAT SUMMARY FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IMA GE S : S T U D IO C O L L E C T IV E 9 / 12/ 18 ROCK EFELLER K EMPEL ARCHITECTS TITLE SHEET 939 S FIGUEROA ST LOS ANGELES, CA 90015

47 AREA CALCULATIONS + SEAT SUMMARY LOWER LEVEL ROOM NAME AREA SEAT COUNT STAIR ELEVATOR LOBBY 744 SQ FT OFFICE AREA 993 SQ FT MECH ROOM 231 SQ FT WOMENS RESTROOM 328 SQ FT MENS RESTROOM 237 SQ FT TANGIERS BAR AREA 2,280 SQ FT 69 TANGIERS BAR 193 SQ FT 11 CORRIDOR 1,148 SQ FT STORAGE 38 SQ FT BEER + SODA STORAGE 53 SQ FT BEER KEG COOLER 145 SQ FT WINE STORAGE 79 SQ FT EMPLOYEE DINING 432 SQ FT DRY STORAGE 234 SQ FT F&B OFFICE 121 SQ FT TELEPHONE + IT ROOM 98 SQ FT CHEF'S OFFICE 54 SQ FT ELEC ROOM 165 SQ FT WALK-IN COOLER 178 SQ FT WALK-IN FREEZER 119 SQ FT BANQUET KITCHEN 852 SQ FT DISHWASHER 194 SQ FT LIQUOR STORAGE 60 SQ FT UNIFORM STORAGE 59 SQ FT CHINA STORAGE 56 SQ FT WOMENS RESTROOM 134 SQ FT MENS RESTROOM 129 SQ FT WOMENS LOCKER / DRESSING ROOM 183 SQ FT MENS LOCKER / DRESSING ROOM 153 SQ FT HOUSEKEEPING OFFICE 77 SQ FT LINEN STORAGE 92 SQ FT COOLED TRASH ROOM 59 SQ FT MECHANICAL ROOM 275 SQ FT ENGINEER OFFICE 95 SQFT AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH 110 SQ FT ALCOHOL USE SUBTOTAL 2,473 SQ FT 80 LOWER LEVEL SUBTOTAL 10,398 SQ FT GROUND LEVEL ROOM NAME AREA SEAT COUNT MAIN LOBBY 3,140 SQ FT 65 FRONT ENTRY LOBBY 466 SQ FT 5 LOBBY KITCHEN 506 SQ FT LOBBY RESTAURANT 772 SQ FT 51 LOBBY RESTAURANT BAR 387 SQ FT 16 FRONT OUTDOOR DINING AREA 362 SQ FT 20 FRONT DESK SUPPORT 59 SQ FT FIRE CONTROL 81 SQ FT STAIR / ELEVATOR LOBBY 724 SQ FT WOMENS RESTROOM 195 SQ FT MENS RESTROOM 173 SQ FT FRONT DESK MANAGER 132 SQ FT HR OFFICE 141 SQ FT LUGGAGE ROOM 76 SQ FT OFFICE 152 SQ FT DRY STORAGE 73 SQ FT KITCHEN PREP 189 SQ FT KITCHEN 76 SQ FT RABBAT EVENT SPACE 2,091 SQ FT 140* REAR ENTRANCE 477 SQ FT SERVICE CORRIDOR 637 SQ FT VERANDA BAR AREA 1,222 SQ FT 50 VERANDA BAR 220 SQ FT 12 KITCHEN PREP 102 SQ FT EXTERIOR WALKWAY 1,404 SQ FT REVISED EXTERIOR WALKWAY 1,121 SQ FT POOL DECK 2,810 SQ FT 62 RICK'S PLACE BAR AREA 1,211 SQ FT 21 RICK'S PLACE BAR 166 SQ FT 16 MENS RESTROOM 175 SQ FT WOMENS RESTROOM 173 SQ FT *ESTIMATE SEAT COUNT BASED ON 15 NET OCCUPANCY LOAD FACTOR ALCOHOL USE SUBTOTAL 12,847 SQ FT 458 GROUND LEVEL SUBTOTAL 19,513 SQ FT MEZZANINE + SECOND LEVEL ROOM NAME AREA SEAT COUNT OFFICES 804 SQ FT STAIR / ELEVATOR LOBBY 512 SQ FT MEZZ BAR AREA 697 SQ FT 18 MEZZ BAR 150 SQ FT 8 UNIT 25 DINING ROOM 380 SQ FT 10 PRIVATE DECK 1,638 SQ FT 110* RICK'S PLACE SEATING 485 SQ FT 31 STORAGE 154 SQ FT MACHINE ROOM 76 SQ FT *ESTIMATE SEAT COUNT BASED ON 15 NET OCCUPANCY LOAD FACTOR ALCOHOL USE SUBTOTAL 3,350 SQ FT 177 MEZZANINE + SECOND LEVEL SUBTOTAL 4,896 SQ FT IN-ROOM ALCOHOL ACCESS CABINETS ROOM NAME AREA SEAT COUNT GUEST ROOMS *268 MAX. UNITS WITH IN-ROOM ALCOHOL ACCESS CABINETS. IN-ROOM ALCOHOL ACCESS CABINETS SUBTOTAL *EXCLUDES B.O.H. + GENERAL AREAS PORTABLE BARS 79,642 SQ FT* 79,642 SQ FT* ROOM NAME QUANTITY SEAT COUNT N/A 4 PORTABLE BAR SUBTOTAL 4 TOTAL ALCOHOL USE AREA 18,670 SQ FT 715 TOTAL SEAT COUNT (393 INTERIOR & 322 EXTERIOR) TOTAL ALCOHOL STORAGE AREA 337 SQ FT LINEAR FEET OF ALCOHOL DISPLAY 173'-2" TOTAL BUILDING AREA 114,415 SQ FT 9/12/18 AREA CALCULATIONS ROCKEFELLER KEMPEL ARCHITECTS 939 S FIGUEROA ST LOS ANGELES, CA 90015

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49 PARKING Existing auto parking under permit 1949LA spaces provide off-site under permit FLOOR AREA SUMMARY LEVEL ALCOHOL AREA LEVEL AREA LOWER LEVEL 2,473 SQ. FT. 10,398 SQ. FT. GROUND LEVEL 12,847 SQ. FT. 19,513 SQ. FT. MEZZANINE + 2ND LEVEL 3,350 SQ. FT. 4,896 SQ. FT. TOTAL ALCOHOL USE AREA TOTAL ALCOHOL STORAGE AREA LINEAR FEET OF ALCOHOL DISPLAY TOTAL BUILDING AREA TOTAL SEAT COUNT 18,670 SQ. FT. 337 SQ FT 173'-2" 114,415 SQ FT 715 SEATS (393 INTERIOR & 322 EXTERIOR)

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