May 8, 2012

Los Angeles Department of City Planning

Office of Zoning Administration, 7th Floor

200 North Spring Street

Los Angeles, California 90012

RE: Planning Case #: Has not been filed

Project Address: 541 S. Spring Street

Applicant: Downtown Restaurant Management

Dear Zoning Administrator:

At our regularly held public meeting on May 8, 2012, the Board of Directors of the Downtown Los Angeles Neighborhood Council (“DLANC”) voted to give general support for Royal Clayton’s British Pub, pursuant to the motion passed on April 17, 2012, by DLANC’s Planning & Land Use Committee (“PLUC”).

The original Royal Clayton’s was located on Industrial Street in the Arts District and was a beloved neighborhood restaurant. The restaurant closed in 2011 but DLANC is pleased to hear it will be re-opening in its new proposed location in the Spring Arcade building. The operator has proven to be a good neighbor and DLANC welcomes and supports the project and the CUB permit for a full line of alcohol in conjunction with the proposed gastro-pub the applicant will be seeking.

Thank you.

Very truly yours, Very truly yours,

Patricia Berman Simon Ha, AIA, LEED AP

DLANC President DLANC Planning & Land Use Committee Co-Chair

CC: Tricia Robbins (Council District 14)

Sgt. John Strasner (Los Angeles Police Department)

Elizabeth Peterson

May 8, 2012

Los Angeles Department of City Planning

Office of Zoning Administration, 7th Floor

200 North Spring Street

Los Angeles, California 90012

RE: Planning Case #: ZA-2012-152-CUE

Project Address: 333 S. Spring Street, Suite E8

Applicant: Joe Lopez

Dear Zoning Administrator:

At our regularly held public meeting on May 8, 2012, the Board of Directors of the Downtown Los Angeles Neighborhood Council (“DLANC”) voted to support the above-listed request for a Conditional Use Permit for the Joe’s Steakout Restaurant, pursuant to the motion passed on April 17, 2012, by DLANC’s Planning & Land Use Committee (“PLUC”).

In particular, DLANC supports the request for beer & wine sale for on-site consumption in conjunction with the existing restaurant.

In DLANC’s view, the information presented provides adequate justification for granting the requested approvals, subject to any additional conditions recommended by the LAPD and City Council Office. DLANC fully supports the applicant’s request and encourages the city to approve.

Please provide a digital copy of the decision letter to moc.cnaldnull@ah.nomis. Thank you.

Very truly yours, Very truly yours,

Patricia Berman Simon Ha, AIA, LEED AP

DLANC President DLANC Planning & Land Use Committee Co-Chair

CC: Tricia Robbins (Council District 14)

Sgt. John Strasner (Los Angeles Police Department)

Sherrie Olson

May 8, 2012

Los Angeles Department of City Planning

Office of Zoning Administration, 7th Floor

200 North Spring Street

Los Angeles, California 90012

RE: Planning Case #: ZA-2012-248-CUB

Project Address: 808 W. 7th Street

Applicant: Marcus Kwan

Dear Zoning Administrator:

At our regularly held public meeting on May 8, 2012, the Board of Directors of the Downtown Los Angeles Neighborhood Council (“DLANC”) voted to support the above-listed request for a Conditional Use Permit for the Green Hut Cafe, pursuant to the motion passed on April 17, 2012, by DLANC’s Planning & Land Use Committee (“PLUC”).

In particular, DLANC supports the request for beer & wine sale for on-site consumption in conjunction with the existing restaurant.

In DLANC’s view, the information presented provides adequate justification for granting the requested approvals, subject to any additional conditions recommended by the LAPD and City Council Office. DLANC fully supports the applicant’s request and encourages the city to approve.

Please provide a digital copy of the decision letter to moc.cnaldnull@ah.nomis. Thank you.

Very truly yours, Very truly yours,

Patricia Berman Simon Ha, AIA, LEED AP

DLANC President DLANC Planning & Land Use Committee Co-Chair

CC: Stephanie Magnien Rockwell (Council District 9)

Tricia Robbins (Council District 14)

Sgt. John Strasner (Los Angeles Police Department)

Wil Nieves (Nieves & Associates)

RE: Planning Case #: ZA-2012-912-CUB-CUX

Project Address: 851 S. Grand Avenue

Applicant: Embassy Partners LLC

Dear Zoning Administrator:

At our regularly held public meeting on May 8, 2012, the Board of Directors of the Downtown Los Angeles Neighborhood Council (“DLANC”) voted to support the above-listed request for a Conditional Use Permit for the Embassy Hotel with conditions listed below, pursuant to the motion passed on April 17, 2012, by DLANC’s Planning & Land Use Committee (“PLUC”).

In particular, DLANC supports the request for a Type-47 license for a full line of alcoholic beverages for on-site consumption in conjunction with existing historic hotel and theater. The addition, DLANC supports the applicant’s requests for live entertainment and dancing and a Type-66 license for in-room alcohol access cabinets.

There are two conditions requested by the Board:

1. The rooftop pool & recreation activities and noise may cause nuisance to the residents at Sky Lofts (801 S. Grand Ave.) to the north of the proposed project. Amplified music on the roof top may require restrictions on sound levels and hours. DLANC encourages the applicant to reach out to the residents who may be affected to avoid future conflicts.

2. The current design for the outdoor garden/dining area at the ground level facing 9th Street is completely isolated with an 8’ tall solid wall. The Board encourages the garden to open up to the public sidewalk on both 9th Street and Grand Avenue and engage the public realm rather than turning its back to it. Providing visual connection can enliven the street scene and provide eyes on the street for a safer neighborhood.

In DLANC’s view, the information presented provides adequate justification for granting the requested approvals, subject to any additional conditions recommended by the LAPD and City Council Office. The renovation of the historic building and the addition of a hotel with restaurants and other amenities is a welcomed asset to the South Park neighborhood and DLANC fully supports the project and encourages the city to approve the applicant’s request.

Please provide a digital copy of the decision letter to moc.cnaldnull@ah.nomis. Thank you.

Very truly yours, Very truly yours,

Patricia Berman Simon Ha, AIA, LEED AP

DLANC President DLANC Planning & Land Use Committee Co-Chair

CC: Stephanie Magnien Rockwell (Council District 9)

Tricia Robbins (Council District 14)

Sgt. John Strasner (Los Angeles Police Department)

Rachel Finfer (EPG, Inc)

Proposed restaurant @ 712 Santa Fe

Tuesday, May 22, 2012

1:30 pm

Los Angeles City Hall - Room 1020

Famima @ 542 S. Broadway

Tuesday, May 22, 2012

2:00 pm

Los Angeles City Hall - Room 1020

Clark Hotel @ 418 S. Hill

Wednesday, May 23, 2012

11:00 am

Los Angeles City Hall - Room 1020

Regent Theater @ 446 S. Main

Tuesday, May 23, 2012

2:00 pm

Los Angeles City Hall - Room 1020

Where: The Exchange • 114 W. 5th Street • Los Angeles, CA 90014

MEETING AGENDA

1. Call to order and roll call.

2. Public comment – Comments from the public on non-agenda items within the Committee’s subject matter jurisdiction. Public comments are limited to two (2) minutes per speaker.

3. Presentation by Mindy Nguyen (KB & Associates) regarding a CUB permit for the Famima market located at 544 S. Broadway (ZA-2012-231-CUB).

Proposed action: PLUC to recommend that DLANC write a letter of support.

4. Presentation by Tom McCarty (McCarty Company) regarding a CUB permit for a proposed Smart & Final market located at 845 S. Figueroa Street (ZA-2012-721-CUB).

Proposed action: PLUC to recommend that DLANC write a letter of support.

5. Presentation by Brett Engstrom (Art Rodriguez & Associates) regarding a CUB permit for a proposed sushi restaurant located at 521 W. 7th Street (ZA-2012-759-CUB).

Proposed action: PLUC to recommend that DLANC write a letter of support.

6. Presentation by Terri Dickerhoff (CGR Development) regarding a beer & wine permit for a proposed restaurant project located at 108 W. 2nd Street (ZA-2012-914-CUB).

Proposed action: PLUC to recommend that DLANC write a letter of support.

7. Presentation by Eddie Navarrette (F.E. Design) regarding an upgraded CUB permit for the existing Falls Bar located at 626 S. Spring Street (ZA-2012-967-CUB).

Proposed action: PLUC to recommend that DLANC write a letter of support.

8. Discussion of DLANC area projects proposed for No Position:

a. 449 S. Broadway – categorical exemption – CDO

b. 351 S. Broadway – categorical exemption – CDO

c. 929 S. Broadway – categorical exemption – CDO

d. 900 S. Broadway – categorical exemption – CDO

9. Update on status of the Downtown Historic Buildings map project.

Proposed action: To be determined.

10. Update on status of the proposed City Target store and FIGat7th modernization project.

Proposed action: To be determined.

11. Approval of minutes from prior meeting: April 17, 2012.

Proposed action: Past meeting minutes to be approved.

12. Future agenda items. Next meeting: June 19, 2012.

13. Board member comment – Comments from Board members on subject matters within the Committee’s jurisdiction.

14. Adjournment.

The DLANC Planning & Land Use Committee has established time limits with respect to matters on this agenda. Presenters are allowed fifteen (15) minutes to give a presentation. Responses to questions from committee members are not included in the presenter’s time limitation. Depending upon the length of the agenda, the number of speakers, ore the complexity of an agenda item, the Chair may waive or impose different time limits. The public is requested to fill out a “Speaker Card” to address the DLANC Planning & Land Use Committee on any item of the agenda prior to the Committee taking action on an item. Comments from the public on agenda items will be heard only when the respective item is being considered. Comments from the public on other matters not appearing on the agenda that is within the Committee’s subject matter jurisdiction will be heard during the public comment period. Public comment is limited to 2 minutes per speaker, unless waived by the presiding officer of the Committee. As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. Sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices, or other auxiliary aids and/or services may be provided upon request. To ensure availability of services, please make your request at least 3 business days (72 hours) prior to the meeting you wish to attend by contacting Committee co-Chair Simon Ha at: moc.cnaldnull@ah.nomis

SI REQUIERE SERVICIOS DE TRADUCCION, FAVOR DE NOTIFICAR A LA OFICINA 3 dias de trabajo (72 horas) ANTES DEL EVENTO. SI NECESITA ASISTENCIA CON ESTA NOTIFICACION, POR FAVOR LLAME A NUESTRA OFICINA AL 323-224-2316.

2012-0410_DLANC – Letter of Support – Clark Hotel 426 S Hill

RE:      Planning Case #:       ZA-2012-520-CUB-CUX

            Project Address:        426 S. Hill Street

            Applicant:                  Clark Street Realty Associates, LLC

Dear Zoning Administrator:

At our regularly held public meeting on April 10, 2012, the Board of Directors of the Downtown Los Angeles Neighborhood Council (“DLANC”) voted to support the above-listed request for a Conditional Use Permit for the Clark Hotel, pursuant to the motion passed on March 21, 2012, by DLANC’s Planning & Land Use Committee (“PLUC”).

In particular, DLANC supports the request for a Type-47 license for a full line of alcoholic beverages for on-site consumption for two restaurants, banquet center and lobby bar having live entertainment, in room-mini bars, an on-site health spa with spa and massage services, and an additional Type-47 for a specialty restaurant.  The addition of a hotel with restaurants, spa services, and entertainment is a welcomed amenity to the Pershing Square area, activating the streets near the Pershing Metro station where it is seemingly concentrated with blight and unsafe activities.

In DLANC’s view, the information presented provides adequate justification for granting the requested approvals, subject to any additional conditions recommended by the LAPD and City Council Office.  DLANC fully supports the project and encourages the city to approve the applicant’s request.

RE:      Planning Case #:       ZA-2012-253-CUB

            Project Address:        617 W. Hope Street

            Applicant:                  Walgreens

Dear Zoning Administrator:

At our regularly held public meeting on April 10, 2012, the Board of Directors of the Downtown Los Angeles Neighborhood Council (“DLANC”) voted to support the above-listed request for a Conditional Use Permit for sale of off-site alcoholic beverages at Walgreens Pharmacy, pursuant to the motion passed on March 21, 2012, by DLANC’s Planning & Land Use Committee (“PLUC”).

DLANC supports the applicants request with a reasonable assumption that there will not be adverse effect to the immediate community while giving additional shopping choices for residents and visitors.  There are number of businesses in the project area such as Rite Aid, Ralphs, and various convenience markets that offer similar shopping opportunities.

In DLANC’s view, the information presented provides adequate justification for granting the requested approvals, subject to any additional conditions recommended by the LAPD and City Council Office.

MEETING AGENDA

PDF Agenda – DPLUC-2012-04-17

1. Call to order and roll call.

2. Public comment – Comments from the public on non-agenda items within the Committee’s subject matter jurisdiction.
Public comments are limited to two (2) minutes per speaker.

3. Presentation by Sherrie Olson regarding a beer & wine permit for Joe’s Great Steak restaurant located at 333 S. Spring Street (ZA-2012-152-CUE).
Proposed action: PLUC to recommend that DLANC write a letter of support.

4. Presentation by Mindy Nguyen (KB & Associates) regarding a CUB permit for the Famima market located at 542 S. Broadway (ZA-2012-231-CUB).
Proposed action: PLUC to recommend that DLANC write a letter of support.

5. Presentation by Wil Nieves (Nieves & Associates) regarding a beer & wine permit for the Green Hut Café located at 808 W. 7th Street (ZA-2012-248-CUB).
Proposed action: PLUC to recommend that DLANC write a letter of support.

6. Presentation by Rachel Finfer (EPG, Inc) regarding a CUB permit for the Embassy Hotel project located at 851 S. Grand Avenue (ZA-2012-701-CE).
Proposed action: PLUC to recommend that DLANC write a letter of support.

7. Presentation by Rachel Finfer (EPG, Inc) regarding a CUB permit for the Royal Claytons project located at 541 S. Spring Street.
Proposed action: PLUC to recommend that DLANC write a letter of support.

8. Update by Martha Saucedo (AEG Worldwide) regarding the downtown Events Center & Convention Center modernization project (CPC-2012-849-GPA).
Proposed action: To be determined.

9. Discussion of DLANC area projects proposed for No Position:

a. 516 S. Broadway – categorical exemption – CDO

10. Discussion on update and printing of Downtown historic building maps.
Proposed action: To be determined.

11. Approval of minutes from prior meeting: March 21, 2012.
Proposed action: Past meeting minutes to be approved.

12. Future agenda items.
Next meeting: May 15, 2012. 13.

Board member comment – Comments from Board members on subject matters within the Committee’s jurisdiction.

14. Adjournment.

The DLANC Planning & Land Use Committee has established time limits with respect to matters on this agenda.  Presenters are allowed fifteen (15) minutes to give a presentation.  Responses to questions from committee members are not included in the presenter’s time limitation.  Depending upon the length of the agenda, the number of speakers, ore the complexity of an agenda item, the Chair may waive or impose different time limits.  The public is requested to fill out a “Speaker Card” to address the DLANC Planning & Land Use Committee (Committee) on any item of the agenda prior to the Committee taking action on an item. Comments from the public on agenda items will be heard only when the respective item is being considered. Comments from the public on other matters not appearing on the agenda that is within the Committee’s subject matter jurisdiction will be heard during the public comment period. Public comment is limited to 2 minutes per speaker, unless waived by the presiding officer of the Committee. As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. Sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices, or other auxiliary aids and/or services may be provided upon request. To ensure availability of services, please make your request at least 3 business days (72 hours) prior to the meeting you wish to attend by contacting Committee Co-Chair James Doizaki at: moc.oohaynull@ikaziodj.

SI REQUIERE SERVICIOS DE TRADUCCION, FAVOR DE NOTIFICAR A LA OFICINA 3 dias de trabajo (72 horas) ANTES DEL EVENTO. SI NECESITA ASISTENCIA CON ESTA NOTIFICACION, POR FAVOR LLAME A NUESTRA OFICINA AL 323-224-2316.