The petitioner is Guinnevere McMillon on behalf of Russell Goeken is requesting a Special Use Permit at 2312 Abercorn Street (PIN 20065 37004) to establish the bar/tavern use.

The parcel is located in the TC-1 (Traditional Commercial-1) zoning district which was established to ensure the vibrancy of historic mixed-use neighborhoods with traditional development patterns characteristic of Savannah during the streetcar and early automobile eras. The district provides for commercial areas that are developed at a mass and scale harmonious with nearby residential neighborhoods. For the TC-1 zoning district, the bar/tavern use requires a special use permit. If approved, Code Compliance would address any enforcement issues.

The subject property is located on the northwest corner of the intersection of East 40^th Street and Abercorn Street. The parcel is developed with a two-story building, constructed prior to the 1955 Sanborn Maps. It has operated previously as a retail home goods establishment and is currently vacant. There are two establishments currently within the building—Savannah Skin & Wellness and HM Salon. No residential dwellings units are in the building.

On January 18, 2022, the Planning Commission approved the request for a Special Use Permit to allow a bar/lounge at 2312 Abercorn Street with the following conditions:

1. Provide proof of a right-of-way encroachment agreement in order for petitioner to utilize the courtyard;

2. Prohibit the transfer of the Special Use Permit;

3. Allow for on-premises consumption only;

4. Restrict the hours of operation to:

   1. Tuesday thru Friday, 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.

   2. Saturdays, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.;

5. Verify location of the recycling and compost bin on the site;

6. Provide an annual permit review by City staff.