TabledConditional Use

Old Town Tavern Liquor License and Use Permits

Description

An application to transfer a Series 6 bar liquor license and secure conditional use permits for a bar and live entertainment in a 4,300-square-foot space.

Impact summary

Spurred sharp debate over downtown bar density and the validity of using 41 in-lieu parking credits for a business expansion.

Applicant

Name: Paul Mitchell
Address: 7330 E. Main Street, Suite 105See this on the map

At a glance

Hearings: 1
Public comments: 0
Total mentions: 1

Last vote · City Council

Tabled7–0, unanimous

Last discussed Feb 10, 2026.

Meeting timeline (1)

Feb 10, 2026Tabled 7–0

City Council Regular Meeting and Work Study Session - Feb 10, 2026

An application to transfer a Series 6 bar liquor license and secure conditional use permits for a bar and live entertainment in a 4,300-square-foot space.

Related issues (1)

Old Town Parking Expansion

The city approved a $3.8 million early construction contract to add two levels to the Brown Avenue parking garage, sparking fierce debate among residents, business owners, and council members over historic preservation, project costs, and whether a new parking study is needed.

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