Commerce Municipal Code Div. 24 Entertainment Establishments

Any entertainment establishments shall be subject to the following standards and conditions on use:

(1) Distance Requirement to Sensitive Noise Receptors:

a. Indoor events: Entertainment establishments with indoor events shall not be located within two hundred feet from sensitive noise receptors as defined in this code. However, the distance requirement for entertainment establishments with indoor events only shall not apply to properties located on Atlantic Boulevard and Washington Boulevard. While the distance requirement of this section may not apply to properties located on Atlantic Boulevard and Washington Boulevard, the city may deny an application if it is determined that a use adversely affects any adjacent or nearby property.

b. Outdoor events: Entertainment establishments with outdoor events shall not be located within five hundred feet from sensitive noise receptors as defined in this code.

(2) Limited Hours of Operation. Where the proposed use is within two hundred feet from sensitive noise receptors, it shall have limited hours of operation, or designed and operated, so as to avoid disruption or excessive noise between the hours of ten o'clock p.m. and seven o'clock a.m. Through the development agreement process, and on a case-by-case basis, the city council may approve and/or modify the hours of operation.

(3) Parking Findings. The city may allow the use of street parking or remote, off-site parking for entertainment establishments on a case-by-case basis. Prior to approving the use of street parking or remote, off-site parking, the decision-making body shall make the following findings, as applicable:

a. The use of street parking will not negatively impact sensitive noise receptors.

b. The use of street parking will not negatively impact surrounding businesses.

c. The location of remote parking will not be detrimental to public health, safety, and welfare.

(Ord. No. 825, § 7, 10-28-2025)