WHY PASO ROBLES?
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A recent update of zoning (TC-2) in downtown Paso allows for micro-breweries, which was previously prohibited. Further, there are an abundance of potential locations within the TC-2 zone.
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City staff has indicated that the provision of micro-breweries in downtown "tend to be compatible with surrounding restaurants and entertainment uses and add to a vibrant downtown atmosphere." Therefore, there is staff support.
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Unique to Paso Robles, the typical upfront costs for pretreatment wastewater systems can be avoided. In other words, craft breweries can pour wastewater directly down the drain upon receipt of a discharge permit. This is a huge cost savings!
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Breweries smaller than 10,000 square feet can be approved administratively. New construction or significant exterior remodels only require site plan approval by the Development Review Committee (DRC). No Planning Commission = no Conditional Use Permit (CUP) = fast track approval.
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Entrepreneurs looking for locations outside of downtown (TC-2) are permitted in a variety of city zoning districts including: Industrial (M), Planned Industrial (PM), Riverside Corridor (RSC), and Commercial/Light Industry (C3).
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6. The City has a diverse water portfolio, ensuring an adequate supply through General Plan build-out.