After a couple days wondering whether the application of Mellow Mushroom for a Hotel & Restaurant and Standard Cabaret for its under construction pizza/music place on the Mall between Lawrence and Larimer and right across from Writer’s Square, would go to a contested hearing, the GNC and MM reached an agreement. The main contested area was outdoor noise. MM agreed that it would direct any patio speakers inward, operate them so as not to interfere with normal conversation and limit their hours later in the evening. If this does not address satisfactorily any noise issues, the agreement also contains mediation and binding arbitration provisions. The GNC received valuable support for Writer’s Square residents and Mall businesses, particularly Ling & Louie’s. The Agreement was approved by the LoDoNA and offered into evidence at the June 2 uncontested hearing. MM hopes to open around July 10.
Smashburger has applied for an H&R license for its establishment to be located on the Mall between Ling & Louie’s and Mellow Mushroom. We have sent a proposed GNA and the hearing is set for June 30. Wild Ivories recently opened at 1400 Market, as did Brothers Bar and Grill at 1920 Market. On the downhill side, Blues on Blake has closed and the Samba Room is “temporarily” closed for remodeling.
Oak Tavern, which is located next to Spill, 1410 Market, has asked the GNC to consider not opposing a potential application for a rooftop patio. Spill has a rooftop patio that has not thus far caused any issues–there are no residents on Market in that area or nearby elsewhere. GNC and Oak Tavern are continuing to discuss the situation. The LoDoNA Board would have the final say from the Association’s stand point.