2026-06-24 Planning Commission Meeting

The Baldwin Park Planning Commission held a meeting on June 24, 2026, primarily to consider a conditional use permit (CUP 2602) request to upgrade an existing alcohol license from type 20 (beer and wine) to type 21 (including distilled spirits) for a grocery store located at 13810 Los Angeles Street. Staff recommended denial of the permit due to the area being an over-concentrated census tract with three existing off-sale alcohol licenses, exceeding the ABC's limit of one per population. The commission discussed concerns about public safety, community impact, and business competition. The applicant and representatives argued the upgrade would not increase the number of licenses, would support a family-owned business, and provide convenience to residents. Public testimony included opposition citing potential negative community effects and support emphasizing responsible business operation. After deliberation, the commission voted to adopt the resolution denying the permit, with an appeal period available to the applicant. The meeting also included procedural items such as approval of previous minutes and scheduling of the next meeting.