Hookah lounge CUP at 1429 San Mateo Avenue

The applicant said she and her family bought the business as longtime customers, have lost significant money since October without hookah or events, and have done everything to bring the restaurant up to code, including removing the patio and pursuing fire sprinkler approval.

The project's contractor explained the ventilation system circulates and filters smoke so it clears within 10-15 seconds and is not vented raw into the neighborhood.