CUP-295-2026

The City of Garden Grove is considering a conditional use permit application for a new 760 square-foot tattoo studio to operate within an existing multi-tenant commercial shopping center. The request, identified as CUP-295-2026, was posted on May 26, 2026, and is being reviewed to ensure compliance with local zoning regulations and community standards for body art businesses in mixed-use commercial areas. The applicant, Justine Chavez, is the owner of the proposed business and is the primary point of contact for operational matters, while Zachary Hernandez, the Assistant Planner at the city, serves as the official point of contact for permitting and regulatory inquiries. The proposed business will be located in Garden Grove, California, and is subject to review by city planning authorities to determine whether its operation is compatible with the surrounding land uses. The project does not involve federal procurement or set-asides and is being handled under municipal jurisdiction. Interested parties can access more information through the provided link to the California Environmental Quality Act system, and inquiries may be directed to the contact details listed for both the applicant and the city planner. Approval is contingent upon meeting all applicable conditions related to safety, noise, signage, and public health standards.