UPE25-0070

Project UPE25-0070 is a request for a Use Permit submitted to Sonoma County to establish general retail uses within an existing mixed-use commercial building located on a 0.25-acre parcel at 16440 4th Street, Guerneville, California. The scope of work includes the continued operation of an existing restaurant and bar, the conversion of residential spaces into commercial use spaces, and the implementation of internal tenant improvements, exterior modifications, and the construction of fencing. A critical constraint of the project is that there shall be no expansion of the existing building or the outdoor dining footprint. The project is governed by the California Environmental Quality Act and has been determined to be categorically exempt under Sections 15301 and 15303, pertaining to existing structures and the conversion of small structures. This exemption was filed pursuant to Section 15Q62 of the State CEQA Guidelines. Administrative details include a notice posted on August 18, 2026, following an approval date of August 13, 2026. The primary point of contact for the project is Planner III Jennifer Faso, with Daniel Ewald serving as the applicant. A county documentary handling fee of 50 dollars was paid to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife to facilitate the environmental document filing.