2024 Paprika Grill Outdoor Dining SRA Decision
SRA Meeting Date
05/08/2024
SRA Members Present
Grace Napolitano, Christine Madore, Cynthia Nina-Soto, Dean Rubin
SRA Members Absent
Christopher Dunn
SRA Decision
To approve the project pending successful completion of design review.
SRA - Referenced Plans and Documents
Application package submitted by Umut Bekler on April 9, 2024.
Subsequent application submittals including proposed planters and accessible dining
area, provided by Umut Bekler.
Conditions of Approval
SRA - Open Section for Conditions Entry
Umbrellas, if used, shall be unbranded with no logos.
The applicant may place one or two accessible tables on the brick next to the raised dining
area.
The applicant may install tables on the landscape island for this season; to keep the small
rocks on the landscaped area, the applicant may consider adding landscape edging to
contain the stones.
To establish the dining area as belonging to Paprika Grill customers, the applicant may
install a small identifying sign in a planter.
Findings
SRA - Findings Open Entry
The Authority found that the proposal as presented and conditioned herein is consistent
with the design guidelines, standards, and regulations in the Downtown Renewal Plan and
the City's Outdoor Dining Policy.
DRB Recommendation
DRB Meeting Date
05/22/2024
DRB Members Not in attendance
David Jaquith, Elizabeth Murray
DRB members in attendance
Paul Durand, Leeann Leftwich, Catherine Miller, Marc Perras, Sarah Tarbet
DRB Decision
To recommend approval of the proposed outdoor dining area as presented and conditioned
herein.
Referenced Plans and Documents
Application package submitted by Umut Bekler on April 9, 2024.
Subsequent application submittals including proposed planters and accessible dining
area, provided by Umut Bekler.
Conditions of Approval
DRB- Open Decision Entry
Umbrellas, if used, shall be unbranded with no logos.
The applicant may place one or two accessible tables on the brick next to the raised dining
area.
The applicant may install tables on the landscape island for this season; to keep the small
rocks on the landscaped area, the applicant may consider adding landscape edging to
contain the stones.
To establish the dining area as belonging to Paprika Grill customers, the applicant may
install a small identifying sign in a planter.
Findings
DRB Findings Entry
The Board found that the outdoor dining area as proposed and conditioned herein is
consistent with the design guidelines, standards, and regulations in the Downtown
Renewal Plan and the City's Outdoor Dining Policy.
City of Salem, MA 4/11/2024
EPOD-24-19
Extension of Premises For
Outdoor Dining
Status: Active
Submitted On: 4/9/2024
Primary Location
278 282 DERBY STREET
SALEM, MA 01970
Owner
WW 282 DERBY STREET
LLC;C/O HUNNEMAN
303 CONGRESS STREET
BOSTON, MA 02210
Applicant
Umut Bekler
617-955-1363
beklerumut@gmail.com
94 Mckay Street
Beverly, Ma 01915
Additional Applicant Information
Type of Applicant*
Business Owner
Name of Property Owner*
WW 282 DERBY STREET LLC;C/O
HUNNEMAN
Business Information
Business/Establishment Name*
Poyraz Gill Kitchen Inc. / DBA PAPRIKA
GRILL
Business/Establishment Street Address*
282 Derby Street Unit; REAR 2 Salem,
MA 01970
Business/Establishment Phone Number*
978 551 81 86
Business/Establishment Email Address
beklerumut@gmail.com
24 hour Contact Phone Number*
617 955 13 63
Business Hours of Operation*
60
Permitted Occupancy*
20
Are you increasing your permitted occupancy
through additional outdoor seating?*
No
If you are not submitting an architect’s code review certification to increase the
number of seats, then you must limit your customer seating, indoor and outdoor,
to the total number allowed on your current license. This means that if you have
an occupancy of 100 and you have 75 seats inside and 50 seats outside, you
cannot seat 125 people as it is limited to a total of 100.
Please note: Although state law requires 5% accessible seating, the City requires
that extended outdoor dining license holders must provide at least 25% of all
tables and chairs must be handicap accessible, 10% of which should offer chairs
with a back.
Proposed Project Information
Expected date of implementation*
04/01/2024
Description of Outdoor Premises: *
paprika grill outdoor tables
Intent to expand onto parking lot Intent to expand onto sidewalk
Intent to expand on public street Is the dining area on public or private property?*
Both public and private property
How many total square feet is your outdoor dining
area?*
250
Is the proposed dining area immediately adjacent to
the business, or is it across a sidewalk?*
Adjacent to the business
Square ft. of outdoor dining space occupying public
sidewalk*
200
Would you like to use public parking spaces for your
outdoor dining area?*
No
Will you require the installation of jersey barriers
around the dining area?
No
Number of barriers needed*
0
Will dogs (other than service dogs) be allowed in the
outdoor dining area?*
No
How Many Tables Will be Outdoors?*
6
How Many Chairs Will be Outdoors?*
24
Will you be using umbrellas?*
Yes, we intend to put up Umbrellas
Please note that the umbrellas may not have any logos or signage on them unless
approved by the City.
The minimum height of umbrellas must be 7’ as measured from the base to the
lowest point of the umbrella as it is open.
The umbrella must not hang over the clearance aisles within the outdoor dining area
or adjacent public ways.
What other outdoor furniture will be in the outdoor dining area?*
signage, light fixture, planter boxes
How will all of the outdoor furniture be secured and/or stored when the business is not open?*
locked
Check the box if you are you seeking permission to
install a tent.
If you would like to install a tent, you must fill out a Tent Permit Application here:
Tent Permit Application
Will you be serving alcohol in the outdoor dining
area?*
No, We Do Not Intend to Serve Alcohol in
the Extended Dining Area
Please make sure to contact Melissa Mojica in the Licensing Department (send
Melissa an email) to amend your common Victualler license to include outdoor
dining.
Extension of Dining onto Sidewalk
Requirements for Accessibility Dining must be accessible and meet ADA and
Massachusetts Architectural Access Board’s regulations. Found here
521 CMR 17.00: RESTAURANTS Seating
At least 5% but not less than one, of the tables shall be accessible, be on an
accessible route, and in compliance with the following:
17.2.2 A 36-inch (36" = 914mm) access aisle shall be provided between all
accessible tables.
No seating shall overlap the access aisle. See Fig. 17a.
17.2.3 Clear floor space as defined in 521 CMR 5.00: DEFINITIONS shall be
provided at each seating space. Such clear floor space shall not overlap knee space
by more than 19 inches (19" = 483mm). See Fig. 17a.
17.2.4 Knee Clearances: If seating for people in wheelchairs is provided at tables
or counters, knee spaces at least 27 inches (27" = 686mm) high, 30 inches (30" =
762mm) wide, and 19 inches (19" = 483mm) deep shall be provided. See Fig. 17b.
17.2.5 Height of Tables or Counters: The tops of accessible tables and counters
shall be from 28 inches to 34 inches (28" to 34" = 711mm to 864mm) above the
finish floor or ground. See Fig 17b.
Acceptable Barriers
Barriers placed around the perimeter of the outdoor dining area must meet the
following requirements:
Height: Between 36” – 38” in height
Not Permanent: Free-standing, stable, and easily removed
Continuous Rail: They must have a continuous rail 2” to 6” from the sidewalk or
parking space surface
Base: The base of the barrier must be flat, with less than ½” thickness and placed
so that it extends less than 6” into the areas around the outdoor dining area
Rights of the City of Salem
The City of Salem reserves the right to revoke its permission to allow the use of the
parking lot for outdoor dining for the following reasons:
1. The operation of the outdoor dining area is not in compliance with submitted
safety protocols;
2. The outdoor dining area is not facilitating safe passage in accordance with
Americans with Disability Act requirements.
3. The Health Agent, Chief of Police, and/or their designees determine that the
operation of the outdoor dining area is negatively impacting public health and safety.
Responsibilities of the Restaurant
The restaurant, through its owner and/or manager, is responsible for the following as
it pertains to the use of the parking lot for outdoor dining:
Adherence to the plans and documents submitted, reviewed, and approved;
Procurement and installation of temporary barriers to separate the licensed
premises from the public way; and
Provide evidence of liability insurance to the City covering the new dining space.
Outdoor Dining Area Accessibility
The City of Salem strives to proactively address and dismantle systemic
barriers that perpetuate inequity in society. The City will only permit the
development of outdoor dining areas that are accessible to all individuals of all
abilities.
Dining must be accessible and meet ADA and Massachusetts Architectural
Access Board’s regulations (here) and is consistent with the Massachusetts
Outdoor Dining/Seating Fact Sheet (here).
By signing below, I certify that I have read, understand, and will comply with
the ADA and the Massachusetts Architectural Board’s regulations and
requirements as they pertain to my outdoor dining area.
Signature*
Umut Bekler
Apr 1, 2024
Outdoor Dining Affidavit
The City of Salem encourages the development of outdoor dining areas to
enhance the visitor and shopper experience in Salem and to assist in
improving the economic viability of its businesses.
This permit process is designed to ensure that Salem’s unique architectural
and cultural features are protected as outdoor dining areas develop and to
provide a consistent set of conditions. As such, the City shall allow outdoor
dining subject to the following conditions:
. All tables and chairs, as well as the surrounding area, must be maintained
in a clean and safe manner.
. Restaurants must provide the City, proof of liability insurance which
covers the outside seating areas.
. Restaurants must receive approval for outdoor tables from the Salem
Licensing Board, the Board of Health, and if in the Downtown Renewal
Area, the Salem Redevelopment Authority.
. The design of all outdoor tables and chairs, and trash receptacles, must
be reviewed by the Design Review Board, the Salem Redevelopment
Authority, and the Commission on Disabilities.
. Seating areas must be of a size large enough to accommodate safe, easy
and uninterrupted pedestrian travel, as well as access to and from tables.
Since the size of tables and seating areas may vary, the City reserves the
right to determine whether or not adequate space exists for the creation
of an outdoor dining area.
. All tables and chairs must be safely secured in a vandal proof manner or
must be brought inside every night.
. All licensing agreements issued for outdoor dining shall be reviewed and
assessed fees annually.
. Outdoor dining permits may be revoked by the City for non-compliance
with the provisions of this policy, at any time.
. Dining must be accessible and meet ADA and Massachusetts
Architectural Access Board’s regulations (here) and is consistent with the
Massachusetts Outdoor Dining/Seating Fact Sheet (here).
By signing below, I certify that I have read and understand the provisions
listed above and I agree to comply with all the requirements of this
permit and any approved plans which are mandated by the City.
Signature*
Umut Bekler
Apr 1, 2024
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