Summary
Two neighbors across the water from the Dockside Social site worried about bass sound amplifying over the water and 2 a.m. indoor entertainment. The applicant pledged low volumes, closed garage doors, and direct contact with neighbors.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
The neighborhood gains a renovated restaurant promising to be a good neighbor; nearby residents get direct contact channels.
Waterfront neighbors could still experience late-night indoor entertainment noise until 2 a.m.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting — October 8, 2026
A new operator for the former Max Barge space proposes a restaurant with live entertainment, agreeing to close outdoor dining by 9-10 PM and keep garage doors closed. The Highland Park Civic League supports it, but a neighbor across the water plans to speak against it over past noise.
Planning Commission - Public Hearing — October 8, 2026
Two neighbors across the water from the Dockside Social site worried about bass sound amplifying over the water and 2 a.m. indoor entertainment. The applicant pledged low volumes, closed garage doors, and direct contact with neighbors.
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