Sugidama 234 Elm Street Seating Change
At a glance
- What: an alteration of premises for Sugidama, 234 Elm Street (Davis Square): remove 16 outdoor seats and increase indoor seating from 36 to 57.
- Where it stands: approved 3-0 after a public hearing with no public comment.
- Why: counsel Christine Lee said the seasonal switch is needed because bathroom water-ratio rules limit total seating; the restaurant does this twice a year.
Key points
- Counsel said the floor plan is unchanged, ADA compliant, and the restaurant has no violations.
- Abutters were notified, and Councillor Lance Davis was notified and had no objection.
Sources
- Licensing Commission agenda for Oct 20, 2026 (item 15), city site
- Video: 2026-10-20 - Licensing Commission
Discussion time
About 3 minutes across 1 meeting (from transcript timestamps; approximate).
| Meeting | Minutes |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-20 - Licensing Commission | 3 |
Log
- 2026-10-20 - Licensing Commission - Public hearing; no speakers; approved 3-0.