Lake Elsinore Hotel & Casino Seeks Approval For Poolside Entertainment

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Live music, dancing and entertainment could go poolside at the pending approval of a conditional use permit.

On Tuesday, the Lake Elsinore Planning Commission will consider a resolution that would permit “live entertainment within the lounge, restaurant and poolside area of the existing Lake Elsinore Hotel and Casino property” located at 20930 Malaga Road.

Musical and comedy events are proposed to take place Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights at the Hotel & Casino, with occasional weekday and holiday events, according to city documentation. All events would conclude by 2 a.m. in indoor areas.

In a July 19 report to the planning commission from City Manager Bob Brady, city staff recommends that poolside entertainment conclude by 10 p.m. and that it only be held during the summer months, starting with Memorial Day weekend and ending Labor Day weekend.

Furthermore, in the July 19 report, city staff is recommending noise level restrictions be implemented.

The Lake Elsinore Hotel & Casino is situated on property that abuts some residential areas. In Brady’s report to the planning commission, he attached a letter from a Wildomar resident who said she lives across the street from the Hotel & Casino and is concerned about noise and late-night foot traffic if the permit is issued.

In the July 19 report, city staff is recommending that, if the conditional use permit is approved, the project be reviewed by city staff at the end of September or sooner if there are any complaints about noise, traffic or other issues.

To read the July 19 report and the full agenda for Tuesday night’s Lake Elsinore Planning Commission meeting, click here. The public meeting begins at 6 p.m. at the located at 183 North Main Street.