The Long Beach Zoning Board meeting on June 26, 2025, focused on a proposal for a temporary special use permit that would allow a local chiropractor to operate her practice from her home. Adriana Lazar, the applicant, seeks to convert her downstairs apartment into a part-time chiropractic office, operating only two days a week, specifically on Mondays and Thursdays from 9 AM to 5 PM.

Lazar explained that this arrangement would enable her to balance her professional responsibilities with her role as a mother of two young children. She emphasized that the practice would not require any alterations to the property, and there would be no increase in traffic or parking issues, as she would see only one patient at a time, with appointments spaced 25 minutes apart. The existing driveway can accommodate two vehicles, which would further minimize any potential parking concerns.

The proposal was framed as a way to maintain a low-impact business model while providing essential services to the community. Lazar noted that she would be losing rental income of approximately $2,400 per month by converting the space for her practice, highlighting the temporary nature of her request. The special use permit would be renewable every two years, allowing the board to reassess the situation.

During the meeting, board members expressed concerns about the potential for growth in the practice and the possibility of increased operational days in the future. However, Lazar reassured them that her intention was to maintain her current schedule and that she had no plans for expansion.

Community support for the proposal was evident, with several neighbors expressing their approval of the plan. Lazar stated that she had received positive feedback from those living nearby, which was included in the meeting materials.

The board's decision on the special use permit will be significant for both Lazar and the local community, as it reflects the ongoing balance between residential living and small business operations in Long Beach. The outcome will be determined in the coming weeks, with the board considering both the applicant's needs and the interests of the neighborhood.