Council Approves Revised Remodel For Coast Inn

LAGUNA BEACH, CA — Laguna Beach's city council approved the Coast Inn property renovation this week after much back and forth with the owner and neighbors.

The approval for restoring the property, a 1927 Spanish Colonial Revival style hotel described by the OC Register, passed 4-1 with Councilwoman Toni Iseman opposing, has been in the works since 2015.

Owner Chris Dornin, a Laguna Beach resident, made concessions with the plans at the council meeting. The rooftop deck he planned for the historic building has been reduced to a mere 2,500 square feet.

Returning to its original 1930s splendor, the inn will have 24 rooms, all accessible by guests, and the 1930s style signs.

Construction is expected to start within 18 months.

The once-famed Boom Boom Room will be replaced by the Bear Flag Fish Co., as a "fast-casual" restaurant and fish market, according to the Register.

Other historic renovation discussions coming for approval include the liquor store property.