Summary
Both Quiet Storm stores can now legally display discounted merchandise racks outside — something the 122nd Street store had been doing for years without a permit. Approvals last three years and require fire-marshal-compliant egress and a signed operating agreement.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
Approvals let the stores keep selling discounted merchandise outdoors, supporting seasonal retail sales.
Shoppers get discount racks outside, and the stores gain visibility and sales.
Merchants who rely on feather flags or leave heavy A-frames out overnight would need to change their practices.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Zoning Appeals - Jul 9, 2026
Both Quiet Storm stores can now legally display discounted merchandise racks outside — something the 122nd Street store had been doing for years without a permit. Approvals last three years and require fire-marshal-compliant egress and a signed operating agreement.
Planning and Zoning Commission - Mar 3, 2026
New rules would govern how Boardwalk businesses display merchandise and signs: annual permits, no feather flags, A-frames brought in nightly, and new menu board allowances. Merchants raised practical concerns but nothing is final until Mayor and Council act.
Related development
Quiet Storm (75th Street) outdoor display exception
The display sits on the front porch with about 52 inches of clearance, preserving wheelchair access; no neighbor objections were received.
Quiet Storm Surf and Turf outdoor display exception
Sale racks stay outside during business hours (roughly 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.) with security tags; neighbors and adjacent businesses raised no objections.
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