Pearland City Council approved a conditional use permit, or CUP, at its July 27 meeting that allows for a new microbrewery to be built off North Main Street. Owner Valle Kauniste plans to open Vallensons’ Brewing Company at 4111 Rice Drier Road. The 2,000-square-foot facility will include a tasting room, one of the requirements established in a February ordinance, officials said. Kauniste also plans to host events at the new microbrewery. City staff recommended the establishment include one parking space for every 200 square feet, or a minimum of 10 parking spaces. Additionally staff required a portion of all buildings be constructed with masonry materials, such as brick, stone or decorative concrete block. The CUP was required for the future microbrewery land, as it is zoned for light industrial uses. On Feb. 23, the council voted to expand the allowable zones for microbreweries, microdistilleries, microwineries and coffee roasting businesses. Microbreweries are defined by the city of Pearland as businesses in which beer, wine or alcoholic beverages are brewed, fermented or distilled for distribution and consumption. These establishments are allowed in the city with a CUP in the following zoning districts: Cullen mixed-use, Garden-O’Day mixed-use, Old Townsite general business, Old Townsite mixed-use, general business, general commercial, light industrial and heavy industrial, according to officials. Pearland City Council The next City Council regular meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. on Aug. 24. 3519 Liberty Drive