Belleville doctor and chef consider taking over shuttered Hofbräuhaus building

A Belleville couple is seeking a special-use permit and liquor license to operate a business in the former Hofbräuhaus building, which recently was relisted for sale or lease.

Their vision includes a family-friendly sports bar and restaurant during the day, a nightclub for adults after 9 p.m. and rental rooms for meetings and special events, according to Dr. Glen Babich, who submitted the applications with his wife, Norma Babich, a chef.