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SPR No. 2017-09/DBA No. 2017-02 May 21, 2018 Page 2 Item Information, Zoning Designation General Commercial (C-2) with the Metro East Mixed Use (MEMU) overlay district U17-11 Active Urban sub -district Surrounding Land Uses Commercial North Commercial East Educational South Commercial West Site Size 6.69 acres combined Existing Site Development The site contains two commercial buildings Use Permissions Mixed-use projects permitted by the OZ -1 designation; deviations/concessions will address proposed deficiencies Zoning Code Sections Affected Uses I OZ -1, Section No. 4 Development Standards I OZ -1, Section Nos. 4 through 7 Project Description The project includes demolition of two commercial buildings and construction of an affordable rental family-oriented mixed-use community with 10,000 square feet of leasable commercial space. The project will contain two structures consisting of a ground -level parking area and five levels of residential above. A total of 552 affordable rental units will be provided on the project site. A total of 566 resident and guest parking spaces will be provided in an at -grade parking area beneath the residential levels, as well as 50 parking spaces for the commercial component and 4 spaces for the leasing office and the development's employees. The project will include one -bedroom units (27), two-bedroom units (239), three-bedroom units (146), and four-bedroom units (140) ranging in size from 610 to 1,266 square feet. All units will contain full kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms, in -unit storage, and open/common (living) areas. Open space will be provided through a publically-accessible plaza fronting First Street, eight private courtyards, and amenity areas. The public plaza with open seating will front First Street and will also contain seating, landscaping, and hardscape areas suitable for programming with temporary kiosks or events. The project's commercial area and leasing office will also front First Street, enhancing the development's street presence. Eight courtyards with distinct themes and amenities for children and adults will be located throughout the interior of the site. Interior common rooms such as recreation areas, fitness centers, and laundry rooms will provide additional amenities to residents and visitors. A common open space "view room" on the upper levels will face north toward First Street with views toward the Xerox Tower and the recently - completed Nineteen0l mixed-use development. The project will feature a contemporary architectural style common of many multiple -family or mixed-use residential communities under construction in Santa Ana and the region. Ceramic tile, fiber cement board and siding, smooth stucco finishes, and metal railings will contribute to this theme. These solid materials will ensure that the project ages well for the duration of the building's lifetime. Although not a part of the current entitlement, the applicant intends to submit a tentative parcel map application at a future date to subdivide the project site into two lots for financing purposes in order to facilitate construction of both buildings. The applicant is currently preparing the 65C-4