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Resolution No. 2019-xx Page 3 of 10 basis. Conditions of approval have been added to ensure the project remains in compliance with all applicable code and regulations related to 24-hour operations and to mitigate any potential impacts to the general vicinity. 5. That the proposed use will not adversely affect the General Plan of the city or any specific plan applicable to the area of the proposed use. The proposed project will not adversely affect the General Plan. The project is located in a General Commercial (GC) General Plan land use designation which allows for commercial uses such as retail, service and eating establishments. The project is consistent with several goals and policies of the General Plan, including the Economic Development Element, Land Use Element, and Urban Design Element. Land Use Element Goal 1 promotes a balance of land uses to address basic community needs. Land Use Element Goal 2 promotes land uses that enhance the City’s economic and fiscal viability. Policy 2.8 promotes rehabilitation of commercial properties, and encourages increased levels of capital investment. The convenience store will contribute to the viability of the commercial corridor in which it is located. Policy 2.9 supports developments that create a business environment that is safe and attractive. The property maintenance condition of approval will maintain a safe and attractive environment in the community. Economic Development Element Goal 2 maintains and enhances the diversity of the City’s economic base. Policy 2.3 encourages the development of mutually beneficial and supportive business clusters within the community. Urban Design Element Goal 1 improves the physical appearance of the City through the development of districts that project a sense of place, positive community image and quality environment. Section 2. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, a Mitigated Negative Declaration (Environmental Review No. 2017-140) and a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program was prepared for this project. The Planning Commission has reviewed and considered the information contained in the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (“IS/MND”) and administrative record for the Project, including all oral and written comments received during the comment period. Based on the foregoing, the Planning Commission recommends that the City Council find that the IS/MND contains a complete and accurate reporting of the environmental impacts associated with the Project, has been completed in compliance with CEQA, and reflects the independent judgment of the City. The Planning Commission further recommends that the City Council find that all environmental impacts of the Project are either less than significant or can be mitigated to a level of less than significant pursuant to the mitigation measures outlined in the IS/MND and the Mitigation Monitoring and 1-35