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Resolution No. 2019-xx Page 3 of 10 The facility will be maintained as a full-service, bona-fide eating establishment, having suitable kitchen facilities and supplying an assortment of foods. Additionally, the restaurant will utilize less than five (5%) percent of the gross floor area for display and storage of alcoholic beverages, which is the maximum threshold established by the Santa Ana Municipal Code. Operational standards will ensure the project remains in compliance with all applicable codes and regulations related to alcohol sales to ensure that the use does not impact neighboring properties or create an attractive nuisance. 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 eating establishment and brewery will not adversely affect the General Plan. The project is located in the Urban Neighborhood (UN) General Plan land use designation which allows for commercial uses such as retail, service and eating establishment uses. 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 restaurant and ancillary alcohol sales will contribute to the viability of the commercial site and the small craft manufacturing use will contribute to the overall success of the area. 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. The project is in the Transit Zoning Code zoning district, specifically in the Downtown sub-zone. As proposed, it is designed to meet all development standards designated in the zoning district. 2-13