75A - PUBLIC HEARING ENVIORMENTAL REVIEW NO 2018-28

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F. The City Council of the City of Santa Ana considered the information and determines that the following findings, which must be established in order to grant Conditional Use Permit No. 2019-21, to allow extended hours of operation, have been established as required by SAMC Section 41-638: 1. That the proposed use will provide a service or facility which will contribute to the general well being of the neighborhood or community. The proposed convenience store and service station will provide an additional amenity to individuals wishing to have an early coffee and/or meal. Allowing the store and fuel pumps to be open 24 hours per day, seven days per week, will create a one -stop shop location for residents and commuters. Additionally, the extended hours will thereby benefit the community by providing a convenience store offering service past 12:00 midnight, which is consistent with other similar uses in the City. By offering extended hours of operation, 7-Eleven will better serve the community by providing added convenience and a one -stop shopping experience. The project will redevelop a vacant site with a new convenience store with ancillary gas sales. Site improvements include enhanced landscaping, pedestrian access pathways and exterior lighting and security cameras. This will help activate and beautify the street corner. 2. That the proposed use will not, under the circumstances of the particular case, be detrimental to the health, safety, or general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity. The proposed after-hours operations will not be detrimental to the health, safety or welfare of those residing or working in the vicinity. Conditions have been placed on the CUP that will mitigate any negative impacts to the surrounding community. 7-Eleven is an established convenience store chain with established policies and procedures, including an employee training program focused on security, which will ensure minimal calls for service. 3. That the proposed use will not adversely affect the present economic stability or future economic development of properties surrounding the area. The proposed use will not adversely affect the present economic stability or future economic development of properties surrounding the area. The approval of this application supports Policy 4.5 of the Economic Development Element of the General Plan. This policy encourages making land use decisions based not on purely Resolution No. 2020-xx 75A-16 Page 2 of 9