2020-034 - Approving General Plan Amendment No. 2020-01

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Transportation Agency bus routes along Main Street which connects to the Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center and the Anaheim Regional Intermodal Center which provides rail service throughout California; and the project is in close proximity to the Santiago Creek Bike Trail which connects to regional bike trails. Broadway and Main Street are within a major urban corridor that has cultural, educational, employment and retail destinations (Bowers Museum, Discovery Science Center, Main Place Mall, and in the City of Orange the Children's Hospital of Orange County and St. Joseph's Hospital of Orange County). Therefore, the residential development would be within close proximity to major employment centers and retail establishments. The Project will also provide an additional housing option for those seeking housing within the jobs rich central area of the City. The development will complement the nearby mid-rise office buildings located along Broadway and Main Street to the east of the site. The residential use is consistent with the residential uses in the surrounding areas. Urban Design (UD) Element, Goal 1: to improve the physical appearance of the City through development of districts that project a sense of place, positive community image, and quality environment. UD Policy 1.1. New development and redevelopment must have the highest quality design, materials, finishes and construction. UD Policy 1.11 Visual and physical links between districts, nodes, and significant sites, landmarks and other points of interest, are to be provided in all public and private projects. The building will be of high quality design and include high quality materials such as decorative glass and metal panels/accents. The building is designed with a major courtyard at the ground level to enhance the experience of the building. The Project is adjacent to Main Street, which is identified as a major path in the General Plan and is an opportunity to establishment a cohesive, height intensity, mixed activity center with a strong presence in the region. The new development will include public art, convey a sense of place, and contribute to the urban image for the City. Finally, the Project promotes elements of a Gateway into Downtown by developing the site with a building with attractive architectural features, projecting a positive image for the City of Santa Ana. C. The proposed General Plan Amendment will not adversely affect the public health, safety, and welfare in that the General Plan Amendment will not result in incompatible land uses on adjacent properties, inconsistencies with any General Plan goals or policies, or adverse impacts to the environment. SECTION 5. INDEMNIFICATION. The Applicant shall indemnify, protect, defend and hold the City and/or any of its officials, officers, employees, agents, Resolution No. 2020-034 Page 4 of 16