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The proposed use will not adversely affect the present <br />economic stability or future economic development of <br />properties surrounding the area. The approval of this <br />application supports Policy 4.5 of the Economic <br />Development Element of the General Plan. This policy <br />encourages making land use decisions based not on purely <br />fiscal considerations and stresses the importance of the <br />qualitative implications that are associated with new uses. <br />The approval of a 24-hour operation for the convenience <br />store at this location will positively influence the present and <br />future economic stability of the property and will diversify the <br />products and services offered within the general area. <br />Further, this will allow 7-Eleven to remain competitive with <br />similar uses in the area which offer similar goods found in <br />convenience stores. <br />4. That the proposed use will comply with the regulations and <br />conditions specified in Chapter 41 for such use. <br />The proposed after-hours conditional use permit will be in <br />compliance with all applicable regulations of Chapter 41 of the <br />SAMC regarding establishments that operate on a 24-hour <br />basis. Conditions of approval have been added to ensure the <br />project remains in compliance with all applicable code and <br />regulations related to 24-hour operations and to mitigate any <br />potential impacts to the general vicinity. <br />5. That the proposed use will not adversely affect the General Plan of <br />the city or any specific plan applicable to the area of the proposed <br />use. <br />The proposed project will not adversely affect the General <br />Plan. The project is located in a General Commercial (GC) <br />General Plan land use designation which allows for <br />commercial uses such as retail, service and eating <br />establishments. The project is consistent with several goals <br />and policies of the General Plan, including the Economic <br />Development Element, Land Use Element, and Urban Design <br />Element. Land Use Element Goal 1 promotes a balance of <br />land uses to address basic community needs. Land Use <br />Element Goal 2 promotes land uses that enhance the City's <br />economic and fiscal viability. Policy 2.8 promotes rehabilitation <br />of commercial properties, and encourages increased levels of <br />capital investment. The convenience store will contribute to <br />the viability of the commercial corridor in which it is located. <br />Policy 2.9 supports developments that create a business <br />environment that is safe and attractive. The property <br />maintenance condition of approval will maintain a safe and <br />Resolution No.2020-xx <br />75A-43 <br />Page 3 of 9 <br />1 - 29 <br />