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Resolution No. 2020-xx Page 3 of 8 commercial establishments that are open past midnight and remain economically viable and contribute to the overall success of the City of Santa Ana. 4. That the proposed use will comply with the regulations and conditions specified in Chapter 41 for such use. The proposed conditional use permit will be in compliance with all applicable regulations and operational standards for businesses operating after-hours pursuant to Chapter 41 of the SAMC. Operational standards will ensure the project remains in compliance with all applicable codes and regulations related to after-hours operations 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 after-hours operations at this location will not adversely affect the General Plan or any specific plan. The granting of this conditional use permit supports several policies contained in the General Plan. Policy 2.2 of the Land Use Element encourages land uses that accommodate the City’s needs for goods and services. Providing a variety of full-service uses that offer after-hours operations as part of their service provides a general sense of well-being to the neighborhood as it provides a theater option for Santa Ana residents and visitors in a much needed area of the city. Furthermore, Policy 2.9 of the Land Use Element supports developments that create a business environment that is safe and attractive. Applicable operational standards for the proposed after-hours sales, service, and consumption of alcoholic beverages will maintain a safe and attractive environment in the neighborhood. Finally, Policy 5.5 of the Land Use Element encourages development that is compatible with and supporting of surrounding land uses. The Frida Cinema is located within the downtown district and its operations will be compatible with the surrounding commercial businesses. Section 2. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the recommended action is exempt from CEQA per Section 15301 – Class 1 (Existing Facilities). The request for a conditional use permit to allow the after-hours operation of the facility consists of the permitting or minor alteration of an existing private structure involving negligible or no expansion of the use beyond that 4 -19