RESO 2021-11_305 E 4TH STREET UNIT 200

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jmf 5-3-21 Resolution No. 2021-11 Page 3 of 7 standards imposed on a restaurant selling alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption pursuant to Chapter 41 of the SAMC. The restaurant 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 SAMC. Operational standards will ensure that 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 sale distilled spirits for on-premises consumption in addition to beer and wine at the subject location will not adversely affect the General Plan or any specific plan. The granting of CUP No. 2021-03 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 eating establishments that provide alcoholic beverages as part of their menu offers additional dining options for Santa Ana residents and visitors. Furthermore, Policy 2.9 of the Land Use Element supports developments that create a business environment that is safe and attractive. Operational standards for the proposed ABC license will maintain a safe and attractive environment in the neighborhood. Policy 5.5 of the Land Use Element encourages development that is compatible with and supporting of surrounding land uses. Native Son Alehouse is located within a two-story multi-tenant development in Downtown Santa Ana and its operation is compatible with the surrounding commercial businesses. Section 2. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is categorically exempt from further review per Section 15301 (Class 1 – Existing Facilities). Class 1 exemption applies to the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing public or private structures, facilities, mechanical equipment, or topographical features, involving negligible or no expansion of use beyond that existing at the time of the lead agency's determination. The project consists of a permit modification to allow the sale of distilled spirits for on-premises consumption in addition to beer and wine at an existing restaurant. Based on this analysis, a Notice of Exemption, Environmental Review No. 2013-40 will be filed for this project.