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Resolution No. 2021-XXX Page 2 of 7 occurs on the site, it is a target for nuisance activity such as trespassing, graffiti, and litter. A four-foot high fence would not preclude trespassing. The purpose and intent of the fence code requirement is to prevent a “fortress-like” appearance along the street frontage in commercial and industrial areas; however, the size and scale of the proposed fence is compatible with the use and building on site and would allow for visibility into the site. Additionally, site improvements such as landscaping and rehabilitating the building façade will enhance the visual appearance of the site’s frontage. 2. That the granting of a minor exception is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of one or more substantial property rights. Granting the minor exception is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights as approval of this minor exception maintains the rights of the property owners to utilize their property without vandalism and vagrancy. Therefore, a seven-foot high fence at the property line is needed to provide adequate security. Further, the view of the building will not be obstructed as it has been designed to maintain visibility into the site as required by the Police Department and Orange County Fire Authority. 3. That the granting of a minor exception will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to surrounding property. The granting of this minor exception will not be detrimental to the public or surrounding properties as the proposed front yard (wrought iron) fence will be built to complement the existing building, and will not be located on adjacent properties. In the past year, the subject site has had 11 Code Enforcement cases related to transient encampments, litter and graffiti. Granting the minor exception will secure the site from nuisance activities and improve public welfare and safety. 4. That the granting of a minor exception will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City. The project will not adversely affect the General Plan as the proposed minor exception is consistent with Goal 3.0 of the Urban Design Element, which is to create and maintain a pleasant travel experience and strong orientation to the community through coordinated on-site and streetscape design. In conjunction with the proposed fence, the building façade will be painted and new landscaping will be installed to meet the requirements of the M1 Light Industrial zoning district and enhance the street frontage. Policy 1.4 of the Urban Design Element states development and other design features that prevent loitering, vandalism, graffiti, and