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CUP No. 2022-11 – Roquette Café & Bistro July 25, 2022 Page 3 2 8 2 0 The purpose of regulating establishments that sell alcoholic beverages is to set forth operating practices and procedures and to minimize impacts to surrounding areas. Staff has reviewed the applicant’s request to sell beer and wine under a Type 41 ABC License and has determined that the proposed CUP will not be detrimental to the health, safety, and welfare of the community. The proposed sale of beer and wine for on premise consumption is consistent with several goals and policies of the General Plan. Policy 1.1 of the General Plan Land Use Element encourages development that fosters compatibility between land uses to enhance livability. The eating establishment would be located within a suite previously occupied by similar land uses where the ABC License would not alter the nature of the business or introduce new impacts but expand the offerings of the establishment. Additionally, the proposed license would afford the business the opportunity to offer additional products to the surrounding community and encourage livability for the employees of the building and neighboring residents. Therefore, the proposed project also supports Goal 1 and 2 of the Land Use Element to provide a land use plan that improves quality of life, respects the existing community, and provides a balance of land uses that meet Santa Ana’s diverse needs. The proposed sale of beer and wine for on premise consumption will not be detrimental to the health, safety, and welfare of the community. Policy 2.6 of the Land Use Element promotes rehabilitation of properties and encourages increased levels of capital investment to create a safe and attractive environment. In line with this policy, the applicant is proposing to make onsite improvements to include new finishes, furnishings, and replacing the existing patio enclosure with a glass and wrought iron railing to open up the space. Furthermore, Policy 2.7 of the Land Use Element supports land use decisions that encourage the creation, development, and retention of business in Santa Ana. Allowing the business the ability to serve beer and wine along will allow Roquette Café & Bistro to enhance business offerings and compete with nearby full-service restaurants that offer similar services thus support the creation of the new business. Moreover, Policy 4.1 of the Land Use Element supports developments promote complete neighborhoods by encouraging a mix of complementary uses, community services, and people place within a walkable area. Approval of this CUP would promote the success of the eating establishment that would offer various goods within a walkable distance for employees or neighboring residents. The establishment will comply with the operational standards set forth in Section 41-196(g) of the SAMC, which will mitigate impacts to public health, safety, and welfare. Therefore, staff recommends approval of the proposed CUP. Police Department Analysis The Police Department reviews CUP applications for the sale and service of alcoholic beverages in order to ensure that the potential crime and nuisance behaviors associated 7/25/2022 Planning Commission 3 –3