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The service station will not adversely affect the economic stability or future economic development of properties in the surrounding area. The service station will replace an existing vacant lot and contribute to the existing local economy by providing a commercial service to residents and visitors, as well as generate added sales tax revenue for the City. As detailed in Finding No. 2 in this Resolution, the use has been designed and conditions of approval have been added to the Conditional Use Permit to ensure the project operates in a manner that eliminates impacts onto surrounding properties and sensitive receptors. 4. That the proposed use will comply with the regulations and conditions specified in Chapter 41 for such use. The proposed use complies with the regulations and conditions in Chapter 41 including building heights, yards, parking and landscaping. A condition of approval has been added to the conditional use permit for a property maintenance agreement to be recorded against the property, which will ensure that the property and all improvements are properly maintained. Additionally, the development will also meet sustainability measures pursuant to the California Green Code, such as providing solar photovoltaic panels on the roof and electric vehicle charging stations. 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 granting of CUP No. 2023-03 supports and is consistent with several goals and policies contained in the General Plan. Specifically, the application would be consistent with Goals 2, 3, 4 of the Land Use Element ("LU"); Goals 1 and 3 of the Economic Prosperity Element ("EU"); Goal 4 of the Mobility Element ("M"); Goal 1 of the Conservation Element ("CN"); and Goal 2 of the Safety Element ("S"). The project is located within the General Commercial (GC) land use designation, which allows for highly visible and accessible shopping opportunities along arterial corridors and supports the development and continued operation of recreational, cultural, entertainment, employment, and educational opportunities near established residential neighborhoods. Goal 2 of the LU Element encourages a balance of land uses that meet Santa Ana's diverse needs. The project contributes to Goal 2 of the LU Element by providing additional services to Santa Ana residents and visitors, thereby positively contributing to the economic viability of the Resolution No. 2023-XXX Page 4 of 12