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EIR No. 2004-01; ZOA No. 2004-06; DA No. 2004-04; CUP No. 2004-28; VTTM No. 2004-06; and SPR No. 2004-05 October 25, 2004 Page 9 The vesting nature of the map ensures that the standards to be applied to the project will be those adopted with the approval of the map. The map is designed to be in compliance with the applicable development standards found in Chapter 34 and the Specific Development document. Site Plan Review Santa Ana Municipal code requires a review by Planning Commission of all plans within a specific development area to ensure the project is in conformi ty with the specific development standards. The review also ensures that the buildings, structures and grounds are in keeping with the neighborhood and will not be detrimental to the development of the specific development zone. The proposed project is in compliance with all applicable development standards including the General Plan, Municipal Code and the City Place Specific Development Plan (SD-59), as amended. Additionally, the proposal is in keeping with the surrounding area and will improve the desirability of investment in the City. Finally, the project has been determined to be in compliance with applicable parking, landscaping and architectural provisions governing the project. The City Place development project will enhance and provide a positive improvement to the north Main Street districts through the development of a significant vacant parcel of land at Main Street and Memory Lane. The development of this site with high quality design, materials and finishes, the inclusion of a public art and plazas, and the creation of a physical and visual link along the Main Street commercial corridor and the Main Place Mall will help in energizing and strengthening this northern gateway area. The proj ect will reinforce an active, vibrant urban lifestyle envisioned within the District Center designation of the General Plan. Additionally, the project will be of direct benefit to the community by providing additional housing and service opportunities in the City. The project addresses many goals and policies of the General Plan by assisting in the growth of an economically viable corridor, provision of a variety of residential land uses and the construction of a high quality development project. 75A-42