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Appeal Application No. 2025-01 for Revocation of LUC No. 2003-03 – Money For Cans (2610 W. Edinger Avenue) April 14, 2025 Page 8 4 9 0 6 •Goal LU-1: Growing Responsibly. Provide a land use plan that improves quality of life and respects our existing community o Policy LU-1.1 Compatible Uses. Foster compatibility between land uses to enhance livability and promote healthy lifestyles. •Goal LU-3: Compatibility of Uses. Preserve and improve the character and integrity of existing neighborhoods and districts. o Policy LU-3.3 Enforcement of Standards. Maintain a robust and proactive code enforcement program that partners with community stakeholders and is responsive to community needs. Revoking the LUC supports responsible growth and preserves neighborhood character by fostering compatible land uses. This action reinforces the City's expectation for responsible business operations and strengthens neighborhood livability. It also demonstrates Santa Ana's commitment to a responsive Code Enforcement Division that addresses community needs. •Goal CM-3: Active Living and Well-being. Promote the health and wellness of all Santa Ana residents. o Policy CM-3.2 Healthy Neighborhoods. Continue to support the creation of healthy neighborhoods by addressing public safety, land use conflicts, hazardous soil contamination, incompatible uses, and maintaining building code standards. The revocation is consistent with this General Plan Community Element goal and policy, as it addresses land use conflicts and public safety concerns that impact community well- being. This action will promote a healthy neighborhood by addressing Money for Cans’ noncompliant recycling facility operations, which has created nuisance conditions and numerous health and safety violations. •Goal N-2: Noise Generators. Reduce the impact of known sources of noise and vibration. o Policy N-2.2 Stationary Related Noise. Minimize noise impacts from commercial and industrial facilities adjacent to residential uses or zones where residential uses are permitted. The revocation is consistent with this General Plan Noise Element goal and policy as the property, currently used as an small collection facility, poses a noise risk to the nearest residential development, which is approximately five feet away. The continued operation of the collection facility, conflicts with the General Plan's goals and policies. The revocation will reduce noise impacts adjacent to the residential area, thereby ensuring that commercial operations respect the needs of existing neighborhoods and minimizes negative impacts on residents. Public Notification and Community Outreach Project notifications were posted, published, and mailed in accordance with SAMC Section 41-677 regulations. A ten-day notice was provided prior to the public hearing, exceeding the