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Resolution No. 2025-10 Page 3 of 11 would be less than 5-foot candles as required by the City’s design guidelines and range from 0.49 to 4.2-foot candles at the property line. Beyond the property line, the illumination would reduce to 0.0- foot candles as a result of caref ul placement, light shields, and landscaping. Within the drive-through lane, through the landscape plan, enhanced shrubs and vegetation will act as a buffer, screening vehicular lights and areas outside of the drive-through. In commercial and parking areas, a minimum of 1-foot candle light is provided throughout the site for a well illuminated area which contributes to overall safety and security. The primary noise sources associated with the proposed Dutch Bros would consist of drive-through operations (e.g., sound from the employees taking orders and vehicles idling/queuing in the drive- thru lanes), parking lot noise, and mechanical equipment. To mitigate noise concerns, the Applicant proposes enhanced landscaping along the northern property line wall with Davis Gold Toyon shrubs and Australian Willow trees. These plants can grow up to the height of the perimeter wall in order to provide additional sound attenuation, which would supplement existing/proposed perimeter block walls. Moreover, the nearest residence, located north at 2232-2240 Lenita Lane, is buffered by an existing parking area consisting of carports and is physically located approximately 126 feet from the drive-through area, further acting as a natural barrier towards any noise generated by drive- through operations. Relating to traffic concerns, Dutch Bros has prepared an onsite queuing Traffic Management Plan (Exhibit 9) during peak hours to address emergency overflow scenarios. Under this plan, Dutch Bros staff will deploy employees to key areas of the drive-through to expedite operations. “Drink Runners” will deliver food orders more quickly, “Line Busters” will take orders more efficiently, and “Traffic Coordinators” will manage parking lot circulation to ensure smooth traffic flow and prevent sensitive areas from being blocked. Additionally, during peak hours of operation, access to the drive- through will be restricted to Tustin Avenue frontage road. Per the traffic management plan, temporary directional signage will be installed to close ingress driveway areas and direct traffic into the site from Tustin frontage road. Therefore, the Project would not be detrimental to the health, safety, or general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity. 3. That the proposed use will not adversely affect the present economic stability or future economic development of properties surrounding the area. The drive-through will not adversely affect the economic stability or future economic development of properties in the surrounding area,