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Resolution No. 2025-XX Page 2 of 11 use is proposed is not within five hundred (500) feet of an arterial street (as defined in the city's circulation element) or freeway, or within one thousand (1,000) feet of a freeway intersection. The Ordinance provides for discretionary consideration to ensure alignment with City land use objectives and to address potential impacts as appropriate. G. Pursuant to SAMC Section 41-649, any modification to an approved conditional use permit, variance, or minor exception requires refiling of a new application. H. The existing self-storage facility authorized under CUP No. 76-38 for the site remains valid under its original approval, despite the separation criteria in SAMC Section 41-472.5(p), which requires a minimum distance from arterial streets and freeways, applying to all new CUP applications. I. On March 27, 2024, the Applicant submitted a Development Project application for the proposed expansion of the existing self-storage facility. J. On September 25, 2025, the Project was determined to have met the requirements and conditions of the City’s Development Review Committee (DRC) to complete the Development Project review process. K. On December 8, 2025, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing for CUP No. 76-38-MOD-1. L. The Planning Commission of the City of Santa Ana determines that the following findings, which must be established in order to grant a CUP pursuant to SAMC Sections 41-649 and 41-638, have been established for CUP No. 76-38-MOD-1 for expansion of an existing self-storage facility at 212-280 N. Sullivan and 2602 W. Fifth streets: 1. That the proposed use will provide a service or facility which will contribute to the general wellbeing of the neighborhood or community. The Project will directly benefit the neighborhood by updating an existing self-storage facility with a modern, secure, and climate-controlled building that meets the needs of local residents and businesses. The Project supports residents in higher-density areas that may otherwise lack sufficient onsite storage facilities. The new design and improved landscaping along Sullivan and Fifth streets will make the area more visually attractive, while allowing the business to continue serving as a land use buffer, helping to maintain a transitional use between adjacent residential and nearby sensitive receptors from existing industrial activity in the vicinity. These improvements address the community’s growing demand for storage while improving the visual appearance of the neighborhood, in line with the City’s goals for housing diversity, investment, and good urban design. 2. That the proposed use will not, under the circumstances of the particular