Reso25-37_2745 W McFadden Ave CUP-25-27

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Resolution No. 2025-37 Page 2 of 15 residential zones and uses at 1001 S. Fairview Street, and a reduced front- yard landscaped area of seven feet for the property located at 2745 W. McFadden Avenue. D. On December 8, 2025, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on CUP No. 2025-27. E. The Planning Commission of the City of Santa Ana determines that the following findings, which must be established in order to grant approval of a CUP pursuant to Section 41-638 of the SAMC, have been established for CUP No. 2025-27 to allow the after-hours operation at a convenience retail store located at 2745 West McFadden Avenue. 1. That the proposed use will provide a service or facility which will contribute to the general well being of the neighborhood or the community; and The proposed 7-Eleven convenience store and service station will provide a valuable, neighborhood-serving amenity by offering essential goods and services accessible to residents, employees, students, and visitors at all hours of the day. The proposed 24-hour operation will enhance convenience and safety for the community by ensuring that fuel, food, and other necessities are available to those who work late-night shifts, travel during off-peak hours, or require emergency provisions. Located at the prominent intersection of McFadden Avenue and Fairview Street, the Project will activate an underutilized site along two major commercial corridors, contributing to a more vibrant and functional streetscape. The enhanced lighting, upgraded landscaping, and contemporary building design will improve nighttime visibility, deter nuisance activity, and foster a safer environment for both patrons and the surrounding neighborhood. Collectively, the Project’s continuous operation and physical improvements will strengthen the area’s accessibility, security, and overall community well-being. 2. That the proposed use will not, under the circumstances of the particular case, be detrimental to the health, safety, or general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity. The proposed 7-Eleven convenience store and service station will not be detrimental to the health, safety or welfare of those residing or working in the vicinity. The 24-hour operation has been carefully designed and conditioned to minimize potential impacts to nearby residential and commercial uses. The site