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Appeal Application No. 2025-02 — Forty Martyrs Armenian Church Middle School (5311 <br /> W. McFadden Avenue) <br /> February 3, 2026 <br /> Page 7 <br /> use designation of Low Density Residential (LR-7), which is intended to preserve <br /> residential neighborhoods. The proposed expansion to the existing private school will <br /> contribute to the creation of a complete neighborhood, as intended by the General Plan. <br /> Furthermore, approval of this application would be consistent with several goals and <br /> policies of the General Plan, specifically Goals 1, 2, 3, and 4 of the Land Use (LU) Element <br /> as discussed below. <br /> Goal LU-1 seeks to provide a land use plan that improves the quality of life and respects <br /> the existing community. Moreover, Policy LU-1.1 seeks to foster the compatibility between <br /> land uses to enhance livability and promote healthy lifestyles. The proposed Project will <br /> continue to provide a private school to the surrounding community, without disrupting the <br /> existing community. As mentioned above, the church campus is not accessed from any <br /> of the surrounding residential communities. Therefore, the proposed school building will <br /> maintain the aspect of the neighborhood while providing an added service to the <br /> community. <br /> Goal LU-2 seeks to provide a balance of land uses that meet Santa Ana's diverse needs. <br /> Moreover, Policy LU-2.3 seeks to provide a diversity of land uses that support residents, <br /> visitors, and businesses, such as areas for community gatherings. The proposed Project <br /> will continue to provide a school use where the community can gather during hours of <br /> operation and/or during special events. <br /> Goal LU-3 seeks to preserve and improve the character of existing neighborhoods and <br /> districts. Moreover, Policy LU-3.1 supports new development which provides a net <br /> community benefit and contributes to neighborhood character and identity. The proposed <br /> Project will provide additional square footage to the existing school use and church <br /> campus. As mentioned above, the new school building will not disrupt the existing <br /> neighborhood. Additionally, the proposed architecture is meant to improve the site's <br /> character and the surrounding community. <br /> Goal LU-4 supports a sustainable City through improvements to the built environment <br /> and a culture of collaboration. Policy LU-4.1 promotes complete neighborhoods by <br /> encouraging a mix of complementary uses, community services, and people places within <br /> a walkable area. As proposed, the Project will promote a complete neighborhood by <br /> providing school uses to the surrounding residential community within the vicinity. The <br /> school will act as an added service for the neighboring properties and nearby <br /> neighborhoods. <br /> Since the submission of Appeal Application No. 2025-02, the scope of work for the <br /> proposed school expansion has remained the same, and the analysis previously <br /> completed for CUP No. 1982-18-MOD-1 continues to be applicable. Furthermore, a <br /> detailed summary of the appellant's claims and staff's corresponding analysis and <br /> responses is provided in Exhibit 6. <br /> City Council 18 — 7 2/3/2026 <br />