31B - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CONNIE JONES

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Conditional Use Permit No. 2010-12 August 9, 2010 Page 3 The Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC) allows for neighborhood and community service centers in the R2 zone subject to the approval of a conditional use permit. Because the previous facility began operation prior to the establishment of this requirement and, as such, did not have the conditional use permit needed to operate a community/neighborhood center in the R2 zone, the new project triggered the requirement for such a permit (SAMC 41-247.5 and 41.232.5(g)). The facility has been designed to comply with the City's residential development standards. For example, the project has been designed to comply with both the front and side yard setback standards. A 20-foot landscape setback will be provided along Second Street, with a 10-foot landscaped setback provided along Forest Avenue. Both of these setbacks are consistent with the development pattern found in the neighborhood. Further, the building has been designed to have the appearance of a residential structure and will utilize color and materials found in the area. Also, the overall height of the building will not exceed the 27-foot maximum allowed in a residential zone. Additionally, a landscaped buffer and a six-foot high block wall will be provided at the north and west property lines to separate the Center from the adjacent uses. Finally, five new parking spaces and a loading zone will be provided for the Center. Neighborhood Outreach On July 20, 2010, the Artesia-Pilar neighborhood held a meeting to discuss the project. During the meeting, the neighborhood made positive comments regarding the architecture of the building and indicated that it would be a good addition to the neighborhood. They appreciated the added security features (lighting, lockable gates, alarm), the new indoor eating area and the preservation of the large tree on the site. A concern with the conflict between the school release times and the Centers lunch time crowd were raised and the Center staff addressed this concern. At the conclusion of the meeting, the neighborhood noted that the Center has been a good neighbor in the past and was supportive of the reconstruction of the Southwest Community Center. Conclusion The reconstruction of the Southwest Community Center will allow the facility to continue to provide needed services to the underprivileged segment of the community. To address concerns related to the proposal, staff has included conditions of approval that mitigate these issues. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Conditional Use Permit No. 2010-12 as conditioned. 31 B-5