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• 2. That the granting of a variance or minor exception is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of one or more substantial property rights. The approval of this minor exception will allow the property owners to enjoy the use of their property to accommodate the unique needs of an individual family member. The expansion of a bedroom at the front of the residence is necessary due to the current usage of this room for the special needs of this individual. The expansion to the front of the residence allows the special use needs to continue with minimal internaption. 3. That the granting of a variance or minor exception will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to surrounding property. The granting of minor exception will not be detrimental or injurious to the surrounding properties. The addition will be aesthetically compatible with the existing structure and with surrounding properties. The encroachment of approximately 10 percent into the prevailing front yard setback will not have a significant impact on the existing neighborhood character and will provide architectural treatment typically found throughout • the area. Goal 2.7 of the Urban Design Element states that projects must exhibit a functional, comfortable scale in relation to the neighborhood. The addition will accomplish this goal. 4. That the granting of a variance or minor exception will not adversely affect the General Plan of the City. The requested minor exception will not adversely affect the General Plan, as it will be consistent with the goals and policies expressed in that document. Goal 3.5 of the Urban Design Element Policy Plan is to encourage residential alterations that are consistent with the architectural character of the neighborhood. The addition will be compatible with the existing neighborhood and with the existing single-family residence. The encroachment into the front yard setback will not significantly impact the prevailing setback and has been designed to be consistent with the architectural elements of the existing residence. D. Categorical Exemption Environmental Review No. 03-097 will be filed for this project pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act. Section 2. The Zoning Administrator of the City of Santa Ana, after conducting • the public hearing, hereby approves Minor Exception No. 2003-05.