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Conditional Use Permit No. 2011-21 October 10, 2011 Page 3 • That the proposed use will comply with the regulations and conditions specified in Chapter 41 for such use. • That the proposed use will not adversely affect the General Plan of the city or any specific plan applicable to the area of the proposed use. If these findings can be made, then it is appropriate to grant the conditional use permit. Conversely, the inability to make these findings would result in a denial. Using this information staff has prepared the following analysis, which, in turn forms the basis for the recommendation contained in this report. In analyzing the conditional use permit request staff believes that the following findings of fact warrant approval of the conditional use permit. The project will provide a service or facility which will contribute to the community. The facility is a cement manufacturing facility that will provide needed construction materials and supplies to development sites in the area. Further, the business will provide needed employment opportunities for residents that live in the City. The proposed cement manufacturing facility will not be detrimental to persons residing or working in the area as the facility is located within an area of the City that is predominantly industrial in nature. Further, improvements will be made to the site, including the installation of water clarifiers and biofilters, which will bring the site into compliance with local and regional water quality statutes. Additionally, enhancements such as the construction of new block walls and the planting of additional landscaping will be made to the site that will provide visual and aesthetic upgrades to the site. Finally, conditions have been placed on the project that will mitigate any negative or adverse impacts created by the use that could otherwise affect the health, safety, or general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity. • The proposed use will not adversely affect the economic stability of the area but will instead identify the site as a viable site to conduct business. The site was previously vacant and has since been occupied by a use that is consistent with the zoning for the property. The reuse of the site, in conjunction with the improvements that will be made to the site, will enhance the economic viability of the area. • The use will be in compliance with all regulations and provisions of Chapter 41 (Zoning Code) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code. Site improvements are proposed that will bring the site into compliance with the Zoning Code. A new 10-foot high block wall will be built along the perimeter of the property to mitigate any visual blight, noise and/or dust related concerns. In addition, improvements to the signage, landscaping and roof mounted equipment will be made to bring the site into compliance with code. Finally, on-site improvements will be made that will ensure the facility complies with local, regional and federal water quality standards. 31A-5