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CUP Nos. 2013 -12, 2013 -13 & 2013 -14 October 28, 2013 Page 6 • The proposed use will not adversely affect the economic stability of the area, but will instead allow the restaurant to compete with other nearby restaurants that also offer after -hours meals to their patrons. The extension of operating hours will enable the restaurant to continue their operations for a longer period of time, thereby allowing them to generate more revenue to ensure their continued economic viability. The proposed use will serve to re- tenant a previously vacant building, thereby decreasing the number of vacant tenant spaces that may affect the economic stability of the area. • As conditioned, the proposed project will be in compliance with all applicable regulations and conditions imposed on a restaurant open after midnight pursuant to Chapter 41 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code. • The proposed use will not adversely affect the General Plan. The granting of this Conditional Use Permit supports several policies contained in the General Plan, Policy 2.2 of the Land Use Element encourages land uses that accommodate the City's needs for goods and services. Providing a variety of full - service restaurants with extended hours of operation offers additional dining options for Santa Ana residents and visitors. Policy 2.8 of the Land Use Element promotes the rehabilitation of commercial properties, and encourages increased levels of capital investment. The South Counties Gas Building has undergone a significant rehabilitation effort representing a large capital investment. The re- tenanting of this building with a full - service restaurant use further supports the rehabilitation of this commercial property. Policy 4.2 of the Land Use Element encourages the retention and reuse of historical buildings and sites. The South Counties Gas Building is listed on the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties. The rehabilitation and re- tenanting of this building supports its retention and reuse. ConcTitional_ Use _Pen-nit No. 2013 -14 to allow a banauet facilit The Volstead restaurant also proposes an ancillary banquet facility, which would allow it to be used for private events only as an ancillary operation of the business. Per the SAMC, banquet facilities must have a kitchen facility, sanitation facilities, and a licensed security guard for every 100 persons in attendance per event. As proposed, the project meets or exceeds the standards for a banquet use. The following findings support the recommendation of approval for the banquet facility. • The proposed banquet facility permit will provide an ancillary service to the restaurant and their customers by providing a space to host special functions, This will benefit the community by providing an additional venue for special events and celebrations. Conditions have been placed on the banquet facility permit that will mitigate any potential impacts created by the use and to ensure that the use will not negatively affect the surrounding community. • The proposed banquet facility permit at this location will not be detrimental to persons residing or working in the vicinity because conditions have been placed on the permit that will mitigate any potential negative or adverse impacts created by the use. In addition, a banquet facility at this location will provide a supplementary service to the community; all activities will occur within the premises and is incidental to the primary restaurant use. 31A-8