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The proposed expansion of the after -hours operations area 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 restaurant expansion will include a significant level of new tenant improvements representing a substantial capital investment in the building. The restaurant expansion further supports the rehabilitation of this commercial property. G. The Planning Commission determines that the following findings, which must be established in order to grant modification of this Conditional Use Permit pursuant to Santa Ana Municipal Code Section 41 -638, have been established for Conditional Use Permit No. 2012 -13 -MOD to allow for a Banquet Facility: 1. Will the proposed use provide a service or facility which will contribute to the general well being of the neighborhood or the community? The proposed expansion of the 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. 2. Will the proposed use under the circumstances of the particular case be detrimental to the health, safety, or general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity? The proposed expansion of the 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. Resolution No. 2013 -26 31 C -20 Page 5 of 15