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CUP Nos. 2012 -11, 2012 -12 & 2012 -13 -MOD October 28, 2013 Page 5 The proposed expansion of the after -hours operations area will provide an ancillary service to the restaurant customers by allowing them the ability to offer meals after 12:00 midnight, thereby providing an additional dining option within the downtown area. This will benefit the community by providing a restaurant with an additional and complementary food - related amenity. The after -hours operation is consistent with that of other restaurants in the downtown. Conditions have been placed on the after -hours permit that will mitigate any potential impacts created by the use and ensure that the use will not negatively affect the surrounding community. The proposed expansion of the after -hours operations area at this location will not be detrimental to persons residing or working in the vicinity because conditions have been placed upon the permit that will mitigate any potential negative or adverse Impacts that could be created by the use, and the proposed after -hours operation is consistent with other restaurants operating in the downtown. Further, the building location fronts on the Spurgeon promenade, which is a frequent location for community activities involving outdoor entertainment and significant public activity. Specific conditions address the potential for noise and light intrusion, as well as for security. The proposed expansion of the after -hours operations area 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 previously vacant portions of the 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 12 midnight pursuant to Chapter 41 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code. 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. Conditional Use Permit No. 2012 -13 -MOD to expand the service for a banquet facility Playground restaurant also proposes allow the expanded service are to include banquet facilities, which would allow it to be closed, or a portion of it to be closed, to the general public for private events. The intent is to operate a full service restaurant; however, private events may be allowed on certain occasions. Per the SAMC, banquet facilities must have a kitchen facility, sanitation facilities, 31 C -7