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Conditional Use Permit No. 2014 -05 Variance No. 2014 -01 March 10, 2014 Page 4 • 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 Boys and Girls Club is a community facility for all ages with programs that range from after school programs for both local residents and school children to youth sports and adult education. The proposed modifications to the existing facility and new expansion will provide the space and amenities necessary to serve more members of the community resulting in the increased well- being of the neighborhood and surrounding area. • The promotion of good health, safety and welfare of its members and community as a whole are key goals of the Boys and Girls Club organization. The remodel of an existing facility and its continued operation will not be detrimental to the health, safety, or welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity. The Club has been in operation since 1956 and is an established community asset. • The continued use and expansion of the Boys and Girls Club at its present location will continue to provide life- enhancing programs and character development incentives that foster hope, opportunity, and economic stability. Its operation will provide further economic stability and will have no detrimental effects to the economic development of properties in the area. • The remodel and expansion of an existing neighborhood community center will be in compliance with the regulations and conditions identified in Chapter 41 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code, including the Multiple - Family Residence (133) development standards applicable to this use, The new lobby areas and new garage construction will comply with all building setback and applicable standards. • The Boys and Girls Club expansion will not adversely affect the General Plan as the project is consistent with Policy 1.7 of the City's General Plan Land Use Element as the Boys and Girls Club supports the development of commercial and nonprofit recreational facilities and services. In addition, this neighborhood community center is consistent with Policy 3.1, which supports development that provides a positive contribution to neighborhood character and identity. 31A-6