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Conditional Use Permit No. 2014 -04 April 14, 2014 Page 5 In analyzing the conditional use permit request, staff believes that the following findings of fact warrant approval of the conditional use permit. The proposed alcoholic beverage licenses will provide a service to both individuals and other businesses that wish to purchase unique craft beer and distilled spirits for personal use or resale. This will thereby benefit the community by providing an opportunity for unique and locally made products. Conditions have been placed on the alcoholic beverage control license which will mitigate any potential impacts created by the use and ensure that the use will not negatively affect the surrounding community, The proposed ABC licenses for the small beer brewery and distillery at this location will not be detrimental to persons residing or working in the vicinity because conditions have been placed on the alcoholic beverage control licenses that will mitigate any potential negative or adverse Impacts created by the use. In addition, the use is located within the Light Industrial (M -1) Zone, consistent with other manufacturing uses. The proposed use will not adversely affect the economic stability of the area, but will instead allow businesses and individuals to purchase a unique and locally brewed craft beer and distilled spirits such as whiskey, mainly for local and regional consumption. Moreover, the manufacturing of specialty products allows the industrial base to remain economically viable and contributes to the overall success of Santa Ana, helping to decrease the number of vacant tenant spaces that may affect the economic viability of the site. As conditioned, the proposed use will be in compliance with regulations and conditions that are imposed on a manufacturing use that produces, allows tastings and sells beer and distilled spirits pursuant to Chapter 41 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code. The proposed use will not adversely affect the General Plan. Policy 2.2 of the Land Use Element encourages land uses that accommodate the City's needs for goods and services. A small beer and distilled spirits manufacturer provides a specialty use for the Santa Ana community and its location within the region and contributes to the economic success of the city as a manufacturing destination. Policy 2.8 of the Land Use Element promotes the rehabilitation of commercial properties, and encourages increased levels of capital investment. The re- tenanting of the currently vacant one -half of the industrial building and tenant improvements further supports this policy. The project is also consistent with Policy 5.4 of the Land Use Element, supporting land uses which are consistent with the Land Use Plan of the Land Use Element. As proposed, the project is consistent with the Industrial (IND) land use designation. Police Department Analysis The Police Department reviews conditional use permit applications for the sale of alcoholic beverages because there is a strong correlation between the availability of alcohol and crime. Studies have shown that alcohol is a contributing factor in crimes such as drunk driving, fatal traffic 31A-7