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CUP Nos. 2014 -11 & 2014 -12 May 27, 2014 Page 8 • The proposed conditional use permit for a computer gaming and spectator facility at this location will not be detrimental to persons residing or working in the vicinity because conditions have been placed on the use that will mitigate any potential negative or adverse impacts created by the typical and event day configurations. The tenant, eSports Arena, will maintain the technology, procedures, and staffing required in order to ensure that the facility remains compliant with local and State laws. In addition, the use will occur within the interior of the premises, with no outdoor operations proposed at the location. Staff and security personnel will maintain the area's order, preventing impacts to adjacent sidewalks or streets from pedestrian activity or vehicular circulation. The tenancy of the Ramona Building, located on one of Downtown's most important corridors, will enhance the safety of the immediate vicinity by reducing vacancy at the site and bringing more activity to the area, thereby enhancing security in the surrounding area. • The proposed use will not adversely affect the economic stability of the area but will instead allow the facility to operate, thereby reducing the vacancy rate in the Ramona Building and creating the possibility for patrons to support other local, complementing uses such as retail stores, service uses, or restaurants. The tenant suites in which eSports Arena is proposed have undergone significant investment in order to modernize the building in preparation for a high - technology use such as eSports Arena. The conditional use permit will allow eSports Arena to operate, enhancing the economic viability of the Ramona Building, and contributes to the overall success of Santa Ana's Downtown by reducing vacancies, promoting the success of a local business, and allowing the facility's patrons the ability to support other local businesses. • As conditioned, the proposed project will be in compliance with all applicable regulations and conditions imposed on a computer gaming and spectator facility pursuant to Chapter 41 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code. The facility will be primarily maintained as a computer gaming facility, with technology and staff available to ensure that the use remain in compliance with the City's curfew laws and with the standards in place for venues that offer computers for skill - based gaming for use to the general public. • 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 venue that offers computer gaming and an arena for special events offers additional recreation options for Santa Ana residents and visitors. The granting of this conditional use permit also contributes to the development of Downtown Santa Ana as a regional destination. Furthermore, Policy 2.8 of the Land Use Element promotes the rehabilitation of commercial properties, and encourages increased levels of capital investment. The Ramona Building has undergone a significant amount of rehabilitation in anticipation of the project, with additional improvements intended to restore the building to its original nature. The tenancy of eSports Arena within the Ramona Building will help ensure 31 B -10