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CUP Nos. 2014 -11 & 2014 -12 May 27, 2014 Page 6 • The proposed after -hours operations will provide an ancillary service to adults wishing to patronize the facility past 12:00 midnight and will enhance the facility's economic viability by allowing it to offer services that compete with other similar facilities where patrons currently take part in similar events. After -hours operations are an integral component of the tenant's business model, allowing its patrons to compete against players in other time zones across the globe. Moreover, the proposed hours of operation are consistent with those of many entertainment and dining venues in Downtown, contributing to the overall vitality of Downtown Santa Ana. Conditions have been placed on this operation to mitigate any potential problems created by the after -hours operation to ensure that service past midnight will not negatively impact the surrounding community, such as requiring the establishment to maintain on- premise security staff, provide security technology, and comply with the City's curfew laws. Further, measures will be taken to limit amplified sound to within the building past midnight. • The proposed after -hours operations will not be detrimental to those living or working in the area because conditions have been placed to mitigate any negative impacts on the community. These conditions are consistent with other establishments of a similar nature that have similar hours of operation and similar operational conditions. Further, the building's location along the Fifth Street commercial corridor mitigates several possible impacts from late -night operations as the site is located away from sensitive residential uses and is surrounded by other commercial uses and public facilities. Finally, the establishment will remain in compliance with the Citys curfew laws, and the operators will utilize age - verification means to ensure that minors are not present during times that conflict current laws. • The project site is situated along a commercial corridor that is appropriate for the proposed commercial use. The establishment of this venue within a vacant tenant space promotes a balance of land uses that enhances the City's economic and fiscal viability. Providing a variety of land uses in the area strengthens the economic base of the City and the Downtown area and affects the economic stability of the area in a positive manner. By providing this service, the facility will also be able to attract patrons during event day /arena -style configurations, further enhancing its economic viability. The proposed use complements the existing mix of uses in the Downtown area, providing an additional opportunity for recreation in the City while allowing the patrons at the facility to support other businesses in the immediate vicinity, such as retail stores, service uses, and restaurants. As conditioned, the proposed project will be in compliance with all applicable regulations and conditions imposed on an establishment that offers after -hours operations to members of the public pursuant to Chapter 41 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code and the Transit Zoning Code (SD84) zoning provisions. The establishment will contain the necessary equipment to ensure the security of patrons and compliance with State and local laws for curfew, prevention of illegal gaming, noise abatement, and other potential impacts. RITWOO