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CUP Nos. 2014 -11 & 2014 -12 May 27, 2014 Page 7 • 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 variety of uses in Downtown with extended hours of operation offers additional commercial activity 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 proposed use. eSports Arena's tenancy will help ensure the long -term maintenance of the building, which contains "Key' status on the local register of historic buildings. Further, Policy 2.9 of the Land Use Element supports developments that create a business environment that is safe and attractive. Conditions of approval have been placed on this conditional use permit and the proposed conditional use permit for indoor commercial recreation that will maintain a safe and attractive environment in Downtown Santa Ana. Finally, Policy 5.5 of the Land Use Element encourages development that is compatible with and supporting of surrounding land uses. The proposed facility will be located in a commercial area and its operations will be compatible with the surrounding commercial businesses. Indoor Commercial Recreation (CUP No. 2014 -12} The proposed indoor commercial recreation conditional use permit will allow the tenant, eSports Arena, to operate as a computer gaming facility with arena -style spectator events on occasion. The tenant intends to charge a membership fee for individuals and /or groups who wish to patronize the facility on a regular basis. Moreover, spectators will be charged a fee for admission during arena - style special events. Conditions of approval have been placed upon the use in order to mitigate potential concerns or impacts that arise from operating a computer gaming and spectator facility. The following findings support the recommendation of approval for the indoor commercial recreation conditional use permit. • The proposed indoor commercial recreation venue will provide a service to the community by allowing an additional recreational use within the City and by adding a use to Downtown that will complement the existing commercial uses, such as retail and dining, within the vicinity. The computer gaming and spectator facility has the potential to draw clientele from local areas as well as from afar, enhancing the commercial base of downtown and enhancing the viability of other commercial uses in the area. Conditions of approval will mitigate any potential impacts created by the use and ensure that the use will not negatively affect the surrounding community. The eSports Arena facility will offer a range of services that includes computer gaming over a secure local area network, spectator /arena -style events, and a retail component. This unique use will contribute to the diversification of the range of goods and services available to the Downtown and Citywide patrons. 31 B -9