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CUP 2014 -49, VA No. 2014 -07 & VA No. 2014 -08 December 8, 2014 Page 5 The project will provide a service or facility which will contribute to the community. Expanding the current care home will provide additional housing and support services for those in need in the community. As part of the expansion, the site will be improved with additional open space, decorative wrought iron fencing and other aesthetic improvements to create a pleasant environment for the care home residents as well as the surrounding neighborhood. Further, the care home will provide a safe and nurturing environment for people living with schizophrenia spectrum disorders that might otherwise be without housing and key support services. The expansion of the care home and support services to serve 12 additional residents will not be detrimental to persons residing or working in the area as the facility is located within an area of the City that is predominantly residential in nature. The John Henry Foundation care home provides services to care for some of the most vulnerable members of society, in a well maintained and supportive environment. Finally, the project design and ongoing site management will mitigate any negative or adverse impacts created by the use that could otherwise affect the health, safety, or general welfare of the surrounding neighborhood and businesses. The proposed use will not adversely affect the economic stability of the area; but instead will provide a well maintained and operated service to the community. The expanded care home would include improvement to the property and streetscape including new decorative fencing, additional landscaping, and architectural enhancements. In addition, a number of the care home residents attend local colleges and volunteer at a number of community locations contributing the overall community. The use of the site as a secured care home, in conjunction with the improvements that will be made to the site, will enhance the economic viability of the area. • The use will be in compliance with all regulations and provisions of Chapter 41 (Zoning Code) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code. Site improvements are proposed to the parking lot and on -site circulation that will bring the site into compliance with the Zoning Code. The remaining items that are not in compliance with the Zoning Code are intended to be addressed by the requested variances for setbacks and the front yard fence. The proposed use will not adversely affect the General Plan, but rather support its goals. Goal 1 of the Land Use Element encourages uses that promote a balance of land uses that address basic community needs. Goal 2 encourages uses that enhance the City's economic and fiscal viability, The care home expansion will further these goals as the care home expansion includes physical improvements to enhance the property, thereby contributing to the overall integrity of the neighborhood. Housing Element Goal 2 seeks to provide a diversity of quality housing, affordability levels, and living experiences that accommodate Santa Ana's residents and workforce of all household types, income levels, and age groups to foster an inclusive community. Goal 4 seeks adequate housing opportunities and support services for people with disabilities, and people needing emergency, transitional or supportive housing. 31A-7