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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 full- service restaurants with extended hours of operation offers additional dining options for Santa Ana residents and visitors. Furthermore, Policy 2.8 of the Land Use Element promotes the rehabilitation of commercial properties, and encourages increased levels of capital investment. Eqeko Cafe's tenancy contributes to the maintenance and viability of the historic commercial building in which it is located. 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 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. Eqeko Cafe is located in a commercial area and its operations will be compatible with the surrounding commercial businesses. F. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act the recommended action is exempt for further review per Section 15301. The Class 1 exemption allows the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, or leasing of existing structures. The project proposes to allow the on- premise sale of beer and wine and after -hours operation at a full - service restaurant within an existing structure. No expansion of square footage or interior reconfigurations of square footages are proposed as part of the project. In addition, the structure is already served by municipal services, such as roadways, utilities, and parking in a variety of forms. Categorical Exemption Environmental Review No. 2015 -11 will be filed for this project. Section 2. The Planning Commission of the City of Santa Ana after conducting the public hearing hereby approves Conditional Use Permit No. 2015 -02 and Conditional Use Permit No. 2015 -03 as conditioned in Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated as though fully set forth herein. This decision is based upon the evidence submitted at the abovesaid hearing, which includes, but is not limited to: the Request for Planning Commission Action dated February 23, 2015, and exhibits attached thereto; and the public testimony, all of which are incorporated herein by this reference. Resolution No. 2015 -09 Page 5 of 7 31 C -24