RESO 2016-02_601 E Santa Ana Blvd (Knife & Glass)

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utilize less than five percent of the gross floor area for the display and storage of alcoholic beverages, which is consistent with the maximum threshold established by the Santa Ana Municipal Code. 5. That the proposed use will not adversely affect the General Plan of the city or any specific plan applicable to the area of the proposed use. 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 that feature beer and wine on their menus 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. Knife & Glass's tenancy contributes to the maintenance and viability of the repurposed, mixed -use 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. Operational standards for the proposed Type 41 ABC license will maintain a safe and attractive environment in the neighborhood. Finally, Policy 5.5 of the Land Use Element encourages development that is compatible with and supporting of surrounding land uses. The restaurant will be located in a commercial area and its operations will be compatible with the surrounding commercial businesses. E. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act the recommended action is exempt from further review per Section 15301. The Section 15301 (Class 1) exemption applies to the operation of existing facilities. The proposed application is to approve a conditional use permit to allow a Type 41 ABC license at a site that is already served by municipal services, such as roadways, utilities, and parking. This project involves negligible or no expansion of an existing use. Categorical Exemption Environmental Review No. 2015 -109 will be filed for this project. Section 2. The applicant agrees to indemnify, hold harmless, and defend the City of Santa Ana, its officials, officers, agents, and employees, from any and all liability, claims, actions or proceedings that may be brought arising out of its approval of this Resolution No. 2016 -02 Page 3 of 5