RESO 2016-18_2429 W McFadden Ave #106 (Restaurant Acapulco)

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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 alcoholic beverages 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. Restaurant Acapulco's tenancy contributes to the maintenance and viability of the commercial development 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 and operational standards for the proposed 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 for further review per Section 15061(b)(3). This exemption applies to projects where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment. The project proposes to allow the on -premise sale of beer and wine at a full-service restaurant within an existing structure. 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 project, and any approvals associated with the project, including, without limitation, any environmental review or approval, except to the extent caused by the sole negligence of the City of Santa Ana. Section 3. The Planning Commission of the City of Santa Ana after conducting the public hearing hereby approves Conditional Use Permit No. 2016-14 as conditioned in Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated 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 April 25, 2016, and exhibits attached thereto; and the public testimony, all of which are incorporated herein by this reference. Resolution No. 2016-18 Page 3 of 5