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CUP No. 2016-24 July 11, 2016 Page 2 Project Description Clever Leaf is requesting approval of a CUP to allow the on-premise sale of alcoholic beverages to patrons of the restaurant. Pursuant to SAIVIC Section 41-196, eating establishments wishing to sell alcohol to diners require approval of a CUP; however, the use of the property as an eating establishment is permitted by right. The restaurant will combine two units to create a new restaurant space formerly occupied by Harbor Deli and K.I.T. Wireless. Clever Leaf began tenant Improvements in April 2016; Alcohol storage and display areas will consist of less than five percent of the floor area (Exhibits 4 and 5). The proposed hours of operation for the restaurant are from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. daily, Proiect Background The subject site, Harbor Promenade, is located on the southwestern border of Santa Ana and contains multiple neighborhood-serving businesses, The development was originally built between 1989 and 1990 to host retail and eating establishment uses. Currently, the development contains nineteen units across three buildings, and Clever Leaf will be combining two existing units to create a new restaurant space. A parking analysis has been conducted to confirm that the site contains adequate parking supply (Exhibit 3). Clever Leaf is a new, full-service restaurant specializing in modernized Hong Kong-style barbeque food and cuisine served in an American-style atmosphere and style of service. This is the first restaurant for mother and son team Winnie and Darryl Kwok. Winnie is the owner of the restaurant, and Darryl will serve as the chef and operations manager. The menu will focus on the use of ingredients from local farms and suppliers. The food offerings will be seasonal, making use of organic produce, hormone- and antibiotic-free meat, and seafood from sustainable Sources. The applicant is requesting approval of a CUP to allow the sale of alcoholic beverages for on-site consumption. Clever Leaf intends to provide a unique dining experience with its seasonal offerings and environmentally conscious sourcing. RroLect Anal sis y_ Conditional use permit requests are governed by Section 41-638 of the SAIVIC, Conditional use permit requests may be granted when it can be shown that the proposed project will not adversely impact the community. If these findings can be made, then it is appropriate to grant the Conditional use permit. Conversely, the inability to make these findings would result in a denial. Using this 31 C-4