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CUP No. 2016 -22 July 25, 2016 Page 5 As conditioned, the proposed project will be in compliance with all applicable regulations and conditions imposed on an indoor commercial recreation facility pursuant to Chapter 41 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code. The facility will be primarily maintained as a full- service restaurant with ancillary arcade facilities and staff available to ensure that the use remain in compliance with the City's curfew laws and with the standards in place to maintain order. The proposed use will not adversely affect the General Plan requirements. The granting of this conditional use permit supports several policies contained in the General Plan. Policy 22 of the Land Use Element encourages land uses that accommodate the City's needs for goods and services. Providing a venue that offers arcade gaming offers additional recreation options for Santa Ana residents and visitors. The granting of this conditional use permit also contributes to the development of Downtown Santa Ana as a regional destination. Furthermore, Policy 2.8 of the Land Use Element promotes the rehabilitation of commercial properties, and encourages increased levels of capital investment. The tenant improvements underway, as well as the long -term maintenance of this historic building, which holds "Key" status on the local register of historic buildings leads to the length of service this historic building may provide. 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 the proposed ancillary indoor entertainment that will maintain a safe and attractive environment in Downtown Santa Ana. Complementing this, Policy 5.5 of the Land Use Element encourages development that is compatible with and supporting of surrounding land uses. The facility will be located in a commercial area and its operations will complement and will be compatible with the surrounding commercial businesses. Public Notification The project is located within the boundaries of the Lacy Neighborhood Association. Staff contacted the presidents of the Lacy and the nearby Downtown Neighborhood Associations to ensure that they were notified of this project and to identify any areas of concern. The project site was also posted with a notice advertising this public hearing, a notice was published in the Orange County Reporter, and mailed notices were sent to all property owners and tenants within 500 feet of the project site. At the time of this printing, no correspondence, by phone, written, or electronic, had been received from any members of the public. CEQA Compliance 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. 31A-7