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CUP Nos. 2017 -01, 2017 -04 & 2017 -05 March 13, 2017 Page 3 Since its construction in 1919, the McFadden Public Market has contained a variety of land uses including restaurants, retail, and an open market place such as the Grand Central Market. The building was remodeled in 1930, then damaged and repaired due to the 1933 earthquake. In 1984, it was designated to the National Register of Historic Places as a contributor to the Downtown Historic District. The property is designated to the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties and is significant for its Spanish Colonial Revival style of architecture and its association with Robert and James McFadden, brothers, farmers, landowners, lumber yard owners, and entrepreneurs. In 2011, the previous tenant, The Karmina Restaurant, obtained entitlements for an ABC license, after -hours operation, and a banquet hall. Karmina operated until 2015, when the entitlements expired before the McFadden Public Market could open, In 2015, the applicant obtained CUP No. 2016 -22 to allow an indoor recreation and entertainment use. Prolect Analvsis Conditional use permit requests are governed by Section 41 -638 of the SAMC. Conditional use permits 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. CUP No. 2017 -01: After -Hours Operation The proposed after -hours conditional use permit will allow the proposed restaurant to open for business at 6:00 a.m. and remain open until 2:00 a.m. The McFadden Public Market is located in Downtown Santa Ana surrounded by offices, retail stores, and similar full service restaurants. Conditions of approval have been placed upon the use that will minimize the possibility for any potential noise or safety impacts typically associated with after -hours operations, These operating hours are consistent with other eating establishments in the Downtown area and will enhance the area's overall economic stability by providing another food related amenity and entertainment facility allowed by the Transit Zoning Code (SD84). For these reasons, staff is supportive of the applicant's request to allow after -hours operations. CUP No, 2017 -04: ABC License Conditional use permit requests may be granted when it can be shown that the proposed ABC license will provide a service or facility which will contribute to the general well -being of the neighborhood or community; that the proposed ABC license will not be detrimental to the health, safety, or general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity; that the proposed ABC license will not adversely affect the present economic stability or future economic development of 31A-5