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SPR No. 2017-08/DBA No. 2017-01 September 11, 2017 Page 2 Item Information Property Size 3.17 acres Existing Site Development The site contains an existing motel and restaurant. Use Permissions Mixed-use projects permitted by the OZ -1 designation; deviations/concessions will address proposed deficiencies Zoning Code Sections Affected Uses I OZ -1, Section No, 4 Develo menl Standards OZ -1, Section Nos. 4 through 7 Project Description The project includes demolition of an existing motel and restaurant and construction of an affordable rental senior housing community. The project will contain one structure consisting of a ground -level parking area and five levels of residential above. A total of 418 affordable rental senior units will be provided on the project site, as well as one on-site manager's unit. Moreover; a total 213 guest and resident. parking spaces will be provided In an at -grade parking area beneath the residential levels. Units will include studios (92), one -bedroom (277), and two-bedroom (49) units ranging in size from 402 to 787 square feet. All units will contain full kitchens, bedrooms, full bathrooms, storage, and open/common (living) areas. Open space will be provided through publIca lly-accessible plazas, private courtyards, or amenity areas. A public plaza with open seating will front First Street and will also contain an alcove programmable with community or commercial activities, such as kiosks or temporary events. The project's leasing office will also front First Street, enhancing its commercial presence. Five courtyards with distinct themes and amenities will be located throughout the interior of the site. Interior common rooms such as recreation areas, fitness centers, and laundry rooms will provide additional amenities to residents and visitors. A common open space "view room" on the top (sixth) level will face southeast toward the interchange between the Costa Mesa (SR-55)/Santa Ana (1-5) freeways. The project will feature a contemporary architectural style common of many multiple -family or mixed-use residential communities under,construction in Santa Ana and the region. Ceramic tile, fiber cement board and siding, smooth stucco finishes, and metal railings will contribute to this theme. These solid materials will ensure that the project ages well for the duration of the building's lifetime. Finally, a large public art piece will be featured on the east elevation of the building at the First Street frontage; this piece will welcome those entering Santa Ana from the east. Background The Metro East Mixed Use overlay district was adopted in 2007 as a result of interest in developing mixed-use residential and commercial projects in its project area. The regulating plan, which establishes land uses and development standards, allows a variety of housing and commercial 66€224