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Regular Meeting Agenda Minutes
October 13, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Council Chamber
22 Civic Center Plaza
Santa Ana, CA
ISURI S. RAMOS
Chair, Ward 3 Representative
CARL BENNINGER
ViceChair,
Ward 4 Representative
CHRISTOPHER LEO
Citywide Representative
MANUEL J. ESCAMILLA
Ward 2 Representative
JENNIFER OLIVA
Ward 6 Representative
BAO PHAM
Ward 1 Representative
ALAN WOO
Ward 5 Representative
Ali Pezeshkpour, AICP
Executive Director
Melissa M. Crosthwaite
Legal Counsel
Ricardo Soto, AICP
Planning Manager
Gema Zapien
Recording Secretary
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting,
contact Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enable
the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supporting
documentation can be found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.
CALL TO ORDER
Commissioners: Isuri S. Ramos, Chair
Carl Benninger, ViceChair
Christopher Leo
Manuel J. Escamilla
Jennifer Oliva
Bao Pham
Alan Woo
Executive Director Ali Pezeshkpour, AICP
Legal Counsel Melissa M. Crosthwaite
Planning Manager Ricardo Soto, AICP
Recording Secretary Gema Zapien
ROLL CALL
Minutes: Quorum was reached at 5:35 PM with Commissioner Escamilla arriving at 5:38
PM and Commissioners Benninger and Oliva absent.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENTS
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
a.Minutes
Recommended Action: Approve Minutes from September 22, 2025.
b.Excused Absences
Recommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Escamilla to Approve.
YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass
*End of Consent Calendar*
BUSINESS CALENDAR
Public Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional Use
Permits, Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, Site
Plan Review, and Public Convenience or Necessity Determinations are final
unless appealed within 10 days of the decision by any interested party or group
(refer to the Basic Meeting Information page for more information). The Planning
Commission recommendation on Zoning and General Plan amendments,
Development Agreements, Specific Developments, and Specific Plans will be
forwarded to the City Council for final determination. Legal notice was published
in the OC Reporter on October 3, 2025 and notices were mailed on said date.
1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202518 AND 202519 FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 113 EAST FOURTH STREET, LOCATED WITHIN
THE TRANSIT ZONING CODE (SD84) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Alexa Garcia with IG Drafting and Design, representing
Tacos Los Cholos (Applicant) and QOZB III, LLC. (Property Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicant is seeking approvals for Conditional Use Permit
(CUP) No. 202518 to allow the sale of beer and wine for onpremises
consumption through a Type41 license from the Department of Alcoholic
Beverage Control (ABC) and Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 202519 to allow
for the afterhours operations at an eating establishment.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review
pursuant to Class 1, Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines.
Categorical Exemption ER No. 202580 will be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA
ANA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202518 AS
CONDITIONED TO ALLOW THE SALE OF BEER AND WINE FOR ON
PREMISES CONSUMPTION THROUGH A TYPE41 LICENSE FROM THE
DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL FOR AN EATING
ESTABLISHMENT LOCATED AT 113 E. FOURTH STREET (APN: 39832803)
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA
ANA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202519 AS
CONDITIONED TO ALLOW AFTERHOURS OPERATION AT AN EATING
ESTABLISHMENT LOCATED AT 113 E. FOURTH STREET (APN: 39832803)
Recommended Actions:
1. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202518 for
the sale of beer and wine for onpremises consumption as
conditioned; and
2. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202519 for
afterhours operation as conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Commission had questions for the applicant.
Alexa Garcia, on behalf of the applicant, answered questions from the
Commission via zoom.
Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
Approve.
YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J.
Escamilla
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass
2.TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 202507 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
501 SOUTH HARBOR BOULEVARD LOCATED WITHIN THE HARBOR
MIXEDUSED TRANSIT CORRIDOR SPECIFIC PLAN (SP2) ZONING
DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Ventus Group, LLC (Applicant) on behalf of Ing Wen Hwang
(Property Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Tentative Tract Map (TM)
No. 202507 for condominium purposes to allow the construction of a thirtyunit,
threestory residential townhome development at 501 S. Harbor Blvd., and 3706
and 3712 W. Camille St. The development project is consistent with the California
Subdivision Map Act and Chapter 34 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code.
Environmental Impact:In accordance with the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the Project is within the scope of the 2014
Environmental Impact Report for SP2. Categorical Exemption ER No. 202415 will
be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA
ANA APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 202507 (COUNTY MAP NO.
19295) AS CONDITIONED TO ALLOW A THIRTYUNIT SUBDIVISION FOR
CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 501 SOUTH
HARBOR BOULEVARD, 3706 AND 3712 WEST CAMILLE STREET (APNS:
14430301, 14430303 & 14430304)
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Tentative Tract Map No. 202507 (County Map
No. 19295) as conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Commission had questions for the applicant.
Mike O’Melveny and Peter Duarte, on behalf of the applicant, answered
questions from the Commission.
Resident Richey Madison provided public comments via Zoom regarding road
safety concerns.
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Leo to
Approve with added conditions.
YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J.
Escamilla
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Minutes: Staff had comments for the Commission.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had comments for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on October 27, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chamber located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 7:09 PM.
APPEAL INFORMATION
The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday
appeal period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645
holds a public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day
following the hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or
requirement of the Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or
group. The appeal must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required
filing fee, and a copy sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the
Commission's action, by 5:00 p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed
holiday or a day when City hall is closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next
day City Hall is open for public business. Please note: Under California Government Code
Sec. 65009, if you challenge in court any of the matters on this agenda for which a public
hearing is to be conducted, you may be limited to raising only those issues which you (or
someone else) raised orally at the public hearing or in written correspondence received by
the Planning Commission or City Council at or before the hearing.
MEETING INFORMATION
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You are invited to submit a written comment in one of the following ways:
Email PBAecomments@santaana.org and reference the topic in the subject line.
Mail to Gema Zapien, Recording Secretary, City of Santa Ana, 20 Civic Center Plaza –
M20, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Deadline to submit written comments, including any supplement materials for
consideration by the Planning Commission, is 3:30 p.m. on the day of the
meeting.Comments received after the deadline may not be distributed to the
Commission but will be made part of the record. All attendees wishing to submit
written comments or supplemental materials for distribution to Planning Commission
members during the inperson meeting must provide 15 printed copies.
TRANSLATION SERVICES ‐ Members of the public may request an interpreter 48 hours in advance to
assist a non‐english speaker during the public comments sections of the meeting. Notification of 48
hours prior to the Meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility
to this meeting. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation is provided through the use of headsets and
consecutive interpretation (Spanish‐to‐English) in addition to those wishing to address the Commission
at the podium.
Los miembros del público pueden solicitar un intérprete con 48 horas de anticipación para asistir a una
persona que no habla inglés durante la sección de comentarios públicos de la reunión. La notificación
con 48 horas de anticipación permitirá a la Ciudad hacer los arreglos razonables necesarios para
garantizar el acceso a esta reunión.La interpretación simultánea al español se ofrece por medio del uso
de audífonos y la interpretación consecutiva (español a inglés) también está disponible para cualquiera
que desee dirigirse a la Comisión en el podio.
1 Planning Commission
10/13/2025
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesOctober 13, 20255:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA ISURI S. RAMOSChair, Ward 3 RepresentativeCARL BENNINGERViceChair,Ward 4 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative JENNIFER OLIVAWard 6 RepresentativeBAO PHAMWard 1 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeAli Pezeshkpour, AICPExecutive DirectorMelissa M. CrosthwaiteLegal Counsel Ricardo Soto, AICPPlanning Manager Gema ZapienRecording Secretary
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting,
contact Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enable
the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supporting
documentation can be found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.
CALL TO ORDER
Commissioners: Isuri S. Ramos, Chair
Carl Benninger, ViceChair
Christopher Leo
Manuel J. Escamilla
Jennifer Oliva
Bao Pham
Alan Woo
Executive Director Ali Pezeshkpour, AICP
Legal Counsel Melissa M. Crosthwaite
Planning Manager Ricardo Soto, AICP
Recording Secretary Gema Zapien
ROLL CALL
Minutes: Quorum was reached at 5:35 PM with Commissioner Escamilla arriving at 5:38
PM and Commissioners Benninger and Oliva absent.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENTS
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
a.Minutes
Recommended Action: Approve Minutes from September 22, 2025.
b.Excused Absences
Recommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Escamilla to Approve.
YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass
*End of Consent Calendar*
BUSINESS CALENDAR
Public Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional Use
Permits, Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, Site
Plan Review, and Public Convenience or Necessity Determinations are final
unless appealed within 10 days of the decision by any interested party or group
(refer to the Basic Meeting Information page for more information). The Planning
Commission recommendation on Zoning and General Plan amendments,
Development Agreements, Specific Developments, and Specific Plans will be
forwarded to the City Council for final determination. Legal notice was published
in the OC Reporter on October 3, 2025 and notices were mailed on said date.
1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202518 AND 202519 FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 113 EAST FOURTH STREET, LOCATED WITHIN
THE TRANSIT ZONING CODE (SD84) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Alexa Garcia with IG Drafting and Design, representing
Tacos Los Cholos (Applicant) and QOZB III, LLC. (Property Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicant is seeking approvals for Conditional Use Permit
(CUP) No. 202518 to allow the sale of beer and wine for onpremises
consumption through a Type41 license from the Department of Alcoholic
Beverage Control (ABC) and Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 202519 to allow
for the afterhours operations at an eating establishment.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review
pursuant to Class 1, Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines.
Categorical Exemption ER No. 202580 will be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA
ANA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202518 AS
CONDITIONED TO ALLOW THE SALE OF BEER AND WINE FOR ON
PREMISES CONSUMPTION THROUGH A TYPE41 LICENSE FROM THE
DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL FOR AN EATING
ESTABLISHMENT LOCATED AT 113 E. FOURTH STREET (APN: 39832803)
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA
ANA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202519 AS
CONDITIONED TO ALLOW AFTERHOURS OPERATION AT AN EATING
ESTABLISHMENT LOCATED AT 113 E. FOURTH STREET (APN: 39832803)
Recommended Actions:
1. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202518 for
the sale of beer and wine for onpremises consumption as
conditioned; and
2. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202519 for
afterhours operation as conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Commission had questions for the applicant.
Alexa Garcia, on behalf of the applicant, answered questions from the
Commission via zoom.
Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
Approve.
YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J.
Escamilla
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass
2.TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 202507 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
501 SOUTH HARBOR BOULEVARD LOCATED WITHIN THE HARBOR
MIXEDUSED TRANSIT CORRIDOR SPECIFIC PLAN (SP2) ZONING
DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Ventus Group, LLC (Applicant) on behalf of Ing Wen Hwang
(Property Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Tentative Tract Map (TM)
No. 202507 for condominium purposes to allow the construction of a thirtyunit,
threestory residential townhome development at 501 S. Harbor Blvd., and 3706
and 3712 W. Camille St. The development project is consistent with the California
Subdivision Map Act and Chapter 34 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code.
Environmental Impact:In accordance with the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the Project is within the scope of the 2014
Environmental Impact Report for SP2. Categorical Exemption ER No. 202415 will
be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA
ANA APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 202507 (COUNTY MAP NO.
19295) AS CONDITIONED TO ALLOW A THIRTYUNIT SUBDIVISION FOR
CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 501 SOUTH
HARBOR BOULEVARD, 3706 AND 3712 WEST CAMILLE STREET (APNS:
14430301, 14430303 & 14430304)
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Tentative Tract Map No. 202507 (County Map
No. 19295) as conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Commission had questions for the applicant.
Mike O’Melveny and Peter Duarte, on behalf of the applicant, answered
questions from the Commission.
Resident Richey Madison provided public comments via Zoom regarding road
safety concerns.
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Leo to
Approve with added conditions.
YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J.
Escamilla
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Minutes: Staff had comments for the Commission.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had comments for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on October 27, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chamber located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 7:09 PM.
APPEAL INFORMATION
The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday
appeal period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645
holds a public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day
following the hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or
requirement of the Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or
group. The appeal must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required
filing fee, and a copy sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the
Commission's action, by 5:00 p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed
holiday or a day when City hall is closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next
day City Hall is open for public business. Please note: Under California Government Code
Sec. 65009, if you challenge in court any of the matters on this agenda for which a public
hearing is to be conducted, you may be limited to raising only those issues which you (or
someone else) raised orally at the public hearing or in written correspondence received by
the Planning Commission or City Council at or before the hearing.
MEETING INFORMATION
If you would like to learn how to use Zoom before the meeting, visit Zoom Video Tutorials.
1. Connecting directly from your computer:
Click on the link on top of this agenda OR
Go to Zoom.us and click "Join a Meeting" at the top. Enter the Meeting ID. The Meeting
ID is listed at the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, click on the button next to your name to virtually raise your hand and let us know
you wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.
2. Connecting via the Zoom App:
Download the free Zoom Cloud Meetings app from your favorite app store.
Launch the app and click on the blue Join a Meeting button. Enter the Meeting ID, your
name, and the blue Join button. The Meeting ID is listed at the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, click on the button next to your name to virtually raise your hand and let us know
you wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.
3. Dialing in from a mobile phone or landline:
Dial (669) 9006833. When prompted, enter the meeting ID. The Meeting ID is listed at
the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, press *9 on your phone to virtually raise your hand. You will have 3 minutes.
Submit a written comment
You are invited to submit a written comment in one of the following ways:
Email PBAecomments@santaana.org and reference the topic in the subject line.
Mail to Gema Zapien, Recording Secretary, City of Santa Ana, 20 Civic Center Plaza –
M20, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Deadline to submit written comments, including any supplement materials for
consideration by the Planning Commission, is 3:30 p.m. on the day of the
meeting.Comments received after the deadline may not be distributed to the
Commission but will be made part of the record. All attendees wishing to submit
written comments or supplemental materials for distribution to Planning Commission
members during the inperson meeting must provide 15 printed copies.
TRANSLATION SERVICES ‐ Members of the public may request an interpreter 48 hours in advance to
assist a non‐english speaker during the public comments sections of the meeting. Notification of 48
hours prior to the Meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility
to this meeting. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation is provided through the use of headsets and
consecutive interpretation (Spanish‐to‐English) in addition to those wishing to address the Commission
at the podium.
Los miembros del público pueden solicitar un intérprete con 48 horas de anticipación para asistir a una
persona que no habla inglés durante la sección de comentarios públicos de la reunión. La notificación
con 48 horas de anticipación permitirá a la Ciudad hacer los arreglos razonables necesarios para
garantizar el acceso a esta reunión.La interpretación simultánea al español se ofrece por medio del uso
de audífonos y la interpretación consecutiva (español a inglés) también está disponible para cualquiera
que desee dirigirse a la Comisión en el podio.
2 Planning Commission
10/13/2025
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesOctober 13, 20255:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA ISURI S. RAMOSChair, Ward 3 RepresentativeCARL BENNINGERViceChair,Ward 4 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative JENNIFER OLIVAWard 6 RepresentativeBAO PHAMWard 1 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeAli Pezeshkpour, AICPExecutive DirectorMelissa M. CrosthwaiteLegal Counsel Ricardo Soto, AICPPlanning Manager Gema ZapienRecording SecretaryIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting,contact Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enablethe City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supportingdocumentation can be found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.CALL TO ORDER Commissioners: Isuri S. Ramos, ChairCarl Benninger, ViceChairChristopher LeoManuel J. EscamillaJennifer OlivaBao PhamAlan Woo Executive Director Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPLegal Counsel Melissa M. CrosthwaitePlanning Manager Ricardo Soto, AICPRecording Secretary Gema ZapienROLL CALLMinutes: Quorum was reached at 5:35 PM with Commissioner Escamilla arriving at 5:38PM and Commissioners Benninger and Oliva absent. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTSCONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from September 22, 2025.b.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Escamilla to Approve.YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass
*End of Consent Calendar*
BUSINESS CALENDAR
Public Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional Use
Permits, Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, Site
Plan Review, and Public Convenience or Necessity Determinations are final
unless appealed within 10 days of the decision by any interested party or group
(refer to the Basic Meeting Information page for more information). The Planning
Commission recommendation on Zoning and General Plan amendments,
Development Agreements, Specific Developments, and Specific Plans will be
forwarded to the City Council for final determination. Legal notice was published
in the OC Reporter on October 3, 2025 and notices were mailed on said date.
1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202518 AND 202519 FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 113 EAST FOURTH STREET, LOCATED WITHIN
THE TRANSIT ZONING CODE (SD84) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Alexa Garcia with IG Drafting and Design, representing
Tacos Los Cholos (Applicant) and QOZB III, LLC. (Property Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicant is seeking approvals for Conditional Use Permit
(CUP) No. 202518 to allow the sale of beer and wine for onpremises
consumption through a Type41 license from the Department of Alcoholic
Beverage Control (ABC) and Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 202519 to allow
for the afterhours operations at an eating establishment.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review
pursuant to Class 1, Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines.
Categorical Exemption ER No. 202580 will be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA
ANA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202518 AS
CONDITIONED TO ALLOW THE SALE OF BEER AND WINE FOR ON
PREMISES CONSUMPTION THROUGH A TYPE41 LICENSE FROM THE
DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL FOR AN EATING
ESTABLISHMENT LOCATED AT 113 E. FOURTH STREET (APN: 39832803)
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA
ANA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202519 AS
CONDITIONED TO ALLOW AFTERHOURS OPERATION AT AN EATING
ESTABLISHMENT LOCATED AT 113 E. FOURTH STREET (APN: 39832803)
Recommended Actions:
1. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202518 for
the sale of beer and wine for onpremises consumption as
conditioned; and
2. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202519 for
afterhours operation as conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Commission had questions for the applicant.
Alexa Garcia, on behalf of the applicant, answered questions from the
Commission via zoom.
Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
Approve.
YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J.
Escamilla
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass
2.TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 202507 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
501 SOUTH HARBOR BOULEVARD LOCATED WITHIN THE HARBOR
MIXEDUSED TRANSIT CORRIDOR SPECIFIC PLAN (SP2) ZONING
DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Ventus Group, LLC (Applicant) on behalf of Ing Wen Hwang
(Property Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Tentative Tract Map (TM)
No. 202507 for condominium purposes to allow the construction of a thirtyunit,
threestory residential townhome development at 501 S. Harbor Blvd., and 3706
and 3712 W. Camille St. The development project is consistent with the California
Subdivision Map Act and Chapter 34 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code.
Environmental Impact:In accordance with the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the Project is within the scope of the 2014
Environmental Impact Report for SP2. Categorical Exemption ER No. 202415 will
be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA
ANA APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 202507 (COUNTY MAP NO.
19295) AS CONDITIONED TO ALLOW A THIRTYUNIT SUBDIVISION FOR
CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 501 SOUTH
HARBOR BOULEVARD, 3706 AND 3712 WEST CAMILLE STREET (APNS:
14430301, 14430303 & 14430304)
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Tentative Tract Map No. 202507 (County Map
No. 19295) as conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Commission had questions for the applicant.
Mike O’Melveny and Peter Duarte, on behalf of the applicant, answered
questions from the Commission.
Resident Richey Madison provided public comments via Zoom regarding road
safety concerns.
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Leo to
Approve with added conditions.
YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J.
Escamilla
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Minutes: Staff had comments for the Commission.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had comments for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on October 27, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chamber located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 7:09 PM.
APPEAL INFORMATION
The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday
appeal period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645
holds a public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day
following the hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or
requirement of the Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or
group. The appeal must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required
filing fee, and a copy sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the
Commission's action, by 5:00 p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed
holiday or a day when City hall is closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next
day City Hall is open for public business. Please note: Under California Government Code
Sec. 65009, if you challenge in court any of the matters on this agenda for which a public
hearing is to be conducted, you may be limited to raising only those issues which you (or
someone else) raised orally at the public hearing or in written correspondence received by
the Planning Commission or City Council at or before the hearing.
MEETING INFORMATION
If you would like to learn how to use Zoom before the meeting, visit Zoom Video Tutorials.
1. Connecting directly from your computer:
Click on the link on top of this agenda OR
Go to Zoom.us and click "Join a Meeting" at the top. Enter the Meeting ID. The Meeting
ID is listed at the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
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Launch the app and click on the blue Join a Meeting button. Enter the Meeting ID, your
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Submit a written comment
You are invited to submit a written comment in one of the following ways:
Email PBAecomments@santaana.org and reference the topic in the subject line.
Mail to Gema Zapien, Recording Secretary, City of Santa Ana, 20 Civic Center Plaza –
M20, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Deadline to submit written comments, including any supplement materials for
consideration by the Planning Commission, is 3:30 p.m. on the day of the
meeting.Comments received after the deadline may not be distributed to the
Commission but will be made part of the record. All attendees wishing to submit
written comments or supplemental materials for distribution to Planning Commission
members during the inperson meeting must provide 15 printed copies.
TRANSLATION SERVICES ‐ Members of the public may request an interpreter 48 hours in advance to
assist a non‐english speaker during the public comments sections of the meeting. Notification of 48
hours prior to the Meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility
to this meeting. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation is provided through the use of headsets and
consecutive interpretation (Spanish‐to‐English) in addition to those wishing to address the Commission
at the podium.
Los miembros del público pueden solicitar un intérprete con 48 horas de anticipación para asistir a una
persona que no habla inglés durante la sección de comentarios públicos de la reunión. La notificación
con 48 horas de anticipación permitirá a la Ciudad hacer los arreglos razonables necesarios para
garantizar el acceso a esta reunión.La interpretación simultánea al español se ofrece por medio del uso
de audífonos y la interpretación consecutiva (español a inglés) también está disponible para cualquiera
que desee dirigirse a la Comisión en el podio.
3 Planning Commission
10/13/2025
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesOctober 13, 20255:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA ISURI S. RAMOSChair, Ward 3 RepresentativeCARL BENNINGERViceChair,Ward 4 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative JENNIFER OLIVAWard 6 RepresentativeBAO PHAMWard 1 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeAli Pezeshkpour, AICPExecutive DirectorMelissa M. CrosthwaiteLegal Counsel Ricardo Soto, AICPPlanning Manager Gema ZapienRecording SecretaryIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting,contact Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enablethe City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supportingdocumentation can be found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.CALL TO ORDER Commissioners: Isuri S. Ramos, ChairCarl Benninger, ViceChairChristopher LeoManuel J. EscamillaJennifer OlivaBao PhamAlan Woo Executive Director Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPLegal Counsel Melissa M. CrosthwaitePlanning Manager Ricardo Soto, AICPRecording Secretary Gema ZapienROLL CALLMinutes: Quorum was reached at 5:35 PM with Commissioner Escamilla arriving at 5:38PM and Commissioners Benninger and Oliva absent. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTSCONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from September 22, 2025.b.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Escamilla to Approve.YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. EscamillaNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass*End of Consent Calendar*BUSINESS CALENDARPublic Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional UsePermits, Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, SitePlan Review, and Public Convenience or Necessity Determinations are finalunless appealed within 10 days of the decision by any interested party or group(refer to the Basic Meeting Information page for more information). The PlanningCommission recommendation on Zoning and General Plan amendments,Development Agreements, Specific Developments, and Specific Plans will beforwarded to the City Council for final determination. Legal notice was publishedin the OC Reporter on October 3, 2025 and notices were mailed on said date. 1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202518 AND 202519 FOR THEPROPERTY LOCATED AT 113 EAST FOURTH STREET, LOCATED WITHINTHE TRANSIT ZONING CODE (SD84) ZONING DISTRICT.Project Applicant: Alexa Garcia with IG Drafting and Design, representingTacos Los Cholos (Applicant) and QOZB III, LLC. (Property Owner)Proposed Project: Applicant is seeking approvals for Conditional Use Permit(CUP) No. 202518 to allow the sale of beer and wine for onpremisesconsumption through a Type41 license from the Department of AlcoholicBeverage Control (ABC) and Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 202519 to allowfor the afterhours operations at an eating establishment.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further reviewpursuant to Class 1, Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines.Categorical Exemption ER No. 202580 will be filed for this project.RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTAANA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202518 ASCONDITIONED TO ALLOW THE SALE OF BEER AND WINE FOR ONPREMISES CONSUMPTION THROUGH A TYPE41 LICENSE FROM THEDEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL FOR AN EATINGESTABLISHMENT LOCATED AT 113 E. FOURTH STREET (APN: 39832803)RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTAANA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202519 AS
CONDITIONED TO ALLOW AFTERHOURS OPERATION AT AN EATING
ESTABLISHMENT LOCATED AT 113 E. FOURTH STREET (APN: 39832803)
Recommended Actions:
1. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202518 for
the sale of beer and wine for onpremises consumption as
conditioned; and
2. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202519 for
afterhours operation as conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Commission had questions for the applicant.
Alexa Garcia, on behalf of the applicant, answered questions from the
Commission via zoom.
Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
Approve.
YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J.
Escamilla
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass
2.TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 202507 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
501 SOUTH HARBOR BOULEVARD LOCATED WITHIN THE HARBOR
MIXEDUSED TRANSIT CORRIDOR SPECIFIC PLAN (SP2) ZONING
DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Ventus Group, LLC (Applicant) on behalf of Ing Wen Hwang
(Property Owner)
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Tentative Tract Map (TM)
No. 202507 for condominium purposes to allow the construction of a thirtyunit,
threestory residential townhome development at 501 S. Harbor Blvd., and 3706
and 3712 W. Camille St. The development project is consistent with the California
Subdivision Map Act and Chapter 34 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code.
Environmental Impact:In accordance with the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the Project is within the scope of the 2014
Environmental Impact Report for SP2. Categorical Exemption ER No. 202415 will
be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA
ANA APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 202507 (COUNTY MAP NO.
19295) AS CONDITIONED TO ALLOW A THIRTYUNIT SUBDIVISION FOR
CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 501 SOUTH
HARBOR BOULEVARD, 3706 AND 3712 WEST CAMILLE STREET (APNS:
14430301, 14430303 & 14430304)
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Tentative Tract Map No. 202507 (County Map
No. 19295) as conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Commission had questions for the applicant.
Mike O’Melveny and Peter Duarte, on behalf of the applicant, answered
questions from the Commission.
Resident Richey Madison provided public comments via Zoom regarding road
safety concerns.
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Leo to
Approve with added conditions.
YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J.
Escamilla
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Minutes: Staff had comments for the Commission.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had comments for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on October 27, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chamber located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 7:09 PM.
APPEAL INFORMATION
The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday
appeal period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645
holds a public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day
following the hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or
requirement of the Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or
group. The appeal must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required
filing fee, and a copy sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the
Commission's action, by 5:00 p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed
holiday or a day when City hall is closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next
day City Hall is open for public business. Please note: Under California Government Code
Sec. 65009, if you challenge in court any of the matters on this agenda for which a public
hearing is to be conducted, you may be limited to raising only those issues which you (or
someone else) raised orally at the public hearing or in written correspondence received by
the Planning Commission or City Council at or before the hearing.
MEETING INFORMATION
If you would like to learn how to use Zoom before the meeting, visit Zoom Video Tutorials.
1. Connecting directly from your computer:
Click on the link on top of this agenda OR
Go to Zoom.us and click "Join a Meeting" at the top. Enter the Meeting ID. The Meeting
ID is listed at the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, click on the button next to your name to virtually raise your hand and let us know
you wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.
2. Connecting via the Zoom App:
Download the free Zoom Cloud Meetings app from your favorite app store.
Launch the app and click on the blue Join a Meeting button. Enter the Meeting ID, your
name, and the blue Join button. The Meeting ID is listed at the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, click on the button next to your name to virtually raise your hand and let us know
you wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.
3. Dialing in from a mobile phone or landline:
Dial (669) 9006833. When prompted, enter the meeting ID. The Meeting ID is listed at
the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, press *9 on your phone to virtually raise your hand. You will have 3 minutes.
Submit a written comment
You are invited to submit a written comment in one of the following ways:
Email PBAecomments@santaana.org and reference the topic in the subject line.
Mail to Gema Zapien, Recording Secretary, City of Santa Ana, 20 Civic Center Plaza –
M20, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Deadline to submit written comments, including any supplement materials for
consideration by the Planning Commission, is 3:30 p.m. on the day of the
meeting.Comments received after the deadline may not be distributed to the
Commission but will be made part of the record. All attendees wishing to submit
written comments or supplemental materials for distribution to Planning Commission
members during the inperson meeting must provide 15 printed copies.
TRANSLATION SERVICES ‐ Members of the public may request an interpreter 48 hours in advance to
assist a non‐english speaker during the public comments sections of the meeting. Notification of 48
hours prior to the Meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility
to this meeting. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation is provided through the use of headsets and
consecutive interpretation (Spanish‐to‐English) in addition to those wishing to address the Commission
at the podium.
Los miembros del público pueden solicitar un intérprete con 48 horas de anticipación para asistir a una
persona que no habla inglés durante la sección de comentarios públicos de la reunión. La notificación
con 48 horas de anticipación permitirá a la Ciudad hacer los arreglos razonables necesarios para
garantizar el acceso a esta reunión.La interpretación simultánea al español se ofrece por medio del uso
de audífonos y la interpretación consecutiva (español a inglés) también está disponible para cualquiera
que desee dirigirse a la Comisión en el podio.
4 Planning Commission
10/13/2025
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesOctober 13, 20255:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA ISURI S. RAMOSChair, Ward 3 RepresentativeCARL BENNINGERViceChair,Ward 4 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative JENNIFER OLIVAWard 6 RepresentativeBAO PHAMWard 1 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeAli Pezeshkpour, AICPExecutive DirectorMelissa M. CrosthwaiteLegal Counsel Ricardo Soto, AICPPlanning Manager Gema ZapienRecording SecretaryIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting,contact Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enablethe City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supportingdocumentation can be found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.CALL TO ORDER Commissioners: Isuri S. Ramos, ChairCarl Benninger, ViceChairChristopher LeoManuel J. EscamillaJennifer OlivaBao PhamAlan Woo Executive Director Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPLegal Counsel Melissa M. CrosthwaitePlanning Manager Ricardo Soto, AICPRecording Secretary Gema ZapienROLL CALLMinutes: Quorum was reached at 5:35 PM with Commissioner Escamilla arriving at 5:38PM and Commissioners Benninger and Oliva absent. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTSCONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from September 22, 2025.b.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Escamilla to Approve.YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. EscamillaNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass*End of Consent Calendar*BUSINESS CALENDARPublic Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional UsePermits, Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, SitePlan Review, and Public Convenience or Necessity Determinations are finalunless appealed within 10 days of the decision by any interested party or group(refer to the Basic Meeting Information page for more information). The PlanningCommission recommendation on Zoning and General Plan amendments,Development Agreements, Specific Developments, and Specific Plans will beforwarded to the City Council for final determination. Legal notice was publishedin the OC Reporter on October 3, 2025 and notices were mailed on said date. 1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202518 AND 202519 FOR THEPROPERTY LOCATED AT 113 EAST FOURTH STREET, LOCATED WITHINTHE TRANSIT ZONING CODE (SD84) ZONING DISTRICT.Project Applicant: Alexa Garcia with IG Drafting and Design, representingTacos Los Cholos (Applicant) and QOZB III, LLC. (Property Owner)Proposed Project: Applicant is seeking approvals for Conditional Use Permit(CUP) No. 202518 to allow the sale of beer and wine for onpremisesconsumption through a Type41 license from the Department of AlcoholicBeverage Control (ABC) and Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 202519 to allowfor the afterhours operations at an eating establishment.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further reviewpursuant to Class 1, Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines.Categorical Exemption ER No. 202580 will be filed for this project.RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTAANA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202518 ASCONDITIONED TO ALLOW THE SALE OF BEER AND WINE FOR ONPREMISES CONSUMPTION THROUGH A TYPE41 LICENSE FROM THEDEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL FOR AN EATINGESTABLISHMENT LOCATED AT 113 E. FOURTH STREET (APN: 39832803)RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTAANA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202519 ASCONDITIONED TO ALLOW AFTERHOURS OPERATION AT AN EATINGESTABLISHMENT LOCATED AT 113 E. FOURTH STREET (APN: 39832803)Recommended Actions:1. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202518 forthe sale of beer and wine for onpremises consumption asconditioned; and2. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202519 forafterhours operation as conditioned.Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.Commission had questions for staff.Staff answered questions from the Commission.Commission had questions for the applicant.Alexa Garcia, on behalf of the applicant, answered questions from theCommission via zoom.Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Woo toApprove.YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J.EscamillaNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass2.TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 202507 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT501 SOUTH HARBOR BOULEVARD LOCATED WITHIN THE HARBORMIXEDUSED TRANSIT CORRIDOR SPECIFIC PLAN (SP2) ZONINGDISTRICT.Project Applicant: Ventus Group, LLC (Applicant) on behalf of Ing Wen Hwang(Property Owner)Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Tentative Tract Map (TM)No. 202507 for condominium purposes to allow the construction of a thirtyunit,threestory residential townhome development at 501 S. Harbor Blvd., and 3706and 3712 W. Camille St. The development project is consistent with the CaliforniaSubdivision Map Act and Chapter 34 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code.Environmental Impact:In accordance with the California Environmental QualityAct (CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the Project is within the scope of the 2014Environmental Impact Report for SP2. Categorical Exemption ER No. 202415 willbe filed for this project.RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA
ANA APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 202507 (COUNTY MAP NO.
19295) AS CONDITIONED TO ALLOW A THIRTYUNIT SUBDIVISION FOR
CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 501 SOUTH
HARBOR BOULEVARD, 3706 AND 3712 WEST CAMILLE STREET (APNS:
14430301, 14430303 & 14430304)
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Tentative Tract Map No. 202507 (County Map
No. 19295) as conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Commission had questions for the applicant.
Mike O’Melveny and Peter Duarte, on behalf of the applicant, answered
questions from the Commission.
Resident Richey Madison provided public comments via Zoom regarding road
safety concerns.
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Leo to
Approve with added conditions.
YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J.
Escamilla
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Minutes: Staff had comments for the Commission.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had comments for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on October 27, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chamber located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 7:09 PM.
APPEAL INFORMATION
The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday
appeal period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645
holds a public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day
following the hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or
requirement of the Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or
group. The appeal must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required
filing fee, and a copy sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the
Commission's action, by 5:00 p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed
holiday or a day when City hall is closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next
day City Hall is open for public business. Please note: Under California Government Code
Sec. 65009, if you challenge in court any of the matters on this agenda for which a public
hearing is to be conducted, you may be limited to raising only those issues which you (or
someone else) raised orally at the public hearing or in written correspondence received by
the Planning Commission or City Council at or before the hearing.
MEETING INFORMATION
If you would like to learn how to use Zoom before the meeting, visit Zoom Video Tutorials.
1. Connecting directly from your computer:
Click on the link on top of this agenda OR
Go to Zoom.us and click "Join a Meeting" at the top. Enter the Meeting ID. The Meeting
ID is listed at the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, click on the button next to your name to virtually raise your hand and let us know
you wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.
2. Connecting via the Zoom App:
Download the free Zoom Cloud Meetings app from your favorite app store.
Launch the app and click on the blue Join a Meeting button. Enter the Meeting ID, your
name, and the blue Join button. The Meeting ID is listed at the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, click on the button next to your name to virtually raise your hand and let us know
you wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.
3. Dialing in from a mobile phone or landline:
Dial (669) 9006833. When prompted, enter the meeting ID. The Meeting ID is listed at
the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, press *9 on your phone to virtually raise your hand. You will have 3 minutes.
Submit a written comment
You are invited to submit a written comment in one of the following ways:
Email PBAecomments@santaana.org and reference the topic in the subject line.
Mail to Gema Zapien, Recording Secretary, City of Santa Ana, 20 Civic Center Plaza –
M20, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Deadline to submit written comments, including any supplement materials for
consideration by the Planning Commission, is 3:30 p.m. on the day of the
meeting.Comments received after the deadline may not be distributed to the
Commission but will be made part of the record. All attendees wishing to submit
written comments or supplemental materials for distribution to Planning Commission
members during the inperson meeting must provide 15 printed copies.
TRANSLATION SERVICES ‐ Members of the public may request an interpreter 48 hours in advance to
assist a non‐english speaker during the public comments sections of the meeting. Notification of 48
hours prior to the Meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility
to this meeting. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation is provided through the use of headsets and
consecutive interpretation (Spanish‐to‐English) in addition to those wishing to address the Commission
at the podium.
Los miembros del público pueden solicitar un intérprete con 48 horas de anticipación para asistir a una
persona que no habla inglés durante la sección de comentarios públicos de la reunión. La notificación
con 48 horas de anticipación permitirá a la Ciudad hacer los arreglos razonables necesarios para
garantizar el acceso a esta reunión.La interpretación simultánea al español se ofrece por medio del uso
de audífonos y la interpretación consecutiva (español a inglés) también está disponible para cualquiera
que desee dirigirse a la Comisión en el podio.
5 Planning Commission
10/13/2025
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesOctober 13, 20255:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA ISURI S. RAMOSChair, Ward 3 RepresentativeCARL BENNINGERViceChair,Ward 4 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative JENNIFER OLIVAWard 6 RepresentativeBAO PHAMWard 1 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeAli Pezeshkpour, AICPExecutive DirectorMelissa M. CrosthwaiteLegal Counsel Ricardo Soto, AICPPlanning Manager Gema ZapienRecording SecretaryIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting,contact Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enablethe City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supportingdocumentation can be found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.CALL TO ORDER Commissioners: Isuri S. Ramos, ChairCarl Benninger, ViceChairChristopher LeoManuel J. EscamillaJennifer OlivaBao PhamAlan Woo Executive Director Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPLegal Counsel Melissa M. CrosthwaitePlanning Manager Ricardo Soto, AICPRecording Secretary Gema ZapienROLL CALLMinutes: Quorum was reached at 5:35 PM with Commissioner Escamilla arriving at 5:38PM and Commissioners Benninger and Oliva absent. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTSCONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from September 22, 2025.b.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Escamilla to Approve.YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. EscamillaNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass*End of Consent Calendar*BUSINESS CALENDARPublic Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional UsePermits, Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, SitePlan Review, and Public Convenience or Necessity Determinations are finalunless appealed within 10 days of the decision by any interested party or group(refer to the Basic Meeting Information page for more information). The PlanningCommission recommendation on Zoning and General Plan amendments,Development Agreements, Specific Developments, and Specific Plans will beforwarded to the City Council for final determination. Legal notice was publishedin the OC Reporter on October 3, 2025 and notices were mailed on said date. 1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202518 AND 202519 FOR THEPROPERTY LOCATED AT 113 EAST FOURTH STREET, LOCATED WITHINTHE TRANSIT ZONING CODE (SD84) ZONING DISTRICT.Project Applicant: Alexa Garcia with IG Drafting and Design, representingTacos Los Cholos (Applicant) and QOZB III, LLC. (Property Owner)Proposed Project: Applicant is seeking approvals for Conditional Use Permit(CUP) No. 202518 to allow the sale of beer and wine for onpremisesconsumption through a Type41 license from the Department of AlcoholicBeverage Control (ABC) and Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 202519 to allowfor the afterhours operations at an eating establishment.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further reviewpursuant to Class 1, Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines.Categorical Exemption ER No. 202580 will be filed for this project.RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTAANA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202518 ASCONDITIONED TO ALLOW THE SALE OF BEER AND WINE FOR ONPREMISES CONSUMPTION THROUGH A TYPE41 LICENSE FROM THEDEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL FOR AN EATINGESTABLISHMENT LOCATED AT 113 E. FOURTH STREET (APN: 39832803)RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTAANA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202519 ASCONDITIONED TO ALLOW AFTERHOURS OPERATION AT AN EATINGESTABLISHMENT LOCATED AT 113 E. FOURTH STREET (APN: 39832803)Recommended Actions:1. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202518 forthe sale of beer and wine for onpremises consumption asconditioned; and2. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202519 forafterhours operation as conditioned.Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.Commission had questions for staff.Staff answered questions from the Commission.Commission had questions for the applicant.Alexa Garcia, on behalf of the applicant, answered questions from theCommission via zoom.Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Woo toApprove.YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J.EscamillaNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass2.TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 202507 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT501 SOUTH HARBOR BOULEVARD LOCATED WITHIN THE HARBORMIXEDUSED TRANSIT CORRIDOR SPECIFIC PLAN (SP2) ZONINGDISTRICT.Project Applicant: Ventus Group, LLC (Applicant) on behalf of Ing Wen Hwang(Property Owner)Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Tentative Tract Map (TM)No. 202507 for condominium purposes to allow the construction of a thirtyunit,threestory residential townhome development at 501 S. Harbor Blvd., and 3706and 3712 W. Camille St. The development project is consistent with the CaliforniaSubdivision Map Act and Chapter 34 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code.Environmental Impact:In accordance with the California Environmental QualityAct (CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the Project is within the scope of the 2014Environmental Impact Report for SP2. Categorical Exemption ER No. 202415 willbe filed for this project.RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTAANA APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 202507 (COUNTY MAP NO.19295) AS CONDITIONED TO ALLOW A THIRTYUNIT SUBDIVISION FORCONDOMINIUM PURPOSES FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 501 SOUTHHARBOR BOULEVARD, 3706 AND 3712 WEST CAMILLE STREET (APNS:14430301, 14430303 & 14430304)Recommended Action:Adopt a resolution approving Tentative Tract Map No. 202507 (County MapNo. 19295) as conditioned.Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.Commission had questions for staff.Staff answered questions from the Commission.Commission had questions for the applicant.Mike O’Melveny and Peter Duarte, on behalf of the applicant, answeredquestions from the Commission.Resident Richey Madison provided public comments via Zoom regarding roadsafety concerns.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Leo toApprove with added conditions.YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J.EscamillaNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass*End of Business Calendar*STAFF COMMENTSMinutes: Staff had comments for the Commission.COMMISSIONER COMMENTSMinutes: Commission had comments for staff.ADJOURNMENTThe next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on October 27, 2025, at 5:30 PM in theCouncil Chamber located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 7:09 PM.APPEAL INFORMATION
The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday
appeal period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645
holds a public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day
following the hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or
requirement of the Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or
group. The appeal must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required
filing fee, and a copy sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the
Commission's action, by 5:00 p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed
holiday or a day when City hall is closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next
day City Hall is open for public business. Please note: Under California Government Code
Sec. 65009, if you challenge in court any of the matters on this agenda for which a public
hearing is to be conducted, you may be limited to raising only those issues which you (or
someone else) raised orally at the public hearing or in written correspondence received by
the Planning Commission or City Council at or before the hearing.
MEETING INFORMATION
If you would like to learn how to use Zoom before the meeting, visit Zoom Video Tutorials.
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Go to Zoom.us and click "Join a Meeting" at the top. Enter the Meeting ID. The Meeting
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To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
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To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
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Submit a written comment
You are invited to submit a written comment in one of the following ways:
Email PBAecomments@santaana.org and reference the topic in the subject line.
Mail to Gema Zapien, Recording Secretary, City of Santa Ana, 20 Civic Center Plaza –
M20, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Deadline to submit written comments, including any supplement materials for
consideration by the Planning Commission, is 3:30 p.m. on the day of the
meeting.Comments received after the deadline may not be distributed to the
Commission but will be made part of the record. All attendees wishing to submit
written comments or supplemental materials for distribution to Planning Commission
members during the inperson meeting must provide 15 printed copies.
TRANSLATION SERVICES ‐ Members of the public may request an interpreter 48 hours in advance to
assist a non‐english speaker during the public comments sections of the meeting. Notification of 48
hours prior to the Meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility
to this meeting. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation is provided through the use of headsets and
consecutive interpretation (Spanish‐to‐English) in addition to those wishing to address the Commission
at the podium.
Los miembros del público pueden solicitar un intérprete con 48 horas de anticipación para asistir a una
persona que no habla inglés durante la sección de comentarios públicos de la reunión. La notificación
con 48 horas de anticipación permitirá a la Ciudad hacer los arreglos razonables necesarios para
garantizar el acceso a esta reunión.La interpretación simultánea al español se ofrece por medio del uso
de audífonos y la interpretación consecutiva (español a inglés) también está disponible para cualquiera
que desee dirigirse a la Comisión en el podio.
6 Planning Commission
10/13/2025
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesOctober 13, 20255:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA ISURI S. RAMOSChair, Ward 3 RepresentativeCARL BENNINGERViceChair,Ward 4 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative JENNIFER OLIVAWard 6 RepresentativeBAO PHAMWard 1 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeAli Pezeshkpour, AICPExecutive DirectorMelissa M. CrosthwaiteLegal Counsel Ricardo Soto, AICPPlanning Manager Gema ZapienRecording SecretaryIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting,contact Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enablethe City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supportingdocumentation can be found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.CALL TO ORDER Commissioners: Isuri S. Ramos, ChairCarl Benninger, ViceChairChristopher LeoManuel J. EscamillaJennifer OlivaBao PhamAlan Woo Executive Director Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPLegal Counsel Melissa M. CrosthwaitePlanning Manager Ricardo Soto, AICPRecording Secretary Gema ZapienROLL CALLMinutes: Quorum was reached at 5:35 PM with Commissioner Escamilla arriving at 5:38PM and Commissioners Benninger and Oliva absent. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTSCONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from September 22, 2025.b.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Escamilla to Approve.YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. EscamillaNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass*End of Consent Calendar*BUSINESS CALENDARPublic Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional UsePermits, Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, SitePlan Review, and Public Convenience or Necessity Determinations are finalunless appealed within 10 days of the decision by any interested party or group(refer to the Basic Meeting Information page for more information). The PlanningCommission recommendation on Zoning and General Plan amendments,Development Agreements, Specific Developments, and Specific Plans will beforwarded to the City Council for final determination. Legal notice was publishedin the OC Reporter on October 3, 2025 and notices were mailed on said date. 1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202518 AND 202519 FOR THEPROPERTY LOCATED AT 113 EAST FOURTH STREET, LOCATED WITHINTHE TRANSIT ZONING CODE (SD84) ZONING DISTRICT.Project Applicant: Alexa Garcia with IG Drafting and Design, representingTacos Los Cholos (Applicant) and QOZB III, LLC. (Property Owner)Proposed Project: Applicant is seeking approvals for Conditional Use Permit(CUP) No. 202518 to allow the sale of beer and wine for onpremisesconsumption through a Type41 license from the Department of AlcoholicBeverage Control (ABC) and Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 202519 to allowfor the afterhours operations at an eating establishment.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further reviewpursuant to Class 1, Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines.Categorical Exemption ER No. 202580 will be filed for this project.RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTAANA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202518 ASCONDITIONED TO ALLOW THE SALE OF BEER AND WINE FOR ONPREMISES CONSUMPTION THROUGH A TYPE41 LICENSE FROM THEDEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL FOR AN EATINGESTABLISHMENT LOCATED AT 113 E. FOURTH STREET (APN: 39832803)RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTAANA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202519 ASCONDITIONED TO ALLOW AFTERHOURS OPERATION AT AN EATINGESTABLISHMENT LOCATED AT 113 E. FOURTH STREET (APN: 39832803)Recommended Actions:1. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202518 forthe sale of beer and wine for onpremises consumption asconditioned; and2. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202519 forafterhours operation as conditioned.Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.Commission had questions for staff.Staff answered questions from the Commission.Commission had questions for the applicant.Alexa Garcia, on behalf of the applicant, answered questions from theCommission via zoom.Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Woo toApprove.YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J.EscamillaNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass2.TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 202507 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT501 SOUTH HARBOR BOULEVARD LOCATED WITHIN THE HARBORMIXEDUSED TRANSIT CORRIDOR SPECIFIC PLAN (SP2) ZONINGDISTRICT.Project Applicant: Ventus Group, LLC (Applicant) on behalf of Ing Wen Hwang(Property Owner)Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Tentative Tract Map (TM)No. 202507 for condominium purposes to allow the construction of a thirtyunit,threestory residential townhome development at 501 S. Harbor Blvd., and 3706and 3712 W. Camille St. The development project is consistent with the CaliforniaSubdivision Map Act and Chapter 34 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code.Environmental Impact:In accordance with the California Environmental QualityAct (CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the Project is within the scope of the 2014Environmental Impact Report for SP2. Categorical Exemption ER No. 202415 willbe filed for this project.RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTAANA APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 202507 (COUNTY MAP NO.19295) AS CONDITIONED TO ALLOW A THIRTYUNIT SUBDIVISION FORCONDOMINIUM PURPOSES FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 501 SOUTHHARBOR BOULEVARD, 3706 AND 3712 WEST CAMILLE STREET (APNS:14430301, 14430303 & 14430304)Recommended Action:Adopt a resolution approving Tentative Tract Map No. 202507 (County MapNo. 19295) as conditioned.Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.Commission had questions for staff.Staff answered questions from the Commission.Commission had questions for the applicant.Mike O’Melveny and Peter Duarte, on behalf of the applicant, answeredquestions from the Commission.Resident Richey Madison provided public comments via Zoom regarding roadsafety concerns.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Leo toApprove with added conditions.YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J.EscamillaNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass*End of Business Calendar*STAFF COMMENTSMinutes: Staff had comments for the Commission.COMMISSIONER COMMENTSMinutes: Commission had comments for staff.ADJOURNMENTThe next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on October 27, 2025, at 5:30 PM in theCouncil Chamber located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 7:09 PM.APPEAL INFORMATIONThe formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tendayappeal period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645holds a public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the dayfollowing the hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision orrequirement of the Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, orgroup. The appeal must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the requiredfiling fee, and a copy sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of theCommission's action, by 5:00 p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observedholiday or a day when City hall is closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the nextday City Hall is open for public business. Please note: Under California Government CodeSec. 65009, if you challenge in court any of the matters on this agenda for which a publichearing is to be conducted, you may be limited to raising only those issues which you (orsomeone else) raised orally at the public hearing or in written correspondence received bythe Planning Commission or City Council at or before the hearing.MEETING INFORMATIONIf you would like to learn how to use Zoom before the meeting, visit Zoom Video Tutorials.1. Connecting directly from your computer:Click on the link on top of this agenda ORGo to Zoom.us and click "Join a Meeting" at the top. Enter the Meeting ID. The MeetingID is listed at the top of this agenda.To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being isdiscussed, click on the button next to your name to virtually raise your hand and let us knowyou wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.2. Connecting via the Zoom App:Download the free Zoom Cloud Meetings app from your favorite app store.Launch the app and click on the blue Join a Meeting button. Enter the Meeting ID, yourname, and the blue Join button. The Meeting ID is listed at the top of this agenda.To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being isdiscussed, click on the button next to your name to virtually raise your hand and let us knowyou wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.3. Dialing in from a mobile phone or landline:Dial (669) 9006833. When prompted, enter the meeting ID. The Meeting ID is listed atthe top of this agenda.To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being isdiscussed, press *9 on your phone to virtually raise your hand. You will have 3 minutes.Submit a written comment
You are invited to submit a written comment in one of the following ways:
Email PBAecomments@santaana.org and reference the topic in the subject line.
Mail to Gema Zapien, Recording Secretary, City of Santa Ana, 20 Civic Center Plaza –
M20, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Deadline to submit written comments, including any supplement materials for
consideration by the Planning Commission, is 3:30 p.m. on the day of the
meeting.Comments received after the deadline may not be distributed to the
Commission but will be made part of the record. All attendees wishing to submit
written comments or supplemental materials for distribution to Planning Commission
members during the inperson meeting must provide 15 printed copies.
TRANSLATION SERVICES ‐ Members of the public may request an interpreter 48 hours in advance to
assist a non‐english speaker during the public comments sections of the meeting. Notification of 48
hours prior to the Meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility
to this meeting. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation is provided through the use of headsets and
consecutive interpretation (Spanish‐to‐English) in addition to those wishing to address the Commission
at the podium.
Los miembros del público pueden solicitar un intérprete con 48 horas de anticipación para asistir a una
persona que no habla inglés durante la sección de comentarios públicos de la reunión. La notificación
con 48 horas de anticipación permitirá a la Ciudad hacer los arreglos razonables necesarios para
garantizar el acceso a esta reunión.La interpretación simultánea al español se ofrece por medio del uso
de audífonos y la interpretación consecutiva (español a inglés) también está disponible para cualquiera
que desee dirigirse a la Comisión en el podio.
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10/13/2025