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COUNCIL ACTION
CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE:
JUNE 7, 2016
CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY:
TITLE: APPROVED
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2014-16 ❑ As Amended
TO ALLOW AN ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE [I Ordinance on 141 Reading
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PLANL41NP CQMLAISSJON ACTION
At its regular meeting on May 9, 2016, by a vote of 4:0 (Alderete, McLaughlin, Verino absent), the
Planning Commission adapted a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 2014 -16
which approved an Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) license for on- premise consumption of
beer, wine and distilled spirits with food service at El Cortez Restaurant located at 1227 East
Seventeenth Street in the Planned Shopping Center (C -4) zoning district. The Planning
Commission made no changes to the recommended conditions of approval outlined in the
attached staff report (Exhibit A).
EI Cortez Restaurant intends to occupy a 5,427- square -foot structure that was constructed in 1909
located near the northwest Corner of Grand Avenue and Seventeenth Street, The restaurant is a
full service, sit -down establishment that has approximately 190 seats, The approval of the CUP
would allow for the sale and service of beer, wine and distilled spirits in conjunction with food
sales, Full -sized site plans are available for public viewing in the Cleric of the Council Office,
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Approval of this Item supports the City's efforts to meet Goal #k3 - Economic Development,
Objectives ##2 (create new opportunities for business /job growth and encourage private
development through new General Plan and Zoning Ordinance policies).
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Conditional Use Permit No, 201416 — El Cortez Restaurant ABC — 1227 East Seventeenth
Street
June 7, 2016
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FISCAL_ IMPACT
There Is no fiscal impact associated with this action,
Hassan Hagharryy., AICP
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Planning & Building Agency
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Exhibit: A, Planning Commission Staff Report
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REQUEST FOR
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MAY 9, 2016
TITLE:
PUBLIC HEARING — FILED BY JOSEPH RODRIGUEZ
FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2014-16
TO ALLOW AN ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL
LICENSE AT THE EL CORTEZ RESTAURANT
LOCATED AT 1227 EAST SEVENTEENTH STREET
{STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 3,2)
Prepared by
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APPROVED
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• As Amended
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Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2014 -16.
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Joseph Rodriguez, representing El Cortez Restaurant, is requesting approval of a conditional use
permit to allow an ABC license for the on- premise sale and consumption of beer, wine and distilled
spirits at El Cortez Restaurant at 1227 East Seventeenth Street. Pursuant to Section 41 -196 of the
Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC), establishments that sell alcoholic beverages require a
conditional use permit.
Proiect Location and Site Description
The project site is located near the northwest corner of Grand Avenue and Seventeenth Street and is
within the center, which consists of five buildings on 14 acres of land. There are approximately
191,225 square feet of commercial, retail, and restaurant uses that currently exist on the site. A total of
650 parking spaces are provided for the site.
El Cortez Restaurant intends to occupy one of the five buildings, a 5,427 - square -foot structure that
was constructed in 1969. The site is surrounded by commercial uses to the east, west, north and
south (Exhibits 1, 2 and 3).
The General Plan land use designation for the site is General Commercial (GC). General Commercial
land -use districts are key components in the economic development of the City as they provide highly
visible and accessible commercial development along the City's arterial transportation corridors and
provide important neighborhood facilities and services, such as this restaurant. The project site is
consistent with this General Plan land use designation.
EXHIBIT A
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Conditional Use Permit No.2014 -16
May 9, 2016
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The parcel is located within the Planned Shopping Center (C -4) zoning district. The C -4 designation
is a commercial zone that allows retail, service and restaurant uses. Therefore, the proposed use is
consistent with the zoning designation.
Project Description
El Cortez Restaurant is requesting approval of an ABC license to allow the on- premise sale of beer,
wine and distilled spirits as part of the eating establishment. The restaurant is a full service, sit -down
establishment that has approximately 180 seats. The on- premise sale of alcoholic beverages to
customers is intended to provide a service ancillary to the primary restaurant use. The hours of
operation for the restaurant will be from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m., seven days per week. A
conditional use permit for after -hours operation is not required pursuant to Santa Ana Municipal
Code Section 41- 412,5(d) because the request is not located within 150 feet of a residential use.
The storage and display of alcoholic beverages will be inside of an existing refrigerator located in the
kitchen, a dry storage and bar area. The overall storage and display of alcohol consists of
approximately 82 square feet, which is 1.5 percent of the floor area and is less than five percent of the
gross floor area of the restaurant. This falls below the Planning Division Standards for establishments
serving alcoholic beverages (Exhibits 4 and 5).
Proiect background
El Cortez restaurant is a locally -owned and operated restaurant that specializes in Mexican cuisine.
The restaurant will occupy an existing space that has been used by various eating establishments
since 1969, This business operated at a different location on Grand Avenue in Santa Ana from 1990
to 2012. There was no previous conditional use permit issued for this location to allow the on -site sale
of alcoholic beverages.
Project Analvsis
Staff has reviewed the applicant's request to allow an ABC license for the on- premise sale and
consumption of beer, wine and distilled spirits at this location. In analyzing the conditional use permit
request, staff believes that the following analysis warrants staff's recommendation of approval for
the conditional use permit.
The proposed alcohol beverage license will provide an ancillary service to the restaurant customers by
allowing them the ability to purchase beer, wine and distilled spirits with their food throughout the
establishment. This will thereby benefit the community by providing a restaurant with an additional and
complementary food - related amenity. Standards are applicable to the alcoholic beverage control
license which will mitigate any potential impacts created by the use and ensure that the use will not
negatively affect the surrounding community.
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Conditional Use Permit No. 2014 -16
May 9, 2016
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The proposed use will not adversely affect the General Plan, Policy 2.2 of the Land Use Element
encourages land uses that accommodate the City's needs for goods and services. A restaurant with
an ancillary alcohol license provides a dining service to the residents of Santa Ana and strengthens
the economic vitality of commercial uses along Seventeenth Street. Policy 2.9 of the Land Use
Element supports developments that create a business environment that is safe and attractive.
Operational standards for the proposed ABC license will maintain a safe and attractive environment.
Moreover, Policy 5.5 of the Land Use Element encourages development that is compatible with and
supporting of surrounding land uses. The proposed alcoholic beverage service will be located
entirely within an enclosed building and its operations will be compatible with the surrounding mix of
uses.
El Cortez Restaurant intended to operate at an integrated shopping center occupied by other
existing retail and restaurants since the 1960s. The site is in compliance with all standards of
SAMC Section 41- 196(8) for the on -site sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages (Exhibit 6).
Police Department Analysis
The Police Department reviews conditional use permit applications for the sale and service of
alcoholic beverages in order to ensure that the potential crime and nuisance behaviors associated
with alcohol consumption are mitigated to the greatest extent possible, For on -sale licenses, the
Police Department analyzes the crime rate in the area using the standards and definitions contained
in the Business and Professions Code Section 23958,4(c)(2), which also are utilized by the State
Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC), This section defines "reported crimes" as criminal
homicide, forcible rape, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, larceny theft, and motor vehicle theft,
combined with all arrests for other crimes, both felonies and misdemeanors, except traffic citations,
The Police Department then compares the number of such crimes in the reporting district as
compared to the number of crimes in other reporting districts. In keeping with the standard used by
State ABC and Business and Professions Code, should the Police department determine that the
reporting district has a 20 percent greater number of reported crimes than the average number
found in all reporting districts, the Police Department will consider this information in making its
recommendation.
The Police Department considered two factors when reviewing this type of application: crime rate
and sensitive land uses, it has been determined that 1227 East Seventeenth Street is located in
Reporting District No. 203, an area that is far below the number of reported crimes than the average
number reported for all crime reporting districts and is considered average in police - related incidents
based on standards established under the Business and Professions Code Section 23958.4. As for
sensitive land uses, there are no residential units immediately adjacent to the proposed use that
may be impacted by noise and /or late night activity.
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Conditional Use Permit No. 2014 -16
May 9, 2016
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Based on the average crime rate and adjacent residences, the Police Department recommends
approval of the CUP provided that the established standards are complied with to ensure that this
location operates as a bona fide eating establishment and does not aggravate existing conditions or
negatively impact adjacent residents.
The project site is located within the Fairhaven Neighborhood Association. Staff contacted the
president of the association, who identified no concerns with the project. Additionally, the project
site was 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, either written or electronic, had
been received from any members of the public.
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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 operating, permitting and
licensing of existing private structures with negligible or no expansion of the existing use. The
proposed application is to approve an alcoholic beverage control license and allow the sale of beer,
wine and distilled spirits within an existing commercial building.
An alcoholic beverage control license and allow the sale of beer, wine and distilled spirits within an
existing commercial building has been found by the City's development review agencies to not
create any adverse impacts. An alcoholic beverage control license and allow the sale of beer, wine
and distilled spirits is proposed to be located on a site that is not designated by federal, state, or
local agencies to be an environmental resource of hazardous or critical concern. The cumulative
impact of this project will not be significant; the property is already served by roads and utilities, and
will not create any adverse impacts such as noise, traffic, or safety concerns. There is no
reasonable possibility that the project will have a significant effect on the environment due to
unusual circumstances. The project is not located within a highway officially designated as a state
scenic highway and will not result in damage to scenic resources. The project is not located on a
site which is included on any list compiled pursuant to Section 65962.5 of the Government Code.
Lastly, the project is not proposed on a site that is considered a historical resource or that is listed in
the Santa Ana Register of Historic Properties. As a result, Categorical Exemption Environmental
Review No. 2014 -38 will be filed for this project.
Strategic Plan Alignment
Approval of this item supports the City's efforts to meet Goal No. 3 Economic Development, Objective
No. 2 (create new opportunities for business /job growth and encourage private development through
new General Plan and Zoning Ordinance policies).
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Conditional Use Permit No. 2014 -16
May 9, 2016
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Conclusion
Based on the analysis provided within this report, staff recommends that the Planning Commission
approve Conditional Use Permit No. 2014-16.
Ann Ni
Associate Planner
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Attachments:
Exhibit 1 — Vicinity Map
Exhibit 2 — Land Use Map
Exhibit 3 — Site Photo
Exhibit 4 — Site Plan
Exhibit 5 -- Floor Plan
Exhibit 6 — Operational Standards for On -Sale Establishments
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Sec. 41 -196. Establishments selling alcoholic beverages.
Operational standards for on -sale establishments. The following operational standards
shall be included as informational conditions in the conditions of approval for the
conditional use permit required pursuant to Section 41 -196
1, The premises shall at all times be maintained as a bona -fide eating establishment
as defined in Section 23038 of the California Business and Professions code and
shall provide a menu containing an assortment of foods normally offered. The
premises must have suitable kitchen facilities and supply an assortment of foods
commonly ordered at various hours of the day. Full and complete meals must be
served whenever the privileges of the on -sale license are being exercised.
2. There shall be no fixed bar or lounge area upon the premises maintained for the
sole purpose of sales, service or consumption of alcoholic beverages directly to
patrons. A fixed bar or lounge may be permitted if patrons may order food being
offered to the general patrons of the eating establishment.
3. The sales, service; and consumption of alcoholic beverages shall be permitted
only between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 a.m. unless otherwise amended by
the granting of a conditional use permit for after -hours operations pursuant to
Santa Ana Municipal Code Chapter 41.
4, It shall be the applicant's responsibility to ensure that no alcoholic beverages are
consumed on any property adjacent to the licensed premises under the control of
the applicant, with the exception of any enclosed patio areas.
5. The applicant or an employee of the licensee must be present to monitor all areas
of the establishment, including outdoor patios, during all times that alcoholic
beverages are being served or consumed,
6. All employees serving alcoholic beverages must complete Responsible Beverage
Service Training, or an equivalent approved by the State Department of Alcoholic
Beverage Control, prior to being able to serve alcoholic beverages to patrons.
Evidence of the completion of such training must be maintained on the premises
and available for inspection upon request by the City.
7. During those times when patrons are restricted to 21 years of age or older, the
applicant shall at all times utilize an age verification means or device for all
purchases of alcoholic beverages. Such verification of age is not intended to
discriminate against patrons based on race, ethnicity or legal status, but only to
comply with state law restricting the sale of alcohol to those 21 and older.
8. Queuing lines shall be managed in an orderly manner and all disruptive and/or
intoxicated patrons shall be denied entry. The business owner, or his designee,
shall be responsible for monitoring the queuing lines at all times.
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9. The outdoor queuing line shall not block public walkways or obstruct the entry or
exit doors of adjacent businesses. Stanchions or barriers must be used to
maintain order at all times the queue exceeds 25 patrons. All stanchions or
barriers located on public property must be approved by the Public Works Agency.
10. Employees and contract security personnel shall not consume any alcoholic
beverages during their work shift, except for product sampling for purposes of
employee education about new products. Under no circumstances may contract
security personnel consume alcoholic beverages during their work shift.
11. There shall be no exterior advertising of any kind or type, including window signs
or other signs visible from outside, that promote or indicate the availability of
alcoholic beverages on the premises. Interior displays of alcoholic beverages or
signs, which are clearly visible to the exterior, shall constitute a violation of this
condition. Permissible window displays must be kept to a minimum for maximum
visibility and shall not exceed 25 percent of window coverage. Floor displays shall
not exceed three feet in height.
12. There shall be no promotions encouraging intoxication or drinking contests or
advertisements indicating "buy one drink, get one free ", "two for the price of one ",
or "all you can drink for..." or similar language.
13. Any pool tables, amusement machines or video games maintained on the
premises at any time must be reviewed and approved in a security plan submitted
to the Chief of Police.
14, Live Entertainment, including but not limited to, amplified music, karaoke,
performers and dancing, shall be subject to the issuance of an entertainment
permit pursuant to Santa Ana Municipal Code ("SAMC ") Chapter 11 —
Entertainment, and shall comply with all of the standards contained therein.
Notwithstanding this requirement, music /noise shall not be audible beyond 20 feet
from the exterior of the premises in any direction.
15. Neither the applicant, nor any person or entity operating the premises with the
permission of the applicant, shall violate the City's adult entertainment ordinance
contained in SAMC Section 12 -1 and 12 -2.
16. The premises shall not be operated as an adult entertainment business as such
term is defined in SAMC Section 41- 1701.6.
17, The applicant(s) shall be responsible for maintaining free of litter the area adjacent
to the premises under the control of the licensee.
18. There shall be no public telephones located on the exterior of the premises. All
interior pay phones must be designed to allow outgoing calls only.
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19. Any graffiti painted or marked upon the premises or on any adjacent area under
the control of the licensee(s) shall be removed or painted within 24 hours of being
applied.
20. Existing bona fide eating establishment and required parking must conform to the
provisions of Chapter 8, Article 11, Division 3 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code
(Building Security Ordinance). These code conditions will require that the existing
project lighting, door /window locking devices and addressing be upgraded to
current code standards. Lighting standards cannot be located in required
landscape planters. Prior to issuance of Letter of Approval to the Alcohol
Beverage Control Board, this condition must be complied with.
21. A timed - access cash controller or drop safe must be installed.
22. Install a silent armed robbery alarm.
23. The owner or manager of the licensed premises shall maintain on the premises a
written security policy and procedures manual that has been approved by the
Police Department, addressing at a minimum the following items:
a. Procedures for handling obviously intoxicated persons.
b. The method for establishing a reasonable ratio of employees to patrons,
based upon activity level, in order to ensure adequate staffing levels to
monitor beverage sales and patron behavior.
C. Procedures for handling patrons involved in fighting, arguing or loitering
about the building, and /or in the immediate adjacent area that is owned,
leased, rented or used under agreement by the Licensee(s).
d. Procedures for verifying the age of patrons for purposes of alcohol sales.
e. Procedures for ensuring that servers monitor patrons to ensure that their
drinking limit/potential intoxication is not exceeded, This procedure should
include a description of the procedure the server would use to warn, or
refuse to serve, the patron.
f. Procedures for calling the police regarding observed or reported criminal
activity.
g. Procedures for management of queuing lines.
The location and description of any video games proposed to be on the
premises.
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24. The operator shall be responsible for submitting a detailed outdoor fencing and
dining plan where outdoor dining is proposed as part of the business operation. If
the proposed dining area or fencing is in the public right of way, the applicant must
obtain all required permits and approvals from the Public Works Agency.
25. Combined alcohol storage and display areas shall not exceed five percent (5 %) of
the gross floor area of the licensed establishment.
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LS 5.9.16
RESOLUTION NO.2016 -xx
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF SANTA ANA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.
2014 -16 TO ALLOW THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN A
BONA FIDE RESTAURANT FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED 1227
EAST SEVENTEENTH STREET
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AS
FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The Planning Commission of the City of Santa Ana hereby finds, determines
and declares as follows:
A. Applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 2014 -16 to allow an
on -sale beer, wine and distilled spirits alcohol beverage control license in the
Planned Shopping Center (C -4) zoning district at the property located at 1227 East
Seventeenth Street.
B. Santa Ana Municipal Code Section 41 -196 requires approval of a conditional use
permit to allow the sell alcoholic beverages at an eating establishment.
C. On May 9, 2016, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on
Conditional Use Permit No. 2014 -16.
D. The Planning Commission of the City of Santa Ana determines that the following
findings, which must be established in order to grant this Conditional Use Permit
pursuant to Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC) Section 41 -196, have been
established for Conditional Use Permit No. 201416 to warrant approval of the
conditional use permit to allow an alcohol beverage license:
1. That the proposed use will provide a service or facility which will contribute to
the general well -being of the neighborhood or community.
The proposed alcohol beverage license will provide an ancillary
service to the restaurant customers by allowing them the ability to
purchase beer, wine and distilled spirits with their food throughout the
establishment. This will thereby benefit the community by providing a
restaurant with an additional and complementary food - related
amenity. Standards are applicable to the alcoholic beverage control
license which will mitigate any potential impacts created by the use
and ensure that the use will not negatively affect the surrounding
community,
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2. That the proposed use will not, under the circumstances of the particular case,
be detrimental to the health, safety, or general welfare of persons residing or
working in the vicinity.
The proposed license for the on -sale consumption of beer, wine and
distilled spirits at this location will not be detrimental to persons
residing or working in the vicinity because standards are applicable to
the alcoholic beverage control license that will mitigate any potential
negative or adverse impacts created by the use. In addition, the use
will occur within the premises and is incidental to the restaurant use.
3. That the proposed use will not adversely affect the present economic stability
or future economic development of properties surrounding the area.
The proposed use will not adversely affect the economic stability of
the area, but will instead allow the restaurant to economically compete
with other restaurants in the area that also offer beer, wine and
distilled spirits for sale to their guests. Moreover, the offering of
alcoholic beverages allows El Cortez Restaurant to remain
economically viable and contribute to the overall success and
economic stability of the area.
4. That the proposed use will comply with the regulations and conditions
specified in Chapter 41 for such use.
The proposed project will be in compliance with all applicable
regulations and standards imposed on a restaurant selling beer, wine
and distilled spirits pursuant to Chapter 41 of the Santa Ana Municipal
Code. The facility has the kitchen equipment necessary to be
considered a bona fide restaurant use and is eligible to obtain a
restaurant related alcoholic beverage control license. Additionally, the
restaurant will utilize less than five percent of the gross floor area for
the storage of alcoholic beverages, which is below the maximum
threshold established by the Municipal Code.
5. That the proposed use will not adversely affect the General Plan or any
specific plan of the City.
The proposed use will not adversely affect the General Plan. Policy
2.2 of the Land Use Element encourages land uses that
accommodate the City's needs for goods and services. A restaurant
with an ancillary alcohol license provides a dining service to the
residents of Santa Ana and strengthens the economic vitality of
commercial uses along Seventeenth Street and Grand Avenue.
Policy 2.9 of the Land Use Element supports developments that
create a business environment that is safe and attractive, Operational
standards for the proposed ABC license will maintain a safe and
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attractive environment. Moreover, Policy 5.5 of the Land Use Element
encourages development that is compatible with and supporting of
surrounding land uses. The proposed alcoholic beverage service will
be located entirely within an enclosed building and its operations will
be compatible with the surrounding mix of uses.
Section 2. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act the recommended
action is exempt for further review per Section 15309. The Class 1 exemption allows the
operating, permitting and licensing of existing private structures with negligible or no expansion of
the existing use. The proposed application is to approve an alcoholic beverage control license and
allow the sale of beer, wine and distilled spirits within an existing commercial building.
An alcoholic beverage control license to allow the sale of beer, wine and distilled spirits within an
existing commercial building has been found by the City's development review agencies to not
create any adverse impacts. An alcoholic beverage control license to allow the sale of beer, wine
and distilled spirits is proposed to be located on a site that is not designated by federal, state, or
local agencies to be an environmental resource of hazardous or critical concern. The cumulative
impact of this project will not be significant; the property is already served by roads and utilities,
and will not create any adverse impacts such as noise, traffic, or safety concerns. There is no
reasonable possibility that the project will have a significant effect on the environment due to
unusual circumstances. The project is not located within a highway officially designated as a
state scenic highway and will not result In damage to scenic resources. The project is not located
on a site which is included on any list compiled pursuant to Section 65962.5 of the Government
Code. Lastly, the project is not proposed on a site that is considered a historical resource or that
is listed in the Santa Ana Register of Historic Properties. As a result, Categorical Exemption
Environmental Review No. 2014 -38 will be filed for this project.
Section 3. The applicant agrees to indemnify, hold harmless, and defend the City of
Santa Ana, its officials, officers, agents, and employees, from any and all liability, claims, actions
or proceedings that may be brought arising out of its approval of this project, and any approvals
associated with the project, including, without limitation, any environmental review or approval,
except to the extent caused by the sole negligence of the City of Santa Ana.
Section 4, The Planning Commission of the City of Santa Ana after conducting the public
hearing hereby approves Conditional Use Permit No. 2014 -16 for the project located at 1227 East
Seventeenth Street. This decision is based upon the evidence submitted at the abovesaid
hearing, which includes, but is not limited to: the Request for Planning Commission Action dated
May 9, 2016 and exhibits attached thereto; and, the public testimony, written and oral, all of which
are incorporated herein by this reference.
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ADOPTED this 9th day of May, 2016
AYES: Commissioners:
NOES: Commissioners:
ABSENT: Commissioners:
ABSTENTIONS: Commissioners:
James Gartner
Chairperson
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Sonia R. Carvalho, City Attorney
By:_
Lisa Storck
Assistant City Attorney
CERTIFICATE OF ATTESTATION AND ORIGINALITY
I, ROSA BARELA, Acting Recording Secretary, do hereby attest to and certify the
attached Resolution No. 2016 -xx to be the original resolution adopted by the Planning
Commission of the City of Santa Ana on May 9, 2016.
Date:
Acting Recording Secretary
City of Santa Ana
Resolution No, 2016 -xx
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