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Resolution No. 2025-XX Page 2 of 6 The Applicant collaborated with Planning Staff to provide all necessary documentation, including a parking analysis, to support the City's review of the request. The Development Project review was finalized on November 7, 2024, after which the applicant submitted their discretionary application. E. Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC) Section 41-649 requires approval of a variance modification to amend the original request. F. Pursuant to SAMC Section 41-638, the Planning Commission is authorized to review and approve the variance modification for this Project as set forth by the SAMC. G. On January 27, 2025, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing for VAR No. 2019-2-MOD-1. H. The Planning Commission of the City of Santa Ana has considered the information and determines that the followin g findings, which must be established in order to grant VAR No. 2019-2-MOD-1, for an adult day care center, have been established as required by SAMC Section 41 -638. 1. That because of special circumstances applicable to the subject property, including size, shape, topography, location or surroundings, the strict application of the zoning ordinance is found to deprive the subject property of privileges not otherwise at variance with the intent and purpose of the provisions of this chapte r. The subject property exhibits special circumstances due to its size, existing development, and operational requirements. The two-story, 10,800-square-foot building is constrained by a 0.53- acre lot and limited parking availability, which challenges the strict application of zoning requirements. The site has historically functioned with a parking deficit under previously approved conditions. These unique factors, including the operational needs of the adult day care center and the proposed reclassification of office spaces, make strict compliance with parking requirements impractical. Without the variance, the property would be deprived of privileges to serve the community effectively, as other similar facilities do within the city. 2. That the granting of a variance or minor exception is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of one (1) or more substantial property rights. Granting the variance is necessary to allow the adult day care center to expand its capacity to meet community needs while remaining operationally viable. The property owner is proposing measures, such as the use of transportation vans and staggered