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alternative. Conditions have been placed on the after-hours permit that will mitigate any potential impacts created by the use and ensure that the use will not negatively affect the surrounding community. 2. Will the proposed use 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 after-hours operation is consistent with other restaurants operating in the downtown, and provides additional food choices for local residents and visitors. The after-hours operation will not be detrimental to persons residing or working in the vicinity because standards and conditions have been placed on the permit that will mitigate any potential negative or adverse impacts created by the use. In addition, the after-hours dining will occur within the premises and will not create adverse impacts. 3. Will the proposed use 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 compete with other nearby restaurants that also offer after-hours meals to their patrons. Moreover, the late night hours allows the restaurants and food related retail to remain economically viable and contributes to the overall success of the City, helping decrease the number of vacant tenant spaces that may affect the economic viability of the site. The after- hours operation will contribute to the success of Santa Ana by widening the time frame that food service and food related retail is available thereby encouraging customers to visit and stay longer in the area. 4. Will the proposed use comply with the regulations and conditions specified in Chapter 41 for such use? As conditioned, the proposed project will be in compliance with all applicable regulations and conditions imposed on restaurants open after 12:00 midnight and before 7:00 a.m. pursuant to Chapter 41 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code. 5. Will the proposed use 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 that is open past midnight contributes to the economic success of the city as a shopping and dining destination. Policy 2.9 of the Land Use Element supports developments that create a business environment that is safe and attractive. Policy 5.5 of the Land Use Element encourages development that is compatible with and supporting of surrounding land uses. The proposed McFadden Public Market Resolution No. 2017-05 31A-15 Page 2 of 9