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RESOLUTION NO. 2011-15
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT NO. 2011-21 TO ALLOW A CEMENT
MANUFACTURING FACILITY ON THE PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 516 SOUTH SANTA FE 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. Conditional Use Permit No. 2011-21 came before the Planning
Commission of the City of Santa Ana for a duly noticed public hearing on
October 10, 2011.
B. Conditional Use Permit No. 2011-21 has been filed with the City of Santa
Ana seeking to allow the operation of a cement manufacturing facility at
• 516 South Santa Fe Street.
C. Pursuant to Santa Ana Municipal Code Section 41-489.5(c), a Conditional
Use Permit is required for cement manufacturing operations in the M2
District in the City of Santa Ana.
D. Santa Ana Municipal Code Section 41-638 authorizes the Planning
Commission to grant a conditional use permit upon making certain
findings.
1. Will the proposed use provide a service or facility which will
contribute to the general well being of the neighborhood or the
community?
The project will provide a service or facility which will
contribute to the community. The facility is a cement
manufacturing facility that will provide needed construction
materials and supplies to development sites in the area.
Further, the business will provide needed employment
opportunities for residents that live in the City.
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• 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 cement manufacturing facility will not be
detrimental to persons residing or working in the area as the
facility is located within an area of the City that is
predominantly industrial in nature. Further, improvements will
be made to the site, including the installation of water clarifiers
and biofilters, which will bring the site into compliance with
local and regional water quality statutes. Additionally,
enhancements such as the construction of new block walls
and the planting of additional landscaping will be made to the
site that will provide visual and aesthetic upgrades to the site.
Finally, conditions have been placed on the project that will
mitigate any negative or adverse impacts created by the use
that could otherwise affect the health, safety, or general
welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity.
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 identify the site as a viable
site to conduct business. The site was previously vacant and
has since been occupied by a use that is consistent with the
zoning for the property. The reuse of the site, in conjunction
with the improvements that will be made to the site, will
enhance the economic viability of the area.
4. Will the proposed use comply with the regulations and conditions
specified in Chapter 41 for such use?
The use will be in compliance with all regulations and
provisions of Chapter 41 (Zoning Code) of the Santa Ana
Municipal Code. Site improvements are proposed that will
bring the site into compliance with the Zoning Code. A new
10 -foot high block wall will be built along the perimeter of the
property to mitigate any visual blight, noise and/or dust related
concerns. In addition, improvements to the signage,
landscaping and roof mounted equipment will be made to
bring the site into compliance with code. Finally, on-site
improvements will be made that will ensure the facility
complies with local, regional and federal water quality
standards.
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. 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.
Goal 1 of the Land Use Element encourages uses that
promote a balance of land uses that address basic community
needs. Goal 2 encourages uses that enhance the City's
economic and fiscal viability. Goal 5 ensures that the impacts
of development are mitigated.
E. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, Mitigated
Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring Program, Environmental
Review No. 2009-86, has been prepared for this project. The Planning
Commission has reviewed and considered the information contained in
the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring Program,
Environmental Review No. 2009-86, prepared with respect to this project,
and has determined that the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation
Monitoring Program adequately addresses the expected environmental
impacts of the project. On the basis of this review, the Planning
Commission finds that there is no evidence from which it can be fairly
argued that the project will have a significant adverse effect on the
environment. Thus, the Planning Commission hereby certifies and
approves the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring
• Program, Environmental Review No. 2009-86.
Section 2. The Planning Commission, after conducting the public hearing,
hereby approves Conditional Use Permit No. 2011-21 as conditioned in Exhibit "A"
attached hereto and incorporated herein. This decision is based upon the evidence
submitted at the above said hearing, which includes but is not limited to: the Request for
Planning Commission Action dated October 10, 2011, and exhibits attached thereto;
and the public testimony, all of which are incorporated herein by this reference.
ADOPTED this 10th day of October , 2011 by the following vote:
AYES: Commissioners: Acosta, Gartner, Mill, Nalle, Turner, Yrarrazaval(6)
NOES: Commissioners: None (0)
ABSENT: Commissioners: Alderete (1)
ABSTENTIONS: Commissioners: None (0)
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Joseph A. Straka, City Attorney
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By:
Ryan O. odg
CERTIFICATE OF ATTESTATION AND ORIGINALITY
• I, Martha Ramirez, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby attest to and certify the
attached Resolution No. 2011-15 to be the original resolution adopted by the Planning
Commission of the City of Santa Ana on October 10, 2011.
Date:(G!
Planning Commission Secrqtary
City of Santa Ana
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• Conditions for Approval for Conditional Use Permit No. 2011-21
Conditional Use Permit No. 2011-21 is approved subject to compliance, to the reasonable
satisfaction of the Planning Manager, with all applicable sections of the Santa Ana
Municipal Code, the California Administrative Code, the California Building Standards
Code and all other applicable regulations.
The applicant must comply in full with each and every condition listed below prior to
exercising the rights conferred by this conditional use permit.
The applicant must remain in compliance with all conditions listed below throughout the
life of the conditional use permit. Failure to comply with each and every condition may
result in the revocation of the conditional use permit.
A. Planning Division
1. All proposed site improvements must conform to the Site Plan Review
approval of DP No. 2009-35.
2. Any amendment to this conditional use permit must be submitted to the
Planning Division for review. At that time, staff will determine if
administrative relief is available or the conditional use permit must be
• amended.
3. The existing chain link fencing along the project perimeter shall be removed
and be replaced by a block wall no less than 10 feet in height.
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4. A final landscaping plan, including a detailed irrigation plan, shall be
submitted to staff for review and approval.
Exhibit A
Resolution No. 2011-15
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