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Maile David, Council Chair and Members of the County Council County of Hawaii Page 6 May 17, 2022 ■ Investigation of valued resources: No formal archaeological reconnaissance survey, oral history of kama`aina accounts of the area, historical survey of documentary records, or botanical study was included in the application. ■ The valued cultural, historical, and natural resources found in the rezoning: No professional archaeological and cultural study was conducted of the property. According to the applicant, no archeological or historical features are known to exist on the subject property nor is the property listed as a historic site on the State or National Register of Historic Places. No professional floral or faunal survey was conducted of the property. The subject property has been previously cleared for construction of a single-family dwelling. The vegetation on the subject parcel primarily consists of non-native grass, with no other landscaping or natural vegetation on site. According to the applicant, introduced bird species such as dove, Japanese White-eye, house finch and myna are common in the surrounding area, as well as domestic animals such as cats, dogs, goats, chickens, rats and feral pigs. According to the Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW) the Hawaiian Hawk or 'Io (Buteo solitarius) may occur in the project vicinity and their nests might be present during the breeding season from March to September. DOFAW also reported that Hawaiian Hoary Bat or 'Ope'ape'a (Lasiurus cinereus semotus) could potentially occur in the vicinity of the project area and may roost in nearby trees. Bat birthing and pup rearing season spans from June 1st through September 15th. Finally, DOFAW reported that the Hawaiian Goose or Nene (Branta sandvicensis) may also potentially occur in the vicinity of the proposed project site. It is against State law to harm or harass this species. DOFAW has provided guidance on measures to avoid and minimize impacts to the listed species, in addition to guidance on avoiding the spread of invasive species and pathogens. ■ Possible adverse effect or impairment of valued resources: Native plants and/or endangered species are unlikely to be impacted by the proposed development due to the developed and urban nature of the subject property. ■ Feasible actions to protect native Hawaiian rights: No known gathering is taking place on the site. Thus, to the extent to which traditional and customary native Hawaiian rights are exercised, the proposed action will not affect traditional Hawaiian rights; therefore,no action is necessary to protect these rights. Lastly, this recommendation is made with the understanding that the applicant remains responsible for complying with all other applicable governmental requirements in connection with the proposed use, prior to its commencement or establishment upon the subject properties. Additional governmental requirements may include the issuance of building permits, the installation of approved wastewater disposal systems, compliance with the Fire Code, installation of improvements required by the American with Disabilities Act