HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOM 0084.000 2000-2002
Harry Kfm Dt:u Kaetsu
Mayor Marogug Dneclor
Peter T. Young
Deputy Managing Director
Couaty of Hawaii
25 Aupum Strtet, Room 215 • Hilo, Hewen %720.4252 • (808) %1-82I I • Fez (808) %Ifi533
KONA 73.5706 Kualuni H~ghwry, Swte 103 • K~lu~-Konti Hawui %740
(808)329-3226 • Fez (808)326.5663
January 12, 2001
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Honorable James Y. Arakalu, Cha~rnran
and Members of the County Counctl - -
County of Hawaii
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, HI 96720 :
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Deaz Chazrman Arakak( and Members:
J Change afZone Application (REZ 00-015)
Applignt: Bernard and Rita Soaves
Request: RS-10 to CN-10
Tax Map Key: 2-2-34.95
Change of Zone Appl(catron (REZ 00-21)
Appl~cant• Mabel S. Kubota Trust
Request RS-10 to CG-10
Tax Map Key: 2-2-20.007
Proposed Street Name - Pahoa Village Road
Pahoa Village
Tax Map Key 1-5-2, 6, 7, 11, 14, etc
Proposed Street Names - Walpunalel Homesteads
Tax Map Key. 3-6-5
Proposed Street Names - O`okala Community Association
Tax Map Key• 3-9-4, 5 and 6 (SUB 6633, 6635 & 6636)
Proposed Street Names - Pa`auilo Camp, "Spanish Camp," Nakalel Camp, etc
Tax Map Key• 4-3-18 (SUB 6638) (SUB 6634)
Proposed Street Names - Pa`auhau Village
Tax Map Key 4-4-17 (SUB 6637)
Q 1 1 ~ ~ ~ Comm. No.
I+~le No.
Ref. Toy
Raf. Date -
Honorable James Y Arakah, Chairman
and Members of the County Council
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protect area must comply with Chapter 27 of the County Code relating to Flood Hazard
Control. The site has been previously developed and, therefore, no endangered or
threatened species of floral or fauna nor any archaeological sites are anticipated to be
found on the properties.
To mitigate any potential noise and visual impacts to adjacent neighbors, a
landscaping buffer shall be provided in accordance with the Planning Department's Rule
17 and Plan Approval requirements to be determined during plan approval review. This
mitigation measure will ensure that any Proposed commeroral uses St into the locale with
minimal intrusion while providing the desired sernces.
Based on the above findings, this request for a Change of Zone from a Single
Fanuly Residential (RS-10) to a Neighborhood Commercial (CN-10) caned drstnct
would result in an appropriate land use pattern that will further benefit the general public.
For your favorable consideration, an amendment to Section 25-8-33, the City of Hrlo Zone Map,
of the County Zoning Code is transmitted.
We are enclosing a copy of the staff background and the applicants' additional conrspondence
for your information.
Sin~c~e~re~l~y,~
~^Ca/
Geraldine M. Giffin, Chairmen
Planning Commission
Lsoares02PC
Enclosures
cc Bernard and Rita Soares
Mr. Wilham L. Moore
Department of Public Works
Department of Water Supply
Kazu Hayashida, Director/DOT-Highways, Honolulu
Honorable James Y. Arakeki, Chairman
a~ Members of the County Council
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this designation and the existing commercral uses in the area. The aurroundinB ProP~a
consrat of a mrx o~residmtial and commercial uses The Hilo Community Development
Plan (CDP) reoohthrmds that portion of the Waialrea Houssbts be returned in multiple
family residential wee toward sad along the western sidtof Mamno Street, north of
Lanikaula Strout to the Krhutea Avenue-Kittoole Street area adjacent to rod near the
Wailoa State recreation area, the University of H{b at Hawaii, Hilo Shopping Curter and
the I{aiko'o Shopping Complex. However, ante the adeption of the Hilo Community
Devebpment Plan m 1973, the Waiakea Hausebts area has undergone change. Although
Hrgh Density Urban at one time, the area was changed back to Low Density Urban
because of community concur. Once again, it is undergoieg transition to commercial
uses on a smaller scale. This reoonin8 seehwiSeation would be a reasonable expansion
of commercial activities that have ahasdy been estsblishad is the immediate vicurity.
The project site is situated within close proxunity to schools, oommereial areas,
employment craters and public safety services. 'Fhe Hilo Community Development Plan,
adopted by Resolution in 1973 by the Planning Commission, rsoommtoded that the area
be retained as RMS. However, there has been increasing i for additional
commercial-zoned lands in the area. More recmttly, on this particular bbck itself, the Big
Island Candies, raw zoned CG-20, and the Hera propatiee now zoned CN-20 refjact a
deliberate move toward commercial expansion in the aroa. 9itice 1981, this area fins
gradually been in transition from residential to cornmeeraal. North an Hirano Street
approximately 730 feet from the subject propmtiea are par+ce6 zeroed CN-7 3. This area
includes Don's Grill and the JCC Credit Union. Oda-McCarty Architects is located on
Manono Street approximately 600 feet northwest of the subject properties. Recem
commercial rezonings in the vicinity inchide:
• TMK: 2-2-84:83 & 93 (RA7 942), applicants George and Adele Hare secured a
change of Zone from RS-10 to CN-20 by Ordraanoe No. 00.31 effective Apnl 13,
2000 m order td construct ao ofHee building to relocate the accounting and
clerical staff for their wholesale grocery business.
• TMK: 2-2-34: 33 (REZ 877), site of Oda-McCarty Architects, from RS-10 to
CN-7.3 by Ordinance No. 98 13 effective Febnuay 24, 1998.
• TMK 2-2-34: 67 (REZ 861), ante of Big Island Candies located across the street
from the aublect properties, from 1tS-10 to CG-20 by Ordinance No. 97 92
effoctive July 3, 1997. This property was also the subject of a Planning Director
imhated General Plan Amendment (GPA 20) from Low Density Urban to High
Density Urban by Ordinance No. 97 ti4 effective May 14, 1997.
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COUNTY OF HAWAII PLANNING DEPARTMENT
BACKGROUND REPORT
BERNARD AND RITA SOARES
(`AAN[:F. OF ZONF. APPi.ICATION (ILZ 00-0151
BERNARD AND RITA SOARES aze requesting a Change of Zone by changing the
disirictOclassification firm Single Family Residential (RS-10) to Neighborhood Commercial
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(CN-~ for approximately 12,473 square feet of land. The property is located on the west side
of Hirano Street, approximately 100 feet from its intersection with Kekuanaoa Street an directly
across from the Big Island Candies site, Waiakea Houselots,1st Series, South Hilo, Hawall,
TMK. 2-2-34:~4.q 5
Ai.INFORMATION
1. Land Ownership: The property is owned by Bernard and Rita Soazes.
APPI.I NT'C RF.QLrEST
2 Request: The applicants aze requesting the change of zone in order to utilize the existing
two-story dwelling as a boazding facility and possibly in the future for office rentals. The
first floor was approved as an ohana umt on May 7, 2000. The applicant is also
considering office rentals and other uses as permitted under the Neighborhood
Commercial (CN) zonng. The owners aze presently caring for an elderly pazent and with
increasing difficulty In gaining access to the upsturs unit, aze looking at relocating to a
new residence to better caze for their pazent.
2. Conceptual Plans: Plans are to use the existing structure for the proposed boarding
facility and possibly in the future for office rentals. Plans Indicate anon-conforming
structure, as setbacks do not meet the required setback for the RS-15 zoned dlstnct which
aze 25 feet for the front and reaz and 15 feet on the sides.
3. Parking: Although not shown on plans, the applicant's consu]tant has represented that
all requirements shall be complied with. Based on secunng a commercial zoning, r l+v2t~ 2 ~(g
according to the County Zoning Code, pazking requlremen~shall be one space for every
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300 square feet of gross floor azea
4. Constriction Timetable and Cost: Upon approval, the downstairs would be converted
to a boarding facility. The upstaus would be converted when the applicants secure a new
dwelling.
5. Additlonal Information: (See Exhibit A -Change of Zone Application)
STAT . ND .O TNTY P NC
6. SLU: Urban.
7. GP Conalstency: Economic, Land Use and Commercial Elements.
8. GP LUPAG Map: Low Density Urban Development. This designation allows for
single farnily residential in chazacter, ancillary community and public uses, and
convenience type commercial uses. As such, taus request ns in conformance with the GP
LUPAG map. By Planning Director initiated General Plan Amendment No. 16 effective
October 29, 1992 by Ordinance 92 115, the azea bordered by Hualam Street, Kalanikoa
Street (including parcels located on the eastern side of the street), Lanikaula Street, and
Mililazu Street, was re-designated from Mechum Density Urban and Industrial to Low
Density Urban. This azea encompasses roughly 122.5 acres
9. Hilo Community Development Plan (CDP): The Hilo CDP adopted by Resolution in
1975 by the Planning Commnssion recommended that the azea be maintained as RM-4
10 County Zoning: Single Family Residential (RS-10). Boazding facilities are not allowed
in the Residential (RS) distracts but azea allowed in Multiple-Family Residential (RM)
and Commercial districts.
i 1. Ohana Dwelling Permit: The applicant was issued an Ohana Dwelling Permit by letter
dated May 7, 1991 for the two story duplex conversion
12. SMA: The subject properties aze not located witlin the Special Management Area and
located approximately one mile from the nearest coastline.
nFCrRrpTION OF PROPF.RTY.~ND SUls`ROi IN RFAC
13 Subject Properties: The parcel is rectangulaz in shape and is approximately 12,473
squaze feet in size. The property is located approximately 100 feet from the western
comer of the Hinano-Kekuanaoa Street intersection. It is located on Hmano Street and is
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located across from Big Island Candies The property is surrounded by a rock wall
approximately 3 feet high. There is an existing two-story duplex on the subject property
with an ohana dwelling permit. According to Real Property Tax Office records, the
dwelhng was constructed in 1937. Building Department records indicate that the fast
floor dwelling has six bedrooms with two bedrooms on the second floor.
14. ALISH: Urban Development.
15. FIRM: Zone "X", azea determined to be outside the 500-year flood plain.
16. U.S.D.A. Soil Type: Keaukaha extremety rocky muck, 6 to 20 percent (rKFD), which
consists ofwell-drained, thin orgamc sods overlying pahoehoe lava bedrock. Runoff is
medium and the erosion hazard is slight.
17. Land Study Buresu Soil Rating: Urban.
18. Archaeological Resources: Since the site has previously been improved, the likelihood
of any archaeological features is remote.
19. Flors and Fauna: The site is developed, therefore, impacts to flora and fauna are
expected to be minimal,
20. Surrounding Zoning and Land Uses: Immediately adjacent properties aze zoned
RS-10 and in residential use. The adjacent parcel to the south is a pole lot, with the
access pole running along side the subJect pazcel, with a dwelling located in the reaz.
Across the street is the Big Island Candies, zoned CG-20. Two parcels north,
approximately 100 feet away, was recent change ofzone was approved effective Apnl 13,
2000 by the County Council for the Hazas, to construct an office building. This area has
been in transition from residential to commercial. North on Hinano Street approximately
750 feet from the subject propemes are parcels zoned CN-7 5. Tlvs azea includes Don's
Grill and the JCC Credit Umon. Oda-McCarty Architects is located approximately 600
feet northwest of the subJect properties.
21. Commercial Rezoning in the Vicinity:
• TMK: 2-2-84:85 & 93 (REZ 942), applicant George and Adele Hara secured a change
of Zone from RS-10 to CN-20 by Ordinance No. 00-31 effective April 13, 2000 in
order to construct an office building to relocate the accounting and clencal stall' for
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then wholesale grocery business.
• TMK: 2-2-34: 35 (REZ 877), site ofOda-McCarty Architects, secured a change of
zone from RS-10 to CN-7.5 by Ordinance No. 98 I S effective February 24, 1998.
• TMK: 2-2-34: 67 (REZ 861), site of Big Island Candies located across the street from
the subject properties, secured a change of zone from RS-10 to CG-20 by Ordinance
No. 97 92 effective July 3, 1997. This property was also the subject of a Planning
Duector initiated General Plan Amendment (GPA 20) from Low Density Urban to
High Density Urban by Ordinance No. 97 64 effective May 14, 1997.
PIIR .iC SERVI FA .ITI
22. Access: Access is proposed from Hinano Street, which is a County roadway. As this
request is for a commercial use, the Depaztment of Public Works is recommending that
Hinano Street be widened to a 50-foot nght-of--way, from its current 40-foot right-of--way.
Big Island Candies has provided roadway improvements on Hinano Street to a 50-foot
right of way. The City of Hilo Zone Map identifies Hinano Street as a collector street.
The Department of Public Works recommends that the future road widening sections and
roadway improvements be subdivided and dedicated to the County.
23. Water: According to the Department of Water Supply, water is available to the site from
a 5/8-inch meter on the 6-inch waterline in Hinano Street. The applicant is presently
entitled to 600 gallons per day, although future wmmercial uses may require more. The
Department of Water Supply is requiring the installation of a backflow preventer.
24. Wastewater: According to the applicants, wastewater will be disposed of through a
County sewer line fronting the sublect properties.
25. Otber Essential Utilities and Services: Police, fire protection and emergency medical
services aze located approxinately two miles from the site. Electricity and telephone aze
avazlable to the site.
A(:F.N .IF. ' OMMF.NT$
26. Police Department (September 26, 2000):
"Staff has reviewed the above-referenced application and has no comments or objections
to offer at this time."
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27. Real Property Tax Office (September 29, 2000 Memo):
"There are no comments at this time.
"Ctiurent -Real Property taxes are paid through December 31, 2000."
28. State Department of Transportation -Hilo (October 12, 2000 Memo):
/ "Not Applicable"
,28. Department of Public Works: (See Exhibit B -October 6, 2000 Memo)
? Department of Water Supply: (See Ezbibit C -November 1, 2000 Memo and
J Applicant's response dated November 8, 2000)
31 36. ire Department (See Exhibit D-September 25, 2000 Memo and Applicant's
response dated October 17, 2000):
A[_F.N - NO OMMF.NTS
~ 1/3'1. Department of Transportatlon -Honolulu, State Department of Heslth and Upper
Wafakea Houselots Kumisi.
riiRi.lc coMMENTs
3'~ The department has not received any comments or ob~ecrions from the public on ttus
request.
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APPLICATION FOR CHANGE OF ZONE
COUNTY OF HAWAII ~ P~ 3 3T
PLANNING DEPARTII~NT Zp00 StP
p~,NNING pFFr~1NAl11T
APPLICANT. Bernard and Rita SYoares COUNTY OF
APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE: /`°""''°t'~ , ~ ~ 1~~, ~ ,
ADDRESS. 594-A Hinano Street
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
LIST APPLICANT'S INTEREST IF NOT OWNER. Not Applicable
LIST PRINCIPAL(S) INCLUDE NAMES OF MAIN OFFICERS: Not Applicable
TELEPHONE-BUSINESS: RESIDENCE• 808) 934-7478
REQUEST• RS-10 TO CN-10
(Ex~shng Zoning) (Proposed Zoning)
TAX MAP ICEY: (3) 2-2-034: 95
AREA OF PROPERTY OR AFFECTED AREA(S) TO BE REZONED: 12.473.5 sg. ft.
LANDOWNER(S): Bernard nd Rita S
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OWNER'S SIGNATURE: - 2.,,rJ DATE. AVCtu~'C 'l, 2000
ay be by letter)
AGENT. William L. Moore
ADDRESS William L. Moore Planning
159 Halai St.
Hilo, HI 96720
TELEPHONE-BUSINESS• 935-0311 FACSIMILE• 934-0162
Please indicate to whom original correspondence should be sent.
ORIGINAL. Bernard Soares COPIES: William L. Moore Planning
EXHIBIT
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ATTACHMENT
Commercial, RM, Resort, & Industrial
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
COUNTY OF HAWAII
APPLICATION FOR CHANGE OF ZONE
1. If your request is approved, do you intend to
subdivide the subject land in accordance with
the approved change of zone? No
If yes, please answer the rest of question 1
and then to question 3.
a. How many acres of the requested area do
you intend to subdivide? N/A
b. Into what lot sizes? N/A
c. If your request is approved, approximately
how long after the date of approval do you
expect to submit your subdivision plans to
the Planning Department for preliminary
approval? N/A
If you intend to subdivide, please submit
a preliminary schematic subdivision plan
together with your change of zone application
form.
2. If you have no firm plans of subdividing the
subject area, do you intend to:
a. Sell or lease the land to someone who
has firm plans? NO
b. Sell or lease the land to someone who
has tentative plans? NO
c. Sell or lease the land to someone who
has no plans? NO
d. Keep it? YES
e. Other (Please state)
f. If you intend to do either a, b, or c, please elaborate
on the kind of plans the other party has. Please also,
include in your answer approximately how soon after
approval of your rezoning do you expect to transfer the
subject land to another party.
3. What specific building plans do you have for the subject
land? Include in your answer the following: type of
building (apartment, office, launderette, etc.); financing
arrangement; timetable for construction; and any other
information which you feel might help us in evaluating your
request.
The applicant ie proposing to utilize the existing
residential dwelling se a boarding facility.
4. Have you performed any study which would
demonstrate a need for your proposed building
and/or development NO
If so, please elaborate on your findings in the space
provided below.
5. Have you performed any study which discusses
environmental impacts your request would have on
surrounding area and/or County? YBs
If so, please elaborate on your findings in the space
provided below.
There are no significant adverse effects anticipated from
the proposed development on surrounding lands or the County
should this request be approved. Please see the County
$nvironmental Report which was submitted as part of the
Change of Zone application.
6. Are there any buildings on the subject area? NO
If so, what kind?
There is an existing two-story residential structure on the
property.
What do you intend to do with those building
if your request is approved.
This dwelling is proposed to be converted to allow the
proposed boarding room uses.
7. Is the subject land currently being used for
any agricultural activity? NO
If so, please list the kinds of products grown
and on how many square feet or acres of land per
product.
8. To your knowledge, has there been any flooding
and/or drainage problem on the subject area? No
If so, please describe the problem.
9. Do you think that the roads leading to the subject
area needs improvement? No
Is so, what kind?
Is the road adequate for the proposed volume
or load Yea
10. What sort of government assistance and/or improvements
do you feel will be needed in the subject area when
developed?
es No
a. Schools X
b. Roads X
c. Sewer X
d. Drainage X
e. Police Protection X
f. Fire Protection X
g. Recreational Facilities X
h. Public Utilities X
i. Other X
For those checked "yes," please elaborate what type or kinds
of improvements and/or assistance are needed.
11. Have you performed any historic sites study and/or survey of
the subject area? If so, what were the results? Please,
also submit a copy of the study together with this change of
zone supplement.
No historic sites study was prepared for this application.
However, the subject has been improved with a dwelling and
related uses. Accordiagly, no historic resources are
associated with the project area.
Signature : _ ' ~l,',/O~i/~1
Address : .S"r1'S~ ~ ~?//~llNs rf'~ '
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Telephone: .3~~' 7~~ 7Q
Date : ~y D l~C~
BERNARD SOARES & RITA SOARES
ENVIIiONMENTAL REPORT
TAX MAP KEY: (3) 2-2-34: 95 (portion)
WAIICEA HOUSELOTS, SOUTH HILO, HAWAII
I. INTRODUCTION
The applicants, Bernard and Rita Soares, aze seeking a change of zone from the Single
Faintly Residential -10,0000 square foot (RS-10) zoned distnct to the Neighborhood
Commercial-10,000 square foot (CN-10) to allow the establishment of a boarding facility
and other uses as perntted under the proposed Neighborhood Commerctal zomng
II. PROJECT LOCATION
The subject pazcel, whose street address is 594 A Iltnano Street, Htlo, is situated on the
western side of Hinano Street approximately ] 00 feet from the Hinano Street-Kekuanaoa
Street intersection, directly across from the entrance to Btg Island Candies, Waiakea
Houselots, Warakea, South Hilo, Hawaii, Tax Map Key (3) 2-2-34 095
III. PROJECT DESCRII'TION
A. Project Concept and Components
The Soares have lived on this property since they purchased it in 1989 The property is
improved with atwo-story single faintly residence An ohana permit was issued by the
Plarwng Department to May, 1991, allowing the establishment of an ohana unit within the
downstairs portion of the restdence The Soazes currently Itve to the upstairs portion of
the structure and rent out the bedrooms within the downstairs azea to several individuals
The Soares are currently cazmg for an elderly parent Because of the increasing difficulty
to access to the upstairs umt, they aze loolang to move to a new restdence to be better able
to care for their parent In order to provide them some income for their retirement, they
aze looking to convert the restdence to a boarding house in accordance with the provisions
of the Neighborhood Commerctal zoned district They are also considering other uses,
such as office rentals, as permitted under the CN zoned designation
B. Project Timetable and Cost
The applicants would convert the downstairs area to a boarding house immediately upon
approval of the change of zone The upstairs portion of the dwelling would be converted
to a boarding house after they secure a new restdence and move The ewsting dwelling
can accommodate the proposed boarding house uses with minimal improvements
Environmental Report TMK 2-2-34 95
Page No 1
IV. INSTITUTIONAL CONSIDERATIONS
A. State Land Use
The State Land Use Commission designates the property as Urban Therefore, no State
Land Use Permitting action is required
B. County General Plan
The Hawaii County General Plan Land Use Pattern Allocation Guide (LUPAG) map
designates the property as Low Density Within this designation some commercial uses are
allowed, and there are other existing properties within this area that are zoned CN-20,
which is similar to the zomng the applicants are requesting
A General Plan amendment would not be required to allow the requested change of zone
C. Community Development Plan
In 1975, the Planning Commission, along with the County Council adopted the Ililo
Community Development Plan (CDP) This document was adopted with the intention of
helping to further define the General Plan and to provide some strategies for
implementation of the General Plan The Hilo CDP Zone Guide Map shows a RS-10
zoning for this site
However, this CDP is over twenty (20) years old, and the General Plan itself has been
revised twice since that time Also, in the last twenty (20) years there have been many land
use changes in the vicinity of the applicant's property such as shopping areas and
commercial and industnal uses Given that these land use changes have taken place, it
seems that the Hilo CDP may be somewhat obsolete
D. Countv Zoning
The County zomng of the site is RS-]0 The requested change of zone to CN-10 would
allow the applicants to utilize their property as a boarding house rental A sirrular rezoning
(RS-10 to CN-20) was recently approved for a parcel on Hinano Street, approximately
one hundred (100) feet to the north of the subject property
Any and all applicable zomng and building code requirements would be complied with
E. Other Permitting Considerations
The site is not located within the County Special Management Area (SMA) and is
approximately 1 mile from the ocean Therefore, no Special Management Area Use Permit
would be necessary
However, other permits, such as Plan Approval and others would still be required and
Environmental Report TIvIIC 2-2-34 95
Page No 2
complied with
IV ENVIItONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
A. General Descriution
The elevation of the property is approximately twenty (20) feet above mean sea level The
annual rainfall is approximately one hundred and thirty six (136) inches The mean annual
temperature is approximately seventy three (73) degrees Fahrenheit
The site is rectangular in shape It has an eighty five (85) foot frontage and runs one
hundred and forty seven (147) feet to the rear The property is enclosed by a rock wall
with an average three (3) feet height There is one existing dwelling with an attached
breezeway (open on both the east and west side) and a patio There is also an existing
dnveway leading to the dwelling and breezeway area The balance of the site is landscaped
with trees and lawn
B. Soils and Touograuhv
The topography of the subject property is generally level
The soils on the property are classified by the U S Department of Agnculture, Soil
Conservation Services, Soil Survey Report as Keaukaha extremely rocky muck (rKFD)
This soil type is described as very acidic dazk brown muck about 8 inches thick underlain
by pahoehoe lava Permeability is rapid, runoff is medium, and the erosion hazazd is slight
Due to the fact that the property is part of an urban area, the Land Study Bureau provides
no soil classification of the property and surrounding area Tlus is also true for the
Agncultural Lands of Importance to the State of Hawaii (ALISH) map
C. Natural Hazards
1. Drainaee
The U S Army Corps of Engineers Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) classifies the site
as in Zone "X" Zone "X" is designated for those areas outside of the 500-year flood
plain There is no evidence of any dralnageways on the property
2. Tsunami Hazard
The property is located vnttun the Civil Defense Tsunami Evacuation Zone Ttus is true of
most of the Waiakea Houselots area Therefore, during any threat of tsunanu, evacuation
measures must be carried out
3. Volcanic and Earthquake Hazards
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Page No 3
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) designates the area as to Lava Flow Hazard
Zone 3, on a scale of ascending nsk from 9 to 1 However, since the enure city of Hilo lies
within this hazard zone, there are lmle or no nutigation measures that can be undertaken
to reduce the threat of tsunami inundation
According to the County of Hawau Building Code, the enure island of Hawau falls wttlun
Earthquake Hazard Zone 4 As there are no plans for any new construction on the
property, and the existing structure complies with the County of Hawau Building Code,
no rruttgatton measures will need to be taken to address this hazard
D. Flora and Fauna
Because the property has been previously disturbed, ~s part of an urban area, and is a
residence with a landscaped yard, the only vegetation on the site is introduced landscape
plants The possibdiry of encountering any rare or endangered plants on the property is
extremely remote
Also, due to the reasons mentioned above, the posstbdtty of the property being a habitat
for any rare or endangered species is equally remote
E. Historic/Archaeolo ical Resources
Again, due to previous disturbance of the property, the poss~bdity of histoncal or
archaeological sites on the property ~s extremely remote
F. Water and Coastal Resources
The subject property is located approximately one (1) mile from the shoreline, and
approximately one half (''/z) mile from the Weiloa River
An ewsttng sewer meets the needs of the subject property and therefore there should be
little or no impact to the coastal waters as a result of the requested change of zone Also,
due to the distance from the shoreline, there will be no impacts on shoreline access
G. Air Quality. Noise. and Dust
Because the subject property is located m an urban area, lies in the comdor which
incoming flights to Hilo International ,Airport fly several Mmes daily and abuts a city street
there is an existing high ambient noise level associated vnth the subject property
Craven these factors the applicant's proposed change of zone, and any new activities
associated with it, should have little or no impact on surrounding properties noise levels
The only additional noise generated would be associated with the very rrunimal increase m
vehicular traffic coming to and leaving the property
Environmental Report Ttv1IC 2-2-34 95
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The applicant's boarding facilitres should not generate any direct impacts on air quality
The only discernible impact to air quality could be associated with the mammal increase m
velicular traffic coming to and leaving the sublect property However, this increase m
traffic will be negligible and will result m little or no impact on azr quality m the area
H. Scenic and Visusl Resources
The subject property is not listed as a scenic site There are scenic sites such as
Liliuokalam Park, Wailoa River, and the Wadoa Park located near the property However,
since no new construcrion on the sublect property is planned with the requested change of
zone, there will be no impacts to these visual resources
VI. SOCIAL AND RELATED CONSIDERATIONS
A. Surrounding Land uses
The surrounding land uses m this area are nuxed Wlule most of the surrounding area is
single farnuly homes, there are a number of duplexes m the area as well There are also
many commercial uses m the area (B~g Island Candies, etc as well as churches, a dental
office, a credit union, restaurants and apartments The mixture of land uses in the area
tend to suggest that the area is m a trans~honal period Tlus is especially the case along
Iirnano Street vnth the church and the Big Island Candies Facility
Therefore, the requested change of zone for the sublect property would not create any
disturbance in the pattern of the areas land use
B. Economic Impacts
The requested zoning change would not have any measurable economic impacts
VII. INFRASTRUCTURAL CONSIDERATIONS
A. Road
Hmano Street fronts the subject property The applicant does not anticipate a measurable
increase m vehiculaz traffic to and from the property and also feels as though no problems
from increased traffic will result from the requested change of zone
B. Water
The subject property ~s served by a County water line which fronts the property The
structure itself is serviced by a five eights (5/8) inch meter If any upgrades need to be
made to compensate for increased use the applicants will comply
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Page No 5
However, the five eights (5/8) inch meter should be more than adequate to sernce the
needs of the property
C. Wastewater
The subject property ~s served by a County sewer Ime which fronts the property along
I-Lnano Street and serves the needs of the property
D. Solid Waste
Sold waste will be handled through a commercial hauler into authonzed landfill sites
However, the proposed use of the property vnll not generate large amounts of sold waste
and any impacts vnll be negligible
E. Other Government Services
As the subject property ~s located in the urban area of Hilo, all necessary services aze
already being provided No additional sennces would be regwred as a result of this change
of zone The Police Station ~s located less than two (2) Holes away, and there aze two (2)
fire stations (Central and Watakea) that are within five (5) rtunutes of the site
There would be no impact to schools, parks, and other related facilities
F. Other Utilities
Once again, as the property is m the Hilo urban azea, all other uGhhes such as gas,
telephone and electnc are already available to the property
VIII. IMPACT SIGNIFICANCE ANALYSIS
A. Relationship Between Local Short- Term Uses of Environmental and
Maintenance and Enhancement of Long-Term Productivity
The current short-term use of the site is as a single-family residential unit However, due
to the Waxed uses of properties m the surrounding area, this may not be the most
productive use of the property
Granting the change of zone would result m a more productive use of the property and
would fulfill the land use concept of the General Plan for this area
B. Irreversible and Irretrievable Commitment of Resources
As the subject property has been previously disturbed, the possibd~ty that commitment of
natural resources such as raze or endangered plant or animal I~fe is remote This is also
true for other types of resources, such as archaeological
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Page No 6
C. Mitigative Measures
The existing nght-of--way to the property is twenty (20) feet wide However, any
necessary improvements that need to be made to comply with County requirements will be
complied with by the applicant
D. Alternatives to the Proposed Project
1. No Project
Under tlus no action alternative the property would maintain its present use as a single-
farruly dwelling
However, given the reasons listed previously, this no action alternative would not result in
the most productive use of the subject property
2. Alternative Commercially-Zoned Site
Under this alternative, the applicant would be forced to seek another site that is already
commercially zoned This would eliminate the possible impacts on surrounding property
owners as they would already be aware of the property's commercial use
However, this is not an econorrucally sound alternative to the applicant
3. Evaluation of Alternatives
Any impacts to the area's physical and social infrastructure as a result of the requested
change of zone seem to be instgmficant Any possible impacts that may anse out of the
land use change for the subject property would be addressed and mitigated by the
applicant Also, the proposed use of the property is consistent with surrounding land uses
in the area, and would be consistent with the land use objectives sought by the County's
General Plan Land Use Pattern Allocation Guide (LUPAG) map
Craven these reasons, it seems that the best alternative for the subject property is the
requested change of zone alternative
1X. REGULATORY ANALYSIS
A. General Plan LUPAG Mao
The requested change of zone for the subject property would result in a use that would be
consistent with the surrounding land uses in the area, and would also be consistent with
the land use objectives sought by the County's General Plan Land Use Pattern Allocation
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Page I~'o 7
Gwde (LUPAG) map
B. General Plan Policies
The requested change of zone would result m a use of the property that would be
consistent with the goals, policies, and standards of the Economic and Land Use Elements
of the General Plan Included in these aze the following
Economic Element
Goals
o Provide residents with opportunities to improve their quality of life
o Econonuc development and improvement shalt be in balance with the physical and
social environments of the island of Hawan
o The County of Hawaii shall stnve for diversity and stabd~ty m its economic system
o The County shall provide an economic environment which allows new, expanded,
or improved economic opportunities that are compatible with the County's natural
and social environment
Policies
The County of Hawaii shall
o Stnve for an ewnorruc climate which provides its residents an opportunity for
choice of occupation
o Stnve for drvers~fication of its economy by strengthening existing industnes and
attracting new endeavors
Discussion
The requested change of zone would allow an already existing single-family dwelling to be
used as a boazding house rental This would be a logical and profitable use of this
property Tlvs use of the property would be consistent with the General Plan, and would
have no adverse impacts on the surrounding area Granting the proposed change of zone
would also allow the applicants the opportunity to achieve a higher quality of life without
disrupting or negatively impacting the surrounding community
Land Use Element
Goals
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Page No 8
o Designate and allocate land uses in appropnate proportions and mix and in keeping
with the social, cultural, and physical environments of the County
o Zone urban and rural type of uses in areas with ease of access to community
services and employment centers and vnth adequate public utilities and facilities
o Promote and encourage the rehabilitation and use of urban and rural areas which
are serviced by bask community facilities and utilities
o Allocate appropnate requested zoning in accordance with the ewsting or projected
needs of neighborhood, community, region and County
o Encourage the development and maintenance of communities meeting the needs of
its residents in balance with the physical and social environments
Land Use-Commercial Development
Goals
o Provide for commercial developments that maximize convenience to users
o Provide commercial developments that wmplement the overall pattern of
transportation and land usage within the island's regions, communities, and
neighborhoods
Policies
o Commercial facilities shall be developed ion areas adequately served by necessary
services, such as water, utilities, sewers, and transportation systems
o Distnbution of commercial areas shall be such as to best meet the demands of
neighborhood, community and regional needs
o Development of commercial facilities should be designed to fit unto the locale with
rrunimal intrusion whale providing the desired services Appropnate infrastructure
and design concerns shall be incorporated into the review of such developments
Standards
o Commercial development shall be located in areas adequately served by
transportation, utilities, and other amenities
o Off-street parking and loading facilities shall be provided
o Commercial development shall maintain or improve the quality of the present
environment through the consideration of visual, access, landscaping, and other
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Page No 9
design elements in their development
o Preference shall be given to commercial lands with a reasonably level topography
Courses of Action (South Hilol
o Appropriately located commercial lands shall be allocated as the need arises
Discussion
As the City of Hilo continues to grow, it creates a need for more commercially zoned
lands This can be witnessed by the recent commercial rezonings and development outside
of the central business distnct of Hilo It can also be witnessed in the area of the subject
property through the rezoning of residential lands into commercial uses to the surrounding
area The requested change of zone for the subject property is consistent with the recent
rezoning and commercial use of other residential lands in this area
The requested change of zone for the subject property also meets the policies and
standards of the General Plan Tlvs property is currently serviced with more than adequate
infrastructure to meet the demands resulting from the requested change of zone It is
sernced by County water and sewer hoes, and other needs such as electnc, phone and gas
are also already available to the property Frre and police services are available and located
within two (2) miles of the subject property The requested change of zone would not
place a burden on any State or County agencies to provide additional public sernces
The subject property has no on-site developmental drawbacks The topography of the site
is generally level, it lies outside of the 500 year flood plain, and it has no drainage features
Therefore, there aze no flood or other hazardous conditions that would create a problem
or pose a burden to any public agencies
Because the subject property has been previously disturbed, the chances of it containing,
or serving as a habitat for any raze or endangered plant or aziimal species is extremely
remote Also, for the same reasons, any chance of surface or subsurface archaeological
remains being discovered on this property is equally remote
The requested change of zone and the subsequent commercial use of the subject property
is consistent with the mixed land uses of the surrounding area Although the majority of
the surrounding area is residential, the proposed rezoning of the subject property will have
no visual effect on surrounding properties and will appear no different than most other
structures in the area• Any effects on the surrounding azea ansing from the requested
change of zone will be negligible
Although the azea surrounding the subject property is primarily residential, there are many
other non-residential uses currently cazried out in this area There are restaurants, a credit
union, a dental office, churches, offices, apartments, an office complex and the prominent
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Page No 10
manufactunng/retatl center for Btg Island Candles Therefore, the requested change of
zone, and the subsequent commercial use of the property would not be contradictory with
many of the existing uses within five hundred (500) feet of the subject property
For the aforementioned reasons the applicants feel as if the requested change of zone and
commercial use of the property is consistent with the mixed land uses in the surrounding
area and is a reasonable request for their property
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COUNTY OF HAWAII
HILO, HAWAII
DATE• October 16, 2000
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TO: Virginia Goldstein, Planning Director o
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SUBJECT: CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION (REZ 00-015) y ~ ~
Applicant: Bernard and Rita Soares v~
Request: RS-10 to CN-10 - ~ 'J'
TMK: 2-2-34: 095
We have reviewed the subject application forvvarded by your memo dated September 21,
2000 and have the following comments
1. All new building construction shall conform to current code requirements
2. All development generated runoff shall be disposed of on site and shall not be directed
toward any adjacent properties.
Drainage improvements if regwred, shall be constructed meeting with the approval of
the Department of Public Works
3. The subject property is located within Zone X according to the Flood Insurance Rate
Map (FIRM) by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
4 Any earthwork activity, including grading and grubbing, shall conform to Chapter 10 -
Erosion and Sedimentation Control, of the Hawaii County Code.
5 A solid waste management plan shall be submitted for review and approval by the
Department of Public Works
6 Wastewater disposal shall meet the rules and regulations of the DPW, Wastewater
Division EXHIBIT l y
B ~~-T-~t }SIL
Memo to the Planning Director
October 16, 2000
Page 2 of 2
7 The applicant shall construct ahalf-section of roadway Improvements along the
subject property's Hinano Street frontage consisting of 16-ft wide A.C. pavement with
concrete curb, gutter, and sidewalk within the 5-ft wide future road widening setback
area
8. The future road widening section and roadway Improvements should be subdivided
and dedicated to the County.
9. If required, installation of street lights, signs and traffic markings meeting the approval
of the DPW, Traffic Division.
Questions may be referred to Kelly Gomes at ext. 8327.
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TELEPHONE (BOB) 981 8680 FAX (909) 981-a6~,Z0~ 3 P~ 2 p
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TO• Ms. Virguua K Goldstein, Planning Director ~
Planning Department
FROM Milton D Pavao, Manager
SUBJ)rCT: CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION (REZ 00-015)
APPLICANT -BERNARD AND RITA SOARES
REQUEST: RS-10 TO CN-10
TAX MAP KEY: 2-2-034:095
We have reviewed the subject application for a change of zone and have the following comments and condition.
The subject pazcel has a 5/8-inch meter on the 6-inch waterline in Hinano Street, which fronts the parcel. Whde
current water consumption is within the allotted maximum amount of 600 gallons per day, future uses under the
proposed zoning may not A review of our records shows that this parcel does not have a backflow preventer.
Therefore, the Department has no objections to the proposed application subject to the applicant understanding and
accepting the following conditions•
1 The Department reserves the nght to have the property owner install a lazger water meter, at their expense, should
future water consumpUOn necessitate it.
2 The applicant shall install a departmentally approved backflow preventer (reduced pressure type) on the subject
property~ust after the meter. A licensed contractor shall install the backflow preventer within 90 davs of the
effective date of the chance of zone The installation and assembly of the backflow preventer must be inspected
and approved by the Department The backflow preventer shall be operated and maintained by the customer A
copy of our backflow preventer handout is being forwarded to the applicant to help them understand this
requirement
Should there be any questions, please call our Water Resources and Planning Branch at 961-8665.
Sincerely yours,
Milton D Pavao, P E
Manager
BcMgmS EXHIBIT
copy - (w/att) Mr Bernard and Ms Rita Soares G
(w/o att) Mr William L Moore
(w/o att) Mr Michael Watanabe, DWS Micro Lab
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November 8, 2000 ' =';'(Q~FiyT
Virginia Goldstein, Director
CourNy of Hawaii
Planning Department
25 Aupuni Street
Silo, Hawaii 96720
Dear Ms. Goldstein:
Subject Change of Zone Application (REZ 00-015)
Applicant: Bernard and Rita Soarer
Request. RS-10 to CN-10
Tax Map Key. 2-2-34. 095
This is to acknowledge receipt of a copy of the memoraadum dated November 1, 2000 from the
Departme~ of Water Supply to the Planning Director regarding the proposed Change of Zone
from Residential (RS-10) to Neighborhood Commercial (CN-10) for the property speciScally
known as Tax Map Key (TMK) 2-2-34 095
Please be informed that the Soarer fully intend to comply with the conditions set forth by the
Department of Water Supply related to the proposed Change of Zone and the establishment of
uses consistern with the Neighborhood Commercial (CN) zoned district.
Please call me if you have any questions on this matter
5mcerely,
William L Moore
cc Milton D. Pavao, DWS Manager
Bernard and Rita Soarer
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To: Virginia Goldstein, Planning Director v~ t
From: Edward Bumatay, Fire Chief ~
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SUBJECT: CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION (REZ 00-015)
APPLICANT: BERNARD AND RITA SOARES
REQUEST: RS-10 TO CN-10
TAX MAP KEY: 2-2-34:95
Water supply shall be in accordance with UFC 10.301:
"Sec. 10.301. (a) Type Required. The chief shall designate
the type and number of fire appliances to be installed and
maintained in and upon all buildings and premises in the
jurisdiction other than private dwellings. This shall be
done according to the relative severity of probable fire,
including the rapidity with which it may spread. Such
appliances shall be of a type suitable for the probable class
of fire associated with such building or premises and shall
have approval of the chief.
"(b) Special Hazards. In occupancies of an especially
hazardous nature or where special hazards exist in addition
to the normal hazard of the occupancy, or where access for
fire apparatus is unduly difficult, additional safeguards may
be required consisting of additional fire appliance units,
more than one type of appliance, or special systems suitable
for the protection of the hazard involved. Such devices or
appliances may consist of automatic fire alarm systems,
automatic sprinkler or water spray systems, standpipe and
hose, fixed or portable fire extinguishers, suitable asbestos
blankets, breathing apparatus, manual or automatic covers,
carbon dioxide, foam, halogenated and dry chemical or other
special fire-extinguishing systems. Where such systems are
installed, they shall be in accordance with the applicable
Uniform Fire Code Standards or standards of the National Fir~~
Protection Association when Uniform Fire Code Standards do
not apply. EXHIBIT ~'„oo=
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To: Virginia Goldstein, Planning Director
Page 2
September 25, 2000
"Water supply may consist of reservoirs, pressure tanks,
elevated tanks, water mains or other fixed systems capable of
providing the required fire flow.
"The location, number and type of fire hydrants connected to
a water supply capable of delivering the required fire flow
shall be protected as set forth by the respective county
water requirements. All hydrants shall be accessible to the
fire department apparatus by roadways meeting the
requirements of Section 10.207.
"(d) Fire Hydrant Markers. When required by the chief,
hydrant locations shall be identified by the installation of
reflective markers.
"(e) Timing of Installation. When fire protection
facilities are to be installed by the developer, such
facilities including all surface access roads shall be
installed and made serviceable prior to and during the time
of construction. When alternate methods of protection, as
approved by the chief, are provided, the above may be
modified or waived.
"(f) All fire alarm systems, fire hydrant systems, fire
extinguishing systems (including automatic sprinklers),
Class I, II, III (combination standpipe system) and combined
systems, basement inlet pipes, and other fire protection
systems and appurtenances thereto shall meet the approval of
the fire department as to installation and location and
shall be subject to periodic tests as required herein.
Plans and specifications shall be submitted to the fire
department for review and approval prior to installation."
Fire extinguisher shall be in accordance with UFC Standard 10-1.
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Fire ief
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(808)935-0311/Fas(808)934-0162 COUNrY u ;:DENT
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October 17, 2000
Virginia Goldstein, Daector
County of Hawaii
Plamvng Department
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
Dear Ms. Goldstein:
Subject: Change of Zone Application (RR7 00-015)
Applicant: Bernard and Rita Soares
Request: RS-10 to CN-10
Tax Map Key: 2-2-34: 095
This is to aclmowkdge receipt of a copy of the memorandum dated September 25, 2000 from the
Fire Department to the Plamilng Director regardi0g the proposed Change of Zone from
Residential (RS-IO) to Neighborhood Commercial (CN-10) for the property speciScally (mown as
Tex Map Key (TMK) 2-2-34: 095.
Please be infonaed that the Soares will comply with the requirements of the Fire Code related to
the proposed Change of Zone and establishment of uses consistent with the Neighborhood
Commercial (CN) zoned district.
Please call me if you have any questions on this matter.
Sincerely,
~
William L. Moore
cc: Edward Bumatay, Fire Chief
Bernard aad Rita Soares
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ILLIAM L. MOORS PLANNING
159 HALM STREET
HH.o, IiAWAII 96720
(808)935-0311/Faz(808)934-0162
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December 6, 2000 FIANNIi: ; !'~~;'f~ ; `J;EN i
Christopher J Yuen, Director ~
County of Hawa»
Planning Department
25 Aupum Street
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
Attention Susan Gagorik
Dear Mr. Yuen:
Subject: Change of Zone Application (REZ 00-015)
Applicant: Bernard and Rita Soares
Request: RS-10 to CN-10
Tax Map Key. (3) 2-2-034: 095
This is to follow up with respect to my conversation with Susan Gagorik of your staff
regazding clarification of the proposed use of the subject property should the proposed change
of zone request be approved
As was indicated in the application, the Soares presently live in the upper portion of the two
story structure and rent out the downstairs ohana unit to several individuals. Because of the
need to caze for an elderly parent and difficulty in access to the upstairs unit, they are looking
to move to a new residence In order to provide income in their retirement, they are proposing
to convert the existing structure into a boarding house in accordance with the provisions of the
Neighborhood Commercial zoned district. No other uses are proposed at this time However,
in the future, they are considering possible conversion of the property to other uses in
accordance with the uses allowed in the CN zoning, such as office or other similar uses.
Also, as per your request, the square footage of living space in the Soares residence is 3,075
square feet. The applicant is aware and willing to comply with all pazlung requirements if the
Change of Zone is granted. The parking area will be located in the area between the residential
structure and Hmano Street.
Please call me if you have any additional questions or require further information on this
change of zone request.
Sincerely, ,.;,<iiic.
ilham oore
cc Bernard and Rita Soares ~ $`f (g, y~
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WILLIAM L. MOORS PLANNING
1591iAI.AI STREET ~~(I j ~F~' 1 ] F(~ i ~ 3
HILO, HAWAII 96720
(808)935-0311/Frx (808) 934-0162 PLA~In'If!`: i ~=1 • 'Eh~T
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December 11, 2000
Chnstopher J Yuen, Director
County of Hawau
Planning Department
25 Aupum Street
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
Attention• Susan Gagonk
Deaz Mr. Yuen:
Subject: Change of Zone Apphcahon (REZ 00-015)
Apphcant• Bernard and Rtta Soares
Request RS-10 to CN-10
Tax Map Key (3) 2-2-034: 095
Thts is to acknowledge receipt of a copy of the memorandum dated October 16, 2000, from
Department of Public Works to the Planning Director regarding the Change of Zone application
from RS-10 to CN-10, Watakea Houselots, Watakea, South Htlo, Hawaii Island
Please be informed that the applicant, Bernard and Rita Soazes intends to comply with the
requirements of the Department of Public Works. More specifically, in response to the specific
areas of concerns, the Soazes agrees to the following•
Building: That they comply with all codes and statutes relating to all new
building construction
Drainage• That they will comply with the drainage requirements of the
Counry, including appropnate disposal of generated run-off. The
Soares acknowledges that the area is within Zoned X according to
the Flood Insurance Rate Maps.
Solid Waste• That they will comply with the rules and regulations of the
Department of Public Works relating to solid waste disposal
Wastewater That wastewater disposal will be in accordance with the rules and
regulations of the DPW Wastewater Division. Please note that the
area is served by an existing sewer line fronting the property
within Hinano Street
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PLANNING COMMISSION
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°JAN 1 2 2001
Honorable James Y. Arakaki, Chairman
and Members of the County Council
County of Hawazi
25 Aupum Stroet
Hilo, HI 96720
Dear Chazrman Aralraki and Members:
Change of Zone Application (REZ 00-015)
Applicants: Bernard and Rita Soares
Request: RS-10 to CN-10
Tax Man~~Y 2-2-34:95
The Planning Commission, after a duly held public hearing on December 15, 2000, voted to
recommend for your approval We proposed legislative bill to change the district classification for
approxunately 12,473 square feet of land from Smgle Family Residential (RS-10) to
Neighborhood Commercial (CN-10). The property is located on the west side of Hinano Street
approxunately 100 feet from its intersection with Kelcuanaoa Street and directly across from the
Big Island Candies site, Wazakea House Lots, 1° Series, South Hilo, Hawaii.
The Commission concurs with the following Planning Directors reasons for recommending
favorable consideration of the change of zone:
The applicants are requesting a change of zone designation from a Single Family
Residential (RS-10) to Neighborhood Commercial (CN-10) in order to operate a boardmg
facility with possibly office uses in the future m an existing two-story duplex on the
subject property. The applicants have an ohana pem2it, approved on May 7, 1991, which
legitimized the two story duplex. As boarding facilities are not permutted in the
Residential zoned distorts, the requested change would allow for such uses.
In order to consider an area for any type of zonmg designation, the applicable
goals, policies and standards of the General Plan must be adequately addressed. It is only
Honorable James Y. Arakala, Chairman
and Members of the County Council
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through such a comprehensive policy analysts approach that evaluations and decisions
can be made to better time and stage developments to achieve the level of growth
determined by the General Plan and related planning documents. The implication of
these evaluarions and dactaions must be also considered as they may have an impact on
similar areas in the County, but ultimately, on the future development of the whole Island.
The approval of this roquest would be m keeping with the following goals,
policies and standards of the General Plan:
_FSonomte Element
• Provide residents with oppottumhes to improve their quality of life.
• Economic development and improvement shall be in balance with the physical
and social environments of the island of Hawazi.
• The County of Hawazi shall stove for diversity and stability in its economic
system.
• The County shall provide an economic environment which allows new, expanded,
or improved economic opportunities that are compatible with the County's natural
and social environment.
• The County of Hawazi shall strive for an economic climate which provides its
residents an opporturnty for choice of occupation.
Lana Uee Element
• Designate and allocate land uses in appropnate proportions and mix and in
keeping with the social, cultural and physical environments of the County.
• Zone urban- and Waal-types of uses in areas with ease of access to community
services and employment centers and with adequate public utilities and facilities.
• Allocate appropriate requested zoning in accordance with the existing or projected
needs of neighborhood, community, region and County.
• The County shall encourage the development and maintenance of communities
meeting the needs of its residents in balance with the physical and social
environment
Honorable James Y. Anrlraki, Chairman
and Members of the County Council
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• Zoning requests shall be renewed with respect to General Plan designation,
drstrict goals, regional plans, State Land Use District, compatibility with adjacent
zoned uses, availability of public services and utilities, access and public need.
Commercnal Element
• Provide for commercial developments that maximize convemence to users.
Distribution of commeroial areas shall be such as to best meet the demands of
neighborhood, commumty and regional needs.
• The development of commercial facilities should be designed to fit into the locale
with min,mal intrusion while providing the desired services. Appropriate
infrastructure and design concerns shall be incorporated into the review of such
developments
• Conunercial development shall be located in areas adequately served by
transportation, utilities, and other amenities. Commercial developments shall
provide for adequate internal circulation amongst commeroial facilities in the
area.
In the General Plan, a Course of Action for commeroial development within the
South Hilo Drstrict recommends that "appropnately located commeroial zoned lands shall
be allocated as the need arses." This request would be consistent with the ui~an form
depicted for Hilo in that it would add commercial uses serving the entire City of Hilo and
its sunounding region in close proximity to other similar commercial zoned districts and
activities.
The Land Use Pattern Allocation Gurde (LUPAG) Map component of the General
Plan represents the document's goals, policies, standards and courses of action to grade
the coordinatod growth and development of the County. It reflacts a graphic depiction of
the spatial relationships among various land uses and the expressed policy statements of
the document itself. The LUPAG Map, m essence, establishes the basic lead use pattern
for areas wittun the County. The subject rezomng action conforms to the LUPAG Map
which designates the area for Low Density Urban Development. Thie designation allows
for single family residential in character, ancillary community and public uses, and
convemence type commercial uses. The applicants propose to use the existing duplex
dwelling as a boarding facility with possibly some office uses m the future. The rezoning
reclassification would be a reasonable expansion of commercial activities associated with