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impact views of the shoreline from Kuakini Highway as the topography and vegetation <br />of the property would largely screen the development from mauka to makat view. <br />While the development will be visible from the shoreline as part of the larger regional <br />view of the Keauhou mauka lands, it will not be easily distinguishable. The proposed <br />development will not adversely impact any recreational, including access to and along <br />the shoreline, or visual resources to the shoreline and coastal ecosystems. <br />27. Air and Noise Quality: Air quality in the area of the subject property is most affected <br />by emissions from natural and vehicular sources. Volcanic haze is the dominant form <br />of natural emissions, while windblown dust may also contribute to air pollution. The <br />existing noise generated in the area is coming primarily from the vehicular traffic on <br />Alii Drive, Kamehameha III Road and Kuakini Highway. The principal source of <br />both short-term air and noise quality impacts associated with the construction of the <br />proposed improvements is expected during construction, especially during grubbing <br />and grading activities. These impacts can be mitigated through the utilization of best <br />management practices. Given the limited nature of the improvements, no significant <br />long-term air and noise quality impacts are anticipated. <br />28. Scenic and Open Space Resources: The proposed development will not severely <br />interfere with the coastal view plane. The subject property is not located within an <br />area recognized by the General Plan as an example of natural beauty. Therefore, the <br />proposed development will not adversely impact any scenic or open space resources to <br />the shoreline and coastal ecosystems. <br />29. Surrounding Zoning/Land Uses: The proposed development is adjacent to and <br />immediately east and south of the proposed Bayview Estates at Keauhou Phase II <br />development, a 45 -lot single-family residential (RS -15) subdivision. Phase II in turn is <br />adjacent to the existing 54 -lot Bayview Estates Phase I development. Nearby lands to <br />the east and south are vacant. Lands further to the north and west are the 135 -lot <br />Keauhou Estates (RS -15), 58 -unit The Villas (RM -3.5) and 29-umt Hale Kehau <br />condominiums (RM -3). Lands in the area zoned RS -7.5, RS -15, RM -1, RM -3, V-4 <br />Land uses in the area include the Keauhou Estates, Hillhaven Medical Care facility, <br />no <br />