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• Require both public and private developers of land to provide historical and archaeological surveys and cultural assessments, where appropriate, prior to the clearing or development of land when there are indications that the land under consideration has historical significance. • Public access to significant historic sites and objects shall be acquired, where appropriate. • Embark on a program of restoring significant historic sites on County lands. Assure the protection and restoration of sites on other public lands through a joint effort with the State. • Encourage the restoration of significant sites on private lands. • Collect and distribute historic sites information of public interest and keep an inventory of sites. • Aid in the development of a program of public education concerning historic sites. • Signs explaining historic sites, buildings and objects shall be in keeping with the character of the area or the cultural aspects of the feature. • Develop a continuing program to evaluate the significance of historic sites. • Develop policies to protect Hawaiian rights as identified under judicial decisions. • Support the establishment of Hawaiian Heritage Corridors. • All new historic sites placed on the State or Federal Register after the adoption of the general plan shall be included in the General Plan. • Consider requiring Cultural Assessments for certain developments as part of the rezoning process. • Recognize the importance of certain natural features in Hawaiian culture by incorporating the concept of "cultural landscapes" in land use planning. STANDARDS The evaluation of the importance of specific historic sites is necessary for future action. The following standards establish a framework for evaluating sites. • Importance in the life or activities of a major historic person. • Associated with a major group or organization in the history of the island or community. • Associated with a major historic event (cultural, economic, military, social, or political). • Associated with a major recurring event in the history of the community (such as annual celebrations). • Associated with a past or continuing institution that has contributed substantially to the life of the community. • Unique example of a particular style or period. • One of the few of its age remaining. • Original materials and/or workmanship that can be valued in themselves.