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as bringing in additional cold storage containers for use during the holiday season. The proposed expansion would allow the applicant to discontinue these practices and expand the mail order component of the operations. The proposed open area would serve as a "rest area" to allow visitors the opportunity to enjoy Big Island Candies' products. The applicant states that one of the main objectives for the rezoning and the future landscaping is "to enhance the visual quality of the visitor experience, as well as the visual character of the surrounding area." 3. Landowner: Allan and Irma Ikawa Revocable Trust STATE AND COUNTY PLANS 4. State Land Use Designation: Urban. 5. General Plan LUPAG Map: Medium Density Urban. General Commercial (CG) uses are not permitted in the Medium Density Urban designation. Thus, a General Plan Amendment from Medium Density Urban to High Density Urban would be required to allow the proposed uses on the properties. The existing facility is designated Medium Density Urban. The Planning Director is considering an amendment to the General Plan land use designation for the affected properties, among others (Exhibit B - Waiakea Houselots proposed General Plan amendment map dated October 20, 2005). Until such time that the General Plan amendment is approved by the County Council, the requested zone change would be inconsistent with the current General Plan LUPAG designation of Medium Density Urban. 6. County Zoning: RS-10. 7. Hilo Community Development Plan: The Hilo Community Development Plan adopted by Resolution No. 1 on May 21, 1975 designates this area as RS-10. 8. Coastal Zone Management, HRS, Chapter 205A: The entire State of Hawaii lies within the Coastal Zone Management area. 9. Special Management Area: The SMA is a part of the Coastal Zone Management Program regulated by the County. The project site is not proximate to the shoreline and not located in the SMA. -2-