REP PWIRC 035 09/18/2007 2006-2008

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was instrumental and one of the bill introducers enacted on Maui during his term on the Maui County Council. With its good track record, the County of Kauai adopted a bill similaz to this, as well as the City and County of Honolulu. He looks forward for the Big Island to adopting "indigenous architecture" to complete the whole State of Hawaii allowing this type of structures. Senator English further explained some background on how this was constructed. Senator English expressed that this has met kanalua and hesitation by their building inspectors due to the unknown. After a couple years of practice, this became easier to do. As it was testified eazlier, the economic opportunities involved in indigenous architecture. He would like to have the Council move this bill forward. Senator English was also available before the Committee for further questions. Council Member Dominic Yagong asked how many homes such as this been created on Maui since the bill was adopted. Senator English is aware of 40 homes built in the rural areas by Hawaiian families in his district. Council Member Angel Pilago addresses the importance of the enactment of the indigenous architecture bill in 2000 on Maui. It important to model the Maui Administrative rules based on its positive track record. Senator English strongly recommends looking at the Maui Administrative rules and regulations. Reviewing what has been done on Maui will save considerable amount of time and relieves staff concerns. Council Member Pilago thanked Senator English for reminding us of the education, social, economic and environmental qualities. This resolution is important because it covers a wide range of issues. Here in Keauhou is where Kamehameha III (Kauikeouli) was born and resuscitated. It was in the 1848 constitution the gathering rights stated the materials of home are mentioned. Reflection of the Hawaiian customary and traditional practices is available to all. The affirmation of what comes out of this is important. This is a quality of life issue in respect to a better community. He is in full support of this bill. Council Member Donald Ikeda addressed his concerns on: • Fire, flood and home insurance on these structures; • How much is the cost of indigenous architecture; and • These homes would not be financed by the bank. Senator English believes the area affecting insurance is still being worked on, and the cost of labor is about $3,000 to $5,000 if materials are available. Senator English informed the Council that a State law was passed at this last legislative session adopting indigenous Hawaiian architecture. Council Member Bob Jacobson asked Senator English how does indigenous architecture fit under the subdivision CC&R's. Senator English believes this should be addressed to legal counsel.