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Kilauea eruption. The only other source of air pollution affecting the project site is vehicle exhaust emissions from neighboring streets. In general, however, the ambient air quality of the project area meets all federal and state standards as evidenced by its designation as an "attaitnnent" area by the State Department of Health, Clean Air Branch. Existing noise levels in the vicinity of the subject property are typical of a single family residential neighborhood. Based on general observations at the project site, the site is not subject to current or projected noise levels that exceed 65 DNL (day-night average sound level, in decibels). The closest water body to the project area is the Waiakea Pond, approximately 2 miles northeast of the project site. As such, the proposed change of zone is not anticipated to have any impact on water quality. 9) Existing archaeological, cultural or historic sites on National Register or Hawaii Register: Due to the development and use of the subject property for single family residential purposes since 1951, it is highly unlikely that any archaeological, cultural or historic sites are present on the property. A letter dated August 8, 2007, was transmitted to the State Historic Preservation Division requesting a "no effect" determination for the subject application. - No response from the State Historic Preservation Division has been received to date. 10) Existing floral/faunal resources (any native or exotic plants; any listed or candidate for endangered species): The entire parcel has been previously graded and developed for single family residential use since 1951. In addition to the single family dwelling, driveway and carport the property has been extensively landscaped with a lawn and ornamental species. There is no habitat that would appear valuable for native terrestrial or aquatic species. The disturbed, urban qualities of the site make it poorly suited as habitat for any listed or candidate for endangered species. 11) Scenic or coastal resources: The predominant scenic views in the vicinity of the project area are of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa. These views will not be adversely affected by the proposed rezoning. There are no coastal resources in the immediate vicinity of the subject property. 12) Social settlement pattern for the area: The project area is predominantly single family residential in character. Nevertheless there are a wide variety of land uses within a `/2 mile radius of the subject property including churches, schools, gas stations, restaurants, fast food outlets, convenience stores, personal service providers and government offices. 13) Economic resources of the area: The project area is situated in close proximity to employment centers, shopping centers, schools, churches, public and.private service providers and the University of Hawaii at Hilo. 14) Land values: Land values in Hilo have been on the rise reflecting a tight housing and residential land market. A summary of the Hawaii Housing Policy Study conducted in 2003 stated the following: