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17. Topography: The elevation of the parcel is approximately 700 feet above mean sea level. According to the applicants, "its terrain is generally level, with no significant slopes." A site visit revealed that the terrain'gradually rises from Hualalai Road to Queen Kaahumanu Highway. 18. Flora and Fauna: The site was previously cleared and utilized as a water tank site for the past several decades. The parcel is located at the intersection of the Queen Kaahumanu Highway and Hualalai Road, two main thoroughfares in the Kailua-Kona area. Therefore, it is unlikely that the proposed development of this relatively small parcel will further impact any native species of plants or animals. No endangered or raze species are known to inhabit the site, which is overgrown with scrub vegetation. 19. Archaeological Sites: To the applicants' knowledge, there are no significant arachaeological sites on the property. Although no formal archaeological survey has been conducted, the State Historic Preservation Division commented that "the proposed action will have 'no effect' on historic sites." 20. Surrounding Zoning: Surrounding properties to the north are zoned Unplanned (Il), Multi-Family Residential (RM-4), and Single-Family Residential (RS-15). Surrounding properties to the south are zoned Unplanned (U), Agricultural-I acre (A-la), and Single- Family Residential (RS-7.5). 21. Surrounding Land Uses: Surrounding property uses include the University of the Nations to the northwest, the Hualalai Colony II subdivision to the east, the Kona Hillcrest subdivision to the southwest, and scattered single-family residential and agricultural uses. Much of the property to the south is vacant land. 6