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l' Structures proposed for the project are one or two-story in height. Due to the slope gradient, partial views of the ocean coastline will be visible from the Kahului to Keauhou Parkway, and horizon views should be unobstructed. Some views may be partially obstructed; to the extent practicable, units will be sited to ensure view potentials. The applicant states the overall impact is not anticipated to be significant as the slope of the sight is gentle and views from existing houses in the direction of the project are limited. 22. Archaeological and Cultural Resources: A survey titled "Archaeological Inventory Survey, TMK: 7-7-08: 121, Land ofKapalaalaea 2, North Kona District, Island of Hawaii ", was prepared by Haun and Associates in January, 2006 (Appendix B). The archaeological inventory survey identified 14 sites assessed as significant for their information content. Nine sites were recommended for mitigation through data recovery, and two sites were recommended for preservation. The plans for data recovery will be detailed in a Data Recovery Plan prepared for DLNR-SHPD review and approval. Specific plans for preservation and maintenance of a burial feature will be detailed in a Burial Treatment Plan prepared for DLNR-SHPD and the Hawaii Island Burial Council's review and approval. A protective buffer (fence) will be established around the sites. A study titled "Cultural Impact Study/Assessment, Laipala Heights, Kapalaalaea Ahupuaa, District of North Kona, Hawaii Island" was prepared by Kaimipono Consulting Services LLC in December, 2006 (Appendix Q. The study concluded that "while evidence of ancient or traditional cultural practices still exists on the project lands, there does not appear to be any evidence of any ongoing traditional cultural practices, except perhaps fishing, which, while not directly impacted by the project, may indirectly impact this resource." 23. Public Access: There is no public access to the mountains or shoreline on the project site. 24. County Council Resolutions on Rezoning Delays: The County Council has adopted a series of resolutions, beginning in January 2007, calling for a temporary delay in rezonings in North and South Kona until the adoption of the Kona Community Development Plan. The most recent of these resolutions, Resolution No. 529-08, is attached as Exhibit 18. This states that the County Council will temporarily delay action -4-