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September 29, 1998
Honorable James Y. Arakaki, Chairman
and Members of the County Council
County of Hawaii
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, HI 96720
Dear Chairman Arakaki and Members:
Proposed Street Name (SUB 6975)
Keaau High School Subdivision
Tax Map Key: 1-6-3:3
Change of Zone Application (REZ 91-16)
Applicant: David Matsuura
Request: A-20a to A-5a
Tax Map Key: 1-7-13:08
Change of Zone Application (REZ 98-16)
Applicant: Dr. Douglas H. Yamashita
Request: RS-10 to CN-10
Tax Map Key: 2-2-23:09
State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (SLU 98-5)
Request: Agricultural to Urban
/ Change of Zone Application (REZ 98-19)
V Request: A-la to RS-10
Applicant: Hawaii Island Community Development Corporation (HICDC)
Tax Map Key: 1-7-17:Portion of 3
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PLANNING COMMISSION
25 Aupuni Street, Room 109 • Hilo, Hawaii %720.4252
(808) 961-8288 Fix (808) 961-%15
SEP 2 ,9 1998
Honorable James Y. Arakaki, Chairman
and Members of the County Council
County of Hawaii
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, HI 96720
Dear Chairman Arakaki and Members:
State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (SLU 98-5)
Request: Agricultural to Urban
Change of Zone Application (REZ 98-19)
Request: A-la to RS-10
Applicant: Hawaii Island Community Development Corporation (HICDC)
Tax Map Key: 1-7-177Portion of 3
The Planning Commission, after a duly held public hearing on September 18, 1998, voted to
recommend for your approval the proposed legislative bills to change the State Land Use
district from an Agricultural to Urban District and a Change of Zone application changing the
district classification from Agricultural (A-la) to Single Family Residential (RS-10) for
approximately 7.084 acres of land. The project area is located on the south side of South
Road approximately 550 feet west of Volcano Road, Olaa Reservation Lots, Olaa, Puna,
Hawaii.
The Commission concurs with the following findings as recommended by the Planning
Director:
State Land Use Boundary Amendment
The approval of the reclassification from the State Land Use Agricultural to the
Urban District will not be violative of Section 205-2, Chapter 205, Hawaii Revised
Statutes, nor will the reclassification actions be inconsistent with the Hawaii Land Use
Commission Rules, the Hawaii State Plan and the County General Plan. According to
the Hawaii Land Use Commission Rules, one of the standards for considering an area
for urban reclassification is that "land contiguous with existing urban areas shall be
given more consideration than non-contiguous land, and particularly when indicated for
future urban use on state or county general plans." The project site conforms to this
standard as it is situated adjacent to existing urban designated lands in Kurtistown.
These urban lands include the existing residential neighborhood (RS-10 and RS-20)
bordering the subject property along the Hawaii Belt Road, Huma. Road and South
Road. Commercial uses are also established along the Volcano Highway near Huina
Honorable James Y. Arakaki, Chairman
and Members of the County Council
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Road and include the 76 Service Station, U.S. Post Office and Hara Store. Surrounding
properties to the north, south and east mainly consist of single family residences From
a land use perspective, it is feasible to expand urban development within this particular
area of Kurtistown which is located in the vicinity of existing residential
neighborhoods approximately two miles from Keaau Town Center. The lands in this
area can be characterized by "city-like" concentrations of people, structures, streets,
urban level of services and other related land uses. Furthermore, an Urban
reclassification would complement the existing and future land activities of the
surrounding properties. Therefore, the urbanization of the subject property will not
contribute toward scattered spot urban development and is contiguous to existing urban
development.
The proposed Urban District and residential development would be consistent
with the following goals, objectives and policies for the population, economy,
social-economic advancement-housing of the State Plan.
* A strong, viable economy, characterized by stability, diversity, and growth that
enables the fulfillment of the needs and expectations for Hawaii's present and
future generations.
* Physical, social, and economic well-being, for individuals and families in
Hawaii, that nourishes a sense of community responsibility, of caring, and of
participation in community life.
* Promote increased opportunities for Hawaii's people to pursue their
socio-economic aspirations throughout the islands.
* Greater opportunities for Hawaii's people to secure reasonably priced, safe,
sanitary, livable homes located in suitable environments that satisfactorily
accommodate the needs and desires of families and individuals.
* Effectively accommodate the housing needs of Hawaii's people.
* Stimulate and promote feasible approaches that increase housing choices for
low-income, moderate-income, and gap-group households.
* Increase homeownership and rental opportunities and choices in terms of
quality, location, cost, densities, style, and size of housing.
The Urban reclassification would be consistent with the Economic, Housing,
Land Use and Residential goals and policies of the Hawaii County General Plan by
creating housing opportunities. The goals, policies, standards and courses of action
state the following:
Economic Element
* Provide residents with opportunities to improve their quality of life.
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and Members of the County Council
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* Economic development and improvement shall be in balance with the physical
and social environments of the island of Hawaii.
* The County of Hawaii shall strive for diversity and stability in its economic
system.
* The County shall provide an economic environment which allows new,
expanded, or improved economic opportunities that are compatible with the
County's natural and social environment.
Housine
* Attain safe, sanitary, and livable housing for the residents of the County of
Hawaii.
* Attain a diversity of socio-economic housing mix throughout the different parts
of the County.
* Maintain a housing supply which allows a variety of choice.
* Develop better places to live in Hawaii County by creating viable communities
with decent housing and suitable living environments for our people.
* Seek sufficient production of new affordable rental and fee-simple housing in
the County in a variety of sizes to satisfactorily accommodate the needs and
desires of families and individuals.
* Ensure that housing is available to all persons regardless of age, sex, marital
status, ethnic background and income.
Land Use Element
* Designate and allocate land uses in appropriate proportions and mix and in
keeping with the social, cultural and physical environments of the County.
* Zone urban- and rural-types of uses in areas with ease of access to community
services and employment centers and with adequate public utilities and
facilities.
* Allocate appropriate requested zoning in accordance with the existing or
projected needs of neighborhood, community, region and County.
* The County shall encourage the development and maintenance of communities
meeting the needs of its residents in balance with the physical and social
environment.
* Zoning request shall be reviewed with respect to General Plan designation,
district goals, regional plans, State Land Use District, compatibility with
Honorable James Y. Arakaki, Chairman
and Members of the County Council
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adjacent zoned uses, availability of public services and utilities, access and
public need.
Single-Family Residential
* To maximize choices of single-family residential lots and/or housing for
residents of the County.
* To ensure compatible uses within and adjacent to single-family residential zoned
areas.
* To provide single-family residential areas conveniently located to public and
private services, shopping, other community activities and convenient access to
employment centers.
* The County shall designate and allocate single-family residential zoned lands at
varying densities for future use in accordance with the needs of the communities
and the stated goals, policies, and standards.
* Areas shall have basic improvements and amenities necessary for immediate
use.
* Areas shall be limited to low-density and medium density residential uses.
The Land Use Pattern Allocation Guide (LUPAG) Map component of the
General Plan is a representation of the document's goals, policies, standards and
courses of action to guide the coordinated growth and development of the County. It
reflects a graphic depiction of the spatial relationships among various land uses and the
expressed policy statements of the document itself. The LUPAG Map, in essence,
establishes the basic land use pattern for areas within the County. Therefore, changes
and requests for boundary and zoning amendments must be evaluated against both the
applicable goals, policies and standards of the General Plan and the LUPAG Map.
The reclassification action also conforms to the LUPAG Map which designates
the area for Low Density Urban. The Low Density Urban designation include uses
such as single family residential development, ancillary community and public uses and
convenience-type of commercial uses provided the applicable goals, policies and
standards of the General Plan are met. The proposed development would be a
reasonable expansion of residential uses that already exist in the area. Also as shown
on the General Plan, growth and expansion of Keaau Town toward Kurtistown is
reflected with the redesignation of Orchards lands to Urban Expansion. These
changes were made during the General Plan 1989 review to facilitate growth in this
area. As evident by the County's action during the 1989 General Plan Comprehensive
Review, there is a need for additional lands to accommodate present and future urban
activities for the Puna District. This proposed request is to allow a single family
residential development which is allowable under the Low Density Urban designation.
The area under consideration is consistent with the urban form established for this
section of the Puna District as depicted on the LUPAG Map.
Honorable James Y. Arakaki, Chairman
and Members of the County Council
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Basic services such as schools, parks, wastewater systems, solid waste disposal,
drainage, water transportation systems, public utilities and police and fire protection
are available. The subject property is located in Kurtistown where existing residential
and commercial activity exist. The Kurtistown Park is also located about one-half mile
south (Volcano) of South Road. The property is located approximately two miles from
Keaau Town where police, fire, schools and shopping areas are located. The Hawaii
Belt Road provides a major transportation link between the Volcano, Keaau, Pahoa and
Hilo areas. With the improvement of South Road, adequate access can be provided to
the subject homes. Since the property is located in a Critical Wastewater Disposal
Area, cesspools are not allowed. Therefore, wastewater systems would be required to
meet with the approval of the Department of Health. According to the Department of
Water Supply, water can be made available upon the installation of required water
system improvements. Any drainage system requirements shall meet with the approval
of the Department of Public Works. Other utilities, such as electricity and telephone
can be made available to the subject development. Based on the foregoing, the request
conforms with the Land Use Commission Rules which encourages urban developments
in close proximity to existing developments and to existing services and facilities.
The project area include lands with no severe geological or topographical
problems which cannot be properly rectified or which would render the land unusable:.
The subject property is relatively level with a slight grade. According to the Flood
Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), the project area is within Zone X, an area determined to
be outside the 500-year flood plain. The project area is also located outside of any
tsunami inundation area. Any new construction or improvements to the project area
must comply with Chapter 27 of the County Code relating to Flood Hazard Control.
The subject property was formally cultivated in sugar cane and therefore, no
endangered or threatened species of floral or fauna nor any archaeological sites are
anticipated to be found on the subject property. The State of Hawaii ALISH Map
classifies the property as Prime Agricultural Lands and the Land Use Study Bureau's
Overall Master Productivity Rating for the soils in the area is "C" or Fair. The
subject property was previously used for sugar cane and has remained fallow since
Puna Sugar Mill closed their operations about 20 years ago. The property is not
currently being used for active agricultural activities. Thus, the subject property would
not remove active agricultural lands from use and can appropriately be used for urban
development.
This request for a State Land Use Boundary Amendment from Agricultural to
Urban is being processed concurrently with a Change of Zone request from an
Agricultural (A-la) to Single Family Residential (RS-10) zoned district in order to
allow for the proposed residential development. As such, the boundary amendment
would allow for the rezoning of the property to allow for activities and uses that are
permitted within an Urban district.
Based on the above findings, the approval of the State Land Use Boundary
Amendment from Agricultural to Urban District complements the State Land Use
District Regulations and is supportive of the State of Hawaii Plan and the County
General Plan.
Change of Zone
Honorable James Y. Arakaki, Chairman
and Members of the County Council
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In order to consider an area for any type of zoning designation, the applicable
goals, policies and standards of the General Plan must be adequately addressed. It is
only through such a comprehensive policy analysis approach that evaluations and
decisions can be made to better time and stage developments to achieve growth
determined by the General Plan and related planning documents. The implications of
these evaluations and decisions must be also considered as they may have an impact on
similar areas in the County.
The proposed request from an Agricultural (A-la) to a Single Family
Residential (RS-10) zoned district will conform to the following goals, policies and
standards of the Economic, Housing, Land Use and Residential Elements of the
General Plan.
Economic Element
* Provide residents with opportunities to improve their quality of life.
* Economic development and improvement shall be in balance with the physical
and social environments of the island of Hawaii.
* The County of Hawaii shall strive for diversity and stability in its economic
system.
* The County shall provide an economic environment which allows new,
expanded, or improved economic opportunities that are compatible with the
County's natural and social environment.
Housing
* Attain safe, sanitary, and livable housing for the residents of the County of
Hawaii.
* Attain a diversity of socio-economic housing mix throughout the different parts
of the County.
* Maintain a housing supply which allows a variety of choice.
* Develop better places to live in Hawaii County by creating viable communities
with decent housing and suitable living environments for our people.
* Seek sufficient production of new affordable rental and fee-simple housing in
the County in a variety of sizes to satisfactorily accommodate the needs and
desires of families and individuals.
* Ensure that housing is available to all persons regardless of age, sex, marital
status, ethnic background and income.
Honorable James Y. Arakaki, Chairman
and Members of the County Council
Page 7
Land Use Element
* Designate and allocate land uses in appropriate proportions and mix and in
keeping with the social, cultural and physical environments of the County.
* Zone urban- and rural-types of uses in areas with ease of access to community
services and employment centers and with adequate public utilities and
facilities.
* Allocate appropriate requested zoning in accordance with the existing or
projected needs of neighborhood, community, region and County.
* The County shall encourage the development and maintenance of communities
meeting the needs of its residents in balance with the physical and social
environment.
* Zoning request shall be reviewed with respect to General Plan designation,
district goals, regional plans, State Land Use District, compatibility with
adjacent zoned uses, availability of public services and utilities, access and
public need.
Single-Family Residential
* To maximize choices of single-family residential lots and/or housing for
residents of the County.
* To ensure compatible uses within and adjacent to single-family residential zoned
areas.
* To provide single-family residential areas conveniently located to public and
private services, shopping, other community activities and convenient access to
employment centers.
* The County shall designate and allocate single-family residential zoned lands at
varying densities for future use in accordance with the needs of the communities
and the stated goals, policies, and standards.
* Areas shall have basic improvements and amenities necessary for immediate
use.
The Land Use Pattern Allocation Guide (LUPAG) Map component of the
General Plan is a representation of the document's goals and policies to guide the
coordinated growth and development of the County. It reflects a graphic depiction of
the physical relationship among the various land uses. The requested zone change from
Agricultural (A-la) to Single Family Residential (RS-10) conforms to the LUPAG
Map, which designates the property as Low Density Urban. The Low Density Urban
classification allows for single family residential development, ancillary community and
public uses and convenience-type of commercial uses provided the applicable goals,
policies and standards of the General Plan are met. The proposed development would
Honorable James Y. Arakaki, Chairman
and Members of the County Council
Page 8
be a reasonable expansion of residential uses that already exist in the area. Also as
shown on the General Plan, growth and expansion of Keaau Town toward Kurtistown
is reflected with the redesignation of surrounding Orchards lands to Urban Expansion.
These changes were made during the General Plan 1989 review to facilitate growth in
this area. As evident by the County's action during the 1989 General Plan
Comprehensive Review, there is a need for additional lands to accommodate present
and future urban activities for the Puna District. This proposed request is to allow for
a mutual self-help housing development which is allowable under the Low Density
Urban designation. Zoning and uses in the vicinity include RS-10, RS-20 and in
residential use. The area under consideration is consistent with the urban form
established for this section of the Puna District as depicted on the LUPAG Map.
The Agricultural Lands of Importance to the State of Hawaii (ALISH) Maps
designate the subject area as "Prime Lands." However, the Land Use Study Bureau's
Overall Master Productivity Rating for soils of the subject lands is "C" or Fair. The
site was previously used for sugar cane and has remained fallow for approximately 20
years. There is no active agricultural activity occurring on the subject property.
Therefore, the reclassification of approximately 7.084 acres from an Agricultural
(A-la) to a Single Family Residential (RS-10) zoned district will not be detrimental to
the reduction of agricultural lands in the County of Hawaii. From a land use
perspective, the approval of this request, reflects a natural movement and expansion of
urban development within this particular area of Kurtistown.
The proposed request will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare
nor cause substantial adverse impact to the community's character or surrounding
properties. The subject property is located in Kurtistown, where there is existing
residential and commercial activity. To the north, south and east of the property are
RS-10 and RS-20 zoned lands with residential uses. Rezoning of the subject property
from A-20a to A-la was approved in 1992 by the County Council, allows for
subdivision of the property into approximately 40 lots and the development of farm
dwellings. This rezoning request for a 7.084-acre portion of the 45.945-acre parcel
would allow for further expansion of activities and uses that are already permitted and
ongoing within this vicinity. The remainder of the approximately 38 acres will remain
within the State Land Use Agricultural District as Agricultural (A-la) zoned lands.
Therefore, the development of the proposed self-help residences will complement the
existing permitted uses in the area. Traffic impacts from the development will be
mitigated by improvements to the Hawaii Belt/South Road intersection as well as South
Road. Additionally, the applicant shall abide by all applicable State and County air
quality and noise level control standards during the pre-construction and construction
phases of the project.
The granting of the proposed request will not adversely affect similar or related
existing uses within the surrounding area, community or region. The request is to
change the classification from an Agricultural (A-la) to Single Family Residential
(RS-10) zoned district in order to allow for the proposed self-help housing
development. The applicant intends to develop 20 affordable housing units. Through
the Hawaii Island Community Development Corporation, residents will be provided
financing and construction assistance that will provide home ownership opportunities
that would otherwise not be available to them. The proposed development is located
Honorable James Y. Arakaki, Chairman
and Members of the County Council
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within a 45.95-acre property that was rezoned for Kapoho Properties by the County
Council in 1992 from A-20 to A-Ia. A subdivision application for Kurtistown Heights
to subdivide the subject property into approximately 40-one acre lots was subsequently
filed and is still pending with the Planning Department. The self-help housing project
is proposed for the northwestern corner of the subject parcel. This proposed single
family residential development will provide affordable housing options in this vicinity
which are not presently available. The proposed development is located within close
proximity to all necessary urban services, facilities and infrastructure, and will serve to
complement the urban development for that area. Development within this area of
Kurtistown/Keaau shows a definitive progression towards urbanization as surrounding
properties in this area are already developed and in low density urban uses.
The proposed request will not unreasonably burden public agencies to provide
roads and streets, sewer, water, drainage, school improvements, police and fire
protection and other related infrastructure. Access to the development will be from
South Road, which is an approximately 20-foot wide private road that will require
extensive improvements. According to Ordinance No. 92-123, as amended by
Ordinance No. 97-65, which governs the A-Ia rezoning for the entire subject property,
Kapoho Properties is required to provide channelization improvements at the
intersection of the Hawaii Belt/South Road intersection. All interior subdivision access
roads are required to meet with the approval of the Department of Public Works.
Access via South Road would be from a 60-foot right-of-way which would be improved
to County dedicable standards up to an approximate length of 450 feet from the Hawaii
Belt Road. Lands along the balance of the subject property fronting South Road shall
be set aside and delineated on subdivision plans for a future 60-foot wide road. All
improvements are required to be constructed prior to securing final subdivision
approval or to be bonded. For this particular development, as South Road will also
provide access to the self-help housing development, the applicant will be required to
work with and coordinate completion of applicable roadway improvements with
Kapoho Properties (Kurtistown Height Subdivision) in accordance with Ordinance
No. 97-65 prior to securing Final Subdivision Approval. Although, the Department of
Public Works recommended that curbs, gutter and sidewalks for all proposed
roadways, they are not being included as a condition for this affordable housing
development. According to the Department of Water Supply, water can be made
available to the subject property with applicable water system improvements. As the
subject property is located in a Critical Wastewater Disposal Area, wastewater systems
shall meet with requirements of the Department of Health.
The Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) designation for the property is in Zone
"X", areas determined to be outside the 500 year flood plain. There are no known
drainage improvements on site. The project shall be developed in full compliance with
the flood control measures. Any improvements to the property must comply with
Chapter 27 of the County Code relating to Flood Hazard Control. While there are no
indications of surface water flow on-site, the applicant will abide by all applicable
County guidelines for run-off generated by the development.
Schools, police, fire, shopping and other related facilities and services are
located in Keaau, within two to three miles from the subject property.
Honorable James Y. Arakaki, Chairman
and Members of the County Council
Page 10
The applicant will also be required to comply with all other applicable agency
requirements. With the above public improvements by the applicant, the proposed
self-help housing development can fit into the locale with minimal intrusion while
providing the desired housing development, as well as incorporating appropriate
infrastructure and design concerns for the development.
Based on the above findings, this request to reclassify the subject property from
an Agricultural (A-la) to Single Family Residential (RS-10) zoned district would result
in an appropriate land use pattern and further the public convenience, necessity and
general welfare.
For your favorable consideration, an amendment to the SLU Boundaries Map H-67 and an
amendment to Section 25-8-22 (Puna District Zone Map) are transmitted.
We are enclosing a copy of the applications, a copy of the staff background and copies of
additional agency comments for your information.
Sincerely,
Kevin M. Balog, Chairman
Planning Commission
LHICDCOI.PC
Enclosures
cc: Mr. Keith Kato
Mr. Brian Nishimura
Department of Water Supply
Department of Public Works
Kazu Hayashida/DOT-Highways,Honolulu
State Land Use Commission
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COUNTY OF HAWAII PLANNING DEPARTMENT
BACKGROUND REPORT
HAWAII ISLAND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
STATE LAND USE BOUNDARY AMENDMENT APPLICATION NO. 98-5
CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION NO. 98-19
HAWAII ISLAND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION has
submitted applications for a State Land Use Boundary Amendment from an Agricultural to
Urban District and a Change of Zone by changing the district classification from Agricultural
(A-la) to Single Family Residential (RS-10) for approximately 7.084 acres of land. The
property is located on the south side of South Road approximately 500 feet west of Volcano
Road, Olaa Reservation Lots, Olaa, Puna, Hawaii, TMK: 1-7-17: Portion of 3.
GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Landowners: The subject property is owned by the following: David and Shirley
Larsen; Herbert and Wendy Lee; William and Candace Moore; and Michael and Carla
Beard. All have provided their consent for the submittal of the applications.
2. Real Property Tax Clearance: With this application, a tax clearance up until August
20, 1998 was received for the subject property from the Real Property Tax Division.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
3. Change of Zone Ordinance No. 92-123 as amended by Ordinance No. 97-65: The
County Council approved the request by Kapoho Properties to rezone TMK: 1-7-17:3
from A-20a to A-la, effective November 5, 1992. The applicant proposed to subdivide
the property into 40 lots having a minimum lot size of one acre. According to Change
of Zone Ordinance No. 92-123, Condition B required that Final Subdivision Approval
be secured within two years of receipt of Tentative Subdivision Approval or by
February 10, 1995. By letter dated November 5, 1996, the applicant requested an
extension to Condition B due to the present economic cycle in slowing the final stages
of the project. An extension of time to Condition B (secure Final Subdivision
Approval) was granted by the County Council until May 14, 1999 by Ordinance No.
97-65. (See Exhibit A)
ATTACH. C-1013
(Bills 310 & 311)
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4. Subdivision Application No. 93-7: Subsequent to the change of zone approval, on
December 29, 1992, the applicant submitted subdivision plans for the 40-lot
"Kurtistown Heights Subdivision". Tentative Subdivision Approval was secured on
February 10, 1993. Final Plat Maps were submitted on February 11, 1994, reflecting
access to the development from South Road. Final Subdivision Approval has not been
secured as of date. This subject request is for developing a northwestern portion of the
subject property.
5. New Zoning Code (Adopted December 7, 1996): According to the new Zoning
Code, effective December 7, 1996, the minimum lot size in the Agricultural district is
A-5a. However, since the subject property was rezoned from A-20a to A-la by
Ordinance No. 92-123 in 1992, the existing zoning for the subject property would
allow for the creation of non-conforming lots.
APPLICANT'S REQUES"Ir
6. Request: HICDC is requesting the State Land Use Boundary Amendment and Change
of Zone in order to develop a mutual self-help housing project to provide home
ownership opportunities for twenty families in the low and very low income categories.
HICDC has been involved in self-help housing over the past seven years and has
completed 64 homes. U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Development 502
program is used to allow 100% financing with no down payment and low subsidized
interest rates as low as 1 This program is one of the few home ownership
opportunities for low and very low income families. Approval of this request will
allow for the creation of twenty single family residential lots approximately 10,000
square feet in size. The project would be developed on a 7.084 acre portion in the
northwestern corner of the subject parcel. The remaining approximately 38.861 acres
of the subject property would remain within the State Land Use Agricultural District
and the Agricultural (A-la) zoned district.
7. Conceptual Plans: Proposed plans indicate 20 - 10,000 square foot lots located at the
northwestern corner of the subject property. Although the original application states
approximately 5.33 acres, in providing flexibility during subdivision, the final metes
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and bounds description reflects an approximate land area of 7.084 acres. Access to
both the requested 20 lots and the remaining Kurtistown Heights Subdivision would be
from South Road onto a new roadway running parallel to the Hawaii Belt Highway.
The proposed 20 lots would be located off a new cul-de-sac.
8. Construction Timeframe and Cost: Estimated timeframe for start of the development
is six months from the approval of the requests. The project will be developed in two
10-unit increments taking approximately eight months each to complete. Sale prices
for house and lot will be approximately $120,000.
9. Additional Information: (See Exhibit B - Change of Zone Application and Fad
Sheet on Hawaii Island Community Development Corporation)
STATE AM COUNTY PLANS
10. SLU: Agricultural.
11. State Plan: The proposed Urban District and industrial development would be
consistent with the goals, objectives and policies for the population, economy, social-
economic advancement-housing.
12. General Plan Consistency: Goals and policies of the Housing, Economic, Land Use
and Single-Family Residential Elements.
13. General Plan LUPAG Map: Low Density Urban Development. This designation
allows for single family residential development, ancillary community and public uses
and convenience-type of commercial uses provided the applicable goals, policies and
standards of the General Plan are met. Lands mauka of the subject area fall within the
Urban Expansion designation on the LUPAG map. These changes were made during
the General Plan 1989 review to facilitate growth in this area.
14. County Zoning: Agricultural (A-la).
15. SMA: The subject property is not located within the Special Management Area.
16. Affordable Housing Policy: The applicant would be required to comply with
applicable requirements of Ordinance No. 98-1, Affordable Housing Policy for the
County of Hawaii.
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DESG iPTION OF PROPERTY AND SURRO(W)ING AREAS
17. Subject Property: The subject property is approximately 45.945 acres. The proposed
development will be located in the northwestern corner of the property on
approximately 7.084 acres. The property is located in Kurtistown on the mauka side of
the Hawaii Belt Road between South Road to the north and Huina Road to the south. It
is approximately 450 feet west of its intersection with the Hawaii Belt Road, with
several pockets of the property having frontage along the Hawaii Belt Road. The land
was formerly cultivated in sugar cane by Puna Sugar Company. It has been fallow
since the closure of the sugar company approximately 20 years ago and has not been in
active agricultural use.
18. Elevation/Rainfall: The property is situated between the 650-750 foot elevation. The
area receives approximately 160 inches of rainfall annually.
19. ALISH: The property is classified as "Prime" agricultural land according to the State
Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Lands of Importance to the State of Hawaii
(ALISH) Map. These are lands that have the soil quality, growing season and moisture
supply needed to produce sustained high yields of crops economically when treated and
managed according to modern farming methods
20. FIRM: Zone "X", area determined to be outside the 500-year flood plain
21. U.S.D.A. Soli Type.. Mainly Olaa silty clay loam, 0 to 10% (OaQ with some
Keaukaha extremely rocky muck, 6 to 20 percent (rKFD). Keaukaha soils consists of
strongly acid, well-drained and thin organic soils overlying pahoehoe lava bedrock.-,
Above the lava, permeability is rapid, runoff is medium and the erosion hazard slight.
Olaa soils consists of dark brown well-drained, silty clay loams that are underlain by
Aa lava. Permeability is rapid, runoff is slow, erosion hazard slight. This soil is used
for the cultivation of sugarcane
22. Land Study Bureau Soil Rathrg: The Land Study Bureau's Overall Master
Productivity Rating system classifies these soils are "C" or "Fair:"
23. Drainage: According to the applicant, there are no existing drainage ways or
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improvements on the subject property. Applicable requirements will be complied with
in accordance with Department of Public Works.
24. Archaeological Resources: An archaeological field inspection was conducted by Paul
H. Rosendahl, PhD., Inc. on January 27, 1992. •The survey confirmed that the entire
project area has been modified by cane cultivation and consists exclusively of
abandoned sugar cane land. During the present survey, no archaeological sites were
located. Based on findings, the likelihood of archaeological features is remote.
25. Flora and Fauna: Existing vegetation consists of grasses and shrubs that are typical of
fallow sugar cane land.
26. Surrounding Zoning and Land Uses: The property borders South Road to the north
and Huina Road to the south. Lands in the vicinity include vacant agricultural lands on
A-20 to the west, and a mix of agricultural and residential zonings to the south and on
the opposite side of Huina Road. Residential uses include Schmidt Subdivision to the
north across from South Road on lands zoned RS-20 and the Olaa Reservation Lots to
the east across of the Hawaii Belt Road on lands zoned RS-10. There is a single family
dwelling on South Road located on TN K: 1-7-16:37 (Tomonaga) in proximity to where
the proposed roadway leading into the subdivision would be created. There are
existing commercial zonings (CN 10, CG-10) in the vicinity, including Hara Store, the
U.S. Post Office and 76 Service Station, which are located along the Hawaii Belt Road.
Residential uses line the Hawaii Belt Road leading to Keaau Town which is located
approximately two (2) miles to the northeast::
PUBLIC: CFRVICFS Alvt~ FACH r IES
27. Access: Access to the subject property from the Hawaii Belt Road will be via South
Road, which is a 20-foot wide private paper road. That portion of South Road fronting
the subject property for about 500 feet presently has a graveled width of approximately
16 feet; with the rernmainde''in brush; Tall palms align the graveled portion of South
Road on the north side from the entrance at the Hawaii Belt Road. Plans for the self-
help subdivision indicate access from South Road onto a proposed access into the
subdivision approximately 500 feet from the Hawail Belt Road intersection.
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According to Change of Zone Ordinance No. 97-65, which governs the original
rezoning from A-20 to A-la for entire subject property, South Road, up to a length of
approximately 450 feet shall be improved to a 60-foot right-of-way. The remaining
portion of South Road fronting the property shall be set aside and delineated on
subdivision plans for a future 60-foot wide road. Conditions also call for
channelization improvements at the South Road/Hawaii Belt Road intersection.
According to the Ordinance, no access shall be allowed from Huina Road or directly
from the Hawaii Belt Road and interior roadways shall meet with the requirement of
the Department of Public Works. Land along the balance of the subject property
fronting South Road shall be delineated and set aside on the subdivision plans for a
future 60-foot wide road widening.
28. Water: Water can be made available to the subject property with required water
system improvements.
29. Wastewater: According to the Department of Health, the subject property is located
in a Critical Wastewater Disposal Area where cesspools are not allowed. Wastewater .
systems shall meet with the approval of the State Department of Health.
30. Other Essential Utilities and Services: Telephone and electricity are available to the
subject property. Fire and police services are available in Keaau Town approximately
two miles to the northeast.
A .ENC C - COMMENTS
31. Department of Health (August 6, 1998 Memo):
"The subject lots are located in the critical Wastewater Disposal Area where cesspools
are not allowed because of water pollution concerns. Any development on these lots
would require all wastewater be disposed into a Septic Tank System. .
"Underground Injection Systems (Ph. 586-4258) which receive wastewater or storm
run-offs from the proposed development need to address the requirements of Chapter
23, Hawaii State Department of Health Administrative Rules, Title 11, "Underground
Injection Control."
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32. Real Property Tax Office (July 31, 1998 Memo):
"There are no comments at this time.
Current Real Property taxes are paid through June 30, 1998."
33. Police Department (August 6, 1998 Memo):
"The developer's intention to improve South Road to County standards is admirable
and should be a conditional requirement for approval of this application.
However, even with this improvement and channelized markings, vehicles leaving the
Subdivision may have difficulty entering Route 11, especially at peak traffic hours."
34. Department of Land and Natural Resources - Land Division (See Exhibit C -
August 27, 1998 Letter):
35. Department of Land and Natural Resources -State Historic Preservation Division
(See Exhibit D - August 27, 1998 Letter):
36. Department of Public Works (See Exhibit E - August 13, 1998 Memo)
37. Fire Department: (See Exhibit F - August S. 1998 Memo)
38. Department of Water Supply (See Exhibit G - August 17, 1998 Memo)
A GENCMq - NO COMMENTS
39. Parks and Recreation, Office of Housing and Community Development,
Department of Transportation-Hilo and Honolulu and HELLO.
COMM MEY COMMENTS ,
40. Exhibit H - August 19, 1998 from Tadashi and Akiyo Tomonaga objecting to the
proposed changes.
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COUNTY OF HAWAII STATE OF HAWAII
BILL NO. 65
ORDINANCE NO. 97 65
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 92-123 WHICH CHANGED THE
DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM AGRICULTURAL (A-20a) TO AGRICULTURAL
(A-la) AT OLAA, PUNA, HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY 1-7-17:3.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAII:
SECTION 1. Ordinance No. 92-123 is amended as follows:
"SECTION 2. This change in district classification is conditioned upon the following:
(A) the applicant, successors, or assigns shall be responsible for complying with all of the stated
conditions of approval; (B) subdivision plans shall be submitted to the Planning Department
within one year from the effective date of the change of zone. The plans shall indicate a "no
access" planting screen easement along the Hawaii Belt Road frontages of Lots 6, 35 and 36.
Final Subdivision Approval shall be secured within two years from the [date of receipt of
Tentative Subdivision Approval] effective date of this ordinance ; (C) the applicant shall pro-Ade
channelization improvements at the intersection of the Hawaii Belt Road and South Road in a
manner meeting with the approval of the Departments of Transportation and Public Works, prior
to securing Final Subdivision Approval. This requirement may be satisfied through the
execution of a bond with the County to ensure the construction of these improvements; (D)
interior subdivision access roadways shall meet with the approval of the Department of Public
Works. Access shall not be permitted directly onto the Hawaii Belt Road and Huina Road.
Access to the proposed lots shall be via a 60-foot right-of-way on the existing South Road right-
of-way fronting the subject property. That portion of South Road shall be improved to county
EXHIBIT
dedicable standards up to a length of 450 feet from the Belt E3ighway. Land along the balance of
the subject property fronting South Road shall be set aside and delineated on the subdivision
plans to allow for a future 60-foot wide road, inclusive of the existing South Road right-of-way;
(E) access to the subject property shall meet with the approval of the Departments of
Transportation and Public Works; (F) drainage improvements, if required, shall be provided in a
manner meeting with the approval of the Department of Public Works, prior to securing Final
Subdivision Approval of the proposed development; (G) restrictive covenants in the deeds of all
the proposed lots shall prohibit the construction of a second dwelling unit on each lot. A copy of
the proposed covenant(s) to be recorded with the Bureau of Conveyances shall be submitted to
the Planning Department for review and approval prior to final subdivision approval. A copy of
a typically recorded covenant shall be filed with the Planning Department within one year from
the date of final subdivision approval; (EE) should any unidentified sites or remains, such as
artifacts, shell, bone or charcoal deposits, human burials, rock or coral alignments, pavings or
wall be encountered, work in the affected area shall cease and the Planning Department
immediately notified. Subsequent work shall proceed upon an archaeological clearance from the
Planning Department when it finds that sufficient mitigative measures have been taken; (I) all
other applicable laws, rules, regulations and requirements shall be complied with; (I) should the
Council adopt a Unified Impact Fees ordinance setting forth criteria for the imposition of
exactions or the assessment of impact fees, conditions included herein may, at the applicant's
election, be satisfied by performance in accordance with the requirements of the Unified Impact
Fees Ordinance; (K) an annual progress report shall be submitted to the Planning Director prior
to the anniversary date of the effective date of the Change of Zone. The report shall include, but
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not be limited to, the status of the development and to what extent the conditions of approval are
being complied with. This condition shall remain in effect until all of the cond;ticls of approval
have ueen complied and the Planning Director acknowledges that. further reports are not
required; and, (L) an initial extension of time for the performance of conditions within the
ordinance may be granted by the Planning Director upon the following circumstances: 1) the
non-performance is the result of conditions that could not have been foreseen or are beyond the
control of the applicant, successors or assigns, and that are not the result of their fault or
negligence; 2) granting of the time extension would not be contrary to the General Plan or the
Zoning Code; 3) granting of the time extension would not be contrary to the original reasons for
the granting of the Change of Zone; 4) the time extension granted shall be for a period not to
exceed the period originally granted for performance (i.e., a condition to be performed within
one year may be extended for up to one additional year); and 5) if the applicant should require an
additional extension of time, the Planning Director shall submit the applicant's request to the
County Council for appropriate action. Further, should any of the conditions not be met or
substantially complied with in a timely fashion, the Director shall initiate rezoning of the area to
its original or more appropriate designation."
SECTION 3. In the event that any portion of this ordinance is declared invalid, such
invalidity shall not affect the other parts of this ordinance.
SECTION 4. This ordinance shall take effect upon its approval.
INTRODUCED BY:
&OfJNCIL MEMBER, COUNTY OF HAWAII
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Hilo, Hawaii
Date ofIntroduttion: April 23, 1997
Date of 1st Reading: April 23, 1997
Late of 2nd Reading: May 7, 1997
Effective Date: May 14, 1997
REFicRENCL Comm. 217
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AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING CODE
AMLNDIN6 "MCI ION 25-109 (PuNA DISTRlcT ZOIYG MAP)
ARTICL.L S, CHAPTER Zm (ZONINU COOL) OP THE HAWAII
COUNT-' COOL d-' CHANGING THL DISTIQICT CLASSIFICA-
TION rROM ASMIcUUTLIRAL (A-MOa) TD AGRICULTURAL
(A-1a) AT al-AA, PUNA, HANAIL
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OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK
County of Hawaii
Hilo Hawaii
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Introduced By: Bobby Jean Leitheed-Todd C LA.= _ ABS EX
Date Introduced: it 23, 1997 Arakalti 14 1 Ur HAVIXI
First Reading: APril 23, 1997 Chun X
Published: N/A Leithead-Todd x
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REMARKS: Reynolds
Santangelo X
Smith X
Tyler X
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Second Reading: May 7, 1997 ROLL CALL VOTE
To Mayor. May 8, 1997 AYES NOES ABS EX
Returned: May 14, 1997 Arakaki X
Effective: May -14,1997 Chung R
Published: May 23, 1997 Leithead-Todd x
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REMARKS. Reynolds X
Santangelo X
Smith x
Tyler x
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I DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing BILL was adopted by the County Council and published as
indicated above. APPROVED AS TO
FORM AND LEGALITY:
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CEPUTY CORPORATION COUNSEL
COUNTY OF HAWAII
Date MAY 1 2 1997
ApprovedT4sgpp?wed this day C2CILHAIRMAN
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COUNTY CLERK
A, COU UNg!F 11 Bill No.: 65
Reference: C-217/PC-39
Ord. No.: 65
HAWAII ISLAND COMMUNII . DEVELOPMENT CORPORATI%-.4
99 AUPUNI STREET, SUITE 1049 HILO, HAWAII 96720
July 16, 1998
Ms. Virginia Goldstein MCP Ju%. 17 M12 `;J
Planning Director
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
Subject: State Land Use Boundary Amendment and Change of Zone Application
Kurtistown Mutual Self Help Subdivision
Kurtistown, Puna, Island of Hawaii
Tax Map Key: 1-7-17: portion of 03
Dear Ms. Goldstein:
Enclosed is the change of zone application for our next mutual self help housing project on the
east side of the island. More specifically, the following are attached:
1) Filing Fee of $1,200.00 made payable to the County Director of Finance.
2) Original and 20 copies of the State Land Use Boundary Amendment application form.
3) Original and 20 copies of the Change of Zone application form and questionnaire.
4) Original and 20 copies of the location map.
5) Original and 20 copies of the site plan.
6) One full size copy of the site plan.
7) A list of names, addresses and tax map keys of all owners and leases of record of the
surrounding properties who are regU•:.*.ed to receive notice.
8) Certificate of clearance from the Director of Finance that the real property taxes and all
other fees relating to the subject property have been paid.
Please contact me if you or your staff have any questions concerning these applications.
Sincerely Yours,
" EXHIBIT
Keith H. Kato
Executive Director
AN EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY
-EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER-
Jnu11NieTnaTlnu- IRnRI 9R9.116R FAX 18091 936.6916 CnNSTRUCTION- 18081 935-0443
CO...+TY OF HAWAII PLANNING DE] _LTMENT
APPLICATION FOR STATE LAND USE BOUNDARY AMENDMENT
(15 ACRES OR LESS)
APPLICANT: Hawaii Island Community Development Corporation (HTCDC)
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APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE: Gw~
MAILING ADDRESS: 99 Aupuni Street Suite 104
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Hilo, Hawaii 96720 Da
TELEPHONE: (BUS) (808) 969-1158 (HOME)
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LANDOWNER: Kurtistovn Heights Suhdivicinn
LANDOWNER'S SIGNATURE: A letter will be provided
TAX MAP KEY: (3) 1-7-17.
LAND AREA: 5.33 acres
CURRENT STATE LAND USE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION: Agriculture
REQUESTED STATE LAND USE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION: Urban
THE APPLICANT SHALL SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING:
A. Non-refundable filing and processing fee of two hundred dollars.
B. Original and fifteen copies of:
1. Application form.
2. Location map.
3. Preliminary site plan, drawn to scale, with all existing -
and p:opcsed structures and improvements shown thereon.
4. Reasons for the requested change and written description of
the property and proposed development, including but not
limited to:
a. The extent to which the proposed reclassification
conforms to the applicable goals, policies, standards,
and courses of action of the General Plan and
implementing ordinances, plans and documents; and
b. The extent to which the proposed reclassification
conforms to the applicable district standards.
C. A minimum 2-foot by 3-foot presentation map requested under B.3,
above.
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PD 2/26/87
COUNTY OF HAWAII
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION,Q,~ J111 17 Pn 12 1:3
(Type or legibly print the requested informationy
APPLICANT: Hawaii island Community Development Corporatiot (HICDC)"'
APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE: DATE: 7/4Wfe
ADDRESS: 99 Aupuni Street Suite 104
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
LIST APPLICANT'S INTEREST IF NOT OWNER: Has •Property Purchase Agreemeut'
with "EMI
LIST PRINCIPAL(S) INCLUDING NAMES OF MAIN OFFICERS:
Keith Kato. Rxecutive Director.
PHONE:(Bus.) (808) 969-1158 (Res.) (Fax) (808) 935-6916
LANDOWNER(S): Kurtistown Heights Subdivision
LANDOWNER SIGNATURE(S): A letter rill be provided DATE:
(May be by leas)
LANDOWNER(S) ADDRESS: 1266 Kamehameha Street, Hilo, HI. 96720
REQUEST: haricultural-lacre (A-la) T0 Single Family Residential 10,000 (RS-10)
(Existing zoning) (Proposed Zoning)
TAX MAP KEY: (3) 1-7-17: yor. of 3
STREET ADDRESS OF PROPERTY:
SIZE OF PROPERTY OR AFFECTED AREA(S) TO BE REZONED: 5_33 acres
AGENT: Brian T_ Nishimura, Planning Consultant
ADDRESS:-101 Auyuni St. Suite 217
Hilo Hawaii 96720
TELEPHONE:(Bus.)16ns 1 935-7692 (Res.) (808)-935-7486 (Fax) ( 808) 935-6126
Please indicate to whom original correspondence and copies should be sent.
ORIGINAL: Applicant COPIES: Agent
(See Instructions on Reverse Side)
ATTACHMENT
Residential Rezoning
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
COUNTY OF HAWAII
APPLICATION FOR CHANGE OF ZONE
1. If your request is approved, do you intend to suodivide
the subject land in accordance with the approved change
of zone? Yes
If yes, please answer the rest of question 1 and then to
quest n 3.
a. How many acres of the requested area do you intend to
subdivide? 5.33
b. Into what lot sizes? minimum of 10,000 sq. ft.
c. If your request is approved, approximately how long
after the date of approval do you expect to submit
your subdivision plans to the Planning Department
for preliminary approval? immediately
d. Do you intend to build houses on the newly created
Yes
lots?
If yes, please answer the following questions:
On how many of those lots? All (20 lots)
At what approximate price range? House
Lots
Total less than $120,000
Approximately how long, after approval of
the subdivision, would the first house be
available for occupancy? 8 months
If you intend to subdivide, please submit a
preliminary schematic subdivision plan together
with your change of zone application form.
2. If you have no rIirm plans of subdividing the suuject area,
oo you intend to:
a. Sell or lease the land to someone who nas firm
plans?
b. Sell or lease the land to someone who has tentative
plans?
C. Sell or lease the land to someone who has no plans?
d. Keep it?
e. Other (please state)
f. If you intend to do either a, b, or c, please elaocrate
on the kino of plans the other party has. Please, also,
include in your answer approximately how soon after
approval of your rezoning do you expect to transfer the
subject lano to another party.
3. Do you think that your request and your further plans
for the land will alleviate the local housing situation? Yes
How? The mutual self-help housing program will provide home
ownership opportunities for 20 families in the low and very
low income categories. There are literally thousands of
families within the County of Hawaii who qualify for the program
given their income levels. The mutual self-help housing
program may be the only opportunity for these families to own
a home.
4. Are there any buildings on the subject area? No
If so, what kind?
What do you intend to do with those buildings if your
request is approved?
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5. Is the subject land currently being used for any
agricultural activitity? No
If so, please list the kinds of products grown and on
how many square feet or acres of land per product.
6. To your knowledge, has there been any flooding and/or
drainage problem on the subject area? No
If so, please describe the problem.
7. Do you think that the roads leading to the subject area
needs improvement? Yes
If so, what kind? The land owners plan to improve South Road
to County dedicable standards and a channelized intersection
at the Hawaii Belt Road will also be provided.
Is the road adequate for the proposed traffic volume
or load? With the proposed improvements, yes.
8. What sort of governmental assistance and/or improvements
do you feel will oe needed in the subject area wren
developed?
Yes No
a. Schools x
b. Roads Z see above
c. Sewer x
d. Drainage %
e. Police Protection x
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a
Yes No
f. Fire Protection %
g. Recreational Facilities %
h. Public Utilities %
i. Other
For those checked "yes," please elaborate what type or kinds of
improvements and/or assistance are needed.
Signature:
Keith Kato, Executive Director
Address: 99 hupuni St. Suite 104
Telephone: (808)969-1158
Date:
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Hawaii Island Community Development Corporation (HICDC)
STATE LAND USE BOUNDARY AMENDMENT (Less than 15 acres)/CHANGE
Or ZONE APPLICATION
BACKGROUND AND COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL REPORT
Tax Map Key: 1-7-17: por. of 3
Was Reservation Lots, Keaau, Puna, Hawaii Island
A. SUBLECT REQUEST
1. Details of the Proposed Development
a. Requested action: The applicant, Hawaii Island Community
Development Corporation (HICDC) is requesting a State Land Use boundary
amendment and change of zone for approximately 5.33 acres of land (in the
northwest corner of parcel 3) at Olaa Reservation Lots, Keaau, Puna, Hawaii,
TMK: 1-7-17: por. of 3. The State Land Use boundary amendment request is from
Agriculture to Urban and the change of zone request is from Agricultural-1 acre
(A-la) to Single-Family Residential 10,000 (RS-10). The property is located
along the south side of South Road, approximately 450 feet west of its intersection
with the Hawaii Belt Road.
b. Project description: The HICDC plans to purchase twenty (20)
finished single family residential parcels from Kurtistown Heights Subdivision.
These parcels will have a minimum lot size of 10,000 square feet and will be
utilized to develop a mutual self-help housing project. The mutual self-help
housing project will provide home ownership opportunities for twenty families in
the low and very low income categories who are willing to provide physical effort
in the building of their homes.
- c. Statement of objectives and reasons for the request: The HICDC
has been actively involved in self-help housing over the past sever_ years and has
completed 64 homes in that time. The HICDC utilizes the U.S. Department of
Agriculture's Rural Development 502 program which allows 100 percent financing
with no down payment required. This together with subsidized interest rates
down to as low as 1% makes this program one of the very few that provide home
ownership opportunities for low and very low income families. There are literally
thousands of families within the County of Hawaii who qualify for the program
given their income levels. The proposed twenty unit Kurtistown Mutual Self-Help
Housing Project is intended to help address this need.
d. Number of acres: Approximately 5.33 acres of land will be utilized
for the proposed project.
e. Number of units: The proposed project will create twenty single
family residential lots each with a minimum land area of 10,000 square feet.
f. Timeframe and cost: The estimated time frame for developing the
twenty single family residential lots is six months from the date of approval of the
subject request. The single family dwellings will be developed in two 10 unit
increments each of which will take approximately eight months to complete. The
sales price of the each house and lot will be less than $120,000.
g. Traffic impacts: Any traffic impacts generated by the proposed
project will be mitigated by improvements to South Road and its intersection with
the Hawaii Belt Road. South Road will be improved to County dedicable
standards and a channelized intersection will be provided at the Hawaii Belt
Road.
h. Proposed on-site and off-site infrastructure: Drainage and water
improvements will meet with the requirements of the Department of Public Works
and the Department of Water Supply, respectively.
8. CONFORMANCE WITH STATE/COUNTY PLANS
2. State Land Use designation: The State Land Use designation of the
subject property is Agriculture.
3. Applicable goals/policies and objectives of the General Plan: The
proposed development would be consistent with the following goals, policies,
standards and courses of action of the General Plan.
Housing Element
Attain safe, sanitary, and livable housing for the residents of the County of
Hawaii.
Attain a diversity of socio-economic housing mix throughout the different
parts of the County.
Develop better places to live in Hawaii County by creating viable
communities with decent housing and suitable living environments for our
people.
Seek sufficient production of new affordable rental and fee-simple housing
in the County in a variety of sizes to satisfactorily accommodate the needs
and desires of families and individuals.
Ensure that housing is available to all persons regardless of age, sex,
marital status, ethnic background, and income.
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The County shall encourage corporations and nonprofit organizations to
participate in Federal programs to provide new and rehabilitated housing
for low and moderate income households.
The County shall work with, encourage and support the private sector
efforts in the provision of affordable housing.
Land Use Element
Designate and allocate land uses in appropriate proportions and mix and in
keeping with the social, cultural, and physical environments of the County.
Zone urban- and rural- types of uses in areas with ease of access to
community services and employment centers and with adequate public
utilities and facilities.
The County shall encourage the development and maintenance of
communities meeting the needs of its residents in balance with the physical
and social environment.
Zoning requests shall be reviewed with respect to General Plan designation,
district goals, regional plans, State Land Use District, compatibility with
adjacent zoned uses, availability of public services and utilities, access and
public need.
Single-Family Residential Element
To maximize choices of single-family residential lots and/or housing for
residents of the County.
To ensure compatible uses within and adjacent to single-family residential
zoned areas.
To provide single-family residential areas conveniently located to public and
private services, shopping, other community activities and convenient access
to employment centers.
The County shall incorporate reasonable flexibility in codes and ordinances
to achieve a diversity of socio-economic housing mix and to permit aesthetic
balance between single-family residential structures and open spaces.
Areas shall have basic improvements and amenities necessary for
immediate use.
4. General Plan designation: The General Plan Land Use Pattern
Allocation Guide (LUPAG) Map designation of the subject area is Low Density
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Urban. This designation allows single family residential development, ancillary
community and public uses and convenience-types of commercial uses provided the
applicable goals, policies and standards of the General Plan are met.
5. Zoning: The zoning designation for the subject property is Agricultural
1-acre (A-la).
6. Special Management Area (SMA): The subject property is not situated
within the SMA boundary.
C. PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING OF THE
PROPERTY AND SURROUNDING AREA
7. Description of subject property: The subject property is located mauka
of the Hawaii Belt Road and is situated along the south side of South Road,
approximately 450 feet west of its intersection with the Hawaii Belt Road. The
project area is situated in the northwest corner of parcel 3. The site was formerly
cultivated in sugar cane by the former Puna Sugar Company. It has been fallow
since the closure of the sugar company approximately twenty years ago.
8. Lava Hazard Zone: The subject property is in a region where the risk of
volcanic eruption is classified by the United States Geological Survey as Lava
Flow Hazard Zone 3, on a scale of ascending risk from 9 to 1. Less than 20% of
the zone 3 designated area on Mauna Loa has been covered by lava flows in the
last 750 years.
9. Distance from the coastline: The subject property is situated
approximately 5.5 miles from the coastline.
10. Agricultural Lands of Importance to the State of Hawaii (ALISH)
designation: The Agricultural Lands of Importance to the State of Hawaii
(ALT ISH) designation for the project area is "Prime".
11. U.S.D.A. Soil Conservation Service Soil Survey Report soil type: The
soil of the subject area is classified as Olaa silty clay loam, 0 to 10% slopes (OaC),
which consists of well-drained, silty clay loans that formed in volcanic ash.
Permeability is rapid, runoff is slow and the erosion hazard is slight.
12. Land Study Bureau Soil Rating: The Land Study Bureau's Overall
Master Productivity Rating for this area is "C" or "Fair".
13. Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) designation: The FIRM map
designation for the subject area is Zone "X" which is considered to be outside the
500-year flood plain.
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14. Existing drainage ways or improvements: There are no existing
drainage ways or improvements on the subject property. The applicant will
comply with the requirements of the Department of Public Works to handle all
development generated runoff on site.
15. Air/noise/water quality: The proposed project will have little or no
impact on the air, noise or water quality of the surrounding area.
16. Existing archaeological, cultural or historic sites on National Register
or Hawaii Register: An Archaeological Field Inspection of TMK: 3-1-17: 3 was
conducted by Paul H. Rosendahl, PhD., Inc. on January 27, 1992. The inspection
report states, in part, "The survey confirmed that the entire project area has been
modified by cane cultivation and consists exclusively of abandoned sugar cane
land. During the present survey, no archaeological sites were located. Based on
the fmdings of the background research and the negative results of the field
inspection, no further archaeological work is recommended for the project area."
17. Existing floral/faunal resources: No known threatened, endangered or
candidate plant or animal species are present on the project site. The existing
vegetation consists of grasses and shrubs that are typical of fallow sugar cane land
in the area.
18. Scenic or coastal resources: No scenic or coastal resources will be
affected by the proposed project.
19. Social settlement pattern for the area: The project area is situated in
Kurtistown which includes single family residences along both sides of the Hawaii
Belt Road, convenience store, gas station, churches and a County park. The
general character of the surrounding community is a mixture of residential and
agricultural activities in a rural setting.
20. Surrounding land use and zoning: The surrounding property to the
east and south of the project area is part of the proposed Kurtistown Heights
Subdivision which will be developed into one acre residential-agricultural parcels.
Vacant agricultural land is situated to the west and a single family dwelling is
situated north of the project area.
D. PUBLIC FACILITIES AND SERVICES
21. Description of access: Access to the project will be from South Road.
South Road will be improved to County dedicable standards and a channelized
intersection will be provided at the Hawaii Belt Road.
22. Availability of water: Water can be made available to the subject site
from an existing 8-inch waterline along the Hawaii Belt Road.
23. Sewage disposal: Each of the single family dwellings will install an
individual wastewater system meeting with the approval of the State Department
of Health.
24. Other utilities and services: Electricity and telephone are available to
the subject property. A fire station and police substation are located in Keaau,
approximately two miles away.
E. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND ANALYSIS
25. Relationship between local short term uses of environment and
maintenance and enhancement of long term productivity: The subject property
has remained fallow for approximately twenty years since the close of the Puna
Sugar Company. As such, the property has not been in productive use since the
close of sugar operations. The proposed single family residential zoning and
accompanying site improvements will enhance the long term productivity of the
property for uses consistent with the General Plan Low Density Urban
designation.
26. Mitigative measures proposed to avoid, minimize, rectify or reduce
impact: The nature and scale of the proposed project is such that no significant
environmental effects are anticipated. Potential impacts, if any, can be mitigated
through normal and sensible construction methods and compliance with all
governmental requirements including those of the State Department of Health,
State Department of Transportation and the Department of Public Works.
27. Alternatives to the proposed development: The no action alternative
would maintain the status quo with the ultimate development of the area into one
acre agricultural-residential parcels.
28. Irreversible and irretrievable commitments of natural resources that
would be involved if proposed action is implemented: The proposed project will
result in the loss of approximately 5.33 acres of azricultural land for single family
residential uses. As stated previously, however, the project area has not been
utilized since the close of sugar operations approximately twenty years ago. There
are other agricultural lands of similar soil quality in the surrounding area that
are also underutilized. The commitment of the project area to non-agricultural
uses was previously made with the General Plan's Land Use Pattern Allocation
Guide Map (LUPAG) designation of Low Density Urban. The proposed single
family residential zoning and accompanying site improvements will enhance the
long term productivity of the property for uses consistent with the General Plan
Low Density Urban designation.
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The Hawaii Island Community Development Corporation is a private noj fWOFA corporation. It
is tax exempt under section 501(c)3 of the IRS code. It purpose is to construct how for low and
moderate income families on"the island of Hawaii.
HICDC has been active since 1991 and has primarily-been involved in self-help housing. Over
the past seven year HICDC has completed 72 homes on the island, including 20 homes in the
Keaau Loop area and another 8 homes in Pepeekeo.
The self-help method used is one where groups of families band together to construction their
homes in a mutual help approach. Each family works as part of the group to build all of the
homes, all homes are developed together, and all families move into their homes at the same
time. The approach is efficient and builds substantial bonds between the families as they have
shared a major strenuous common experience.
The families typically work sun up to sun down during the weekends and after work hours during
the week. During this period the families do all of the carpentry, general labor, painting, and
finish carpentry. HICDC provides a construction supervisor as well as help in qualifying for the
loans. The foundations, electrical, plumbing, septic system, driveway, carpeting and gutters are
contracted out. The families work hard over an 8-12 month period and are rewarded with brand
new homes where many thought they would never the able to afford home ownership.
In addition to self help housing HICDC is developing a 30 unit elderly rental project in Kailua-
Kona and is starting a 20 unit elderly project is Keaau in conjunction with another non-profit, the
Big Island Housing Foundation.
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HONOLULU. HAWAII 98809
August 27, 1998
LD-NAV Ref.:REZ9819.RCO
Honorable Virginia Goldstein
Planning Director a
County of Hawaii
Planning Department .
25 Aupuni Street, Room 109
Hilo, Hawaii 96720-4252
Dear Ms. Goldstein: -
SUBJECT: Review : State Lard Use District Boundary
Amendment & Change of Zone Applicatiof),~ T.';
File No. : REZ 98-19
Applicant: Hawaii Island Community Development
Corporation
Request : A-la to RS-10
Location : Kurtistown Heights Subdivision
Puna, Hawaii
TMK • 3rd/ 1-7-017: Portion of parcel 03
Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on the
subject Change of Zone application.
Our Engineering Branch has informed us that the proposed
project site is located in zone X. This is an area outside the
500-year flood plain. Our current projects are not effected by the
proposed project.
The Department of Land and Natural Resources has no other
comments to offer on the subject matter at this time. Should you
have any questions, please contact Nick Vaccaro of the Land
Division at 1-808-587-0438.
Very truly yours,
it-DEAN Y. UCHIDA
I Administrator
c: Hawaii Land Board Member
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BENJAMIN J. CAVETANO MICHAEL O. VALSON, CNANl9LLOR
GOVERNOR Of HAWNI .S A' BOARD OF RAND AND NATURAL AESOURCES
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August 27, 1998 IOSTOMC /RESONATION
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MEMORANDUM LOG NO: 22065
DOC NO: 9808ms08
TO: VIRGINIA GOLDSTEIN, Planning Director
County of Hawaii
FROM: DON HIBBARD, Administrator
State Historic Preservation Division
SUBJECT: /"State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (SLU 98-005)
Request: Agricultural to Urban Change of Zone Application
(REZ 98-019) Request: A-1a to RS-10 Applicant:
Hawaii Island Community Development Corporation
Keaau, Puna, Hawaii Island
TMK: (3)1-7-017: 003 (portion)
This is in response to your July 30, 1998, memo requesting our comments on the proposed
state land boundary amendment application and change of zone application.
The subject parcel is old sugarcane land. A field inspection was made of the subject parcel in
January, 1992, by Paul H. Rosendahl, Ph.D., Inc. This visit confirmed that the parcel had been
used as sugarcane crop land, and there were no significant historic sites present. Based upon
this information, we believe that the proposed boundary amendment and change of zone will
have "no effect" on significant historic sites. If you have further questions please call Patrick
McCoy at 587-0006 (Honolulu), or Marc Smith at 933-0482 (Hilo).
MS:amk
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
COUNTY OF HAWAII
HILO, HAWAII
~y DATE : August 13, 1998 _
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SUBJECT: CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION (REZ 98-19)
STATE LAND USE BOUNDARY AMENDMENT (SLU 98-5)
Applicant: HICDC
TMK: 3 / 1-7-17: por. 3
We have reviewed the subject application and our comments are as follows:
1. All our comments concerning COZ Ordinance No. 92-123/97-65 and Subdivision
No. 93-7 apply. Besides these comments and based on the proposed zoning, the
applicant should provide concrete curbs, gutters and sidewalks for all proposed
roadways, meeting with the approval of the DPW.
2. Wastewater disposal shall meet the rules and regulations of the Department of
Health.
3. The Hawaii Belt Highway, fronting the subject property, is under the jurisdiction of
the Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT). Comments and requirements
concerning this road should be directed to the HDOT.
Should there be any questions concerning this matter, please feel free to contact Casey
Yanagihara in our Engineering Division at Ext. 8327.
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Stephen K. Yamashiro Fire Chief
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August 5, 1998 i_
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To: Virginia Goldstein, Planning Director
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From: Nelson M. Tsuji, Fire Chief Lo
SUBJECT: STATE LAND USE BOUNDARY AMENDMENT APPLICATION
(SLU 98-005)
REQUEST: AGRICULTURAL TO URBAN
CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION (REZ 98-019)
REQUEST: A-la TO RS-10
APPLICANT: HAWAII ISLAND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION (HICDC)
TAX MAP KEY: 1-7-17: PORTION OF 3
Fire apparatus access roads shall be in accordance with UFC
Section 10.207:
"Fire Apparatus Access Roads
"Sec. 10.207. (a) General. Fire apparatus access roads
shall be provided and maintained in accordance with the
provisions of this section.
"(b) Where Required. Fire apparatus access roads shall be
required for every building hereafter constructed when any
portion of an exterior wall of the first story is located
more than 150 feet from fire department vehicle access as
measured by an unobstructed route around the exterior of the
building.
"EXCEPTIONS: 1. When buildings are completely
protected with an approved automatic fire sprinkler
system, the provisions of this section may be modified.
"2. When access roadways cannot be installed due to
topography, waterways, nonnegotiable grades or other
similar conditions, the chief may require additional
fire protection as specified in Section 10.301 (b).
EXHIBIT
To: Virginia Goldstein, Planning Director
Page 2
August 5, 1998
113. When there are not more than two Group R, Division
3 or Group M Occupancies, the requirements of this
section may be modified, 'provided, in the opinion of
the chief, fire-fighting or rescue operations would not
be impaired.
"More than one fire apparatus road may be required when it is
determined by the chief that access by a single road may be
impaired by vehicle congestion, condition of terrain,
climatic conditions or other factors that could limit access.
"For high-piled combustible storage, see Section 81.109.
"(c) Width. The unobstructed width of a fire apparatus
access road shall meet the requirements of the appropriate
county jurisdiction.
"(d) Vertical Clearance. Fire apparatus access roads shall
have an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 13
feet 6 inches.
"EXCEPTION: Upon approval vertical clearance may be
reduced, provided such reduction does not impair access
by fire apparatus and approved signs are installed and
maintained indicating the established vertical
clearance.
"(e) Permissible Modifications. Vertical clearances or
widths required by this section may be increased when, in the
opinion of the chief, vertical clearances or widths are not
adequate to provide fire apparatus access.
"(f) Surface. Fire apparatus access roads shall be designed
and maintained to support the imposed loads of fire apparatus
and shall be provided with a surface so as to provide all-
weather driving capabilities." (20 tons)
11(g) Turning Radius. The turning radius of a fire apparatus
access road shall be as approved by the chief." (45 feet)
"(h) Turnarounds. All dead-end fire apparatus access roads
in excess of 150. feet in length shall be provided with
approved provisions for the turning around of fire apparatus.
To: Virginia Goldstein, Planning Director
Page 3
August 5, 1998
"(i) Bridges. When a bridge is required to be used as
access under this section, it shall be constructed and
maintained in accordance with the applicable sections of the
Building Code and using designed live loading sufficient to
carry the imposed loads of fire apparatus.
"(j) Grade. The gradient for a fire apparatus access road
shall not exceed the maximum approved by the chief." (15%)
"(k) Obstruction. The required width of any fire apparatus
access road shall not be obstructed in any manner, including
parking of vehicles. Minimum required widths and clearances
established under this section shall be maintained at all
times.
11(1) Signs. When required by the fire chief, approved signs
or other approved notices shall be provided and maintained
for fire apparatus access roads to identify such roads and
prohibit the obstruction thereof or both."
Water supply shall be in accordance with UFC Section 10.301:
"Sec. 10.301. (a) Type Required. The chief shall designate
the type and number of fire appliances to be installed and
maintained in and upon all buildings and premises in the
jurisdiction other than private dwellings. This shall be
done according to the relative severity of probable fire,
including the rapidity with which it may spread. Such
appliances shall be of a type suitable for the probable class
of fire associated with such building or premises and shall
have approval of the chief.
"(b) Special Hazards. In occupancies of an especially
hazardous nature or where special hazards exist in addition
to the normal hazard of the occupancy, or where access for
fire apparatus is unduly difficult, additional safeguards may
be required consisting of additional fire appliance units,
more than one type of appliance, or special systems suitable
for the protection of the hazard involved. Such devices or
appliances may consist of automatic fire alarm systems,
automatic sprinkler or water spray systems, standpipe and
hose, fixed or portable fire extinguishers, suitable asbestos
blankets, breathing apparatus, manual or automatic covers,
carbon dioxide, foam, halogenated and dry chemical or other
special fire-extinguishing systems. Where such systems are
installed, they shall be in accordance with the applicable
Uniform Fire Code Standards or standards of the National Fire
Protection Association when Uniform Fire Code Standards do
not apply.
To: Virginia Goldstein, Planning Director
Page 4
August 5, 1998
1'(c) Water Supply. An approved water supply capable of
supplying required fire flow for fire protection shall be
provided to all premises upon which buildings or portions of
buildings are hereafter constructed, in accordance with the
respective county water requirements. There shall be
provided, when required by the chief, on-site fire hydrants
and mains capable of supplying the required fire flow.
"Water supply may consist of reservoirs, pressure tanks,
elevated tanks, water mains or other fixed systems capable of
providing the required fire flow.
"The location, number and type of fire hydrants connected to
a water supply capable of delivering the required fire flow
shall be protected as set forth by the respective county
water requirements. All hydrants shall be accessible to the
fire department apparatus by roadways meeting the
requirements of Section 10.207.
"(d) Fire Hydrant Markers. When required by the chief,
hydrant locations shall be identified by the installation of
reflective markers.
"(e) Timing of Installation. When fire protection
facilities are to be installed by the developer, such
facilities including all surface access roads shall be
installed and made serviceable prior to and during the time
of construction. When alternate methods of protection, as
approved by the chief, are provided, the above may be
modified or waived.
"(f) All fire alarm systems, fire hydrant systems, fire
extinguishing systems (including automatic sprinklers), Class
I, II, III (combination standpipe system) and combined
systems, basement inlet pipes, and other fire protection
systems and appurtenances thereto shall meet the approval of
the fire department as to installation and location and shall
be subject to periodic tests as required herein. Plans and
specifications shall be submitted to the fire department for
review and approval prior to installation."
Premises identification shall be in accordance with UFC Section
10.208:
"sec. 10-208. (a) General. Approved numbers or addresses
shall be placed on all new existing buildings in such a
position as to be plainly visible and legible from the street
or road fronting the property. Said numbers shall contrast
with their background.
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To: Virginia Goldstein, Planning Director
Page 5
August 5, 1996
"(b) Street or Road Signs. When required by the chief, a
street or road shall be identified with approved signs."
NELSON M.~I5f1J y
Fire Chief
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DEPARTMENT OF WATER SUPPLY COUNTY OF HAWAII
25 AUPUNI STREET • HILO. HAWAII 96720
kilt" - TELEPHONE (808) 961.8660 FAX (808) 961-8657
August 17. 1998
T0: Planning Department
FROM: Milton D. Pavao. Manager
SUBJECT: STATE LAND USE BOUNDARY AMENDMENT APPLICATION NO. 98-005
REQUEST: AGRICULTURAL TO URBAN
CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION NO. 98-019
REQUEST: A-la TO RS-10
APPLICANT - HAWAII ISLAND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (HICDC)
TAX MAP KEY 1-7-017:PORTION OF 003
We have reviewed the subject applications and have the following comments.
J .Ir ,
Please be informed that tentative approval of the preliminary plat map for
subdivision application Nos. 89-118 and 93-7 were granted on October 4. 1989 and
February 10. 1993, respectively, and are maintained in our active files.
Therefore, we request a determination be made by your Department to the
relationship of the two (2) active subdivision applications with respect to the
subject requests. and forward the determination to this office for our review.
Upon completion of our review, we will submit our comments and requirements.
M lton D. Pavao, P.E.
Manager
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DEPARTMENT OF WATER SUPPLY • COUNTY OF HAWAII
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25 AUPUNI STREET • HILO, HAWAII 96720
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TELEPHONE (808) 961-8660 FAX (808) 961-8657
September 14, 1998
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TO: Planning Department
FROM: Milton D. Pavao, Manager
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SUBJECT: CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION NO. 98-019
APPLICANT: HAWAII ISLAND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (HICDC)
TAX MAP KEY 1-7-017:POR. 003
We have reviewed the subject application and have the following comments.
Based on the prevailing water situation in the area, water can be made available
from an 8-inch waterline along the Volcano Highway.
For your information, Parcel 3r in its entirety, has an existing water commitment
for 39 units of water through subdivision application No. 93-007 until
March 31. 1999. This application proposed a 40-lot subdivision. The subject
application. encompassing only a portion of this parcel, is proposing a 20-lot
subdivision. Therefore, in order to keep an accurate accounting of the required
water commitment deposits, this Department is requesting that HICDC secure 14
additional commitments through the subject application and use 6 commitments from
subdivision application No. 93-007. In this way. 33 commitments will be assigned
to the remainder portion of Parcel 3 such that the current proposed 34-lot
subdivision can be completed.
Therefore, through a copy of this letter, the applicant, (HICDC) is being
requested to remit $2,100.00 as soon as possible so that a water commitment may be
formally issued for 14 additional units of water. The commitment will be in
writing with specific conditions and-effective dates stated. Please keep in mind
that this letter shall not be construed as a water commitment. In other words,
unless a water commitment is officially effectuated, water availability is subject
to change depending on the water situation.
Further, the applicant is being informed that should a subdivision application be
filed subsequent to this application, final subdivision approval is contingent on
the following requirements:
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September 14, 1998
1. Construct water system improvements, which shall include, but not be limited
to:
a. 500 feet of 6-inch waterline extension from the existing 8-inch
waterline in the Volcano Highway to the North-South Road of the
proposed subdivision,
b. water mains within the proposed subdivision capable of delivering
water at adequate pressure and volume under peak-flow and fire-flow
conditions: minimum diameter of mains shall be 6 inches.
C. service laterals that will accommodate 5/8-inch meters to each lot,
and
d. fire hydrants spaced not more than 600 feet apart and within 300 feet
of each lot.
Submit installations plans prepared by a professional engineer, registered
in the State of Hawaii, for review and approval.
2. Remit the prevailing facilities charge balance, which is subject to change,
of $67,500.00. This is due and payable upon completion of the required
water system improvements and prior to final subdivision approval being
granted.
3. Submit the appropriate documents. properly prepared and executed, to convey
the water system improvements and necessary easements to the Water
Commission of the County of Hawaii. A registered land surveyor shall stamp
and certify the metes and bounds description within the conveyance
documents. Conveyance of the improvements and easements is required prior
to water service being granted.
4.-- Comply with all other applicable policies and requirements of the
Department's Rules and Regulations. Noncompliance may be cause for voiding
this water commitment, at which time availability will be subject to change
in accordance with prevailing water system conditions, policies, and Rules
and Regulations.
Planning Department
Page 3
September 14, 1998
Should there be any questions, please contact.our Water Resources and Planning
Branch at 961-8660.
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Milton D. Pavao, P.E.
Manager
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copy - Hawaii Island Community Development Corporation (HICDC)
Mr. Vern Yamanaka
Inaba Engineering, Inc.
Mr. Brian Nishimura
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P.O. 206
Keaau, HIx 96720 IG(F ~i'I rn 2 V$
August 19, 1998
Mr. Kevin M. Balog
Chairman
Planning Commission
County of Hawaii
SUBJECT: State Land Use Boundary Amendment and Change of Zone
Application
Hawaii Island Community Development Corporation (HICDC)
Tax Map Key: 1-7-17: Portion of 3
Dear Mr. Balog:
Please accept this letter as our written testimony objecting
to the proposed change of the State Land Use boundary amendment
request from Agriculture to Urban and the change of zone request
from Agricultural - 1 acre to Single - Family Residential 10,000
by HICDC for the subject property.
It is our belief that the present Agricultural - 1 acre zoning
granted to the current landowners a few years ago is appropriate
for this area. We strongly feel that approval of HICDC's proposed
land use amendment and change of zoning will be very detrimental
to the rural life style practiced and enjoyed by present area
residents like ourselves. This area is rural - NOT URBAN.
While the intent of HICDC's proposal may have some merit, the
project does not belong in this area.
Thank you,
Tadasi JTom~aa3-
Akiyo Tomonaga
17-4024 South Road
Kurtistown, HI
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HAWAII ISLAND COMMUNI a i( DEVELOPMENT CORPORATiyN
99 AUPUNI STREET, SUITE 104• HILO, HAWAII 96720
July 16, 1998
COUNCIL COPY Y,
Ms. Virginia Goldstein DO NOT REMOVE 1.7 11 12 1
Planning Director
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
Subject: State Land Use Boundary Amendment and Change of Zone Application
Kurtistown Mutual Self Help Subdivision
Kurtistown, Puna, Island of Hawaii
Tax Map Key: 1-7-17: portion of 03
Dear Ms. Goldstein:
Enclosed is the change of zone application for our next mutual self help housing project on the
east side of the island. More specifically, the following are attached:
1) Filing Fee of $1,200.00 made payable to the County Director of Finance.
2) Original and 20 copies of the State Land Use Boundary Amendment application form.
3) Original and 20 copies of the Change of Zone application form and questionnaire.
4) Original and 20 copies of the location map.
5) Original and 20 copies of the site plan.
6) One full size copy of the site plan.
7) A list of names, addresses and tax map keys of all owners and leases of record of the
surrounding properties who are required to receive notice.
8) Certificate of clearance from the Director of Finance that the real property taxes and all
other fees relating to the subject property have been paid.
Please contact me if you or your staff have any questions concerning these applications.
Sincerely Yours,
~W;u
Keith H. Kato
Executive Director
AN EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY
-EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER-
ADMINISTRATION: (8081969-1158 FAX 18081 935-6916 CONSTRUCTION: (8081935-0443
COuATY OF HAWAII PLANNING DEPtiRTMENT
APPLICATION FOR STATE LAND USE BOUNDARY AMENDMENT
(15 ACRES OR LESS)
APPLICANT: Havaii Island Community Development Corporation (HICDC)
APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE:
MAILING ADDRESS: 99 Aupuni Street Suite 104
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
TELEPHONE: (BUS) (808) 969-1158 (HOME)
LANDOWNER: Kurtistovn Heigbts Subdivisinn
LANDOWNER'S SIGNATURE: A letter vill be provided
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TAX MAP KEY: (3) 1-7-17- pn, pf 3 j~
LAND AREA: 5.33 acres
CURRENT STATE LAND USE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION: Agriculture
REQUESTED STATE LAND USE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION: Urban
THE APPLICANT SHALL SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING:
A. Non-refundable filing and processing fee of two hundred dollars.
B. Original and fifteen copies of:
1. Application form.
2. Location map.
3. Preliminary site plan, drawn to scale, with all existing
and proposed structures and improvements shown thereon.
4. Reasons for the requested change and written description of
the property and proposed development, including but not
limited to:
a. The extent to which the proposed reclassification
conforms to the applicable goals, policies, standards,
and courses of action of the General Plan and
implementing ordinances, plans and documents; and
b. The extent to which the proposed reclassification
conforms to the applicable district standards.
C. A minimum 2-foot by 3-foot presentation map requested under B.3,
above.
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PD 2/26/87
COUNTY OF HAWAII
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATIONP ,Pi`.
(Type or legibly print the requested information)
APPLICANT: Hawaii Island community Development corporation (HICDC)
APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE: DATE: '714Wfe
ADDRESS: 99 Aupuni street suite 104
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
LIST APPLICANT'S INTEREST IF NOT OWNER: Has -Property Purchase Agreement-
with the owner.
LIST PRINCIPAL(S) INCLUDING NAMES OF MAIN OFFICERS:
Keith Kato, Executive Director
PHONE:(Bus.) (808) 969-1158 (Res.) (Fax) (808) 935-6916
LANDOWNER(S): Kurtistovn Heights Subdivision
LANDOWNER SIGNATURE(S): A letter will be provided DATE:
(May be by letter)
LANDOWNER(S) ADDRESS: 1266 Kamehameha Street, Hilo, HI. 96720
REQUEST: Agricultural- I acre (A-la) To Single Family Residential 10,000 (RS-10)
(Existing zoning) (Proposed Zoning)
TAX MAP KEY: (3) 1-7-17: nor. of 3
STREET ADDRESS OF PROPERTY:
SIZE OF PROPERTY OR AFFECTED AREA(S) TO BE REZONED:_5 - 33 acres
AGENT: Brian T. Nishimura, Planning Consultant
ADDRESS: 101 Aununi St. Suite 217
Hilo Hawaii 96720
TELEPHONE:(Bus.) (Rag) 935-7692 (Res.) (808) -935-7486 (Fax) ( 808) 935-6126
Please indicate to whom original correspondence and copies should be sent.
ORIGINAL: Applicant COPIES: Agent
(See Instructions on Reverse Side)
ATTACHMENT
Residential Rezoning
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
COUNTY OF HAWAII
APPLICATION FOR CHANGE OF ZONE
1. If your request is approved, do you intend to subdiviae
the subject land in accordance with the approved change
of zone? Yes
If yes, please answer the rest of question 1 and then to
question 3.
a. How many acres of the requested area do you intend to
subdivide? 5.33
b. Into what lot sizes? minimum of 10,000 s;. ft.
C. If your request is approved, approximately how long
after the date of approval do you expect to suomit
your subdivision plans to the Planning Department
for preliminary approval? immediately
d. Do you intend to build houses on the newly created
lots? Yes
If yes, please answer the following questions:
On how many of those lots? All (20 lots)
At wnat approximate price range? House
Lots
Total less than $120,000
Approximately how long, after approval of
the subdivision, would the first house De
available for occupancy? 8 months
If you intend to subdivide, please submit a
preliminary schematic subdivision plan together
with your change of zone application form.
2. If you have no firm plans of subdividing the subject area,
do you intend to:
a. Sell or lease the land to someone who nas firm
plans?
b. Sell or lease the land to someone who has tentative
plans?
C. Sell or lease the land to someone who nas no plans?
d. Keep it?
e. Other (please state)
f. If you intend to do either a, b, or c, please elaborate
on the kind of plans the other party has. Please, also,
include in your answer approximately now soon after
approval of your rezoning do you expect to transfer the
subject land to another party.
3. Do you think that your request and your further plans
for the land will alleviate the local housing situation? Yes
How? The mutual self-help housing program will provide home
ownership opportunities for 20 families in the low and very
low income categories. There are literally thousands of
families within the County of Hawaii who qualify for the program
given their income levels. The mutual self-help housing
program may be the only opportunity for these families to own
a home.
4. Are tnere any buildings on the subiect area? No
If so, what kind?
what do you intend to do with those buildings if your
request is approved?
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5. Is the subject land currently being used for any
agricultural activitity? No
If so, please list the kinds of products grown and on
how many square feet or acres of land per product.
6. To your knowledge, has there been any flooding and/or
drainage problem on the suoject area? No
if so, please describe the problem.
7. Do you think that the roads leading to the suoject area
needs improvement? Yes
If so, what kind? The land owners plan to improve South Road
to County dedicable standards and a channelized intersection
at the Hawaii Belt Road will also be provided.
Is the road adequate for the proposed traffic volume
or load? With the proposed improvements, yes.
8. What sort of governmental assistance and/or improvements
do you feel will oe needed in the subject area when
developed-
Yes No
a. Schools %
b. Roads % see above
c. Sewer %
d. Drainage %
e. Police Protection x
-3-
4 0
yes No
f. Fire Protection %
g. Recreational Facilities 3
h. Public Utilities %
i. Other
For those checked "yes," please elaborate what type or kinds of
improvements and/or assistance are needed.
Signature:
Keith Kato, Executive Director
Address: 99 Aupuni St. Suite 104
Telephone: (808)969-1158
Date:
-4-
6337A/5OA
P.D. 5/84
Hawaii Island Community Development Corporation (HICDC)
STATE LAND USE BOUNDARY AMENDMENT (Less than 15 acres)/CHANGE
Or ZONE APPLICATION
BACKGROUND AND COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL REPORT
Tax Map Key: 1-7-17: por. of 3
Was Reservation Lots, Keaau, Puna, Hawaii Island
A. SUBJECT REQUEST
1. Details of the Proposed Development
a. Requested action: The applicant, Hawaii Island Community
Development Corporation (HICDC) is requesting a State Land Use boundary
amendment and change of zone for approximately 5.33 acres of land (in the
northwest corner of parcel 3) at Olaa Reservation Lots, Keaau, Puna, Hawaii,
TMK: 1-7-17: por. of 3. The State Land Use boundary amendment request is from
Agriculture to Urban and the change of zone request is from Agricultural-1 acre
(A-1a) to Single-Family Residential 10,000 (RS-10). The property is located
along the south side of South Road, approximately 450 feet west of its intersection
with the Hawaii Belt Road.
b. Project description: The HICDC plans to purchase twenty (20)
finished single family residential parcels from Kurtistown Heights Subdivision.
These parcels will have a minimum lot size of 10,000 square feet and will be
utilized to develop a mutual self-help housing project. The mutual self-help
housing project will provide home ownership opportunities for twenty families in
the low and very low income categories who are willing to provide physical effort
in the building of their homes.
c. Statement of objectives and reasons for the request: The HICDC
has been actively involved in self-help housing over the past seven years and has
completed 64 homes in that time. The HICDC utilizes the U.S. Department of
Agriculture's Rural Development 502 program which allows 100 percent financing
with no down payment required. This together with subsidized interest rates
down to as low as 1% makes this program one of the very few that provide home
ownership opportunities for low and very low income families. There are literally
thousands of families within the County of Hawaii who qualify for the program
given their income levels. The proposed twenty unit Kurtistown Mutual Self-Help
Housing Project is intended to help address this need.
d. Number of acres: Approximately 5.33 acres of land will be utilized
for the proposed project.
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e. Number of units: The proposed project will create twenty single
family residential lots each with a minimum land area of 10,000 square feet.
f. Timeframe and cost: The estimated time frame for developing the
twenty single family residential lots is six months from the date of approval of the
subject request. The single family dwellings will be developed in two 10 unit
increments each of which will take approximately eight months to complete. The
sales price of the each house and lot will be less than $120,000.
g. Traffic impacts: Any traffic impacts generated by the proposed
project will be mitigated by improvements to South Road and its intersection with
the Hawaii Belt Road. South Road will be improved to County dedicable
standards and a channelized intersection will be provided at the Hawaii Belt
Road.
h. Proposed on-site and off-site infrastructure: Drainage and water
improvements will meet with the requirements of the Department of Public Works
and the Department of Water Supply, respectively.
B. CONFORMANCE WITH STATE/COUNTY PLANS
2. State Land Use designation: The State Land Use designation of the
subject property is Agriculture.
3. Applicable goals/policies and objectives of the General Plan: The
proposed development would be consistent with the following goals, policies,
standards and courses of action of the General Plan.
Housing Element
* Attain safe, sanitary, and livable housing for the residents of the County of
Hawaii.
* Attain a diversity of socio-economic housing mix throughout the different
parts of the County.
* Develop better places to live in Hawaii County by creating viable
communities with decent housing and suitable living environments for our
people.
* Seek sufficient production of new affordable rental and fee-simple housing
in the County in a variety of sizes to satisfactorily accommodate the needs
and desires of families and individuals.
* Ensure that housing is available to all persons regardless of age, sex,
marital status, ethnic background, and income.
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The County shall encourage corporations and nonprofit organizations to
participate in Federal programs to provide new and rehabilitated housing
for low and moderate income households.
` The County shall work with, encourage and support the private sector
efforts in the provision of affordable housing.
Land Use Element
Designate and allocate land uses in appropriate proportions and mix and in
keeping with the social, cultural, and physical environments of the County.
" Zone urban- and rural- types of uses in areas with ease of access to
community services and employment centers and with adequate public
utilities and facilities.
* The County shall encourage the development and maintenance of
communities meeting the needs of its residents in balance with the physical
and social environment.
* Zoning requests shall be reviewed with respect to General Plan designation,
district goals, regional plans, State Land Use District, compatibility with
adjacent zoned uses, availability of public services and utilities, access and
public need.
Single-Family Residential Element
" To maximize choices of single-family residential lots and/or housing for
residents of the County.
* To ensure compatible uses within and adjacent to single-family residential
zoned areas.
* To provide single-family residential areas conveniently located to public and
private services, shopping, other community activities and convenient access
to employment centers.
The County shall incorporate reasonable flexibility in codes and ordinances
to achieve a diversity of socio-economic housing mix and to permit aesthetic
balance between single-family residential structures and open spaces.
* Areas shall have basic improvements and amenities necessary for
immediate use.
4. General Plan designation: The General Plan Land Use Pattern
Allocation Guide (LUPAG) Map designation of the subject area is Low Density
Urban. This designation allows single family residential development, ancillary
community and public uses and convenience-types of commercial uses provided. the
applicable goals, policies and standards of the General Plan are met.
5. Zoning: The zoning designation for the subject property is Agricultural
1-acre (A-la).
6. Special Management Area (SMA): The subject property is not situated
within the SMA boundary.
C. PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING OF 'THE
PROPERTY AND SURROUNDING AREA
7. Description of subject property: The subject property is located mauka
of the Hawaii Belt Road and is situated along the south side of South Road,
approximately 450 feet west of its intersection with the Hawaii Belt Road. The
project area is situated in the northwest corner of parcel 3. The site was formerly
cultivated in sugar cane by the former Puna Sugar Company. It has been fallow
since the closure of the sugar company approximately twenty years ago.
8. Lava Hazard Zone: The subject property is in a region where the risk of
volcanic eruption is classified by the United States Geological Survey as Lava
Flow Hazard Zone 3, on a scale of ascending risk from 9 to 1. Less than 20% of
the zone 3 designated area on Mauna Loa has been covered by lava flows in the
last 750 years.
9. Distance from the coastline: The subject property is situated
approximately 5.5 miles from the coastline.
10. Agricultural Lands of Importance to the State of Hawaii (ALISH)
designation: The Agricultural Lands of Importance to the State of Hawaii
(ALISH) designation for the project area is "Prime".
11. U.S.D.A. Soil Conservation Service Soil Survey Report soil type: The
soil of the subject area is classified as Olaa silty clay loam, 0 to 10% slopes (OaQ,
which consists of well-drained, silty clay loams that formed in volcanic ash.
Permeability is rapid, runoff is slow and the erosion hazard is slight.
12. Land Study Bureau Soil Rating: The Land Study Bureau's Overall
Master Productivity Rating for this area is "C" or "Fair".
13. Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) designation: The FIRM map
designation for the subject area is Zone "X" which is considered to be outside the
500-year flood plain.
14. Existing drainage ways or improvements: There are no existing
drainage ways or improvements on the subject property. The applicant will
comply with the requirements of the Department of Public Works to handle all
development generated runoff on site.
15. Air/noise/water quality: The proposed project will have little or no
impact on the air, noise or water quality of the surrounding area.
16. Existing archaeological, cultural or historic sites on National Register
or Hawaii Register: An Archaeological Field Inspection of TMR 3-1-17: 3 was
conducted by Paul H. Rosendahl, PhD., Inc. on January 27, 1992. The inspection
report states, in part, "The survey confirmed that the entire project area has been
modified by cane cultivation and consists exclusively of abandoned sugar cane
land. During the present survey, no archaeological sites were located. Based on
the findings of the background research and the negative results of the field
inspection, no further archaeological work is recommended for the project area."
17. Existing floral/faunal resources: No known threatened, endangered or
candidate plant or animal species are present on the project site. The existing
vegetation consists of grasses and shrubs that are typical of fallow sugar cane ]land
in the area.
18. Scenic or coastal resources: No scenic or coastal resources will be
affected by the proposed project.
19. Social settlement pattern for the area: The project area is situated in
Kurtistown which includes single family residences along both sides of the Hawaii
Belt Road, convenience store, gas station, churches and a County park. The
general character of the surrounding community is a mixture of residential and
agricultural activities in a rural setting.
20. Surrounding land use and zoning: The surrounding property to the
east and south of the project area is part of the proposed Kurtistown Heights
Subdivision which will be developed into one acre residential-agricultural parcels.
Vacant agricultural land is situated to the west and a single family dwelling is
situated north of the project area.
D. PUBLIC FACILITIES AND SERVICES
21. Description of access: Access to the project will be from South Road.
South Road will be improved to County dedicable standards and a channelized
intersection will be provided at the Hawaii Belt Road.
22. Availability of water: Water can be made available to the subject site
from an existing 8-inch waterline along the Hawaii Belt Road.
23. Sewage disposal: Each of the single family dwellings will install an
individual wastewater system meeting with the approval of the State Department
of Health.
24. Other utilities and services: Electricity and telephone are available to
the subject property. A fire station and police substation are located in Keaau,
approximately two miles away.
E. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND ANALYSIS
25. Relationship between local short term uses of environment and
maintenance and enhancement of long term productivity: The subject property
has remained fallow for approximately twenty years since the close of the Puna
Sugar Company. As such, the property has not been in productive use since the
close of sugar operations. The proposed single family residential zoning and
accompanying site improvements will enhance the long term productivity of the
property for uses consistent with the General Plan Low Density Urban
designation.
26. Mitigative measures proposed to avoid, minimize, rectify or reduce
impact: The nature and scale of the proposed project is such that no significant
environmental effects are anticipated. Potential impacts, if any, can be mitigated
through normal and sensible construction methods and compliance with all
governmental requirements including those of the State Department of Health,
State Department of Transportation and the Department of Public Works.
27. Alternatives to the proposed development: The no action alternative.
would maintain the status quo with the ultimate development of the area into one
acre agricultural-residential parcels.
28. Irreversible and irretrievable commitments of natural resources that
would be involved if proposed action is implemented: The proposed project will
result in the loss of approximately 5.33 acres of agriculturai land for single family
residential uses. As stated previously, however, the project area has not been
utilized since the close of sugar operations approximately twenty years ago. There
are other agricultural lands of similar soil quality in the surrounding area that
are also underutilized. The commitment of the project area to non-agricultural
uses was previously made with the General Plan's Land Use Pattern Allocation.
Guide Map (LUPAG) designation of Low Density Urban. The proposed single
family residential zoning and accompanying site improvements will enhance the
long term productivity of the property for uses consistent with the General Plan
Low Density Urban designation.
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DEPARTMENT OF WATER SUPPLY COUNTY OF HAWAII
,4 25 AUPU NI STREET HILO, HAWAII 96720
TELEPHONE (808) 961-8660 FAX (808) 961-8657
September 14. 1998
zTO: Planning Department
FROM: Milton D. Pavao. Manager
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SUBJECT: CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION NO. 98-019 - o
APPLICANT: HAWAII ISLAND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (HICDC)
TAX MAP KEY 1-7-017:POR. 003
We have reviewed the subject application and have the following comments.
Based on the prevailing water situation in the area, water can be made available
from an 8-inch waterline along the Volcano Highway.
For your information, Parcel 3. in its entirety, has an existing water commitment
for 39 units of water through subdivision application No. 93-007 until
March 31. 1999. This application proposed a 40-lot subdivision. The subject
application, encompassing only a portion of this parcel, is proposing a 20-lot
subdivision. Therefore, in order to keep an accurate accounting of the required
water commitment deposits, this Department is requesting that HICDC secure 14
additional commitments through the subject application and use 6 commitments from
subdivision application No. 93-007. In this way, 33 commitments will be assigned
to the remainder portion of Parcel 3 such that the current proposed 34-lot
subdivision can be completed.
Therefore, through a copy of this letter, the applicant, (HICDC) is being
requested to remit $2.100.00 as soon as possible so that a water commitment may be
formally issued for 14 additional units of water. The commitment will be in
writing with specific conditions and effective dates stated. Please keep in mind
that this letter shall not be construed as a water commitment. In other words,
unless a water commitment is officially effectuated, water availability is subject
to change depending on the water situation.
Further, the applicant is being informed that should a subdivision application be
filed subsequent to this application, final subdivision approval is contingent: on
the following requirements:
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September 14, 1998
1. Construct water system improvements, which shall include, but not be limited
to:
a. 500 feet of 6-inch waterline extension from the existing 8-inch
waterline in the Volcano Highway to the North-South Road of the
proposed subdivision,
b. water mains within the proposed subdivision capable of delivering
water at adequate pressure and volume under peak-flow and fire-flow
conditions; minimum diameter of mains shall be 6 inches.
C. service laterals that will accommodate 5/8-inch meters to each lot,
and
d. fire hydrants spaced not more than 600 feet apart and within 300 feet
of each lot.
Submit installations plans prepared by a professional engineer, registered
in the State of Hawaii, for review and approval.
2. Remit the prevailing facilities charge balance, which is subject to change,
of $67,500.00. This is due and payable upon completion of the required
water system improvements and prior to final subdivision approval being
granted.
3. Submit the appropriate documents, properly prepared and executed, to convey
the water system improvements and necessary easements to the Water
Commission of the County of Hawaii. A registered land surveyor shall stamp
and certify the metes and bounds description within the conveyance
documents. Conveyance of the improvements and easements is required prior
to water service being granted.
4. Comply with all other applicable policies and requirements of the
Department's Rules and Regulations. Noncompliance may be cause for voiding
this water commitment, at which time availability will be subject to change
in accordance with prevailing water system conditions, policies, and Rules
and Regulations.
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September 14, 1998
Should there be any questions, please contact our Water Resources and Planning
Branch at 961-8660.
Milton D. Pavao, P.E.
Manager
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copy - Hawaii Island Community Development Corporation (HICDC)
Mr. Vern Yamanaka
Inaba Engineering, Inc.
Mr. Brian Nishimura
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TELEPHONE (808) 961-8660 FAX (808) 961-8657
September 18, 1998
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Hawaii Island Community Development Corporation (HICDC)
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STATE LAND USE BOUNDARY AMENDMENT APPLICATION NO. 98-005
REQUEST: AGRICULTURAL TO URBAN
CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION NO. 98-019
REQUEST: A-la TO RS-10
TAX MAP KEY 1-7-017:PORTION OF 003
This is to acknowledge receipt of the required $2.100.00 water commitment deposit
for the proposed subdivision. We are enclosing receipt No. 184497 for your files.
In accordance with the Department's "Water Commitment Guidelines Policy," a water
commitment for the proposed development in the amount of 8.400 gallons per day or
14 additional units of water at 600 gallons per day per unit is hereby granted
until September 30. 2001.
For your information, should the subject request be approved and a subdivision
application be executed, final subdivision approval will be subject to the
following conditions:
1. Construct necessary water system improvements, which shall include, but not
be limited to:
a. offsite extension of approximately 500 feet of 6-inch waterline from
the existing 8-inch waterline along the Volcano Highway to the North-
South Road of the proposed subdivision,
b. onsite water mains capable of delivering water at adequate pressure
and volume under peak-flow and fire-flow conditions; minimum diameter
of mains shall be 6 inches.
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September 18. 1998
C. service laterals that will accommodate a 5/8-inch meter to each lot.
and
d. fire hydrants spaced not more than 600 feet apart and within 300 feet
of each lot.
Submit installation plans prepared by a professional engineer, registered in
the State of Hawaii, for review and approval.
2. Remit the prevailing facilities charge balance, which is subject to change,
of $64,500.00. This is due and payable upon completion of the installation
of the required water system improvements and prior to final subdivision
approval being granted.
For your information, the total facilities charge requirement, which is
subject to change. is $67,500.00. However, the total water commitment
deposit paid to date is $3.000.00. Water commitment deposits are credited
towards the final facilities requirement for the development.
Note that the amount of water commitment deposit may exceed the prevailing
facilities charge amount. for example, when requests for time extensions
continue and are approved. Until the development is finally completed,
these are separate and unrelated items. In the event that water commitment
deposits exceed the facilities charge, no refunds are applicable. With this
understanding, the current facilities charge balance is $64,500.00.
3. Submit the appropriate documents, properly prepared and executed, to convey
the water system improvements and necessary easements to the Water
Commission of the County of Hawaii prior to final subdivision approval being
granted. A registered land surveyor shall stamp and certify the metes and
bounds description within the conveyance documents. However, prior to water
meter services being granted to the development, or any lots within, the
conveyance documents shall be accepted by the Water Commission.
4. Comply with all other applicable policies and requirements of the
Department's Rules and Regulations. Noncompliance may be cause for voiding
this water commitment, at which time availability will be subject to change
in accordance with prevailing water system conditions, policies, and Rules
and Regulations.
Hawaii Island Community Development Corporation
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September 18. 1998
Further, the 6 water commitments from subdivision application No. 93-007 will
expire on March 31, 1999.
Should there be any questions, please call our Water Resources and Planning Branch
at 961-8660.
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Mr. Vern Yamanaka
Inaba Engineering, Inc.
Mr. Brian Nishimura
Customer Service Sections (Hilo, Waimea, Kona, Ka'u)
GOVERNOR DIRECTOR
BENJP'IIN J. CAYETANO OL4. KAZIJ HAYASHOA
DEPUTY DIRECTORS
BRIAN K. MINAAI
GLENN M. OKIMOTO
STATE OF HAWAII IN REPLY REFER TC:
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
869 PUNCHBOWL STREET HW1'-PS
HONOLULU, HAWAII 96813-5097 2.0$80
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Ms. Virginia Goldstein
Director
Planning Department
County of Hawaii
25 Aupuni Street, Room 109
Hilo, Hawaii 96720-4252
Dear Ms. Goldstein:
Subject: State Land Use Boundary Amendment (SLU 98-005), Agricultural to Urban,
Change of Zone (REZ 98-019), A-la to RS-10, Kurtistown Mutual Self-Help
Subdivision, Kurtistown, Puna, TMK: 1-7-17: por. 3
Thank you for requesting our review of the proposed land use and zoning actions for the
proposed subdivision.
We have the following comments:
1. The channelized intersection, including left-turn lanes, deceleration and acceleration
lanes, should be installed as noted in the application at no cost to the State.
2. Street lighting may also be needed at the intersection. The applicant should consult and
coordinate with our Hawaii District Engineer regarding this requirement.
3. Storm runoff must be diverted away from the highway right-of-way.
4. Construction plans must be submitted to our Hawaii District Office for review and
approval.
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Ms. Virginia Goldstein HWY-PS 2.0880
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If you have any questions regarding these comments, please contact Ronald Tsuzuki, Head
Planning Engineer, at (808) 587-1830.
Very truly yours,
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KAZU HAYASHIDA
Director of Transportation