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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOM 1401.000 2006-2008Harry Kim Mayor Dixie Kaetsu Managing Director Barbara Kossow Deputy Managing Director County of Hawaii 25 Aupuni Street, Room 215 • Hilo, Hawaii 96720-4252 (808) 961-8211 • Fax (808) 961-6553 KONA: 75-5706 Kuakini Highway, Suite 103 • Knilua-Kona, Hawaii 96740 (808) 329-5226 • Fax (808) 326-5663 `✓ August 11, 2008 Honorable Pete Hoffmann, Chairman and Members of the County Council Ct7 County of Hawai'i 333 Kilauea Avenue Hilo, HI 96720 Dear Chairman Hoffinann and Members: - 1 is State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (SLU 08-000019) Request: Agricultural to Urban Change of Zone Application (REZ 08-000078) Request: A -20a to RS -15 Applicant: State of Hawaii, DAGS t' Tax Map Key: 5-4-8:portion 2 Initiator: County Council Landowner: Kohala LLC Tax Mao Key: 5-9-1:18 As required by Chapter 4, Sec. 6-4.3(C), Hawaii County Charter, transmitted herewith for the County Council's consideration and action are the Planning Commission's letters and enclosures regarding the above -referenced requests. incerely, Harry Kim Mayor Enclosures cc: Planning DepartmentI µ Comm. 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Date�c 2 8 2=_ County of Hawaii PLANNING COMMISSION Aupuni Center • 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 • Hilo, Hawaii 96720 Phone (808) 961-8288 • Fax (808) 961-8742 August 11, 2008 Pete Hoffmann, Chairman and Members of the County Council County of Hawaii 333 Kilauea Avenue, 2nd Floor Hilo, HI 96720 Dear Chairman Hoffmann and Council Members: State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (SLU 08-000019) Request: Agricultural to Urban Change of Zone Application (REZ 08-000078) Request: A -20a to RS -15 Applicant: State of Hawaii, DAGS Tax May Key: 5-4-8:portion 2 The Planning Commission, after a duly held public hearing on July 18, 2008, voted to recommend for your approval the proposed legislative bills to change the State Land Use boundary amendment for approximately 3.475 acres of land from the Agricultural to the Urban district and a change of zone for approximately 3.475 acres of land from an Agricultural 20 -acre (A -20a) to a Single Family Residential — 15,000 square feet (RS -l5) zoned district. The property is located approximately 600 feet north (makai) of Akoni Pule Highway (Highway 270) and also makai of Takata Store, Kapua and Puehuehu, North Kohala, 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 it be inconsistent with the Land Use Commission Rules and the County General Plan. According to the Land Use Commission Rules, one of the standards for considering an area for urban reclassification states that "fn determining urban growth for the next ten years, or in amending the boundary, land contiguous with existing urban areas shall be given more consideration than non-contiguous land, and particularly when Hawai'1 County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer Pete Hoffmann, Chairman and Members of the County Council Page 2 indicated for future urban use on state or county general plans." The project area conforms to this standard as it is situated adjacent to existing Urban -designated lands. Although the project site is designated Agricultural, the portion of the property fronting the Akoni Pule Highway is designated Urban. The applicant's request to designate 3.475 acres into the Urban District reflects the infilling of Agricultural -lands within this section of North Kohala already surrounded by Urban -designated lands. The applicant requests a concurrent Change of Zone from Agricultural (A -20a) to Single -Family Residential 15,000 square feet (RS -15) to construct a public library on the site. The Urban District request would be consistent with the goals and polices of the Land Use element of the General Plan. The LUPAG Map component of the General Plan is a representation of the document's goals, policies, standards and courses of action. It is also a graphic depiction of the physical relationship between the various land uses. The LUPAG Map establishes the basic urban and non -urban form for areas within the County. The Urban District request conforms to the General Plan Land Use Pattern Allocation Guide (LUPAG) Map, which designates this area as Low Density Urban. Thus, the area under consideration is consistent with the urban form established for this section of North Kohala as depicted on the LUPAG Map. The project site is located in an urban -like setting adequately served by transportation, utilities, commercial establishments and other amenities. The reclassification and proposed rezoning will allow the property to be used for the development of the new Kohala Public Library. The urban classification also conforms to the standard that the development is within reasonable proximity to centers of trading and employment and to basic services such as schools, police and fire protection, transportation systems and water. The project site is located near urban -type uses, including the Takata Store, Kohala Elementary and High Schools and thus conforms with the Land Use Commission Rules that encourages urban development in close proximity to existing developments, services and facilities. Access to the project area will be from Akoni Pule Highway, under the jurisdiction of the State Department of Transportation. Water is available from the County's water system. Police and fire protective services are within close proximity to the project site, in Kapaau. All essential utilities can or will be made available to the project site. Urban Districts shall include lands characterized by "city -like" concentrations of people, structures, streets, urban level of services and other related land uses. Surrounding properties are in agricultural, commercial or residential uses. The Takata Store is located west of the project site. Kohala Elementary and High School is located approximately .2 miles to the west. Pete Hoffmann, Chairman and Members of the County Council Page 3 The property has no severe geological or topographical problems which cannot be properly rectified or which would render the land unusable. The U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency designates the property as Zone "X", areas outside of the 500 -year flood plain. Any improvements to the property must comply with Chapter 27 of the County Code relating to Flood Hazard Control. Thus; the reclassification meets the standard which states that the lands included within the urban district "... shall be those with satisfactory topography and drainage and reasonably free from the danger of floods, tsunami and unstable soil conditions and other adverse environmental effects." While the project site is situated within the State Land Use Agricultural and County's Agricultural (A -5a) zoned district, it is not currently being used for active agricultural purposes. The properly is identified as Prime Agricultural Land under the State of Hawaii's Agricultural Lands of Importance to the State of Hawaii (ALISH) Map but is not in agricultural use. Currently overgrown with trees, grass and weedy vegetation, the property was previously used for growing sugar cane. The Land Use Study Bureau's Overall Master Productivity Rating for the soils in the area is "B" or "Very Good". Surrounding lands to the north and east of the property are designated Urban, while lands to the south and west are designated Agricultural. A study titled "Archaeological Assessment, Cultural Impact Assessment and Botanical Survey for a 3.8 -acre Parcel at Honomakau, Pueuehu Ahupuaa, North Kohala, Hawaii Island (TMK: 5-4-8: 2) was conducted by Cultural Surveys Hawaii, Inc. in September 2006 (Appendix B, Final Environmental Assessment, October 2007). No archaeological, historical, or cultural sites were identified on the site. The study concluded that "the development of this Honomakau project area will have no adverse impact on archaeological, historical or botanical resources or on any on-going cultural practices." In a letter dated May 7, 2008, the DLNR-HPD has stated that no historic properties will be affected because intensive cultivation and previous grubbing/grading has altered the land, and the Historic Preservation Division has reviewed this project during the HPDES assessment phase and a determination was made at that time that no historic properties would be affected by the proposal. The reclassification of 3.475 acres from the Agricultural to the Urban designation will not be detrimental to the reduction of this area from the agricultural land inventory in the County of Hawaii. Based on the above, the approval of the State Land Use Boundary Amendment from the Agricultural to the Urban District complements the State Land Use District Regulations and is supportive of the State of Hawaii Plan. Pete Hoffmann, Chairman and Members of the County Council Page 4 Change of Zone The applicant requests a Change of Zone from A -20a to RS -15 to replace an existing public library and construct the new Kohala Public Library on the property. An approximately 35 -foot high 5,875 square -foot single -story building is proposed. The Kohala Public Library will be designed and constructed as a sustainable building per Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards. The applicant also requests a concurrent processing of a State Land Use Boundary Amendment from Agricultural to Urban. 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 property is zoned A -20a. The portion of the property along the highway is zoned RS -15. Public libraries are allowed in the RS -zoned district under "public uses and structures". The State Land Use designation for the property is Agricultural; however, the portion of the property fronting the Akoni Pule Highway is designated Urban. The Change of Zone request from Agricultural (A -20a) to a Single Family Residential (RS - 15) zoned district will conform to, among others, the Land Use and Economic elements of the General Plan. 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 LUPAG Map establishes the basic urban and non -urban form for areas within the County. The subject area is designated Low Density Urban. The Low Density Urban designation allows 'Residential, with ancillary community and public uses, and neighborhood and convenience -type commercial uses." Thus, the proposed development would be consistent with the General Plan land use designation and will be in harmony with the character of the surrounding neighborhood and result in an intensity of land utilization no higher than as permitted or as otherwise specified for the district in which this proposed development occurs. Surrounding properties are zoned A -20a, CN -20 and RS -15, and used for agricultural, commercial and residential uses. The Takata Store is located west of the project site. Kohala Elementary and High School is located approximately .2 miles to the west. Therefore, a favorable recommendation of this change of zone request will be consistent with the emerging land use pattern being established within this portion of Pete Hoffmann, Chairman and Members of the County Council Page 5 North Kohala. The project site's proximity to existing schools would foster educational opportunities for students as well as residents in the nearby community. The Federal Emergency Management Agency designates the property as Zone "V,.an area determined to be outside of the 500 -year floodplain. The property is identified as Prime Agricultural Land by the Agricultural Lands of Importance to the State of Hawaii (ALISH) System. However, the property is currently not being used for any agricultural activities. Soils within the property and surrounding area are classified as "B" or "Good" for agricultural productivity by the Land Study Bureau. Access to the project area will be from Akoni Pule Highway, under the jurisdiction of the State Department of Transportation. County water is available to the project site from an existing 8 -inch waterline within the Akoni Pule Highway. Individual wastewater systems will service the site. All essential utilities are available to the property. The subject request is not contrary to Chapter 205A, Hawaii Revised Statutes, relating to Coastal Zone Management Area. The property is not located within the Special Management Area. The project site is located mauka of the Akoni Pule Highway and therefore, will not be impacted by coastal hazard and beach erosion. There are no identified recreational resources, public access to the shoreline or mountain areas, designated scenic and open space preserves, coastal ecosystems, marine resources or other natural and environmental resources in the immediate project area. Thus, the proposed request and use of the property will not adversely impact those resources. A study titled "Archaeological Assessment, Cultural Impact Assessment and Botanical Survey for a 3.8 -acre Parcel at Honomakau, Pueuehu Ahupuaa, North Kohala, Hawaii Island (TMK: 5-4-8: 2) was conducted by Cultural Surveys Hawaii, Inc. in September 2006 (Appendix B, Final Environmental Assessment, October 2007). No archaeological, historical, or cultural sites were identified on the site. The study concluded that "the development of this Honomakau project area will have no adverse impact on archaeological, historical or botanical resources or on any on-going cultural practices." In a letter dated May 7, 2008, the DLNR-HPD has stated that no historic properties will be affected because intensive cultivation and previous grubbing/grading has altered the land, and the Historic Preservation Division has reviewed this project during the HPDES assessment phase and a determination was made at that time that no historic properties would be affected by the proposal. Pete Hoffmann, Chairman and Members of the County Council Page 6 In view of the Hawaii State Supreme Court's "PASH" and "Ka Pa'akai O Ka'Aina" decisions, the issue relative to native Hawaiian gathering and fishing rights must be addressed. These rights must be addressed in terms of the cultural, historical, and natural resources and the associated traditional and customary practices of the site. Investigation of valued resources: A study titled "Archaeological Assessment, Cultural Impact Assessment and Botanical Survey for a 3.8 -acre Parcel at Honomakau, Pueuehu Ahupuaa, North Kohala, Hawaii Island (TMK: 5-4-8: 2) was conducted by Cultural Surveys Hawaii, Inc. in September 2006 and no archaeological, historical, or cultural sites were identified on the site. The DLNR-HPD has reviewed this project during the HPDES assessment phase and stated that no historic properties would be affected by the proposal. The valuable cultural historical, and natural resources found in the area: The archaeological/cultural/botanical survey conducted on the project site revealed no endangered species or historical sites. However, a condition will be included to require the applicant to cease work and notify the DLNR-HPD should any remains be discovered on the site, until given clearance to proceed by the DLNR-HPD. Possible adverse effects or impairment of valued resources: Native vegetation may be destroyed by ground alteration. There is no evidence that the flora in the area are particularly desired or used for cultural practices. The DLNR-HPD has indicated that no historic properties will be affected by this project. Feasible actions to protect native Hawaiian rights: The applicant has stated that there is no evidence of any traditional or customary Native Hawaiian rights being practiced on the project site, nor existence of any known valued cultural, historical or native resources in the area. Thus, it is believed that the project would have no adverse impact relative to the cultural and historical resources of the area. To the extent to which traditional and customary Native Hawaiian rights are exercised, the proposed action will not affect traditional Hawaiian rights. Based on the above findings, the approval of the Change of Zone request from an Agricultural (A -20a) to a Residential (RS -15) zoned district would result in an appropriate land use pattern that will further benefit the public. The accompanying draft bills to amend the State Land Use Boundary Maps and Section 25-8-7 (North and South Kohala District Zone Map) of Chapter 25, Zoning Code, of the Hawaii County Code, are provided for your favorable consideration to the County Council. Please note the proposed conditions of approval attached to the draft change of zone bill. Pete Hoffmann, Chairman and Members of the County Council Page 7 We are enclosing copies of the staff background and recommendations for your information. 1 � Sincerely, /X� 4'e� ' Rodney W anabe, Chairman Planning Commission Lstatedags02PC Enclosures cc: Mr. Gerald Park Department of Water Supply Department of Public Works DOT-Highways,Honolulu State Land Use Commission Planning Department - Kona Lincoln Ashida, Esq., Corporation Counsel PETE HOFFMANN Chair & Presiding Officer K. ANGEL PILAGO Vice Chair August 25, 2008 Pete Hoffmann, Chair Hawaii County Council 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, Hawaii 96720 HAWAII COUNTY COUNCIL County of Hawaii Hawaii County Building 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, Hawaii 96720 BRENDA FORD STACY K. HIGA DONALDIKEDA BOBIACOBSON EMILY L NAEOLE DOMINIC YAGONG 1 YOSHIMOTO RE: Letter from the mayor requesting a change of zoning application REZ 08-000078 from agricultural to urban (A -20a to RS -15) for property belonging to Kohala LLC, Tax Map Key 5-4-8: portion 2. Reference: Bills'362; and' 363 Pursuant to Section 2(g) of Rule -4 of the Rules of Procedure of the Council of the County of Hawai'i, this written request is submitted with my approval that the above -referenced matter be waived from the Planning Committee to the full Council for immediate action. In reviewing this matter, timely approval is crucial. It is therefore advantageous that approval is granted and the matter placed onto the next Council agenda for review. However, in the event this request is denied, for whatever reason, I understand the matter shall be referred to the Planning Committee for placement on its future agenda. Sincerely, XZ/� K. Angel Pi go, Chair Planning Committee Approved/Date/Waive to Council: Pete Hoffmann, Hawai'i County PH/kf Disapproved/Date/Refer to FC: Pete Hoffmann, Chair Hawai'i County Council Hawai'i County Is An Equal Opportunity Provider And Employer PLANNING COMMISSION COUNTY OF HAWAII HEARING TRANSCRIPT JULY 18, 2008 A regularly advertised hearing on the application of STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES (SLU 08-000019 and REZ 08-000078) was called to order at 10:05 a.m. in the Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort and Spa, Keauhou III and IV, 78-128 Ehukai Street, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, with Chairman Rodney Watanabe presiding. PRESENT: C. Kimo Alameda Takashi Domingo Shelly Ogata Alvin Rho Rodney Watanabe Rell Woodward ABSENT & EXCUSED: Lam Bowman Ivan Torigoe, Deputy Corporation Counsel Christopher Yuen, Planning Director Norman Hayashi, Planning Program Manager Phyllis Fujimoto, Staff Planner Jeff Darrow, Staff Planner Maija Cottle, Staff Planner And six people from the public in attendance. Andrew Iwashita Rene' Siracusa APPLICANT: STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES (SLU 08-000019 and REZ 08-000078) a. State Land Use Boundary Amendment for approximately 3.475 acres of land from the Agricultural to the Urban District; and b. Change of Zone for approximately 3.475 acres of land from Agricultural 20 -acre (A -20a) to Single -Family Residential 15,000 square feet (RS -15). The property is located approximately 600 feet north (makai) of Akoni Pule Highway (Highway 270) and also makai of Takata Store, Kapua and Puehuehu, North Kohala, Hawaii, TMK: 5-4-8: portion 2. WATANABE: We are now on — we're moving on time — Agenda Item No. 2. The applicant is the State of Hawaii Department of Accounting and General Services. This will be State Land Use 08-000019, along with REZ 08-000078. With that, I'll turn this over to Mr. Darrow. DAR -ROW: Good morning, Members of the Planning Commission, Mr. Chairman. If I can direct your attention to the screen for the next presentation. The applicant in this request is the Department of Accounting and General Services, State of Hawaii, referred to as DAGS. They are requesting a State Land Use Boundary Amendment and a Change of Zone for 3.475 acres of land. The location of this application is within North Kohala. More specifically, we are looking at Akoni Pule Highway moving in an east -west direction; we have Kynnersley Road moving in a mauka-makai, or a north -south direction, as well as Hawi Road. The area of the application is identified with a black outline. The colors on the map identify zoning; the darker green color is signifying the Agricultural 20 -acre zoning, and the darker yellow is signifying Single -Family Residential 15,000 square feet. This particular property has what we call split zoning; there are two different types of zoning on the property — we have Agricultural 20 acres as well as a portion of Single -Family Residential 15,000 square feet. Additionally, on the State Land Use designation we have Agriculture for the majority of the property and Urban for the Single -Family Residential. The applicant is requesting a State Land Use Boundary Amendment from Agricultural to Urban for that portion that is in the Agricultural zone to be able to make it all in the Urban zoning. Additionally, they are requesting a Change of Zone from Agricultural 20 -acre to Single -Family Residential 15,000 square feet. And this will be for 3.475 acres of this 3.9 -acre parcel of land. The reason for the request, the applicant is proposing to construct a new Kohala Public Library; this will replace the existing public library that is the only one in North Kohala, identified as the Bond Memorial Library located in Kapaau. This will be a single -story building approximately 5,875 square feet in size, and will have associated improvements including access and parking. This is a site plan submitted by the applicant. On the left side of the map we have Akoni Pule Highway; access will be directly from the Highway. You can see the paved portion identified in a light gray color. The red identifies the location of the new public library. This is a floor plan of the library itself. The Planning Director is recommending that the Planning Commission send a favorable recommendation for both requests to the County Council. Are there any questions? WATANABE: Fellow Commissioner, do we have any questions for staff? It doesn't seem like it. So the applicant is here? PARK: Good morning, Mr. Chair. WATANABE: Good morning. May I swear you in. Would you raise your right hand. Do you swear or affirm to tell the truth now before the Planning Commission? PARK: I do. WATANABE: Yes. And could you state your name and address for the record, and you may begin with your comments. PARK: My name is Gerald Park. I'm a planning consultant in Honolulu, and I'm the agent for the Department of Accounting and General Services. My address is 1221 Kapiolani Boulevard. WATANABE: Thank you. Mr. Park, have you had an opportunity to review the Planning Director's recommendations, and do you have any comments on the conditions that are proposed? PARK: Yes, I have reviewed the Planning Director's recommendations on the conditions, as has staff at the Department of Accounting and General Services. We do not have, we accept the conditions as proposed by the Planning Director. I do, however, would like clarification on one condition; and that would be Condition M. It talks about a Unified Impact Fee assessment. WATANABE: I think I'll defer that one to the Director. This is standard, though, yeah? Condition M. PARK: Mr. Chairman. We weren't sure if this Condition applies to the library or if it applies to residential development that could take place on the property at some future time. There is no residential development being proposed as part of this action. YUEN: Yes. It does not apply to the library; if there was any future residential development, as this is a residential zone and the library isn't taking up the entirety of it, it would apply. I have to say that there would be some question as to whether this Code applies to a State project; but we can cross that bridge if and when we ever come to it. WATANABE:' Yeah, I think also you have a restricted deed in there, which would preclude you from creating a residential project under the State; I believe you'd have to transfer the property back to the Bond Estate, yeah? PARK: The property on which the existing Bond Memorial Library now sits, once the State moves that facility to this new facility, the property on which the existing library sits reverts back to the Bond Family or Bond Trust. WATANABE: Okay, there are two separate parcels then. I got confused, I'm sorry. Okay. Aside from that, no objections? PARK: We have no objections to the conditions. WATANABE: Okay, thank you, Mr. Park. Do we have any questions for Mr. Park? Okay, seeing none, you may be seated then. PARK: Thank you. WATANABE: Thank you. Yes, Mr. Woodward. No? Motion? Discussion? WOODWARD: I'll make a motion, if there -, you have no testifiers? WATANABE: Good point. No, I have none. For the record, no one signed up to testify for this. WOODWARD: Okay. Well, I would like to make a motion. Are we voting on the Boundary Amendment or -? WATANABE: Let's take this separately, and start with the Land Use first; and then we can proceed to the zoning change. WOODWARD: Okay. Well, you know, nobody can oppose mom, apple pie or the public library. So — I mean, this is a slam-dunk as far as I'm concerned — and I would move that in the matter of State Land Use Boundary Amendment, SLU 08 -whole bunch of zeros -19, that we send a favorable recommendation to County Council. m Second. WATANABE: Thank you. It's been moved and seconded. Do we need to have any further discussion on this? It doesn't look like it. Mr. Darrow. DARROW: Thank you, Mr. Chairman. With that, I'll take the roll. Commissioner Woodward? WOODWARD: Aye. DARROW: Commissioner Rho? RHO: Aye. DARROW: Commissioner Alameda? ALAMEDA: Aye. DARROW: Commissioner Domingo? DOMINGO: Aye. DARROW: Commissioner Ogata? OGATA: Aye. DARROW: And Mr. Chairman? WATANABE: Aye. DARROW: The motion passes, six to zero. WATANABE: Continuing on? Mr. Woodward. WOODWARD: May I make another motion? And that is with regard to the Change of Zone application, REZ 08 -whole bunch of zeros -78, that we send a favorable recommendation to County Council. Second. 0 WATANABE: Thank you. Well, 1 don't suppose we need any further discussion on this. So Mr. Darrow. DARROW: Thank you, Mr. Chairman. With that, I'll take the roll call. Commissioner Woodward? WOODWARD: Aye. DARROW: Commissioner Rho? RHO: Aye. DARROW: Commissioner Alameda? ALAMEDA: Aye. DARROW: Commissioner Domingo? DOMINGO: Aye. DARROW: Commissioner Ogata? OGATA: Aye. DARROW: And Mr. Chairman? WATANABE: Aye. DARROW: The motion passes, six to zero. WATANABE: Yeah so, Mr. Park, you'll be notified in writing by the Planning Department. PARK: Thank you very much for your support. WATANABE: Thank you. The discussion ended at 10:15 a.m. Respectfully submitted, Noriko Sauer, West Hawaii Secretary 5 BDAG S SLUREZ. dm -7/3 /08 COUNTY OF HAWAII PLANNING DEPARTMENT BACKGROUND REPORT STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING & GENERAL SERVICES STATE LAND USE BOUNDARY AMENDMENT APPLICATION (SLU 08-000019) CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION (REZ 08-000078) The STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING & GENERAL SERVICES (RAGS) has submitted applications for a State Land Use Boundary Amendment from Agricultural to Urban and a Change of Zone from Agricultural 20 -acres (A -20a) to Single - Family Residential 15,000 square feet (RS -15) for approximately 3.475 acres of land. The property is located approximately 600 feet north (makai) of the Akoni Pule Highway (Highway 270) and also makai of Takata Store, Kapua and Puehuehu, North Kohala, Hawaii, TMK: 54-8: Por. 2. PROPOSED ACTION 1. Request: State Land Use Boundary Amendment from Agricultural to Urban and a Change of Zone from Agricultural 20 -acres (A -20a) to Single -Family Residential 15,000 square feet (RS -15) for approximately 3.475 acres of land to replace an existing public library. An approximately 35 -foot high 5,875 square -foot single -story building is proposed to be constructed. The Kohala Public Library will be designed and constructed as a sustainable building per Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards. (Exhibit 1- State Land Use Boundary Amendment and Change of Zone applications) 2. Background: Currently, the Bond Memorial Library located at Kapaa serves the Waal community between Hawi and Halaulua-Niulii in North Kohala. The Bond Memorial Library deed written by Caroline Bond in 1927 gave the Territory of Hawaii the right to use the site for a public library. The deed specified that when the building ceases as a public library, the land would revert back to Caroline Bond or her heirs/estate. Under the deed, after the Bond Memorial Library operations cease, the State has one year to remove the building and any other improvements from the land. The Hawaii State Library System Master Plan for 1991-2000 recommended that the Bond Library be replaced. The new Kohala Public Library is proposed to be constructed on the subject property to meet the needs of the growing population. 3. Cost: Approximately $6.63 million. 4. Landowner: Surety Kohala Corporation. OTHER INFORMATION 5. Chapter 343, HRS: The proposed improvements are subject to the requirements of Chapter 343, Hawaii Revised Statutes, regarding Environmental Impact Statements. A Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) declaration was published in the November 8, 2007 bulletin of the Office of Environmental Quality Control. STATE AND COUNTY PLANS 6. State Land Use Designation: Agricultural. The portion of the property fronting the Akoni Pule Highway is designated Urban. 7. GP LUPAG Map: Low Density Urban. 8. County Zoning: A -20a. The portion of the property along the highway is zoned RS -15. Public libraries are allowed in the RS -zoned district under "public uses and structures". 9. Community Development Plan: The draft North Kohala Community Development Plan is currently being prepared, with anticipated completion and adoption in 2008. 10. Resolution No. 502 08: Resolution No. 502 08 amends Resolution No. 44 07 which temporarily delays Council action on rezoning applications in the North Kohala district that would re -designate Agricultural land into zoning districts with a minimum land area of less than twenty (20) acres in size until the North Kohala Community Development Plan is adopted by ordinance, or until December 1, 2008, whichever occurs first. However, the Planning Department must process and recommend an appropriate action on this request. 11. Coastal Zone Management, HRS, Chapter 205A: The entire State of Hawaii lies within the Coastal Zone Management Area. 12. Special Management Area (SMA): The Special Management Area is a part of the - Coastal Zone Management Program and regulated by the County. The property is not situated within the Special Management Area. DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTIES AND SURROUNDING AREA 13. Project Site: The project site is an approximately 3.475 -acre vacant parcel. Currently -2- overgrown with trees, grass and weedy vegetation, the property was previously used for growing sugar cane. 14. Surrounding Zoning/Land Uses: Surrounding properties are zoned A -20a, CN -20 and RS -15, and used for agricultural, commercial and residential uses. The Takata Store is located west of the project site. Kohala Elementary and High School is located approximately .2 miles to the west. 15. ALISH: Prime Agricultural Land for the majority of the parcel; Unclassified for a small "flag" portion of the site. 16. Land Study Bureau's Detailed Land Classification System: `B" or "Very Good". 17. U.S. Soil Survey: Kohala silty clay (Kha). These soils are used for sugarcane cultivation; runoff is slow and permeability is moderately rapid. 18. FEMA: Zone "Y', areas determined to be outside the 500 -year flood plain. 19. Flora/Fauna, Archaeological/Cultural Resources: A study titled "Archaeological Assessment, Cultural Impact Assessment and Botanical Survey for a 3.8 -acre Parcel at Honomakau, Pueuehu Ahupuaa, North Kohala, Hawaii Island (TMK. 5-4-8: 2) was conducted by Cultural Surveys Hawaii, Inc. in September 2006 (Appendix B, Final Environmental Assessment, October 2007). No archaeological, historical, or cultural sites were identified on the site. The study concluded that "the development of this Honomakau project area will have no adverse impact on archaeological, historical or botanical resources or on any on-going cultural practices." In a letter dated May 7, 2008, the DLNR-HPD stated that no historic properties will be affected because intensive cultivation and previous grubbing/grading has altered the land, and the Historic Preservation Division has reviewed this project during the HPDES assessment phase and a determination was made at that time that no historic properties would be affected by the proposal. 20. Public Access: None that traverses the property. 21. Traffic: The applicant states that "based on trip generation calculations, traffic to and from the library during morning and afternoon peak hours is not considered significant. People are attracted to the area because of Takata Store and the library would be a second attraction. Traffic flow on Akoni Pule Highway is relatively light, sight distance in both -3- directions is good (from the library driveway), and the roadway should be able to accommodate traffic generated by library use." PUBLIC UTILITIES AND SERVICES 22. Access: Access to the project area will be from Akoni Pule Highway, under the jurisdiction of the State Department of Transportation. 23. Water: County water is available from an existing 8 -inch waterline within Akoni Pule Highway. 24. Wastewater: Individual wastewater systems will service the site. 25. Essential Utilities and Services: All essential utilities are available to the project site. Police and fire services are located in Kapaau. 26. Department of Public Works: Exhibit 2 - May 30, 2008 memo 27. Department of Water Supply: Exhibit 3 - May 21, 2008 memo 28. Police Department: Exhibit 4 - May 14, 2008 memo 29. Fire Department: Exhibit 5 - May 13, 2008 memo 30. Department of Environmental Management: Exhibit 6 - May 1, 2008 memo 31. DLNR Historic Preservation Division: Exhibit 7 - May 7, 2008 letter 32. DLNR Land Division: Exhibit 8 - May 22, 2008 letter/attachments 33. Department of Health: Exhibit 9 - May 21, 2008 memo 34. Land Use Commission: Exhibit 10 -May 13, 2008 letter AGENCIES AND ORGANIZATIONS - NO RESPONSES 35. Department of Transportation, Kohala Community Association PUBLIC COMMENTS 36. None as of this writing. -4- STATE LAND USE BOUNDARY AMENDMENT APPLICATION (15 ACRES OR LESS) 1008' RPR 17 P"1 ' 23 COUNTY OF HAWAII PLANNING DEPARTMENT PILANNING CEP/',RTMENT (*6W leo6l�Wlhe requested information) -PETITIONER: Department of Ac c nting and General Services State of I PETITIONER'S SIGNATURE: t Q�� DATE: ADDRESS: Project Management Branch Post Office Box 119 Honolulu HI 96810-0119 PETITIONER'S INTEREST IF NOT OWNER:_ TELEPHONE: (Bus.) &03)$38 - 6, JS � (Res.) (Fax)_ 6703 ) sM — 5" -?S -� LANDOWNER(S): Surety Kohala Corporation LANDOWNER SIGNATURE(S): �L DATE: 4111AP (May be by letter) ADDRESS: 55-515 Hawi Road, P.O. Box 249, Hawi Hawaii 96719 TAX MAP KEY: 5-4-008: 002 STREET ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: No Street Address ZONING: AG -20 SIZE OF PROPERTY: 3.475 acres CURRENT STATE LAND USE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION: Agricultural REQUESTED STATE LAND USE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION: Urban AGENT: Gerald Park Urban Planner ADDRESS: 1221 Kapiolani Boulevard, Suite 211 Honolulu Hawaii 96814 TELEPHONE:(Bus.) 808-596-7484 (Res. (Fax) 808-596-7485 Please indicate to whom original correspondence and copies should be sent. ORIGINAL: Agent COPIES: (See Instructions on Reverse Side) Planning Dept. Exhibit_ / CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION 2008 RPR 17 7 ? 24 COUNTY OF HAWAII RANNii\lG GLP/,RTP,-LENT PLANNING DEPARTMENT COUNT" OF h WI A(Trype or legibly print the requested information) APPLICANT APPLICANT' ADDRESS: Proiect Management Branch. Post Office Box 119 Honolulu Hawaii 96810-0119 LIST APPLICANT'S INTEREST IF NOT OWNER: LIST PRINCIPAL(S) INCLUDING NAMES OF MAIN OFFICERS: t-7ASAncW-a 4ME, Pc�s,or�,T PHONE:(Bus.) (-0s) 16 59- 6-�16} (Reg.) (Fax)- CTC-) X`/-S•?SQ LANDOWNER(S): Surety Kohala Comoration LANDOWNER [* LANDOWNER(S) REQUEST: AG -20 TO RS -15 (Existing zoning) (Proposed Zoning) TAX MAP KEY: 5-4-008: 002 STREET ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: No Street Address DATE: / 08 SIZE OF PROPERTY OR AFFECTED AREA(S) TO BE REZONED: 3.475 acres AGENT: Gerald Park Urban Planner ADDRESS:_ 1221 Kaoiolani Boulevard, Suite 211 Honolulu Hawaii 96814 TELEPHONE:(Bus.) 808-596-7484 (Res.) (Fax) 808-596-7485 Please indicate to whom original correspondence and copies should be sent. ORIGINAL: Agent COPIES: ATTACHMENT Residential Rezoning PLANNING DEPARTMENT COUNTY OF HAWAII APPLICATION FOR CHANGE OF ZONE 1• If your request is approved, do you intend to subdivide the subject land in accordance with the approved change of zone? No 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? b. Into what lot sizes? 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? d. Do you intend to build houses on the newly created lots? if yes, please answer the following questions: on how many of those lots? At what approximate price range? House Lots Total Approximately how long, after approval of the subdivision, would the first house be available for occupancy? 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 has 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) 1• 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 how soon after approval of your rezoning do you expect to transfer the subject land to another party. Construct the proposed Kohlala Public Library, driveway, individual wastewater disposal system 3. Do You think that your request and your further plans for the land will alleviate the local housing situation? No How? 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? -2- 5. Is the subject, land currently being used for any agricultural activity? 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? If so, please describe the problem. 7• Do you think that the roads leading to the subject area needs improvement? If so, what kind? 8 Is the road adequate for the proposed traffic volume or load? What sort of governmental assistance and/or improvements do you feel will be needed in the subject area when developed? a. Schools b. Roads C . Sewer d. Drainage e. police Protection X -3- yes NQ No No No Yes Yes NO f. Fire Protection R 9, Recreational Facilities X h. Public Utilities X 1. other X For those checked !'yes," please elaborate what type or kinds of improvements and/or assistance are needed. General police and fire protection, potable water and fire flow water. Signature: Address: 1221 Kapiolani Boulevard, Honolulu, HI Telephone: (808) 596-7484 Date: March 26, 2008 6337A/50A -4- P.D. 5/84 STATE LAND USE BOUNDARY AMENDMENT AND CHANGE OF ZONE KOHALA PUBLIC LIBRARY Puehuehu, Noith Koha/a, Hawaii DAGS JOB No. 16-36-6367 Prepared for Department of Accounting and General Services State of Hawaii Project Management Branch PO Box 119 Honolulu, Hawaii 96810-0119 April 2008 STATE LAND USE BOUNDARY AMENDMENT AND CHANGE OF ZONE KOHALA PUBLIC LIBRARY Puehuehu, District of North Kohala, Hawaii DAGS JOB No. 16-36-6367 Prepared For: Department of Accounting and General Services State of Hawaii Project Management Branch Post Office Box 119 Honolulu, Hawaii 96810-0119 Prepared By: Gerald Park Urban Planner 1221 Kapiolani Boulevard, Suite 211 Honolulu, Hawaii 96814 April 2008 TABLE OF CONTENTS I. Background Information on the Subject Request 1 A. Description of the Proposed Request 1 1. Description of the Proposed Kohala Library 1 a. Library Building 5 b. Circulation and Off -Street Parking 8 c. Infrastructure 8 B. Description of the Subject Property 8 C. State and County Plans Affecting the Subject Request 9 D. Surrounding Zoning and Land Uses 9 E. Soils and Agricultural Capability 9 F. Water Resources 12 1. Surface Water 12 2. Groundwater 12 G. Flood Hazards 12 H. Archaeological Resources 12 I. Floral and Faunal Resources 15 J. Valued Cultural Resources 15 K. Hazardous Materials 16 L. Public Access 18 M. Description of Access 18 N. Traffic Impacts 18 O. Utilities 19 P. Public Services 20 II. Standards of Review 1 20 A. Promote the Effectiveness and Objectives of Chapter 205, HRS 20 B. Relationship to Chapter 205A, Coastal Zone Management 22 C. Conformity with County of Hawaii General Plan 23 D. The Extent to Which the Proposed Reclassification Conforms to the Applicable District Standards 27 III. Relationship to the Zoning Standards for the Residential Zoning District 28 References 30 Appendix A Archaeological Assessment, Cultural Impact Assessment and Botanical Survey for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomaka'u Puehuehu, Ahupua'a, North Kohala, Hawaii Island i LIST OF FIGURES Figure Title Page 1 Location Map 2 2 Tax Map 3 3 Petition Area 4 4 Architectural Site Plan 6 5 Floor Plan 7 6 State Land Use Districts 10 7 Zoning 11 8 ALISH 13 9 Flood Insurance Rate Map 14 LIST OF TABLES Table Title Page 1 Existing Traffic Volumes 18 Akoni Pule Highway @ Kohala School 2 Statement of Consistency with 24 County of Hawaii General Plan 11 I. Background Information on the Subject Request A. Description of the Proposed Request The Department of Accounting and General Services, State of Hawai'I, is requesting an amendment to the state land use district boundary for land situate in the ahupua'a of Puehuehu, District of North Kohala, Island, County, and State of Hawai'i. The subject property is identified as Tax Map Key Third Division, 5-4-008: 002 encompassing an area of 3.809 acres. A Location Map and Tax Map are shown in Figures 1 and 2. The 3.809 acre lot is split "zoned" at the state land use level and County zoning. Approximately 3.475 acres is designated Agricultural on the state land use district map and zoned AG -20 by the County of Hawaii and 0.334 acres designated Urban on the state land use district map and zoned RS -15. Existing State and County land use controls are vertically aligned to allow agricultural uses on the Petition Area but not aligned to allow a public use such as the proposed Kohala Public Library. A public facility cannot be constructed on the Petition Area except through State Special Permit allowing a non-agricultural use on agricultural designated land or through a land use district boundary amendment. Petitioner is requesting a land use district boundary amendment. The Department of Accounting and General Services (hereafter "Petitioner") requests that the state land use district boundary for a portion of the subject property (hereafter the "Petition Area") be amended from the Agricultural district to the Urban district. If this amendment is approved, the entire lot then would be designated Urban. A change in land use designation is the first of two land use control conversions that would allow Petitioner to proceed with plans to construct a new public library, the Kohala Public Library, in the District of North Kohala. Petitioner also will apply to the County of Hawaii for a change of zone for the Petition Area from the agriculture to the residential zoning district. If this land use district boundary amendment and a change of zone are approved for the Petition Area, then the entire property will be designated Urban and zoned RS -15. Before and after land use changes are summarized below: Area Land Area State Land Use County Zoninq Before Petition Area 3.475 acres Agricultural A -20a Non -Petition Area 0.334 acres Urban RS -15 After Subject Property 3.809 acres Urban RS -15 The property is owned by Surety Kohala Corporation ("SKC") who will turn it over to the State of Hawaii in the near future for construction of the library. There are no SKC lessees on the property. A legal description is submitted separate from this document. The Petition Area is shown in Figure 3. J - a .� Pafioa t IrBeach - n n {} I 66 071 I't � 1 r ID Am L..,� �• � �y�l^ i m JI N OO S n tet. 'y ply' I Hawi'p Petition Area Holmakau �•. .�1 ,y, 4 !/ I •\ Jl I � PdrM it M,plOt/ r, _ haps u - •i O �. J ! ,...� J` r(,-ae s f pryilx '1 iT I �'-y l , •f"*r.,l t --`� 1,,• O it � /: ' / "/ — , V l; 11 \� p9 �- ��ICe I a/. J� at(/ l,p�. / s •I. 4 f < r' �� Q1 4. J'4WL•�lf8/ O •/ �y�ll ;2; j aW,wam Island of Hawaii Figure 1 Location Map Kohala Public Library _ Puehuehu• North Kohala DWAct. Ham aanN ioFx swe TME*) ( - 2 G,aa° m° a ,a.a� ana SEC. Gr. 2770 � n I ti QO 4 I( C 4w, I O - 2 h 4 I v �m Y o 0 KYNNERSLEY ROAD x BLOCK "h -V W 2-0 4 r -m Grant g 5 L. C. Aw. ' 8705 5-2J Ac. li 1z.essa m 21 1 w 1¢e• / it A A9yy r e W4✓YL9.FO,TLy 1O! L d IG797 Ac. 11_ Petition ' ea 24.114 A. TMK:5-4-08: 2 por 41 ACT 3 F. P. 660 w RI PLAT 10 2744 O a I 4 PUEHUEHU, KAPUA & HONOMAKAU, NORTH KOHALA, HAWAII 1 !e?4S'LMt'1M MAPPING BRANCH sort 9' TAX MAPAP COUNTY OF HAWAII ZONE SECTION PLAT 5 1 4 108 Source:Deperbnent of Twur iw, Taxation Maps Bureau SEC i Cl 1, 20 vw14c�- z 1�,IL C Aw. 742 O Gr. 2585 Aw. 8895 I' o I Ac (vU c ,000 I ac 18 O\� 8.50 Ac. 8 Ac. — — — 70 —r! '.636 Ac- .r e Ac. 12 cir sync. I.WI 290 Ac // 6 Ac. a/ e.9l1Ac• 16 Grant / / 51.400 A0. -- / � sT/ Grant it i/ /i r a �i —ri C / f ! Figure 2 Tax Map Kohala Public Library PueNuehu, North KMale Eh t itk, �l IKAM L.EAI SCNE lam) ® an im o im en 3 Gerald Paris to :aa -r -s •Ma we 7)rWL B W1 Soarce: Imata 8 Associates, Inc., 2008. Legend x+03 Petition Area Petition Area TMK:5-4-08:02 por ZV5'2a'^••+ Land Use Existing rroposec . State Land Use Agricultural Urban c County Zoning A -20a RS -15 N Lii- ^aunia w f a =cW)M �W 046 Figure 3 Baa Petition Area Kohala Public Library it Puehuehu, Nom Kohala Dista. Haw: poog IpnlN !Mp a H m a a a m im r J I 4 Geralda"^5 4ouw� o� �a N �.. . t2se+ N:r is7.91 § '050..--- i � era o � b mi o W N ' W�N Soarce: Imata 8 Associates, Inc., 2008. Legend x+03 Petition Area Petition Area TMK:5-4-08:02 por ZV5'2a'^••+ Land Use Existing rroposec . State Land Use Agricultural Urban c County Zoning A -20a RS -15 N Lii- ^aunia w f a =cW)M �W 046 Figure 3 Baa Petition Area Kohala Public Library it Puehuehu, Nom Kohala Dista. Haw: poog IpnlN !Mp a H m a a a m im r J I 4 Geralda"^5 1. Description of the Proposed Kohala Library (Note: The description of the proposed Kohala Library and environmental characteristics of the property and surrounding area and discussion of potential environmental impacts are excerpted from the Final Environmental Assessment (October 2007) and studies prepared for the project. The description is for the entire property and not the Petition Area alone.] The proposed Kohala Library will replace the existing Bond Memorial Library, the only public library in the District of North Kohala. Located in the town of Kapaau, the library opened at its current location in January 1929 as the Kohala Free Library on land deeded to the Territory of Hawaii by Caroline Bond. The existing 1,610 square foot library houses a collection of approximately 17,810 volumes (books, videos, DVDs, periodicals, pamphlets, and maps). The Hawaii State Library System Master Plan for 1991-2000 recommended that the Bond Library be replaced on a new site. "In describing the deficiencies and present conditions of the existing Bond Library, the Library master Plan noted that the facility is too small for the projected population, requires electrical and plumbing upgrades, has no air conditioning, poor fire exiting, no fireproof book drop, limited ability to expand and inadequate parking". The population of North Kohala is growing. A 40% increase in population was enumerated in the year 2000 population (6,038 persons) over the 1990 population (4,291 persons). New or upgraded water, sewer, roads, and parks are needed to accommodate the growth in population. Less visible but just as needed are public facilities and services that foster the educational, recreational, and social development of a population. The proposed Kohala Public Library is one of those facilities. a. Library Building A single -story building of approximately 5,875 square feet is proposed (See Figures 4 and 5). The building is separated into three principal spaces. The collection and sitting areas for adults, children, and young adults are on the north side of the building. Here, patrons will be able to browse the collection and sit and peruse library materials. Glass windows ringing the entire north side will let in natural light and provide views in the direction of the coastline. Core library functions are placed in the center of the building. These functions include the reception desk, checkout area, catalog area, lobby/display area, staff lounge, work room, storage, and staff restroom. An enclosed, secured area identified as the North Kohala Archive will be located adjacent to the manager's work station. This room will house historical data, photographs, and sensitive data in a controlled environment. A clerestory in the center of the building will let light into the central area. Computer work stations are located between the circulation desk and collection areas. The library entry, restrooms for men and women, and a community room are located on the south side of the building. The community room would be used for educational, recreational, and cultural activities offered by the library. The room also would be available for community meetings and activities. The community room and restrooms are on the outside of the library building per se so their use should not disturb library activities. p U U I m Z m Z N DC7 ]U I d VJ1 61NQ 4 K Z y � y J� Z m Z mo J a w I L__� L J L__� L I I—! L__I_J —1 I`J I ` ICI= ;:%i• ?' �� p 7 Z =1 I m W O p 3 p p U U I m Z m Z N DC7 ]U I d VJ1 61NQ 4 K Z y � y J� Z m Z mo J a w I L__� L J L__� L I I—! L__I_J —1 I`J a0 ! a ! W i Z �� �zsi� rcVSQGGGii9ss�s Wd +�; mx + = a ! O W ss oa els �° 5°x W < Q 8z� 9F z. qT. a z a me lu R LL O 8 - Tit frO bggg W ` W J j U 0 I r_. The approximately 35 -foot high structure will be designed and built as a "sustainable" building per Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards. The LEED rating system is "a nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction, and operation of high performance green buildings." LEED silver certification is being sought for the project. b. Circulation and Off -Street Parking An approximately 650 foot long paved driveway will connect the library with Akoni Pule Highway. Located to the east of Takata Store, the 24 -foot wide driveway is within a 70 -foot wide "pole" section of the flag lot. The driveway will be striped for two-way traffic. Outbound turning movements at Akoni Pule Highway will be controlled by a STOP sign. Paved, off-street parking area for 18 vehicles is proposed in the front of the library building on the western half of the lot. The eastern half will be left vacant and generally undeveloped except for the construction of a septic tank and disposal field. c. Infrastructure Water will be supplied from an 8 -inch main in Akoni Pule Highway. Water use is estimated at 1,000 gallons per day. Wastewater will be collected and disposed of in an individual wastewater system to be located on the eastern half of the site. The system would consist of a septic tank for collecting solids and a leach field or injection well for effluent disposal. Wastewater flow is estimated at less than 1,000 gallons per day. Power and communication services will be brought to the library site from Akoni-Pule Highway via underground conduits. On-site runoff will be directed by earthen swales to low areas (or detention ponds) on the eastern half of the site and areas around the building. Runoff would either percolate into the ground or evaporate. Alternatively, dry wells may be considered for direct discharge into the ground. Roof runoff will be collected and used as gray water for flushing toilets and urinals. The gray water system will not be connected to the potable water system. The library will be air conditioned for the comfort of the staff, patrons, and mildew and mold control. Air conditioning also is required to provide a controlled environment for the North Kohala Archive repository. B. Description of the Subject Property Located on the north side or makai of Akoni-Pule Highway, the Petition Area is vacant and undeveloped. The entire property was as one time in cultivated agriculture with sugar cane the primary crop. It has been estimated that sugar was last grown on the property or in the vicinity of the property about 33 years ago (EKNA, 2004). Since the demise of the sugar industry in North Kohala in the 1970s, this former cane field has been overgrown by trees, grass, and weedy vegetation (See discussion on botanical resources). Barbed wire fencing H around the perimeter of the site restricts access from Akoni Pule Highway and adjoining u lots. On August 4, 2005, the Planning Department County of Hawaii granted final subdivision U approval for the Consolidation of Lot 1, being a portion of Grant 1544 and Lot 3, being a portion of L.C. Aw 8741 and resubdivision into Lots A and B and designation of easements 1 and 2 (Final Subdivision Approval SUB04-000047). Lot A is the subject 3.809 acre parcel. C. State and County Plans Affecting the Subject Request Pursuant to Chapter 205 HRS, the Hawaii Land Use Law, the State Land Use Commission classifies all land in the State of Hawaii into one of four classifications: Urban, Agricultural, Conservation, or Rural. The project site is designated Urban and Agricultural (See Figure 6). The County of Hawaii General Plan Land Use Pattern Allocation Guide (LUPAG Map) designates the Petition Area Low Density Urban. ' The property is not within the County delineated Special Management Area. D. Zoning and Land Uses The County of Hawaii zones the property A -20a or Agriculture with a minimum of 20 -acre lots and RS -15 or Residential with a minimum lot size of 15,000 square feet (See Figure 7). The Petition area is bordered by a mix of agricultural and urban land uses. Land to the north and partially on the east is designated agriculture and currently used for grazing cattle. A commercial establishment, Takata Store, abuts the proposed library driveway and a portion of the Petition area on the west.. Single-family dwellings and Akoni Pule Highway border the Petition area on the south. Kohala Elementary and High School Is located about 0.2 miles to the west of Takata Store. E. Soils and Agricultural Suitability The Soil Conservation Service (1973) maps a single surface soil type on the premises. I Kohala silty clay (Kha) is a well -drained silty clay formed from igneous rock influenced by J volcanic ash. The soils are predominantly found on the windward side of Kohala Mountain at elevations ranging from sea level to 1,500 feet. Kohala soils are used primarily for ( j irrigated sugarcane cultivation although small areas are used for pasture, truck crops, and (_! orchards. The soil poses a slight erosion hazard, runoff is slow and permeability is moderately rapid. L� This soil has favorable features for building foundations. The Land Study Bureau (1965) Detailed Land Classification maps and publications provide an analysis of lands and their suitability for agricultural production. A range of factors including soils, geology, topography, climate, and water resources were analyzed and a rating scheme for assessing overall agricultural productivity developed. Lands are classified I ; from "A" to "E" according to their agricultural suitability with "A" indicating a master L 1 productivity rating of very good, and "E" indicating a rating of very poor for agricultural uses. n I Legend DU Urban ® Rural d._ FA Agriculture © Conservation Source: State of Hawes. Leve Lbe CommiseI HaM Qua* o e Figure 6 State Land Use Districts Kohala Public Library Puehuehu, H Konda DWOM Hawn IYJiM LOEOLSWEffEEl) 10 NF1 a.mzovL Legend RS -15 SINGLE FAMILY 15,000 SO. FT. RS -10 SINGLE FAMILY 10,000 SQ. FT. CV -10 VILLAGE COMMERCIAL 10,000 SQ. FT. CN -10 NEIGHBORHOOD COMM. 10,000 SQ. FT. A -5s AGRICULTURE SACRES A -20a AGRICULTURE 20ACRES Sauce: County of Hemet. DepaNnent of Planning Howl-Kapaeu Zoning Map. Section 2545C, Ore 988-51 Effective Date: June 2, 1988 d- ,►� Figure 7 T1 Zoning H Kohala Public Library I PuMuenu, Nath Koala Duaict, Nath LaEN SGLE a£El) 11 Ge�Ed 1 N�[�ppa A single land type--- B114i---is identified in the project area (Land Study Bureau, 1965). The capital letter is the master productivity rating of the overall suitability of the land for agricultural production, the number identifies the land type (Kohala soil series), and the "i" means irrigated. A "B" master productivity rating means the land is rated "good" for selected agricultural uses (vegetables, sugarcane, orchard, grazing, and forage crops). Most of the agricultural land in the vicinity of the proposed library bears this same rating. Agricultural Lands of Importance to the State of Hawaii (ALISH) maps have been prepared by the State Department of Agriculture to determine the agricultural importance of agricultural property within the State of Hawaii. The ALISH maps provide three agricultural land designations: Prime,_ Unique, and Other Important Agricultural Lands. IAgricultural land surrounding and including the library site is designated Prime agricultural land on the ALISH map for this section of Hawaii County (See Figure 8). Prime agricultural land is defined as land which has the soil quality, growing season, and moisture supply IV needed to produce sustained high yields of crops economically when treated and managed according to modern farm methods (ALISH, 1977). F. Water Resources 1. Surface Water There are no streams, lakes, ponds, open bodies of water, or wetlands on the premises. 2. Ground Water The library site overlies the Hawi aquifer of the Kohala Sector (Mink and Lau, 1993). The Hawi aquifer (Aquifer Code: 80101111) is a basal aquifer in the flank lavas of volcanic ( domes (Kohala Mountain). This developed groundwater source is used for drinking and has a salinity of <250 parts per million chloride. The aquifer is categorized as irreplaceable and highly vulnerable to contamination. I_ G. Hazards The Flood Insurance Rate Map for this section of North Kohala (See Figure 6) places the property in Flood Zone "X". This zone is defined as "areas determined to be outside the 500 -year flood plain (Federal Emergency Management Agency, 1988)". The Island of Hawaii, the youngest of the eight Hawaiian Islands, was formed (and in some areas is still growing in area) from five volcanoes two of which—Kilauea and Mauna Loa— are still active. Hazard Zones for Lava Flows have been identified for the Island of Hawaii (Heliker, No Date). The zones are numbered Zones 1 to 9 based on the probability of coverage by lava flows; Zone 1 has the greatest probability of coverage and Zone 9 the least. The North Kohala District is placed in Zone 9. H. Archaeological Resources The entire parcel appears to have been former sugar cane land on the basis of the uniformity of the ground surface, the absence of relief and the absence of stones. The ground surface was virtually stone free. The ruins of two small shacks were observed in the 12 northeast portion of the project area. These did not appear to have been primary residences of long standing but may have been work places associated with plantation work or squatters sheds from the 1970s. No historic significance was attributed to these structures or the late twentieth century trash piles. One aggregation of approximately a dozen small boulders and large cobbles was observed in an area approximately 2m by 1.5m in the northeast portion of the project area. These did not appear to be set in the ground or to be in alignment. Consideration was given to whether these could mark a historic grave but this was discounted because: 1) the rocks were not set in the ground, .2) they were not in an alignment, 3) there were no other aggregates of stones in the vicinity, 4) the area did not seem to be typical of the known small graveyards in the general vicinity that tend to be near breaks in slop at the edge of former fields, and 5) because the are is understood to have been under continuous sugar cane cultivation for nearly a century. In summary no archaeological sites or features were identified during the fieldwork or are believed to exist within the Honomaka'u project area. An archaeological and cultural assessment is found in Appendix A. I. Flora and Faunal Resources The project area was found to be densely overgrown with a variety of exotic vegetation dominated by Christmas -berry (Schinus terebinthifolius) and guava (Psidium guajava) trees. Java plum (Syzgium cumin), octopus tree (Scheffleria actinophylla), and African tulip (Spathodea campanulata) are quite common. Common understory vegetation includes white shrimp plant (Justica betonica), indigo (Indigofera suffuiticosa), beggarweed (Desmodium sp.), lantana (Lantana camara), and elephant grass (Pennesitum purpureum). This area was previously all in sugar cane, abandoned since the demise of sugar production in Kohala in the 1970s. The current vegetation is composed entirely of alien species and so completely disturbed as to leave no native species at all (Cultural Surveys Hawaii, Inc, 2006). No wildlife was observed at the time of the field investigation. Barking dogs and crowing roosters were heard but none were seen. A grazing cow (and her calf) was seen browsing the property. Mynah bird and barred dove were the only two avian species recorded. J. Valued Cultural Resources A cultural impact assessment was prepared by Cultural Surveys Hawaii, Inc. (2006). Their findings as related to traditional practices and resources pertaining to the Honomaka'u project area are summarized below. Upland resources were utilized by Hawaiians for a multitude of purposes. Forest resources were gathered, not only for the basic needs of food and clothing, but for tools, weapons, canoe -building, house construction, dyes, adornments, hula, medicinal and religious purposes. Within the project area itself no specific documentation was found in regards to gathering of plants during traditional Hawaiian times. 15 A review of the botanical study indicates that no native plant species are present within the Honomaka'u project area. Although certain exotic species present such as guava (Psidium guajava) and castor bean (Ricinus communis) have been used for cultural practices historically these plant species are ubiquitous on disturbed lands in the vicinity and no particular value is attributed to these exotic weedy plants. During this evaluation there were no ongoing practices related to traditional gathering rights identified in the present project area. No hunting practices are known to take place in the project area or vicinity. No signs of pigs or any other game were observed during the fieldwork. While we know of no detailed information regarding pig hunting in the vicinity a distribution of pig densities indicates pigs are "sparse" in the area (van riper & van riper 1928:25). The project area lies more than two kilometers back from the coast and no direct or indirect impact to marine resources or [to] access to marine resources is indicated. No historic properties of cultural concern are known within or in the immediate vicinity of the Honomaka'u project area. �_. No specific documentation was found regarding iwi (ancestral remains) in the project area. None of the people contacted mentioned any burials that would be affected by the proposed project. The main cross-ahupua a inland trails appears to have been more or less the present Akoni- Pule Highway alignment since time immemorial. Roads to the coast are present just to the L east and west of the present Honomaka'u project area. Development of this parcel is anticipated have no effect on access issues. ( No Wahi pana or "Storied Places" are known in the vicinity. K. Hazardous Materials 1 A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment performed for the property in 2004 (EKNA Services, Inc. 2004) reported the following: Site Inspection Observations • There is no evidence of current or past usage of underground fuel storage tanks 1- (USTs) on the Site (e.g. vent pipes, fill caps, abandoned dispensers, etc.). • At present, there are no pits, trenches, landfills, open or closed dumps for disposal of solid waste on the Site. . No suspect asbestos containing materials (ACM) were observed on the Site. • No suspect lead containing paints (LCP) were observed on the Site. • There were no electrical transformers observed on the Site. Electrical transformers are a potential source of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB) contamination. • There were no signs that would indicate the presence of contamination by petroleum or other toxic/hazardous agents in the soils at the parcel. There was no direct evidence that subsurface contaminants from nearby facilities have migrated to the soils and ground water beneath the assessed Site to cause any adverse environmental impacts. iR I Regulatory Agency List Review • There are no facilities within one (1) mile of the Site that are listed as CORRACTS J Sites. • There are no facilities within Y. mile of the Site that is listed as a CERCLIS/NFRAP (Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act/No Further (� Remedial Action Planned) Site. L • There are no facilities within '/0 mile of the Site that are listed as State of Hawaii CERCLIS-Equivalent Hazardous Waste Sites (SHWS). ` • State environmental databases do not list any facilities within '/: mile of the Site that have experienced a release of petroleum products from underground storage tank systems. • Federal and State environmental databases do not indicate any facilities within Y. mile of the assessed Site that are listed as generators of hazardous materials/wastes. • There are currently no facilities listed as having an underground or aboveground storage tank (UST/AST) adjoining the assessed parcel. • Federal and State databases did not list any solid waste facility/landfills (SWF/LF), active incinerators or transfer stations with %2 mile of the assessed Site. ; In addition to the Phase I Environmental Site Assessment, a second. study (Noh & Associates, 2005) was performed because it was suspected that the subject site may contain arsenic and organochlorine pesticides in the surface soil layers. The suspicion was prompted by the former use of the site for sugarcane cultivation. Arsenic is one of the t heavy metals associated with some commonly used crop protection chemicals in sugarcane agriculture. Organochlorine compounds also are associated with various crop protection chemicals. Excerpts from the Noh report are presented below and the entire report is l appended in this document as Appendix C. r Arsenic is a naturally occurring metalloid element that is widely distributed throughout the lI earth's crust. The primary source of arsenic contamination in Hawaii is arsenic containing herbicides used for weed control in sugarcane production between 1915 and 1950. (i Exposure to arsenic has been shown to have adverse health effects on the cardiovascular, hematologic, developmental, and nervous systems, the alimentary tract and the skin. It has also been shown to have carcinogenic effects. t Soil samples were collected at 29 sampling points which included duplicate samples in areas of anticipated high potential human exposure and single samples in areas of less human exposure. At each location, two samples were collected: one upper surface soil sample which included soil 1-8 inches below ground surface and one lower surface soil sample which included soil 18-24 inches below ground surface. The lower soil sample was , to identify the depth of contamination, if any, in the areas where grading of the land is likely U to occur. Since grading would remove the surface soil, the lower surface soil would become a potential exposure concern, and, therefore, was investigated. r-� Based on sampling and analysis of the surface soil samples, it was concluded that there are t1 no significant levels or arsenic and organochlorine compounds in the surface soil at the proposed Kohala library site. No measurable levels or organochlorine pesticide compounds were found in the upper and lower surface soil samples. Arsenic levels found in the upper surface soil, 17.5 mg/Kg to 22.7 mg/Kg, however, were slightly elevated compared to the levels found in the lower surface soil, 3.81 mg/Kg to 13.5 kg/Mg. The Hawaii State n 17 H }- Department of Health background Soil Action Level for arsenic is 22 mg/Kg. This is an indication of arsenic releases from anthropogenic sources (such as mining, smelting, coal combustion, wood combustion, waste incineration and pesticide/herbicide use) on the subject property L. Public Access The entire lot is fenced thus there is no public access allowed from public roads and adjoining privately owned lots to the north, east, and west. M. Description of Access \ Akoni Pule Highway (formerly Hawi-Niulii Road) and Kohala Mountain Road are the two roads linking communities in North Kohala with other island communities. Akoni Pule Highway, a two-way, two-lane all weather surface highway passes to the south of the proposed library site. Travel lanes are 12 -feet wide with 5 -foot shoulders on both sides fronting the library site. The posted speed limit near Takata Store is 35 mph. State Department of Transportation traffic count data on Akoni Pule Highway were examined for existing traffic volumes and peak hour determination. A counting station (671027001933) near Kohala High School provided count information nearest to the I proposed library site. The counts were taken over a two day period beginning on May 23, 2006 and ending on May 25, 2006. Traffic volume on both days was reported at 6,845 and 6,731 vehicles, respectively. For day one volume, traffic bound for Kapaau was reported at 3,179 vehicles and traffic eastbound to Hawai at 3,666 vehicles. On day 2, Kapaau bound traffic was recorded at 3,040 vehicles and Hawi bound traffic at 3,691 vehicles. For the AM commuter period (5:00-9:00 AM), the peak hour occurs between 7:15 and 8:15 AM; the PM commuter peak hour occurs between 4:15 and 5:15 PM. Reported traffic volumes in both directions are shown in Table 2. Table 1. Existing Traffic Volumes Akoni Pule Highway (off Kohala School Date Peak Hour: To Kapaau To Hawi Peak Total 5/23-24 7:15-8:15 AM 247 319 566 3:30-4:30 PM 344 303 647 5/24-25 7:15-8:15 AM 212 306 518 3:30-4:30 PM 294 278 572 Source: Department of Transportation, 2006. N. Traffic Impacts A 6,000 gross square foot public library would generate an average rate of 1.06 trips per 1,000 gross floor area (GFA) during the AM peak hour and 4.32 trips during the PM peak 18 t_ . hour (Institute of Transportation Engineers, 2003). Using these rates AM peak hour traffic would result in 6.3 or 6 total trips during the morning peak (72% entering, 28% existing) and 25.92 or 26 total trips during the PM peak hour (48% entering, 52% exiting). Library traffic is about evenly split in both directions during the PM peak and favors entering traffic during the AM peak. Based on the trip generation calculations, traffic to and from the library during morning and �] afternoon peak hours is not considered significant. It is recognized that traffic will fluctuate during library hours and this is to be expected. If the library is used as a meeting facility during the evening, traffic flow to and from the library will be equal to or higher than the afternoon peak generation traffic. People are attracted to the area because of Takata Store and the library would be a second f , attraction. Traffic flow on Akoni Pule Highway is relatively light, sight distance in both directions is good (from the library driveway), and the roadway should be able to ` accommodate traffic generated by library use. I O. Utilities Water 1,1 The Department of Water Supply operates and maintains four water systems in North ! Kohala. Hawi is served by the Hawi-Kokoiki Subsystem which draws water from Watt J Tunnel No. 1 and a deep well in Hawi. Water from both sources is distributed through an 8" ductile iron transmission main in Akoni-Pule Highway. During the Draft Environmental Assessment review period for the project, the Department of Water Supply informed the Department of Accounting and General Services that the existing 8" inch waterline within Akoni Pule Highway is currently inadequate to provide the minimum fire flow of 2,000 gallons per minute. However, the installation of a pressure ! reducing/pressure sustaining valve station at the Department's Kynnersely #1 site would e allow the Department's water system to provide 2,000 GPBM at the project site. The Department of Accounting and General Services will install the pressure reducing/pressure �! sustaining value per the Department of Water Supply request. ) Sewer There is no municipal collection and wastewater disposal facility in North Kohala. Domestic wastewater collection and disposal is via individual wastewater systems. 4. Power and Communication According to the Hawaii Electric Light Company ("HELCO") area is currently served by the existing HELCO 2.5 MVA Hawi electrical substation and a 4,160 volt distribution overhead system along Hawi-Niuli road. The capacity of the existing substation is adequate to serve the estimated load of the library. It 19 Hj Electrical and communication transmission and distribution services are provided from existing aerial lines along Akoni Pule Highway. An existing HELCO utility pole located on the mauka side of Akoni Pule Highway with a three-phase distribution line can provide power to the library. A telephone and cable TV pole is located on the makai side of the road with available service connections for telephone, cable TV, and Internet services. P. Public Services Public Schools Public Schools in the North Kohala District are organized into the Kohala High Complex. The three schools comprising the complex include Kohala Elementary (K-6), Kohala Middle (Grades 7-8), and Kohala High (Grades 9-12). In 2004-2005, total enrollment of regular and special education students was 402 elementary, 233 middle school, and 276 high school students (Department of Education, 2005). Bond Memorial Public Library in Kapaau is the only public library in North Kohala. It opened in January 1929 as the Kohala Free Library on land deeded to the Territory of Hawaii by Caroline Bond. The library sits on a 10,378 square foot site in the town of Kapaau - approximately 1 mile to the west of the proposed Kohala Public Library. The existing 1,610 square foot library houses a collection of approximately 17,810 volumes (books, videos, i DVDs, periodicals, pamphlets, and maps). The library is open weekdays at the following times: Mondays from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Tuesdays through Thursdays from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Fridays from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. It is closed on weekends. The library is staffed by two full time workers ---a branch manager and library assistant ---and a part-time maintenance worker. A student helper assists the staff. Protective Services Police and fire services originate from the town of Kapaau. The police station is located in the Kapaau Civic Center where a 10 man force serves the district. Fire service is provided by a 24-hour fire facility equipped with an engine and ALS medic Kapaau. Twenty-four hour back-up can be summoned from the Waimea Fire Station located in Kamuela. II. Standards of Review How the granting of this request would promote the effectiveness and objectives of Chapter 205, Hawaii Revised Statutes, as amended. Include discussion on how the proposed use is not contrary to the Chapter 205A, Coastal Zone Management (existing public access, scenic or open space resources, coastal view planes and coastal ecosystems). A. Promote the effectiveness and objectives of Chapter 205, Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapter 205, Hawaii Revised Statutes as amended created the Land Use Commission of the State of Hawaii. Although not explicitly stated in Chapter 205, the purpose of the Land 20 Use Commission is to administer and promote the effectiveness of the State of Hawaii Land Use Law. Enacted in 1961 and subsequently amended thereafter, the land use law created three land use districts into which all land in the State were placed. The original land use districts were agricultural, urban, and conservation. A fourth land use district --the rural district ---was added in 1964. In brief, the Land Use Commission is responsible for classifying all lands in the State into one of the aforementioned districts, administering the land use law, amending district boundaries via a hearing process or following periodic review of the land use district boundaries (by the Office of Planning, State of Hawaii), prescribing land uses within the agricultural, conservation, and rural land.use districts, and making, amending, and repealing its rules of practice and procedure. i As part of its rule making powers, the Land Use Commission has delegated to the counties the authority to amend the land use district boundaries for areas of 15 acres or less in the urban and rural districts and land in the agricultural district that is not designated as important agricultural land. The County of Hawaii General Plan designates the Petition Area Low Density Urban. The Petition Area is not identified as important agricultural land. 1 The Petition Area is designated agricultural and the historical record indicates that it was previously used for sugar cane cultivation. Since the close of Kohala Sugar Mill in the early 1970's, the.land has most recently been used for cattle grazing, a low intensity agricultural use. Since the land has not been actively cultivated and generally untended, it is overgrown by trees such as Christmas berry, guava, and scrub vegetation. The agricultural area adjoins an existing urban area on both sides of Akoni Pule Highway. Thus a request to amend the land use district boundary will require a modest expansion of the urban district and add to the urban district in the immediate area. Petitioner isnot requesting a land use district boundary amendment that would `spot zone" the library site. The Petition Area adjoins an existing urban district to the south that is used for residential and commercial activities. A 0.334 acre portion of the library property is already designated l� urban and the boundary amendment, if approved, can be considered as an extension to the J urban district. The petition area would adjoin residential lots to the south and Takata Store, a community market, on the west. An environmental assessment was prepared for the proposed project pursuant to Chapter 343, Hawaii Revised Statutes and is submitted as a separate document to this petition. Excerpts from the Final Environmental Assessment have been included in the petition. In general, the proposed action should not result in significant adverse environmental impacts. There is a need for a new public library and approval of this entitlement is a step toward that objective and should result in long-term positive impacts. The proposed Kohala Library is a public use that will benefit North Kohala residents. Bond A Memorial Library in the town of Kapaau is the only existing public library in the North Kohala �u! District. Opened in 1929, Bond Memorial Library has and continues to serve the community as a learning and educational resource and gathering place. The library, however, is too old, dilapidated, and small to continue its current function at its current location. Friends of the library, community residents, government officials, and state agencies have been collectively working towards finding a site for a needed facility since 1996. Public facilities and services in the vicinity of the petition area and in North Kohala are adequate and available to serve the proposed use. The Petition Area adjoins the Akoni- n 11 21 H I Pule Highway, the major road connecting North Kohala communities with the districts of South Kohala and North Kona and points beyond. The highway is also a major utility corridor for electrical, communication, and water systems. These systems can readily t..' accommodate the proposed use without requiring expensive service extensions or expansion of generating facilities. The Department of Water Supply, County of Hawaii has informed Petitioner that an existing water main in Akoni-Pule Highway is currently inadequate to provide the minimum fire flow. The Department indicated that the installation of a pressure reducing/pressure valve at the Department's Kynnersley #1 site would allow the water system to provide adequate fire flow to the site. Petitioner has agreed to install the required valves. This improvement would also improve and provide adequate fire flow to areas adjoining the library site. The area lacks a municipal wastewater disposal system thus an on-site individual wastewater system will be constructed for wastewater collection and disposal. The system will be sited, constructed, and operated as prescribed by Chapter 62, Wastewater Systems, 1- Chapter 11, Hawaii Administrative Rules. The project does not propose residential uses thus there should be no impact on school IJ: enrollment and additional users of recreation facilities. The project will not create significant economic impacts. Direct short-term impacts will benefit local construction companies and workers during the construction period. In the long-term, the library is not produce income. State funds will be needed to pay for operations, maintenance, salaries, and purchases of library resources and materials. Although monetary costs can be calculated annually, the benefits of having a new library in the community cannot be measured in dollars. [ In summary, this petition to amend the land use district boundary for 3.475 acres from the agricultural to the urban district will promote the effectiveness and objectives of Chapter 205. The County of Hawaii through its administrative and legislative branches has the authority to review and act on this request. B. Relationship to Chapter 205A, Coastal Zone Management l_ The Petition Area is located approximately 1.5 miles to the south of the shoreline. At this location, it is neither a shoreline lot nor located adjacent to the shoreline, there are no f marine resources present, and beach protection structures are not required. 1� The Petition Area is not identified as a recreational resource. Public access is not allowed over the Petition Area and there is no public access route to the shoreline across the 1 Petition Area. There are no known historical or archaeological features present on the ground surface and significant coastal ecosystems are non-existent. The Flood Insurance Rate Map for this section of North Kohala places the Petition Area in Flood Zone "X". This zone is defined as "areas determined to be outside the 500 -year flood plain (Federal Emergency Management Agency, 1988)". Given its inland location, the property is not in a designated coastal, high hazard area. 22 The Petition Area is not identified as a scenic resource; however, the waters of the Pacific L Ocean can be glimpsed from Akoni-Pule Highway through and over the unruly vegetation. This view toward the distant ocean may be improved with the construction of the library. The library will be at an elevation below the highway so it should not obstruct views toward L J the ocean for passersby. From the driveway, library patrons are likely to experience a panoramic view of the coastal landform and ocean. {1 An environmental assessment was prepared pursuant to Chapter 343, Hawaii Revised �f Statutes and title 11, Chapter 200, Hawaii Administrative Rules. The Draft Environmental Assessment was made available for public review and comment beginning on July 23, 2007 and ending on august 22, 2007. The Department of Accounting and General Services issued a Finding of No Significant Impact ("FONSI") determination on October 11, 2007. A State land use district boundary amendment from the Agricultural to the Urban district is being sought. Because the amendment is for an area less than 15 acres, application will be made to the County of Hawaii. The amendment application will be heard by the County of Hawaii Planning Commission and Hawaii County Council. The general public will be offered<-� ample opportunity to submit testimony or speak on the matter before either body. Petitioner is also seeking a Change of Zone form the AG -20 to the RS -15 zoning district for 1� the Petition Area. It is anticipated that the County of Hawaii will convene a concurrent session of the change of zone and the land use district boundary amendment. The general public will be offered ample opportunity to express their opinion on the application of either u entitlement. C. Conformity with County of Hawaii General Plan The County of Hawaii's General Plan is the policy document for the long range comprehensive development of the island of Hawaii (General Plan, 2005). Briefly, the Cl objectives of the Plan are to: • Guide the pattern of future development based on long-term goals. [ j • Identify the visions, values and priorities important to County residents. t • Provide the frame for regulatory decisions, capital improvement priorities, and acquisition strategies within the County organization and in coordination with State and Federal programs. • Improve the physical environment of the County. • Promote and safeguard the public interest and the interest of the County as a whole. I • Facilitate the democratic determination of community policies and resources. -f • Effect political and technical coordination in community improvement and development. f • Inject long-range considerations in short-range actions. 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N C a) o U,� O U a @ a) a V c.0 3W cro'N-0 V N Z-0 Q. -0 W d G 3v m U J CJ IC0 O EL ca N@ a a) ca N t@ C J J ca 2 Co N "City -like" concentrations of people and structures in North Kohala are nonexistent ( j because there are no "cities" in the district. There is no large-scale economic activity �f present per se and the local economy is grounded in small, community based activities providing goods and services to residents and a growing number of visitors. Historically, residential and commercial activities developed around Hawi, Kapaau, Halaula, and f J Niuli. Today, these towns are the major population centers in the district and function as hubs of trade and employment. As such, the towns and surrounding areas are designated urban on land use district maps and general planned for urban growth by the (� County. The towns and areas where urbanization has occurred are served by basic urban facilities including water, electrical, and communication systems. Fire protection services are available from Kapaau and police service originates from the Waimea Police Station in Kamuela. Kohala Elementary and High School is the only public school in the district. .1 (3) It shall include lands with satisfactory topography, drainage, and reasonably free from the danger of any flood, tsunami, unstable soil condition, and other adverse environmental effects; The Petition Area is well drained. Runoff from areas mauka of the Akoni Pule Highway discharges into Kapua Gulch to the west of the Petition Area where it is conveyed down I ) slope towards the ocean. The subject property slopes from an elevation of 526 feet at Akoni Pule Highway to 474 along the north boundary. Along this gradient (approximately 873 lineal feet), the slope is 6%. I G' 1_J 27 F1 C. The Extent to Which the Proposed Reclassification Conforms to the Applicable District u Standards. Hawaii U The standards for determining the Urban district boundaries are found in Administrative Rules Title 15, Chapter 15 land Use Commission Rules. The applicable section is §15-15-18 Land Use Commission Rules which reads in part: !� ! Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, in determining the boundaries for the "U" urban district, the following standards shall be used: 1_l (1) It shall include lands characterized by "city -like" concentrations of people, structures, streets, urban level of services and other related land uses; (2) It shall take into consideration the following specific factors: (A) Proximity to centers of trading and employment except where the new _ T development would generate new centers of trading and employment; (B) Availability of basic services such as schools, parks, wastewater systems, solid - waste disposal, drainage, water, transportation systems, public utilities, and police and fire protection; and (C) Sufficient reserve areas for foreseeable urban growth;-� "City -like" concentrations of people and structures in North Kohala are nonexistent ( j because there are no "cities" in the district. There is no large-scale economic activity �f present per se and the local economy is grounded in small, community based activities providing goods and services to residents and a growing number of visitors. Historically, residential and commercial activities developed around Hawi, Kapaau, Halaula, and f J Niuli. Today, these towns are the major population centers in the district and function as hubs of trade and employment. As such, the towns and surrounding areas are designated urban on land use district maps and general planned for urban growth by the (� County. The towns and areas where urbanization has occurred are served by basic urban facilities including water, electrical, and communication systems. Fire protection services are available from Kapaau and police service originates from the Waimea Police Station in Kamuela. Kohala Elementary and High School is the only public school in the district. .1 (3) It shall include lands with satisfactory topography, drainage, and reasonably free from the danger of any flood, tsunami, unstable soil condition, and other adverse environmental effects; The Petition Area is well drained. Runoff from areas mauka of the Akoni Pule Highway discharges into Kapua Gulch to the west of the Petition Area where it is conveyed down I ) slope towards the ocean. The subject property slopes from an elevation of 526 feet at Akoni Pule Highway to 474 along the north boundary. Along this gradient (approximately 873 lineal feet), the slope is 6%. I G' 1_J 27 F1 The Flood Insurance Rate Map designates the lands of Puehuehu including the Petition Area Flood Zone `X" which is defined as areas determined to be outside the 500 -year flood plain (See Figure 9). (4) 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 I. general plans; The Petition Area is contiguous with existing urban areas on both sides of Akoni-Pule 1 Highway (See Figure 6). The urban district includes approximately 0.334 acres of the subject property. (5) It shall include lands in appropriate locations for new urban concentrations and shall give consideration to areas of urban growth as shown on the state and county general plans; The County of Hawaii General Plan Land Use Pattern Allocation Guide Map designates the entire property (3.809 acres) Low Density Urban. 1 (6) It may include lands which do not conform to the standards in paragraphs (1) to (5): (A) When surrounded by or adjacent to existing urban development; and ( (B) Only when those lands represent a minor portion of this district; L. This standard does not apply. [ (7) It shall not include lands, the urbanization of which will contribute toward scattered spot urban development, necessitating unreasonable investment in public, infrastructure or support services; and A change in the land use district boundary to urban will not constitute spot urban zoning or development. The Petition Area is contiguous to an existing urban district and general planned by the County of Hawaii for low density urban uses. (8) It may include lands with a general slope of twenty per cent or more if the commission 1 finds that those lands are desirable and suitable for urban purposes ...... i This standard does not apply. III. Relationship to the Zoning Standards for the Residential Zoning District Petitioner will request a change of zone from the Agriculture A -20a zoning district to the Residential RS -15 zoning district for the 3.475 acre Petition Area. A 0.334 acre section of the subject property (immediately makai of Akoni Pule Highway) is designated Urban and zoned RS -15. If approved, the RS -15 zoning designation would then apply to the entire 3.809 acre parcel. The County of Hawaii zoning code allows community buildings, meeting facilities, and public uses and structures as permitted uses of residential zoned land (Section 25-5.3 Permitted Uses, (3), (9) and (12). The proposed Kohala Public Library is defined as a public structure and use and thus is a permitted use in the residential zoning district. 28 I I U 0 29 J L1 The Library will have a meeting room for educational, recreational, and cultural activities offered by the library for community uses and functions. The meeting room, which is defined as a meeting facility, also is a permitted use in the residential zoning district. j �J The proposed Kohala Public Library conforms to the development standards of the RS -15 Residential zoning district as shown below: J l LJ Standard Required Provided Height Limit 35 feet 35 feet Minimum Bldg. Site Area 15,000 sf 165,920 sf Minimum Bldg. Site Width 60' + 2' for each 500 sf 90 feet in excess of 7500 sf up l to max of 150' Minimum Yards Front 20 feet 20 feet Rear 20 feet 20 feet Side 10 feet 10 feet j 1 Parking 2 spaces 18 spaces 1_I Accessible Stall 0 spaces 1 space Loading Space 0 spaces 1 space Twenty parking stalls were originally proposed. With the provision of ten bicycle parking stalls, the number of provided parking stalls was reduced by 2 spaces to 18 spaces. I I U 0 29 J REFERENCES Cultural Surveys Hawai'I, Inc. September 2006. Archaeological Assessment, Cultural Impact Assessment and Botanical Survey for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomaka'u, Puehuehu Ahupua'a, North Kohala, Hawaii Island (TMK: 5-4-8:2). Prepared for Gerald Park Urban Planner. Department of Water Supply. December 1980. Water Master Plan Island of Hawaii. Prepared for Department of Water Supply by R.M. Towill Corporation. Department of Transportation, State of Hawaii. May 2006. 24 -Hour Traffic Count -Station Summary. Station No. 871027001933. r EKNA Services, Inc. October 2004. Phase IEnvironmental Site Assessment Proposed Kohala Library Site Hawi-Niuli Road, Kapua and Puehuehu, North Kohala, Hawaii TMK: (3) 5-4-008: 001, Lot A. Prepared for Surey Kohala Corp. [ Facility Technics/Hawaii. April 1991. Customer Satisfaction—A Master Plan for Public Libraries. . Prepared for the State of Hawaii Department of Accounting and General Services and Hawaii State Public Library Stystem. Volume 1 (Master Plan) & Volume 2 (Technical Appendix). 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Kohala Public Library Site Selection Study and Environmental Impact Statement. Prepared for State of Hawaii Department of L- Accounting and General Services. DAGS Job No. 11-36-5965 Noh, Myounghee & Associates, L.L.C. August 2005. Surface Soil Screening Report for the Proposed Kohala Public Library Site, TMK 3-5-008: 001, Lot A, North Kohala, Island of Hawaii. D.A.G.S. Job No. 11-36-6278. MNA Job No. 20375 30 L - Park, Gerald Urban Planner. 2006. Field Observation. Park Gerald Urban Planner. October 2007. Final Environmental Assessment Kohala Public j 1, Library Puehuehu, District of North Kohala, Hawaii DAGS JOB No. 16-36-6367. L} Prepared for Department of Accounting and General Services, State of Hawaii. Planning Commission County of Hawaii. December 1967, North and South Kohala (, Districts Zone Map. Section 7.06, Portion of Ordinance No. 109. Planning Department County of Hawaii. February 2005. County of Hawaii General Plan. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Soil Conservation Service. December 1973. Soil Survey of Island of Hawaii, State of Hawaii.. In Cooperation with The University of Hawaii Agricultural Experiment Station. U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington D.C. U H B U c' L, 31 Appendix A Archaeological Assessment, Cultural Impact Assessment and Botanical Survey for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomaka'u Puehuehu, Ahupua'a, North Kohala, Hawai'i Island iJ 0 rj Archaeological Assessment, Cultural Impact Assessment and Botanical Survey for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomaka`u, ( Puehuehu Ahupua`a, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 1 (TMK: 5-4-8:2) Oahu Office P.O. Box 1114 Kailua, Hawaii 96734 Ph.: (808) 262-9972 Fax: (808) 262-4950 Prepared for Gerald Park Urban Planner Prepared by Hallett H. Hammatt, Ph.D. and David W. Shideler, M.A. Cultural Surveys Hawaii, Inc. Kailua, Hawaii (Job Code: Puehu 1) September 2006 www.culturaisurveys.com Maui Office 16 S. Market Street, Suite 2N Wailuku, Hawaii 96793 Ph: (808) 242-9882 Fax: (808) 244-1994 [ Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU 1 Management Summary I Management Summary Reference Archaeological Assessment, Cultural Impact Assessment and Botanical Survey for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomaka`u, Puehuehu Ahupua`a, North Kohala, Hawaii Island (TMK: 5-4-8:2). Date September 2006. Project Number (s) CSH project # PUEHU 1. Investigation Permit Cultural Surveys Hawaii conducts archaeological studies under Number archaeology permit # 0605 issued by the State Historic Preservation Division. Project Location Honomaka`u on the north side of `Akoni Pule Highway just east of Kohala School in Puehuehu Ahupua`a, North Kohala District Hawaii Island (TMK: 3 5-4-008:002). Land Jurisdiction Understood to be owned by the State of Hawaii Agencies Study was prepared for review by the State Historic Preservation Division. Project Description The proposed development is fora North Kohala public library. While detailed plans are not available at this time they would at a minimum include grading and grubbing, foundation work, trenching for utility lines, paving of driveway and parking areas and landscaping. Project Acreage 3.9 -acres. Area of Potential The Area of Potential Effect is understood as the 3.9 -acre parcel. Effect (APE) and Survey Acreage Fieldwork Effort 3 man -days Number of Historic None Properties Identified Effect Development of this land is suggested to have "no effect' on cultural Recommendation resources Mitigation No further archaeological, botanical or cultural study is recommended. Recommendation l_ Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island i ( TMK [3] 54-008:002 L Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU 1 i� rr}} �I Table of Contents IIll U Management Summary.............................................................................................................i Section1 Introduction ............ .................................................................................................. I 1.1 Project Background........................................................................................................................ l l' 1.2 Scope of Work............................................................................................................................... I 1.3 Environmental Setting...................................................................................................................1 lJ 1.3.1 Natural Environment .................................... ...... ........................... ......................... :................ l 1.3.2 Built Environment................................................................................................................... l , Section2 Methods.....................................................................................................................6 2.1 Field Methods................................................................................................................................6 2.2 Laboratory Methods.......................................................................................................................6 2.3 Document Review..........................................................................................................................6 2.4 Consultation...................................................................................................................................6 Section 3 Background Research..............................................................................................7 3.1 Traditional and Historical Background..........................................................................................7 3. 1.1 Mythological and Traditional Accounts of North Kohala......................................................7 Ptiehuehu r l u 3.1.2 Specific Traditional References to .........................................................................7 3.1.3 Early Historic Period...............................................................................................................9 3.1.4 Puehuehu in the Mahele..........................................................................................................9 3.1.5 Mid- to late-1800s..................................................................................................................9 1LL11�, U 3.1.6 1900s.....................................................................................................................................12 3.2 Previous Archaeological Research..............................................................................................18 3.3 Background Summary and Predictive Model..............................................................................35 Section 4 Results of Fieldwork...............................................................................................36 4.1 Survey Findings...........................................................................................................................36 J i l Section 5 Botanical Study for the Honomaka`u Project Area............................................40 Section 6 Cultural Impact Evaluation for the Honomaka`u Project Area........................43 6.1 Traditional Cultural Practices......................................................................................................43 6.2 Gathering for Plant Resources.....................................................................................................43 6.3 Hunting Practices.........................................................................................................................43 6.4 Marine Resources........................................................................................................................43 6.5 Historic Properties.......................................................................................................................44 6.6 Burials..........................................................................................................................................44 l '1 �uJ 6.7 Trails............................................................................................................................................44 6.8 Wahi Pana (Storied Places)..........................................................................................................44 6.9 Results of Community Contact Process.......................................................................................44 Q 1, Section 7 Project Effect and Mitigation Recommendations...............................................46 7.1 Project Effect...............................................................................................................................46 L J Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 11 TMK [3154-008:002 1, I Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU 1 1 7.2 Mitigation Recommendations......................................................................................................46 7.3 Disposition of Materials...............................................................................................................46 Section8 References Cited.....................................................................................................47 Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 111 �__ T1v1K [3154-008:002 Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUMU 1 U List of Figures Figure 1. U.S. Geological Survey map showing Honomaka`u project area....................................2 II� � t� Figure 2. Tax Map Key (TMK) [3] 5-4-008 showing the Honomaka`u project area......................3 Figure 3. Aerial photo showing Honomaka`u project area.............................................................4 f Figure 4. Soils in the vicinity of the Honomaka`u project area (2001 Soil Survey Geographic (SSURGO)'database for Island of Hawaii, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service.........................................................................................5 ( Z C) Figure 5. Distribution of commoner (kuleana) Land Commission Awards in North Kohala District (adapted from Tomonari-Tuggle DLNR Cultural Resources Study 1988:136) ... 10 Figure 6. Sugar plantation infrastructure in North Kohala District in the late nineteenth century [ j j (adapted from Tomonari-Tuggle DLNR Cultural Resources Study 1988:141) ................13 Figure 7. Graph of posited population of North Kohala District from 1830 to 1980 (adapted from Tomonari-Tuggle DLNR Cultural Resources Study 1988:134) .......................................14 ( j Figure 8. Sugar plantation infrastructure in North Kohala District in the 1940s (adapted from { . Tomonari-Tuggle DLNR Cultural Resources Study 1988:157) .......................................15 Figure 9. Portion of a map of Union Mill and Plantation showing present Honomaka`u project area as lying within sugarcane field "Puuehuehu 46" .......................................................16 Figure 10. Aerial photograph of Honomaka`u School in the 1950s Kapua Gulch, at right separates the school from the sugarcane fields that ran right up to the Akoni-Pule J Highway within the present project area (at lower right) (adapted from Schweitzer and LI Gomes2003:115)..............................................................................................................17 Figure 11. Aerial photo believed to show Honomaka`u School at center and most of present { project area as an open field at lower left (no date)...........................................................17 L Figure 12. Distribution of archaeological sites in North Kohala District (adapted from Tomonari- Tuggle DLNR Cultural Resources Study 1988:11 8) .........................................................29 Figure 13. Distribution of cultural resources in the Windward Kula Slopes of North Kohala CJ lJ District (adapted from Tomonari-Tuggle DLNR Cultural Resources Study 1988:1152) .30 Figure 14. Map showing location of previously identified sites in the vicinity of the present Honomaka`u project area...................................................................................................32 Figure 15. General view of south portion of project area, view to northwest, Takata Store in background........................................................................................................................37 Figure 16. General view of southern neck of project area, view to northwest..............................37 Figure 17. View of shack ruins just outside the northeast portion of the project area, view to southeast.........................................................'..................................................................38 Figure 18. View of a second shack just outside the northeast portion of the project area, view to southwest...........................................................................................................................38 Figure 19. General view of late twentieth century trash in the northeast portion of the project area39 r , u Figure 20. view of possible alignment in northeast portion of project area..................................39 l �l `J Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island iv TMK [3l 54-008:002 n I Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU I List of Tables Table 1. Archaeological studies in North Kohala District.............................................................18 Table 2. Sites of the Windward Kula Slopes Described in Tomonari-Tuggle's 1988 North Kohala { Cultural Resources Study..................................................................................................28 I Table 3. Sites Identified in the Inventory Survey of a Nearby 230 -Acre North Kohala Project Area (adapted from Denham, Brennan & Kennedy 1993:131) ..........................................31 Table 4. Sites Identified in the Denham, Cruz, Maigret and Kennedy 1993 6.3 -Mile Long, 100 - Foot Wide Coastal Trail Corridor Study...........................................................................33 Table 5. Sites Identified in the Erkelens and Athens (1994) Inventory Survey of a Nearby 720 - Acre North Kohala Project Area (adapted from Erkelens and Athens 1994:157) ............34 -. Table 6. Dicotyledons Present within the Honomaka`u Project Area...........................................40 Table 7. Monocotyledons Present within the Honomaka`u Project Area.....................................42 Table 8 Cultural consultations regarding the proposed Kohala Public Library project at -- Honomaka`u, Puehuehu Ahupua`a, North Kohala District...............................................44 Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakao, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 1MK [3l 54-008:002 Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU 1 Introduction Section 1 Introduction 1.1 Project Background A 3.9 -acre parcel at Honomaka`u on the north side of Akoni Pule Highway just east of Kohala School in Puehuehu Ahupua`a, North Kohala District Hawaii Island (TMK: [3] 5-4-008:002) is being proposed as the location for a future North Kohala public library (Figures 1-3). The purpose of the present study was to examine the potential effect the proposed project will have on archaeological, historical, cultural, and botanical resources. 1.2 Scope of Work . In consultation with Gerald Park, Urban Planner, it was agreed that the appropriate scope of work for this project would be a field check and literature review with an attendant botanical survey and a cultural impact evaluation. It was thought likely that the entire project area was under decades of sugar cane cultivation. This was indeed confirmed by a plantation field map (Figure 9), aerial photographs (Figures 10 & 11) and informant's testimony from their own experience (Section 6.9). Because of the long history of intensive commercial cultivation it was felt there was unlikely to be a need for a formal inventory survey with subsurface testing or for a formal cultural impact assessment following Office of Environmental Quality Control guidelines emphasizing the need for oral history interviews. We believe the information developed in this study is sufficient beyond a reasonable doubt to establish that the proposed project will have no adverse effect on archaeological, historical, cultural or botanical resources. 1.3 Environmental Setting 1.3.1 Natural Environment The Honomaka`u project area lies on the north side of Akoni-Pule Highway on gently sloping table land on the east side of small Kapua Gulch at an elevation of approximately 500 feet. The soils are shown to be Kohala silty clay (KhA) (Figure 4). The area receives between 40 and 60 - inches of rainfall per year. Historic maps, aerial photographs and informants all indicate that the property was under intensive sugar cane cultivation right up to the present `Akoni-Pule highway. This cultivation probably lasted nearly a century from shortly after the opening of the Union mill in 1874 into the 1970s. With the end of sugar cultivation the land has remained fallow and is fairly densely covered with a diversity of exotic vegetation dominated by Christmas -berry (Schinus terebinthifolius) and guava (Psidium guajava). 13.2 Built Environment The Honomaka`u project area is on the north side of `Akoni-Pule Highway the major road in north North Kohala. The parcel is, at present, fallow old cane lands covered with scrub vegetation. The Takata Store on the west side of the Honomaka`u project area was established at its present location in the 1970s and is a major landmark in the area. The Kohala Schools located 250 in to the west of the Honomaka`u project area were formerly known as Honomaka`u School. Founded prior to 1917 as an elementary school it graduated its first twelfth -grade class in 1926. Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island TMK [3154-008:002 Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU I R Introduction 203412".... 204412" 205412.'... 206412"''' 207412'"" 20&412"'' 209412: S VrER'.— ''.: +^' .. a '!r if _ 4 � -- At J' O � -3 x304112'.•._ C \206412 if 706412 20$412;, 20741E` 108412`..:. 209412 1995 Hawi USGS 7.5 Quadrangle NAD 83 UTM Zone 4N Figure 1. U.S. Geological Survey map showing Honomaka`u project area Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 2 TMK [3] 5-4-008:002 _._ LYVLYLL ._::•LocLr44 z:.cracrw o r r� 1 N M Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU I _ Introduction Z0r A"` 705504'•" ZD0004"'° 206504 ". rri R lw �� of 02 BI 0.5 d8 '�' L 3Vsi Pro)lttArearS.: r i wry � � .•� t. t . � + 1 F )QA--3Silty Clay. � �. x.�/ 0-3 %9l Slopes RB M T '' # 11 • 111 }.�:,, t f� k. KhA • R�`f i�.� L Y • . • �`:� • Q Yn 2050D{"`_- ,ms�K "-, 206004...,, =564.• 1995 Hawi USGS 7.5' Quadrangle NAD 83 UTM Zone 4N Figure 4. Soils in the vicinity of the Honomaka`u project area (2001 Soil Survey Geographic (SSURGO) database for Island of Hawaii, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service. Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 5 TMK [3] 54.008:002 Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU I Methods Section 2 Methods Because it was suspected that the entire project area had been under decades of intensive commercial sugar cane cultivation it was felt that an Archaeological Assessment, Botanical Survey and Cultural Impact Evaluation was appropriate. 2.1 Field Methods A field inspection was undertaken by Cultural Surveys Hawaii staff members Auli`i Mitchell B.A., Leilani Pyle B.A. and David W. Shideler M.A. working under the general direction of Hallett H. Hammatt Ph.D. No excavation work appeared to be warranted. 2.2 Laboratory Methods No materials were recovered from the project area and there was no laboratory work. 2.3 Document Review Documents were reviewed at the State Historic Preservation Division library and the Cultural surveys Hawaii library. Virtually every archaeological study ever written on north Kohala District was a examined. The botanical work was aided with reference to standard resources including Haselwood et al. 1983, Motooka et al. 2003, Neal 1965, Staples and Herbst 2005 and Wagner, Herbst and Sohmer, 1990. 2.4 Consultation The consultation for this study is summarized in Section 6.9 Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii island 6 IMK [315.4.008:002 ` Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU I Background Research Section 3 Background Research 3.1 Traditional and Historical Background 3.1.1 Mythological and Traditional Accounts of North Kohala North Kohala District was long associated with sovereignty over the entire island of Hawaii. Schweitzer and Gomes (2003:20-21) offer the following succinct account of how the North Kohala ruling chiefs came to power: In the early 1300s, in a battle fought at Hinakahua, close to what is now Kapa`au, Htkapoloa, the chief of Niuli`i defeated the chief of Kukuipahu, which lies toward Kohala's leeward side. Consequently, most of Kohala fell under the rule of Niuli`i. In the late 1600s and early 1700s, Niuli`i rose to even greater power under its own Mahi family. In the 1720's, the Mahi became the King's district chiefs over Kohala. Around 1740, upon the death of Hawai`i's ruler Keawe, Mahi chief Alapa`inui gathered his Kohala forces and defeated the powerful `I family of Hilo, as well as Keawe's heir and son. Under Alapai`nui of Niuli`i, Kohala ruled Hawaii. To placate the `I, Alapa`inui named a high chiefess of that family and married her into his own line. To tighten connections with the Keawe family, he kept Keawe's two grandsons, Kalani`opu`u and Ke6uakalani, at his court, and trained them to be his generals. Alapa`inui thus unified the Island. He made a serious attempt to conquer Maui and Oahu as well. Eventually, Kamehameha, son to Ke6uakalani and Keku`iapoiwa Lilihu, a Mahi descendent would complete that task." This account places political control of most of North Kohala at Niuli`i, some seven kilometers east of the present Honomaka`u study area, in the early 1300s. In the triumph of Alapa`inui of Niuli`i circa 1740 the North Kohala chiefs came to rule the entire island. Around 1781, Hawai'i's ruling chief Kalani`opu`u moved his court to Kohala. Scarcity of food, in Kona obliged Kalaniopu`u to relocate his court into the Kohala district, where his headquarters were fixed at Kapa`au. Here the same extravagant, laissez-faire, eat and be merry policy continued that had been commenced at Kona, and much grumbling and discontent began to manifest itself among the resident chiefs and the cultivators of the land, Kamehameha the Great is traditionally said to have been born at Kokoiki in North Kohala approximately seven kilometers to the west of Honomaka`u. 3.1.2 Specific Traditional References to Puehuehu Regarding the early history of Puehuehu Ahupua`a little is known. Mary Kawena Pukui (1983:8) offers the following `O1elo Noe `au or poetical saying regarding Puehuehu Aia i Kohala, i Puehuehu Gone to Kohala, to Puehuehu. Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 7 TMK [3] 54-008:002 I Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU I Background Research She offers the following explanation: "Nothing more is left. Used about someone who has lost everything. A play on Puehu (to scatter like fine dust). Also expressed Hof `i i Kohala i Puehuehu." The saying would thus appear to be a matter of word play with little direct relationship to the land of Puehuehu per se. The name "Puehuehu means literally "spray scattered" thus suggesting evanescence or substance lost to the wind. The only detailed tradition identified relating directly to Puehuehu Ahupua`a is the Story of Uma related in full below: He Mo `olelo no Uma Ha `i hou 'ia a Keonaona Kapuni-Reynolds 'O Uma he kanaka 'u'uku a akamai 'o is i ka lua. 'O Kohala i Puehuehu kona 'aina i noho ai. I kekahi la hele aku `o is i ka ndhelehele 'o Pu `uhue kahi dna i hui ai me 'eha kanaka. Aloha aku `o Uma i keia mau kdnaka, aka 'a `ole i lohe `ia, ho `oholo na kanaka a hana `ino id Uma. la Idkou i lele aku ma luna ona ua ho `omake 'ia `ekolu o na kanaka i ka lua, 'o ka ha, ua holo aku 'o is i ka nahele. Holo hou aku `o Uma i Kapia, ma Waimea a nand ala id Mauna Kea. Iho a'e `o is a inu i ka wai kahawai a launa a'e `o is i 'umi kanaka nui. Aloha aku `o is id Idkou, `a'ohe pane. Huli a'e 'o Uma a ha'alele, lele mai ke kanaka ma luna o Uma a ho `omake `ia a Uma. Lele mai na kdnaka `e a `e ma luna 'o Uma, a make lakou a pau koe he `elua kanaka i holo aku mai Uma mai. Huaka `i hou `o Uma i Mahiki, he wahi ma waena 'o Waimea a me Hamakua, a aloha aku `ia 'o is a kekahi kanaka 'elemakule. Pane aku `o Uma id is me ke aloha. Pupuhi a `e ka `elemakule i ka paka, a ha `awi aku is Uma. Id Uma e pupuhi, ho'a`o ka 'elemakule a pahu aku i ka ipu paka i loko o kona waha e ho'omake id Uma. 'A `ole i hiki, `ike mua i ka hana `ino a ka `elemakule, kiloi a'e `o Uma i ka pa `akai i na maka 'o ka 'elemakule, ho `olei i kona pikoi i ka Wi a hahaki 'ia na iwi o ka 'elemakule. Ho `omau aku 'o Uma a Niki aku i kekahi ulu la `au neneleau. Ma laila `o is i `ike aku i kekahi kanaka nunui a noho ana ma ka `aina. Aloha aku 'o is i ke kanaka, aka 'a'ole ke kanaka i aloha mai. Ho `ohuli a'e 'o Uma a ha `alele, lele mai ke kanaka nunui a hapai a `e id Uma i luna loa. 'Ike aku `o Uma no ka pilikia, hd'ule `o is mai na lima a hehe `e ma ke kua o ke kanaka nunui. Id is i Niki aku, pa `a a `ela 'o is i ke kanaka a huhuki a'e i ka hua o ke kanaka, a make. Penei i ola ai `o Uma ma kona mau huaka'i. A Story of Uma Retold by Keonaona Kapuni-Reynolds Uma was a man of short stature but he was skilled in the art of bone breaking. His home is in Puehuehu, Kohala. One day he traveled out in the woods of Pu`uhue where he met four men. He greets them, but isn't acknowledged, and the men decide to make trouble to Uma. As they were jumping on him to kill him, Uma, killed three of the men; the fourth escaped and ran off into the woods. Uma continued on to Kapia, Waimea, facing Mauna Kea. He went down to drink the water from the stream and met ten big men. He greeted the men but there was no answer. As he turned around to leave the men jumped on him but Uma killed Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawai` i Island 8 TUX [3154-008:002 Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU I Background Research them. The others jumped on him and were also killed, until they were all killed except for 2 men who ran off. Uma then continues on his way to Mahiki, a place in the middle of Waimea and Hamakua, where an old man greets him. Uma greets him with aloha. The old man is smoking a pipe, and offers some to Uma. As Uma starts to smoke; the old man tries to push the pipe down Uma's throat to kill him. But he failed, the trick was noticed and Uma threw salt into the eyes of the old man, threw his weapon where it entangled the man's neck and broke all his bones. Continuing on he reaches a thicket of neneleau. There he saw a huge man sitting on the ground, he greets him but there is no reply, as he turns to leave, the big man jumps and lifts Uma over his head. Uma seeing the danger, slips and falls from his hands down the giant's back. When he reached the ground he held fast to the man and ripped his testicles instantly killing him. This is how Uma survived his journey throughout the island. (w%vw.edithkanakaolefoundation.orr_/oroiect/kukulipo/akahi/ 102-neneleau.htm) 3.1.3 Early Historic Period Missionary records in Kohala begin with the Journal of William Ellis where he recorded in 1823: " at noon we stopped at Kapa`au, an inland village, where with some difficulty, we collected a congregation of about fifty, principally women, to whom a short discourse was addressed." The mission field did not appear fruitful and no mission station was established in North Koala until Father Elias Bond arrived at `tole in 1841. 3.1.4 Puehuehu in the Mahele The ahupua `a of Puehuehu was given to Kanaina, as part of LCA 8559, and he returned it to the Government as partial payment of taxes on his other lands. This seems to have been a pattern in the area as Schweitzer and Gomes (2003:93) note: "In the great Mahele, few claims were made on these kula slopes and most of the land fell to the government." Few commoner kuleana LCAs were awarded on the kula slopes of North Kohala (Figure 5). In fact there were two Land Claims LCAs 05239 and 05887 that were not awarded at Puehuehu but their location is unclear. 3.1.5 Mid- to late -1800s The major landmark in the vicinity of the Honomaka`u project area is the Kohala Schools located 400 in to the west on the west side of Kapua Gulch.. The Kohala High and Elementary School began as the Honomaka`u School sometime after 1837 when the government of the Kingdom of Hawaii set aside 1.44 acres there for education. "By 1917, Honomaka`u enrolled 254 students and had seven teachers, overshadowing Halawa and Makapala schools each with about 150 students and five teachers." (Schweitzer and Gomes 2003:115). The school expanded over time graduating the first twelfth grade class in 1926 with major improvements in the 1930s, 1950s and 1960s. Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 9 TlviK PI 54-008:001 i ,_. .r � r � • �' • • � i }�fi �it �. NCO. i� y, i e"1T. T{Y 't t �I � t v.' � 4 r .y � F 1L ✓'.:.' .: � - g.l� 1 a k � � -t ,�, x'71 y� .s ' + 4 "€ i a �eiC. 4 r n 3' eF - 1 t+ .f+^'r �' ? „ter % +a y x .caw � `����t % R�{ iH M w� } } �£i i' 3-` _ r�� / �...� _ ; �.y� y e �. y; , ! "� r 4 w fi?? x i3 �.;�" F� t � aiw �.v Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU I Background Research The modern history of Puehuehu is largely the history of the Union Mill. The 1870s were a time of rapid expansion in the North Kohala sugar industry. Prior to 1873 the only sugar plantation in North Kohala was the Kohala Sugar Plantation Company at Hala`ula (founded in 1863). Between 1873 and 1883 no less than 9 plantations were begun (Halawa Mill and Plantation Company 1873, Union Mill and Plantation Company 1874, Niulii Mill and Plantation Company 1877, Hawi Mill 1878 — later Hawi Mill and Plantation Company, Beecroft Plantation 1879, Star Mill Company 1879, Thompson & Associates 1882, G. F. Holmes 1883 and Kynnersley Brothers 1883) (Dorrance and Morgan 2000:82). Much of North Kohala was transformed into a sea of cane in that decade (Figure 6). In 1873 the Englishman Robert Robson Hind visited North Kohala to examine the prospects ( for sugar farming. Robert Robson Hind's grandson, Robert Renton Hind, produced an account of the memoirs of his father, John Hind, reporting: While on this visit (1873) he.[Robert Robson Hind] appreciated the possibilities I of sugar at Puuehuehu, better known later, as the Union Mill Plantation. He was advised by more than one that he was locating too far away from what was considered the rain belt, but he knew from his observations of vegetation, etc. that I-- the chances for cane growing were far better than the locality on Maui which he had just left. Land was not considered of much value, and a small site was readily secured in fee at a very moderate price. I believe it was $20.00 per acre. In addition the lease of a large tract of land known as Puuehuehu was secured from one Kanehelau at, I Ibelieve, 37 '/2 cents per acre, per annum, and agreements were entered into with Mr. Daniel Vida of Waikapu; Judge C. F. Hart of Kona, Hawaii; Mr. George F. Holmes of Kahua and Mr. James Woods of Puuhue. Shortly after these gentlemen were on the ground, [and was being plowed, and in due time cane was planted and plans laid for the erection of the sugar factory. (Hind 1951:9) John Hind would remember that when he went with his father to the location of the future Union Mill and Plantation Company that: "With the exception of a few patches of cane on upper Halawa, it was open grass land from the Kohala Sugar Co.'s west boundary at Kapaau for a matter of five to six miles." (Hind 1951:11) Mill construction was arduous with the boiler having to be hauled up from the rocky Honoipu Landing over bumpy roads by twelve yoke of oxen. The Union Mill sugar mill was located near the bottom of Union Mil[ Road approximately 500 in to the northeast of the present Honomaka`u project area. The proximity of the mill location suggests that the cane fields in the present project area (specifically field "Puuehuehu 46") would have been developed relatively early during field expansion. The mill was plagued with disastrous fires that broke out in 1874 and 1878 causing much damage. ( Hind decided to sell the ill-fated mill and focus on the budding Haws enterprise instead. James Renton, Daniel Vida, Theo. H. Davies & Co. and the brothers Clement (Cecil) and Ralph Sneyd Kynnersley bought Union Mill for $78,000. New planters came in. The independents in Kohala organized themselves in the Puehuehu Plantation Company, and were joined by the Puehuehu Agricultural Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 1 [ TMK [3] 5 -4 -008:002 - Ir 1 Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU I Backgound Research I Company in 1910. Union Mill harvested 1,260 acres. (Schweitzer and Gomes 2003:108) Ii An account of the subsequent history of the plantation is offered in Hoyt's history of the �J Theo H. Davies Company: I 1 Each owned a quarter interest. Renton had capital, for he had made a fortune in �} the Australian gold fields. He moved from Honolulu to rebuild and then manage the mill, and they changed the name of the company to Union Mill. When the mill was finished, the partners staged a grand ball to celebrate, and James Renton led the march, with Queen Kapi`olani on his arm. It was a fine affair. (Hoyt 1983.78). The population of North Kohala undoubtedly had already dropped precipitously by the time of the first missionary census in 1833 but fell to half that number by the time of the Mahele and continued to fall reaching a nadir circa, 1973. The plantation boom brought in immigrant labor and the population grew sharply (Figure 7). , 3.1.61900s Throughout the first half of the twentieth century there was relatively little change in the total 1 1 area of land in north Kohala under cane cultivation (Figure 8). Details of the twentieth century operations of Union Mill and Plantation are presented in a map of the plantation (Figure 9) and are summarized in Kohala Aina: L Renton's son Henry took over in 1905, employing 280 employees, mostly Japanese. Leslie Wishard succeeded Renton, Jr in 1920. In 1932, Union Mill absorbed the remote Niuli`i Mill and Plantation and continued under Robert Lindsey and Andrew Walker as managers. Acreage reached three thousand acres, of which only one-fifth was leased. In 1937, Kohala Mill purchased Union under CI the supervision of J. Scott Pratt. The processing of cane was transferred to Hala`ula and Union Mill Closed. (Schweitzer and Gomes 2003:108) The workers at Union Mill and Plantation lived in seven camps that were developed in the vicinity including Japanese Camp and Puerto Rico camp and Haole Camp. A Portuguese oven is listed as being "Below Union Mill subdivision in a pasture" (Stevenson 1977:74). None of these camps are believed to have been located in or near the present Honomaka`u project area. The Kohala Sugar Company was the most efficient survivor among the many sugar ' plantations of the Kohala coast. Castle and Cooke decided to shut it down in 1971 and the last cane was processed in 1975 (Dorrance and Morgan 2000:87). The project lands are believed to have remained in cane until the end of sugar production in the early 1970s (Figures 10 & 11) and to have Iain fallow since. The relatively large Takata Store at the west side of the entrance to the project area was built in the 1970s. ( 1 Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Hono nakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 12 TMK 13] 54-008:002 n '1 iii ..�v�• J tors',:, ria v . � �Y. .y,...;.W • �% 1F�'i �.�,< 4 VC. }��t n��d'i -/5 3. y I �-:: ��j4 t V'1 tors',:, ria Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU 1 ••• FIRST CEN5U5 WAS BOND OYCJLT4WW OF MONA2C"r KOI4ALA 1 DITCH MALI LO.AWARDb HAWN. I AR RAkP CO. Research P,wr MG2$BR.: Kofi { HAWI LA51 ME526ER° K-10 i UNION WORLD WA2 X (M3hukona dooed) e5C KOMALA 5HyA2. COMPANY ZOOO 1930 1940 1850 1960 1970 1880 1990 1900 1910 1920 1930 1940 1950 1960 1970 19E YEAR Figure 7. Graph of posited population of North Kohala District from 1830 to 1980 (adapted from Tomonari-Tuggle DLNR Cultural Resources Study 1988:134) Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawai` i Island 14 TMK l31 5.4-008:002 I •:_ 1 r"� .e>��� ars" y�,�..: ��,*'ai� -. hi -11016" GrMT r � •'�Y rd ,u+t .;� i :_r�•R dick:} trFei *'.+ Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU 1 Research Figure 9. Portion of a map of Union Mill and Plantation showing present Honomaka`u project area as lying within sugarcane field "Puuehuehu 46" Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 16 IMK [3] 5-4-008:002 - W I r, } , ,t t Mo A 1� r lL��. ,�t•�.✓'S � I -tom .t 111 ITII see 111 Figure 9. Portion of a map of Union Mill and Plantation showing present Honomaka`u project area as lying within sugarcane field "Puuehuehu 46" Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 16 IMK [3] 5-4-008:002 To �vv jjx-. .......... ...... Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU I Background Research 3.2 Previous Archaeological Research Previous archaeological studies in North Kohala are summarized in Table 1 below. A discussion of germane studies follows. Table 1. Archaeological studies in North Kohala District 'Source Nature of Study Locaho_n Ftudrugs �.... . > . Williams, 1919 Study of A Little Known Waiapuka, Nene Documents diversion Engineering Work In Stream dam & Aqueduct Hawaii Soehren, 1964 Archaeological Mahukona-Kawaihae Brief (10 pg) description Reconnaissance Highway, of 14 sites along 10 mile hwy corridor Bonk, 1968 Archaeological Survey Coastal Tract in Sites very dense near S. North and South Kohala boundary & at Kohala to `Upolu Lapakahi, less dense elsewhere Cluff, 1968 An Analysis of the Koai`e Fishing Analysis of 193 fish Fishhooks Village hooks recovered from Koai`e fishing village Newman, 1968 The Lapakahi Project: A Lapakahi Brief (7 pg) progress Progress Report on report documenting Archaeological Research. excavations by UH Manoa students Newman, Lapakahi-selected Papers Lapakahi Compilation of 5 Connor, Lapakahi studies Peterson, Small & Winter 1968 Withrow, 1968 Study of Site Occupation Koai`e Village Explores reasons for and Desertion desertion of settlement Newman, 1969 The Theory Behind the Lapakahi Posits sequence of 1968 Lapakahi Project. habitation at Lapakahi Rosendahl, Archaeological Research Lapakahi Reports results of major 1969 In The Agricultural work in Lapakahi uplands Uplands Of Lapakahi Soehren, 1969 Archaeological Parker Ranch Coastal Descriptions of sites 50 - Reconnaissance Lands 10-04-2353 & -2358 Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 18 TMK 1315-4-008:002 Cultural Surveys Hawaii fob Code: PUEHU 1 Research :'Source Nature„of,Study ,, Location 9 ;� Frndings Newman, Kelso Hawaiian Fishing And Lapakahi Analysis of traditional Murabayashi, Farming On The Island Hawaiian fishing and 1970 Of Hawaii In A.D. 1778 farming drawing upon Lapakahi data. Rosendahl, Aboriginal Agriculture Upland Lapakahi Ph.D. dissertation places 1972 and Residence Patterns in upland o 1400-1760, Upland Lapakahi reports 10 C14 dates oldest was 1414-1614 Tuggle, 1973 Study of Prehistoric Windward Valleys of Mostly a discussion of Agricultural Growth Kohala TMK: 5-1 research strategy Tuggle & Archaeological Studies Lapakahi Compilation of papers Griffin, 1973 regarding Lapakahi work Beggerly, 1974 Documentation of Pololu Valley Reports data on 50 -10 - Prehistoric Occupation at 03-4916 dune site, a Dune — student paper basaltic glass dates Rosendahl, Report on the A Coastal Portion of Brief (6 pg) study notes 1974 Archaeological Walk- Kukuipahu, TMK 5- numerous sites incl. Through Survey 6-0140+ acres habitations & probable burials Tuggle, 1974 An Interim Report on Windward Valleys of Pololu dune area Archaeological Research Kohala, 1973 Field settlement dated to about Season. (TMK: 3-5- 1500 AD (basaltic glass 1) dates) Cordy, 1976 Re -Analysis of Social Lapakahi Concludes 10 residential Organization groups of 10-30 people at Interpretations Lapakahi Tuggle, 1976 Study of Windward Windward Kohala- Presents detailed account Kohala-Hamakua Hamakua of Pololu work Archaeological Zone Archaeological Zone Beggerly 1978 Partial inventory of North Kohala District Discusses approximately archaeological resources 2 dozen sites Sinoto, 1979a Archaeological Proposed Road Reports 12 sites incl. Reconnaissance Survey Corridor in Kohala cave shelter, C -shape, Estates Development, enclosure, platform, TMK 5-9 terraces, U -shape Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island TMK [3154-008:002 19 Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU 1 Background Research Source Nature of Study _ Location _ 2 ( Fwdmgs t �vt .. j.. 1 •.' Sinoto, 1979b Archaeological Mahukona Properties Brief (10 pg) dentifies 30 Reconnaissance Survey 5 parcels in Kapa`a features incl. ahu, cairn, Nui, Lamaloloa, C -shape, enclosure, mod. Kaiholena, outcrop, shelter, trail Kaupalaoa, & Kehena 2 Hammatt, and Archaeological Surface Coastal Lands in 27 sites mapped incl. 17 Folk, 1980 Survey and Subsurface Pao`o, TMK: 5-7-1:5 habitation sites, 5 canoe Testing sheds, 4 burials & 1 ko `a Rosendahl, Archaeological Kohala Makai-I Documents 8 features 1980 Reconnaissance Survey Development Site, incl. mod. outcrop, Waika, TMK 3-5-9- walled shelter, midden 01:6, 38.2 acre conc., pavement & cairn Schilt and Limited Phase I Mahukona Documents 45 sites and Sinoto, 1980 Archaeological Survey Properties, TMK 5-7- site clusters incl. C- 1:20 & 23; 5-8-1: 9, shapes, mod. outcrops, 10, 11,16, 17 & 18; ahu, trails, enclosures 1,044 acres Kaschko, 1982 Intensive Archaeological Puakea Bay Ranch Documents numerous Survey and Test Roadway Corridor, features at sites 50 -10 -01 - Excavations Lands of Honoipu 5667 & -5668; reports 2 and Puakea, 5-6- C14 dates of 1640 +/-60 & 01:24, 43, 68 1720+/- 80 AD Rosendahl, Archaeological Proposed Access Brief (5 pg) study 1982a Reconnaissance of 3 road Road Corridors, discusses site 50 -10 -02 - corridors Puakea Bay Ranch, 4143 Honoipu Rock Puakea and Honoipu, Gardens, a historic TMK 5-6 artifact scatter & boulder alignment Rosendahl, Archaeological Puakea Bay Ranch, Documents features A t - 1982b Reconnaissance Survey, Lands of Puakea and R incl. garden areas, Honoipu, 440 acre shelters, platforms, walls & old railroad bed Barrera, 1984a Preliminary Report on Puakea Bay Ranch, Documentation of Archaeological Survey Hawaii 5-6-01:24, approx. 97 sites incl. (Draft); B) Supplement: 440 acres mounds, walls, shelters Ad'l Archaeological interpreted as late pre - Sites; C) Archaeological contact inland Survey (Revised) agricultural sites Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala. Hawai` i Island 20 TMK [3] 54-008:002 U I H I H H I 11 I I H I 0 I- Cultural Surveys Hawaii lob Code: PUEHU I Research Source < • ,;; '' Nature of Study .. '`Locatton Frndriigs Barrera, 1984b Archaeological Maliu, 1700 acres Notes Kukuipahu Heiau Reconnaissance: & 6 other sites incl. enclosures, walls, C - shape & a historic artifasct scatter Kaschko, 1984 Archaeological. Kohala Coastal Describes 12 sites incl. Reconnaissance Parcel, Kapaanui and railroad bed, caims, Kou, TMK: 5-7- shelters, platforms, 02:11; 232+ acres multiple burial complex Rosendahl, Archaeological Field Proposed Brief (4 pg) report. No 1984 Inspection Conservation District sites but notes proximity Residential Site, of 50-10-01-7012 Puakea Bay Ranch Honoipu Landing & 50 - Development, Land 10-01-4143 Honoipu of Puakea, (Portion Gardens of lot C-1 Only). TMK: 5-6-01:024; 2 acres Allen, 1985 Limited Archaeological Kahua Shores Reports 38 sites mostly Reconnaissance Survey Coastal Parcel; habitation and burial Kahua 1; TMK 3-5- 9-01:007; 79.8 acres Hammatt, and Archaeological Survey & Kohala Ranch Reports 30 sites incl. ahu, Borthwick, Excavations habitation terrace & 1986 burial platform Neller, 1986 Archaeological Proposed Educational Discusses Mo`okini Assessment Center And Museum Heiau (site 2328) & In Pu`uepa and Kamehameha birth place Kokoiki, Hammatt, and Archaeological 1,288 Acres for a Describes 13 sites on Borthwick, Reconnaissance Proposed Residential relatively level table 1987 Community, Kohala lands incl. ag. terraces, Ranch, ahu & overhang shelter Barrera, 1988 Archaeological Data HRHP 6785 Puakea Brief (3 pg) report of Collection Letter to Bay Ranch, Puakea minimal finds, tested Rosemary M. J. Chen, 5-6 possible grave Puakea Bay Ranch Tomonari- A cultural Resources North Kohala District Presents a historic Tuggle 1988 study summary analysis Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 21 TMK I3] 54-008:002 Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU I Research Sodree; Nature`of Study Locahou Findings Bonk, 1989 Archaeological Survey Waika, TMK 5-9-7:1 No finds area of 1800' by 470' (19.4 acres) Dunn & Archaeological Inventory Kapaanui Documents 26 sites with Rosendahl 1989 Survey Agricultural 66 + features incl. cairn, Subdivision, Land of trail, mod. outcrop, Kapaanui and Kou, enclosure, terrace, TMK: 3-5-7-02:11 platform; excavated 47 test units (25.4 M2); burials at 5 sites; reports 5 C14 dates oldest 1400- 1660 AD Rosendahl, Archaeological Inventory Kapaanui Relocates cart road site 1989 Survey Agricultural 50-10-01-12350 Subdivision (identified by Peterson Reservoir Site, Lands 1968) of Kapaa 1 stand 2nd, TMK 5-6-01: por. 035 Hammatt, and Archaeological Gulch area within Describes 24 sites; builds Borthwick, Reconnaissance 1,314 Acres of on Hammatt, and 1990 Addended to Kohala Ranch, TMK: Borthwick, 1987 study Archaeological 5-9 that did not cover gulches Reconnaissance of 1,314 reporting overhangs, cave Acres for a Proposed shelters, trails, C -shape, Residential Community ahu Kohala Ranch, North Kohala Burgett and Archaeological Inventory Mahukona Property, Identified 101 sites Rosendahl, Survey Lands of Kou, comprising 246 features 1990 Kamano, Mahukona 1st and 2nd, Hihiu, and Kaoma, Carlson & Archaeological Inventory Conservation District 21 sites identified within Rosendahl 1990 Survey — Kapaanui Ag. Kapaanui Conservation Subdivision, Lands Zone project area & 2 of Kapaanui and other sites (13686 & Kou, TMK: 3-5-7-02: 12446) east of the project Por. 11 area Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 22 TMK 13] 54--008:002 1. C Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU l Background Research Source' mNature 6f Stvdy ," " Location' Findings Stafford, Preliminary Report: Kou, Kamano, Discussion of sites 50-10- Marlenajon, Assessment of Cultural Mahukona 1st and 01-13575, -13576, - Hoshida, Coit, and Historical Values, 2nd 13577, -13578, -13580, - Hoshida, Discussion of Site 3581,-13582,-13584,- 13581,-13582,-13584,- Soloman, Soloman, 1990 Relationships, Disclosure 13586,-13587,-13588,- 3586,-13587,-13588,- of Additional Site of 13593,-13597,-13599,- 3593,-13597,-13599,- Discoveries, Discoveries, 13600,-13601,-13602,- 3600,-13601,-13602,- Recommendations for Recommendations 13603, 13612, -13650, - Development and 14892 and -14893 Interpretation Barrera, 1991 Archaeological Inventory Kahua, TMK: 5-9- Notes 1 wall — no site # Survey Preliminary draft: 07:7; 28.8 acres assigned Burgett and Additional Mahukona Property, Reports 28 new sites with Rosendahl, Archaeological Inventory Lands of Kou, 63 features incl. mod. . 1991 Survey Kamano, Mahukona outcrops, terraces, trails, 1st and 2nd, Hihiu,. enclosures, alignments, and Kaoma, TMK: 3: cairns & C -shapes 1-3, 10-14, 16-18 Cordy, 1991a Archaeological Proposed Access SHPD review study Reconnaissance Road Corridors, Puakea Bay Ranch, Puakea and Honoipu, Cordy, .199lb SHPD documentation of State land near r Burial Site 50-10-01- a site visit of collapsed Kapa`a Park, Kapa`a 14,949 grave TMK: 5-6-01:37 Barrera, 1992 Archaeological Inventory Four Sites in the 4 sites near Puakea Bay Survey Conservation incl. Honoipu Dry Land District.Puakea, Ag. Terraces & 3 TMK: 5-6-2:41 habitation sites Cordy, 1992 Documentation of Family Niuli`i Ahupua`a, State Site 18,056 Cemetery Graves, 1992 Archaeological Inventory Kohala Makai-I Reports 14 sites with 28 Survey Project Area Land of features incl. temp. hab., - Waika, TMK: 5-9- ag, shrine, military & 1:06 trail Streck, 1992 Archaeological U.S. Coast Guard No significant finds Reconnaissance Survey Loran Station, Upolu Point TMK: 5-6-01: 001-005, 009 & 010 Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau. North Kohala, Hawaii Island 23 TMK l3] 5-4-008:002 I._ Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU 1 Background Research Source Nature of, Study ,, , - Location r ° Findings Barrera, 1993 Archaeological Inventory Four Sites in the Brief (11 pg) Survey 1993 Supplement Conservation District documentation of 4.5 m2 Investigations Puakea, TMK: 5-6- of excavations at sites 2:41 reported in Barrera 1992, minimal findings Burgett and Summary of Kapaanui Summaries findings of 5 Rosendahl 1993 Archaeological Inventory Agricultural archaeological surveys Surveys Subdivision and (Kaschko 1984, Dunn Mahukona Property, and Rosendahl 1989, Lands of Kapaanui, Burgett and Rosendahl Kou, Kamano, 1990, Carlson and Mahukona 1st and Rosendahl 1990 and 2nd, Hihiu, and Burgett and Rosendahl Kaoma 1991) documenting 179 sites with 465 features Denham, Archaeological Inventory Property at TMK: 5- Only 1 site, 50 -80 -02 - Brennan and Survey with Subsurface 5-08:01, 20, 43, 45, 17782 a low rock Kennedy, 1993 Testing Report 48, 51, & 52, in the alignment Ahupua`a of Hawi, Pahoa, and Honomakau, 230 acres Denham, Cruz, Archaeological Inventory Along the North Only 2 sites both at Maigret and Survey of 100' wide Kohala Trail Halawa Gulch: 50 -80 -02 - Kennedy 1993 corridors along cane haul Corridor, From 18423 a taro ag complex road & along the coast Ka`auhuhu to and —18429 two terraces Halawa Ahupua`a, Smith, 1993 SHPD Inadvertent Burial Meadows Site 50-10-05-19821 Discovery report Subdivision Kahua 1 bones in a lava blister TMK 5-9-014:009 near Keawewai Gulch Yent, 1993 Archaeological Lapakahi State Discusses impacts to site Monitoring Report: Historical Park North 0080 a mound, minimal Waterline Construction Kohala finds Project Adams, and Archaeological Inventory Upland Portions of Mostly historic Athens, 1994 Survey Kukuipahu and commercial sugar & Awalua, 614 acres Kukuipahu Heiau Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Hononnakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 24 TMK PI 54-008:002 0 LI lil I III 0 T, L.' L I Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU I Research Source Nature of,Study Location Findings ".; Erkelens and Archaeological Inventory Kohala Plantation Documents 5 road sites, 2 Athens, 1994a Survey Village, east from wire station sites, 3 Hana`ula Gulch 720 clearing mound sites, a acres flume/ditch construction, 2 railroad construction sites, I historic to `i, 1 pre-european site & 5 historic cemeteries Erkelens and Archaeological Inventory Seaward Portions of Historic mule station Athens 1994b Survey Waiapuka, buildings & 1 burial at Makanikahio 1, and cliff edge Makanikahio 2, 122 acres near Pololu Lookout Wulzen, Head Interim Report, Chalon International Interim Report, on and Archaeological Inventory Mahukona Mauka Mahukona Mauka Goodfellow, Survey Parcel, Mahukona 1st Archaeological Inventory 1994 and 2nd, Hihiu and Survey Kaoma, Langlas, 1994 Report of an Pu`u of Mauka University of Hawaii Investigation of the Kawaihae & Kalala study including a review Hawaiian Cultural Ahupua`a, S & N of historic literature Significance of Kohala TMK: 3-5-9 Candidate Sites for the & 3-6 Kamuela Area (Hawai`i) NEXRAD Installation Part 1:Candidate Sites for the NEXRAD Installation O'Hare and Interim Report: Kahua Makai/Kahua Interim Report: on Data Goodfellow Archaeological Shores Coastal Recovery Excavations 1994 Mitigation Program Parcels, and of Site 50-10-05-4015 Phase II: Data Recovery Kahua 1, Excavations O'Hare, and Interim Report: Phase II Chalon Mahukona Interim summary of work Goodfellow, - Data Recovery Lodge Project, at 179 sites with, 464 1994 Archaeological Kapa'anui, Kou, component features Mitigation Program Kamano, Mahukona 1 st and 2nd, Hihui, and Kaoma, TMK: 5- 7-003:001-003, 010 - Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 25 TMK [3] 5A-008:002 Cultural Survevs Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU 1 Research Source Niture of Study rr L;ocation ;, Findings 014, 016-018 Spear and Archaeological Inventory Kohala Water Identifies 5 sites: 3 in Chaffee, 1994 Survey of 2 long pipeline Transmission System Waikoloa & 2 in Makiloa routes Project, North and S. Kohala. No sites in N. South Kohala Kohala Barrera, 1995 Archaeological Inventory Lamaloa, Kaipuhaa 19 sites several habitation Survey and Koaeae, , Hawaii sites & many burials Island: TMK: 5-7- 01:11 Wulzen and Phased Archaeological Chalon International 25 sites with 53 features Goodfellow, Inventory Survey Phase Mahukona Mauka incl. roads, trails, 1995 II -Data Collection Parcel 164 acres enclosure, alignments, mounds & terraces; 30 excavations at 15 sites; 2 C14 dates oldest 1260- 1420 AD Barrera, 1997 Archaeological Inventory Waika TMK:5-9-05: Brief (7 pg) description Survey 4,5 of 1 site 21181 a series of stone walls interpreted as a historic livestock barrier O'Hare and Archaeological Kahua Makai/Kahua Reports 4 C14dates from Goodfellow, Mitigation Program Data Shores Coastal Site 50-10-05-4015 all 1997 Recovery Parcels, and of ranging into modern Kahua 1 times Barrera, 1998a Archaeological Data Puakea, TMK:5-6- Work at 3 sites recorded Collection at Three Sites, 002-011 by Barrera in 1984: 6762, 6763 & 6754, one site not relocated, reports on 5.5 m2 of excavations; minimal finds Barrera, 1998b Archaeological Data Puakea, (TMK: 5-6- See above Collection at Two Sites 002:11) Graves and, Archaeological Inventory Kahua Makai/Kahua Reports 68 sites with 179 Franklin, 1998 Survey Shores Coastal features including many Parcels, Lands of permanent & temp. Kahua 1'-2 and habitation sites; 5 C14 Waika, TMK:5-9- dates oldest 1420-1640 01:007 & 008; 103 AD Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honotnakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 26 TMK [3154-008:002 I I Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU I Research Source of Study ��Lafl Findings ,Nature acres Borthwick, Archaeological. Kaiholena TMK: 5- Brief (15 pg) 2000 Assessment 8-01:16; 262 acres reconnaissance documentation of 15 site areas Corbin, 2000 Archaeological Data Kohala Makai-I Results of Data Recovery Recovery Project Area Land of at Sites 16170 & 16173 Waika, (TMK: 5-9- 01:06) Corbin, n.d. Archaeological Proposed Access Not seen Reconnaissance Road Corridors, Puakea Bay Ranch, Puakea and Honoipu, Rechtman, 2000 Archaeological Survey roughly 100 X 100 No finds foot area on a Pu'u named Waiakanoula, in Kahuna 2nd Ahupua'a, Corbin, 2001 Arch. Reconn. Survey Mahukona-Offsite Reports 25 features incl: Irrigation Pipeline 2 enclosures, 5 mod. Corridor Project, outcrops, 2 ranch Land of Awalua, boundary walls & 16 pre- Ha'ena, Kapunapuna, contact boundary walls Kapa'a 1-2, Kapa- anui, Kou, Kamano, & Mahukona (TNIK:5-6-01, 5-7- 02) Dye and Maly, Archaeological Inventory Coastal Portion of See Dye 2003 2001 Survey Kaiholena Ahupua'a, (TMK: 5-8-01:11) Haun,2001 Archaeological Proposed Wellness No finds Assessment Retreat Buildings Lands of Hana'ula & Honopueo Clark and Archaeological Data Pdo'o Ahupua'a, Data recovery at SIHP Rechtman, 2003 Recovery TMK: 3-5-7-01:5 Site 2382, a habitation terrace, much disturbed, findings modest Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honornakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Wand 27 TMK [315-4-008:002 Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: Pli 1 Background Research Source Nature of Study. I ocahou ' 'Fmdrngs ` ' Site 7105 Sugar Mill Sites (Hoea Mill, Hawi Mill, Union Mill) Site 7123 Kohala Club Hotel Corbin, 2003 Additional Project IV ofKohalaFurther work at 4 sites Site 7128 Archaeological Inventory Ranch, Waika and described by Hammatt Survey Kali 1 & 2, TMK and Borthwick 1986, 87 3-5-9, 930 -acres &90 Dye, 2003 Revised Archaeological Kaiholena Ahupua`a, Describes 216 historic Inventory Survey TMK: 5-8-01:11; 260 sites reporting 5 CI" dates acres all around 1800. Kubo and Archaeological Habitation Complex, Site 50-10-0572489, Pre- Rosendali Stabilization and Land of Kahua 2nd, contact habitation 2003 Restoration complex Clark and Archaeological Inventory Kamano, Mahukona 1 site, 24095 an enclosure Rechtman, 2004 Survey 1 st and 2nd, & Hihiu yielded pre -contact Ahupua`a, TMK: 3- artifacts 5-7-02:12, 190 acres 0 H n Archaeologists have tended to think of North Kohala District as falling into three topographic zones: the deep valleys of the northeast coast, the gulch dissected slopes of the windward side), + and the generally little eroded slopes of the leeward side (Tuggle 1973; Tomonari-Tuggle 1988). L More than 90% of the archaeological studies in North Kohala have been on the leeward side west of `Upolu Point. Major studies of the gulch dissected slopes of the windward side (including the {� terrain of the present study area include: Tomonari-Tuggle 1988; Denham, Brennan & Kennedy ! 1993; Denham, Cruz, Maigret and Kennedy 1993; Erkelens and Athens 1994. r• Tomonari-Tuggle 1988 (North Kohala Cultural Resources) study Tomonari-Tuggle prepared a cultural resources study for North Kohala District for the DLNR Division of State Parks to serve as a data base for the management of cultural resources (Table 2 and Figures 12 & 13). 1 Table 2. Sites of the Windward Kula Slopes Described in Tomonari-Tuggle's 1988 North Kohala Cultural Resources Study I in Hs"%fitiiro esky is efa Site 7100 Father Elias Bond District (including church and school) Site 7105 Sugar Mill Sites (Hoea Mill, Hawi Mill, Union Mill) Site 7123 Kohala Club Hotel Site 7125 Kapa`au Commercial District Site 7127 Kohala Courthouse Site 7128 Kamehameha Statue Site 7139 Hdi Commercial District Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawai` i Island 28 TMK [3154-008:002 R U 0- 0 H 1 tL1 y,. s e `qi + � .yam✓ :. 1 tL1 y,. Culnual Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU 1 Background Research wr► a,NwWa Ki Figure 13. Distribution of cultural resources in the Windward Kula Slopes of North Kohala District (adapted from Tomonari-Tuggle DLNR Cultural Resources Study 1988:11 52) Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island TMK 13] 5-4-008:002 30 Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU I Background Research Denham Brennan & Kennedy 1993 (230 -acre) study fArchaeological Consultants of Hawaii carried out an archaeological inventory survey of a 230 -acre project area on the seaward side of Akoni-Pule Highway between Haw! and the Kohala Schools located approximately 1 kilometer west of the present Honomaka`u study area. Their study area is quite similar both in topography and land use history. Although it was known there had formerly been a sugarcane worker's camp "(Camp #5) for Japanese and Korean laborers in 1 the project area no associated site was identified. This is explained in that in 1960 "the homes were picked up and moved to another location" (Denham, Brennan & Kennedy 1993:10) seemingly leaving no archaeological trace. "The only feature located on the subject property was a low rock alignment (Feature A) at State Site # 50-80-02-17782. The low rock alignment was interpreted to be a boundary of Site # 17782, a possible cemetery." (Denham, Brennan & Kennedy 1993:1) However this study did locate three other sites in Kukukua Gulch that proved to be just east (outside) of their project area (Table 3 and Figure 14). Furthermore, the authors noted two additional sites (Denham, Brennan & Kennedy 1993:1313). On the eastern bank of Kumakua Gulch they note the presence of a mound or platform 3.3 m by 2 m by 0.5 m high. In Lipoa Gulch another platform (5 m by 4 m by 1 m high) believed to be a burial. The authors conclude that the general absence of sites: "is attributable to the direct and indirect effects of sugar cane cultivation." (Denham, Brennan & Kennedy 1993:1) Table 3. Sites Identified in the Inventory Survey of a Nearby 230 -Acre North Kohala Project Area (adapted from Denham, Brennan & Kennedy 1993:131) or, Hlis " e iel: ^,,ny �� [�o ._ . .`U'F [ ems• s i qt&.j . �yyyRt . :t Y 110 Site 17781 A boulder with petroglyphs interpreted as Preservation a possible birthing stone Site 17782 Two low rock alignments and at least 6 Preservation low rock mounds understood as a nineteenth century cemetery Site 17783 Two low burial platforms with Preservation headstones — a historic cemetery Site 17784 A low rock mound (interpreted to be a Preservation burial mound), 3 depressions and a low rock alignment Mound or platform 3.3 Function not suggested Outside survey area on m by 2 m by 0.5 m high private property. no on the eastern bank of treatment recommendations Kumakua Gulch (No were made site # assigned) Platform (5 m by 4 m by Believed to be a burial Outside survey area on 1 m high) at Lipoa private property. no Gulch (no details as to treatment recommendations location) were made f Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 31 I TMK [3] 5-0-008:002 E E n l � «n m I'd N 7 r moi_ N N u 06 � a r i 020 K Pa W m E N L CW m,, s, m` C t r m m • ry L N m m Yaa E ap m W W T T T m®1 'a 1 E n l � � m I'd N 7 r moi_ N N u 06 ri< i 020 K Pa m E N L CW m,, s, m` C t r ap m W W T T T m®1 'a 1 n l � � � T > N 7 r moi_ N ap m W W T T T m®1 'a 1 F Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU I Background Research Denham, Cruz, Maigret and Kennedy 1993 Archaeological Consultants of Hawaii carried out another archaeological inventory survey in the vicinity in 1993 along a 6.3 -mile long, 100 -foot wide corridor for a coastal trail. The trail alignment extended from seaward of Hawi Town to Halawa passing through seaward Puehuehu Ahupua`a. While the authors note that "Boulder scatters, low earthen mounds, and alignments litter the side of the trail" (Denham, Cruz, Maigret and Kennedy 1993:1) they were considered to be plantation deposits and were not treated as sites. Similarly two historic dumps and a blast hole were noted but were not treated as sites. Only two sites were designated both at the eastern end of the study corridor (at a distance of 5.5 kilometers or more east of the present Honomaka`u study area) at Halelua and Halawa (Table 4). Site 50-80-02-18423 is a well-defined agricultural taro terrace complex and site 50-80-02-18429 two agricultural terraces (1 possibly natural). In addition the Denham, Cruz, Maigret and Kennedy (1993:25, 26 & Appendix C) study presents data on Ohai Heiau (or "O`ahu" Heiau; Site 50-80-02-18424) at coastal Halelua Gulch located 5.5 kilometers east of the present Honomaka`u study area. The heiau was reported as destroyed by Thrum (1907:64) with remnants used for a wall. Thrum relates that some of the human remains uncovered during demolition of the heiau were re -interred at the site possibly within the wall. Table 4. Sites Identified in the Denham, Cruz, Maigret and Kennedy 1993 6.3 -Mile Long, 100- 1 , Foot Wide Coastal Trail Corridor Study �stonaro erfy, to Yeaoa iiEie tlmut�nctatio> Site 18423 (Halawa Gulch) Well-defined agricultural taro Interpretive Preservation terrace complex Site 18424 Ohau Heiau "remains of the wall which was Concern for possible re- (Halelua Gulch) constructed after the demolition interments within wall of Ohau Heiau" were noted Site 118429 (Halawa Gulch) Two agricultural terraces Preservation Erkelens and Athens (1994) 720 -acre study Erkelens and Athens (1994) carried out an archaeological inventory survey of a 720 -acre project area running along the seaward side of Akoni-Pule Highway between Kapa`au and Halawa. The western edge of their study area at Hana`ula Gulch is approximately 1.5 kilometers east of the present Honomaka`u study area and is quite similar both in topography and land use history. A total of seventeen sites were identified and were described as shown in Table 5 and Figure 14., Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 33 TMK [3] 54-008:002 Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU I Background Research Table 5. Sites Identified in the Erkelens and Athens (1994) Inventory Survey of a Nearby 720 - Acre North Kohala Project Area (adapted from Erkelens and Athens 1994:157) HistonPi"eInte>'etatinn` ,`r�`. , :,!�s'. .. ��.t? �'a✓ ��*�r3ltecpprmend'atidn�`�` r � z, ,., tr�st.'�Tv'a . �� � , '�,. .r, :a'+' =*etas :,` t,FX'�. �a^ = 3 �..8y, u 4 �'. �m Site 17825 Historical cemetery Preservation Site 17826 Historical cemetery, Historical taro to `i Preservation Site 17827 Terraces and mounds No Longer Significant Site 17828 Historical mill road and clearing mounds No Longer Significant Site 17829 Mill wire station No Longer Significant Site 17830 Historical mill road No Longer Significant Site 17831 Mill wire station No Longer Significant Site 17832 Historical mill road No Longer Significant . Site 17833 Pre -European activity area Preservation Site 17834 Historical mill road No Longer Significant Site 17835 Historical mill road and clearing mounds No Longer Significant Site 17836 Historical cemetery Preservation Site 17837 Train roadbed No Longer Significant Site 17838 Train roadbed No Longer Significant Site 17839 Possible historical cemetery Preservation Site 17840 Historical cemetery Preservation Site 17841 Historical cemetery Preservation I_] U r, It may be noted that only one site (Site 17833) was understood to predate western contact. No I substantial features were found during test excavations at the site and the site was basically an "anomalous linear pile of rock" with associated midden, lithic artifacts (volcanic glass and a j polished basalt flake) and charcoal concentrations that dated to c. A.D. 1600 - 1800 (Erkelens l_} and Athens 1994:63, 100). The identified taro to `i was thought to post-date the advent of the Kohala Sugar Company irrigation system. 4 Regarding the import of the post -European sites Erkelens and Athens (1994:99) comment: With the exceptions of the cemeteries identified during this survey and select (' portions of the Kohala Mill complex, none of the plantation era sites should be 1, l considered as significant historic resources. None of the sites have integrity of 1.1 Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 34 n TMK [3] 54-008:002 j ` Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU t Background Research construction, represent unique types, or contain potential information important to the interpretation of the past that is not already documented in available sources. Erkelens and Athens (1994:iii) posit that the near century of sugar cane cultivation in the project lands "virtually erased the archaeological record from most of the area." 3.3 Background Summary and Predictive Model Site densities on the gently sloping tablelands of windward North Kohala that were typically under sugarcane cultivation for nearly a century are indicated to be very low. Site 17833 described as a "Pre -European activity area" (Erkelens and Athens 1994:157) is just about the only pre -contact site recorded in the vicinity. Sugarcane infrastructure was largely removed after the period of its utility ended. Typically only roadbeds remain from former sugarcane cultivation activity. A number of small historic cemeteries and graveyards have been reported scattered over the landscape particularly at the edges of suitable cane land. Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 35 TMK [3154-008:002 11 Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU I Results of Fieldwork i �I Section 4 Results of Fieldwork Fieldwork was undertaken on June 20, 2006 by Auli`i Mitchell B.A., Leilani Pyle B.A. and David Shideler M.A. under the overall guidance of Hallett H. Hammatt Ph.D. Approximately 3 man -days were spent in the investigation including travel time. The project land was accessed from the `Akoni Pule Highway (Highway 270) on the south side and also from the north side of the Takata Store that lies on west side of the flag -lot entry to the project area. The project area was found to be densely overgrown (Figures 15& 16) with a variety of exotic vegetation dominated by Christmas -berry (Schinus terebinthifolius) and guava (Psidium guajava) (see the following Botanical Study for the Honomaka `u Project Area for greater detail on the plant community). The land was relatively level and ground visibility varied from good to poor. 4.1 Survey Findings ( j The project area was traversed in pedestrian sweeps starting in the southern neck and then moving through the main northern body of the parcel. The entire parcel did indeed appear to l have been former sugar cane land on the basis of the uniformity of the ground surface, the 1 i absence of relief and the absence of stones. The ground surface was virtually stone free. The ruins of two small shacks were observed just outside the northeast portion of the project area (Figures 17 & 18). These did not appear to have been primary residences of long standing but may have been work places associated with plantation work or squatters sheds from the 1970s. No historic significance was attributed to these structures or the late twentieth century trash piles (Figure 19) observed in the vicinity. One aggregation of approximately a dozen small boulders and large cobbles (Figure 20) was observed in an area approximately 2 in by 1.5 in in the northeast portion of the project area. These did not appear to be set in the ground or to be in alignment. Consideration was given to whether these could mark a historic grave but this was discounted because: 1) the rocks were not set in the ground, 2) they were not in an alignment, 3) there were no other aggregates of stones in the vicinity, 4) the area did not seem to be typical of the known small graveyards in the general vicinity that tend to be near breaks in slope at the edge of former fields, and 5) because the area is understood to have been under continuous sugar cane cultivation for nearly a century. In summary no archaeological sites or features were identified during the fieldwork or are 1 believed to exist within the Honomaka`u project area. V i l I Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honorakau, North Kohala, Hawaii island 36 TMK [31511-008:002 • �j RINI; Az rl 4 i �rvx` �i -74 f S it j s? Yl r rte. c y V A i s r � i' rs _ �.ss aTs r/Ifv ,.`_ er ✓ �. , .gym �i i r y. S^•'*,ep• �`_�a!_`r+,.; .. yf n �o°.�b'��a�"�ah44�.q. 6.�-aa,a�.. z�.la r..@„ ,.. ' 1f `s;., ;�� tai w�2 r��a w . a:. rte\..* a.u•< � w r � '� � '.' y E c� Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU I Botanical Section 5 Botanical Study for the Honomaka`u Project Area This area was previously all in sugar cane, abandoned since the demise of sugar production in Kohala in the 1970s. The current vegetation is composed entirely of alien species. The area has been so completely disturbed as to leave no native species at all. Plant Species Checklist - North Kohala Library Project Families are arranged alphabetically within each of two groups, Dicotyledons (Table 6) and Monocotyledons (Table 7). Nomenclature of these two groups follow Wagner, Herbst and Sohmer, 1990. Other works consulted include: Haselwood et al. 1983, Motooka et al. 2003, Neal 1965, and Staples, and Herbst 2005. For each species the following information is provided: 1. Scientific name 2 Common English or Hawaiian name when known 3.Occurrence of species in the project area. 4. Status (all species identified are "exotic' except for the ubiquitous Ipomoea indica which is indigenous) Table 6. Dicotyledons Present within the Honomaka`u Project Area , Stidfitific name " '; t ." Common name ;Occurrence = Status $` ACANTHACEAE Justica betonica White Shrimp Plant Common near edges. Exotic Thunbergia fragrans White thunbergia, vine, Very common in understory Exotic ANACARDIACEAE Schinus terebinthifolius Christmas berry Dominant tree Exotic ARALIACEAE Scheffleria actinophylla Octopus tree Numerous Exotic ASCLEPIADACEAE Asclepias physocarpus Balloon Plant Patches in open sunny places Exotic ASTERACEAE Conyza bonariensis Hairy Horseweed Uncommon on open edges Exotic Senecio madagascariensis Madagascar ragwort Scattered Exotic BIGNONIACEAE Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Koh" Hawaii Island 40 TMK [3154-008:002 Cultural Survevs Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU 1 ,Y tg1sci ni1f C II ' ea MERK Spathodea campanulata �, ., .78mid-OlL"u-Il�R�C' ',j .Cd LF' i #a nN'4`,"Y: African Tulip Tree M OC�currence V:' _ r}1+ Few trees scattered Exotic CONVOLVULACEAE Ipomoea indica Morning -Glory, Koah Only one patch seen Indigenous EUPHORBIACEAE Ricinus communis Castor bean Scattered Exotic FABACEAE Chamaecrista nicitans ssp. Patellaria var. glabrata Partridge pea Common understory Exotic Desmodium sp. Florida Beggarweed Common in understory Exotic Indigofera suffruticosa Indigo Common understory Exotic Macroptilum atropurpeum No common name Uncommon vine Exotic Mimosa pudica Sensitive plant Not common Exotic LAMINACEAE Hyptis pectinata Comb hyptis Uncommon Exotic MALVACEAE Sida rhombifolia No common name Uncommon Exotic MYRTACEAE Psidium guajava Guava Co -dominant with Christmas berry Exotic Syzgium cumini Java Plum Scattered trees Exotic PASSIFLORACEAE Passiflora edulis Lilikoi Fairly common vine growing over other vegetation Exotic Passiflora pulchella Wing -leaf Passiflora Not common Exotic PHYTOLACCACEAE Rivina humilis Coral berry Common in understory Exotic RUBIACEAE Borreria laevis Button weed Not common Exotic TILIACEAE Triumfetta semitriloba Sacramento burr Common in understory Exotic Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 41 TMK [315-4-008:002 Cultural Survevs Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU 1 �3ctenttfic named 4 < , Gommo ame w �Occurr c A Sds tat VERBENACEAE Clerodendron chinense Pikake Pilau Uncommon Exotic Lantana camara Lantana Scattered in understory Exotic Stachytarpheta, jamaicensis Jamaica vervain, of Common in more open areas Exotic Table 7. Monocotyledons Present within the Honomaka`u Project Area HS:.' r s -y z ,Sctetfttfic came ^�.'.n �+, s. E+f }L Common name �assat �.za-..?� ,`6 r u�L'cu=,aur F"' WOccarrence �y ? Status�,Yf `_$`�'�.H..S`�. s....v LILIACEAE Hippeastrum striatum Amaryllis, Barbados Lily Small patches, widely scattered, "naturalized in pastures" (Staples and Herbst, 2005 Exotic COMMELINACEAE Commelina diffusa Honohono, dayflower Uncommon Exotic POACEAE Pennisetum purpureum Napier grass, Elephant Grass Large, dense patches Exotic Setaria glauca Yellow Foxtail Sparse in understory Exotic The development of the Honomaka`u project area will have no adverse effect on native plant species. Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 42 TMK [3154-008:002 Cultural Survevs Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU 1 Cultural Impact Assessment Section 6 Cultural Impact Evaluation for the Honomaka`u Project Area 6.1 Traditional Cultural Practices Traditional cultural practices are based on profound awareness concerning harmony between 1 man and their natural resources. The Hawaiians of old depended on these cultural practices for survival. Based on their familiarity with specific places and through much trial and error, Hawaiians communities were able to devise systems that fostered sustainable use of nature's resources. Many of these cultural practices have been passed down from generation to generation and are still practiced in some of Hawaii's communities today. This project seeks to assess traditional cultural practices as well as resources pertaining to the Honomaka`u project area within Puehuehu Ahupua`a. This section will convey the different types of traditional practices, cultural resources associated with the vicinity. 6.2 Gathering for Plant Resources I Upland resources were utilized by Hawaiians for a multitude of purposes. Forest resources were gathered, not only for the basic needs of food and clothing, but for tools, weapons, canoe - building, house construction, dyes, adornments, hula, medicinal and religious purposes. Within r the project area itself no specific documentation was found in regards to gathering of plants during traditional Hawaiian times. A review of the botanical study indicates that no native plant species are present within the Honomaka`u project area. Although certain exotic species present such as guava (Psidium guajava) and castor bean (Ricinus communis) have been used for cultural practices historically these plant species are ubiquitous on disturbed lands in the vicinity and no particular value is attributed to these exotic weedy plants. During this evaluation there were no ongoing practices related to traditional gathering rights identified in the present project area. Mrs. Clara Takata, owner of the Takata Store knew of no native gathering practices within the project area. 6.3 Hunting Practices No hunting practices are known to take place in the project area or vicinity. No signs of pigs or any other game were observed during the fieldwork. While we know of no detailed information regarding pig hunting in the vicinity a distribution map of pig densities indicates pigs are "sparse" in the area (van Riper & van Ripper 1982:25) 6.4 Marine Resources The project area lies more than two kilometers back from the coast and no direct or indirect impact to marine resources or to access to marine resources is indicated. Atchamlogical, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 43 TMK 1315-0-008:002 i Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU 1 Cultural Impact Assessment '@A 6.5 Historic Properties 1 No historic properties of cultural concern are known within or in the immediate vicinity of the Honomaka'u project area. 6.6 Burials No specific documentation was found regarding iwi (ancestral remains) in the project area. None of the people contacted mentioned. any. burials that would be affected by the proposed project. 6.7 Trails The main cross-ahupua `a inland trail appears to have been more or less the present Akoni- Pule Highway alignment since time immemorial. Roads to the coast are present just to the east and west of the present Honomaka'u project area. Development of this parcel is anticipated to t have no effect on access issues. 6.8 Wahi papa (Storied Places) No Wahi pans or "Storied Places" are known in the vicinity. 6.9 Results of Community Contact Process During this study an effort was made to contact and consult with Hawaiian cultural organizations, government agencies, and individuals who might have knowledge of and/or concerns about traditional cultural practices at the proposed Kohala Public Library project location on a 3.8 -acre parcel in Puehuehu, North Kohala in Honomaka'u Town. The individuals, organizations, and agencies we attempted to contact and the results of consultations are presented in the table below. Table 8. Cultural consultations regarding the proposed Kohala Public Library project at Honomaka'u, Pliehuehu Ahupua'a, North Kohala District Name Background, Affdiation Comments Ayau, Halealoha Hui Mdlama O Nd Kupuna O Hawaii Nei No cultural concerns at this time. MacDonald, Ruby Office of Hawaiian Affairs Community Resource Manager No response. Solomon, Malama Kama'dina of Kohala No response. Takata, Clara Owner of Takata Store See interview. Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohale, Hawaii Island 44 '[MIC [3] 54-008:002 i Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU I Cultural Impact Assessment On June 12, 2006 Cultural Surveys conducted an on-site interview with Mrs. Clara Takata, owner of the Takata Store in Haw -i, Kohala on the island of Hawaii. Mrs. Takata specifically commented: It was my father-in-law who started Takata Store in the 1920s, I think it was 1923. The land behind where they are planning to build the library was the property of Mr. Mike Gomes. All I remember is that the area as all sugar cane before time. I know of no burials or cultural sites that can be found in the planned area. I have never seen anyone use that are to gather plants or anything else. The Fernwhite Family used to raise horses and would go through the area. It might be a problem for parking. I think they should parking closer to the Highway. This new store was built in the 1970s. My father-in-law Keizo opened up a shop in a small building that is no longer here to sell kimono. Later groceries were brought in to sell. That is pretty much all I know. Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 45 TMK I3] 54-008:002 Cultural Surveys Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU l Project Effect and Mitigation Recommendations Section 7 Project Effect and Mitigation Recommendations No archaeological, historical, or cultural sites were identified within the Honomaka`u project area. No native plants were observed at all on these recent sugarcane field lands and there are no concerns regarding potential impacts to plant species or communities. No on-going cultural practices were identified and no impact to traditional cultural practices would occur through development of this parcel. 7.1 Project Effect Development of this Honomaka`u project area will have no adverse impact on archaeological, historical or botanical resources or on any on-going cultural practices 7.2 Mitigation Recommendations No further archaeological, cultural impact assessment or botanical study is indicated for this Honomaka`u project area." 7.3 Disposition of Materials No materials were recovered or removed from the Honomaka`u project area. Archaeological, Cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomalrau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 46 i TMK 13] 54-008:002 Cultural Survevs Hawaii Job Code: PUEHU I References Cited Section 8 References Cited Adams, Jim and J. Stephen Athens 1994 Archaeological Inventory Survey, Upland Portions of Kukuipahu and Awalua, North Kohala, Hawaii. 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State Parks Archaeological, cultural and Botanical Study for a 3.8 -Acre Parcel at Honomakau, North Kohala, Hawaii Island 56 TMK [315-4-008:002 208 ON 9 PM 2 19 N_ALi 01(:: L__'FD'\�1MENT COUNTY OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS COUNTY OF HAWAII HILO, HAWAII DATE: May 30, 2008 Memorandum TO Christopher J. Yuen, Planning Director Planning Department FROM Galen M. Kuba, Division Chiu✓ dA Engineering Division SUBJECT Change of Zone Application (REZ 08-000078 ) State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (SLU08-000019) Applicant: Department of Accounting and General Services Location: Puehuehu, N. Kohala TMK: 3/ 5-4-008:002 We reviewed the subject application and our comments are as follows: DRAINAGE All development generated runoff shall be disposed of on-site and shall not be directed toward any adjacent properties. 2. The applicant shall be informed that if they include drywells in the subject development, an Underground Injection Control (UIC) permit may be required from the Department of Health, State of Hawaii. 3. A drainage study shall be prepared, and the recommended drainage system shall be constructed meeting with the approval of DPW. EARTHWORK All earthwork and grading shall conform to Chapter 10, Erosion and Sediment Control, of the Hawaii County Code. EXHIBIT Memorandum to PD — REZ 08-000078 May 30, 2008 Page 2 of 2 The applicant shall comply with Chapter 11-55, Water Pollution Control, Hawaii Administrative Rules, Department of Health, which requires an NPDES permit for certain construction activity. IC MMATA7_\'L.S The Hawaii Belt Highway, fronting of the subject property, is under the jurisdiction of the Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT). Comments and requirements concerning this road should be obtained from the HDOT. Should there be any questions concerning this matter, please feel free to contact Kiran Emler of our Kona Engineering Division office at 327-3530. KE copy: ENG-HILO PLNG-HILO/KONA Hawaii County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer 2088 MRY 22 Aft 10 00 DEPARVU �brFL�� �TIPPLY • COUNTY OF HAWAII 345 KEKUANAO`A STREET, SUITE 20 • HILO, HAWAII 96720 TELEPHONE (808) 961-8050 • FAX(808)961-8657 May 21, 2008 TO: Mr. Christopher J. Yuen, Planning Director Planning Department FROM: Milton D. Pavao, Manager SUBJECT: STATE LAND USE BOUNDARY AMENDMENT APPLICATION (SLU 08-000019) CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION (REZ 08-000078) APPLICANT — STATE OF HAWAII, D.A.G.S. REQUEST: A -20A TO RS -15 TAX MAP KEY 5-4008:002 (PORTION) We have reviewed the subject applications and have the following comments and conditions. Water can be made available from an existing 8 -inch waterline within Akoni Pule Highway, approximately 650 feet from the subject parcel. The current water availability conditions in the area, which are subject to change without notice, allow for only one (1) unit of water, at a maximum of 600 gallons per day, per existing lot of record. The Department has no objection to the proposed change of zone application subject to the applicant understanding and accepting the following conditions: 1. Prior to effecting a water commitment for the proposed project, the Department would request estimated maximum daily water usage calculations, prepared by a professional engineer licensed in the State of Hawaii, for review and approval. The water usage calculations should include the estimated peak flow in gallons per minute (GPM) and the total maximum daily water use in gallons per day. 2. As indicated in the subject applications, the Department's existing water system does not have adequate capacity to provide the required 2,000 GPM flow for fire protection, as required per the Department's Water System Standards. However, the installation of a pressure-reducing/pressure sustaining valve station at the Department's Kynnersley 91 site would allow the water system to provide 2,000 GPM at the proposed , Kohala Library site. 3. The proposed land use will require the installation of a reduced pressure type backflow prevention assembly within five (5) feet of the meter on private property, the installation of which must be inspected and approved before water service can be activated. 4. Subject to other agencies' requirements to construct improvements within the road right-of-way fronting the property affected by the proposed development, the applicant shall be responsible for the relocation and adjustment of the Department's affected water system facilities, should they be necessary. EXHIBIT SCANNED 39Yff 61 s ��� , .. Water brincg6 progreS6... Ely: The Department of Water Supply Is an Equal Opportunity provider and employer. To file a complaint of discrimination, write: USDA, i ire Rights. Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 14th and Independence Avenue, SW, Washington DC 20250-9410. Or call (202) 720.5964 (voice and TDD) Mr. Christopher I Yuen, Planning Director Page 2 May 21, 2008 Should there be any questions, you may contact Mr. Finn McCall of our Water Resources and Planning Branch at 961-8070, extension 255. FM:dfg copy - State of Hawaii, Department of Gerald Park Urban Planner yours, Pavao, P.E. ieneral Services Harry Kim Mayor P(7 ? 39 _-`,?,1TAAENT ,OUN i:Y dF HAU✓AI May 14, 2008 County of Hawaii POLICE DEPARTMENT 349 Kapiolani Street Hilo, Hawaii 96720-3998 (808) 935.3311 Fm(808)961-2389 Lawrence K. Mahuna Police Chief Harry S. Kubojiri Deputy Police Chief TO CHRIST PH ER J. YUE , PLANNING DIRECTOR 1 FROM HEN�Y . TAVARES ASSISTANT CHIEF, AREA II OPERATIONS SUBJECT : StateLandUse Boundary Amendment Application (SLU 08-000019) Request: Agricultural to Urban Change of Zone Application (REZ 08-000078) Applicant: State of Hawaii, DAGS Tax Map Key: 5-4-8:portion 2 Staff has reviewed the above -referenced applications and has no comments or objections to offer at this time. JNS:dmv EXHIBIT "Hawai'i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer" 041404 HarryKim PIRY 22 Pel ? 52 PLAN lhiihd; -May 13, 2008 1W ' ,RTMENT " r•. e Oi MM Ur HAWAII Countp of TA)abjai4l HAWAII FIRE DEPARTMENT 25 Aupuni Street • Suite 103 • Hilo, Hawat`i 96720 (808) 981-8394 • Far (808) 981-2037 TO: CHRISTOPHER J. YUEN, PLANNING DIRECTOR FROM: DARRYL OLIVEIRA, FIRE CHIEF Darryl J. Oliveira Fire Chief Glen P.I. Honda Deputy Fire Chief SUBJECT: STATE LAND USE BOUNDARY AMENDMENT APPLICATION (SLU 08-000019) REQUEST: AGRICULTURAL TO URBAN CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION (REZ 08-000078) REQUEST: A -20a to RS -15 APPLICANT: STATE OF HAWAII, DAGS TAX MAP KEY: 5-4-8:PORTION 2 In regards to the above-mentioned State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application and Change of Zone application, the following shall be in accordance: Water supply shall be in accordance with UFC Section 10.301(c): "(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. ARR OLIVEIRA Fire Chief PBW:Ipc EXHIBIT SCANNED MAY 7 ZO gy; U 416 1 3 atm Hautai'i County is an Equal opportunity Prwider and Employer. Harry KimtOQR MRY 1 Fpm ? 56 Mayor ui=-�%";R I MENT v( N i OF HMMII MEMORANDUM Bobby Jean Leithead Todd Director Nelson Ho Deputy Director (9uunfV of"hfuai`i DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, Hawaii 96720 (808) 961-8083 Fax (808) 961-8086 httv://co.hawaii.hi.us/directory/dir envmne htm Date : May 1, 2008 To CHRISTOPHER YUEN, Planning Director From: BOBBY JEAN LEITHEAD-TODD, Director A/1-/ Subject: State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (SLU 08-000019) Request: Agricultural to Urban Change of Zone App (REZ 08-000078) Request: A -20a to RS -15 Applicant: State of Hawaii, DAGS TMK: 5-4-8:oortion 2 We have reviewed the subject application and offer the following recommendations: DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: WASTEWATER COMMENTS: N/A ( ) No comments 1 Require connection of existing and/or proposed structures to the public sewer in accordance with Section 21-5 of the Hawaii County Code. Require Council Resolution to approve sewer extension in accordance with Section 21-26.1 of the Hawaii County Code. Complete D.E.M. Sewer Extension Application. I Require extension of the sewer system to service the proposed subdivision in accordance with Section 23-85 of the Hawaii County Code. TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMENTS: Nd Cl'? �Ev�✓t nan-J,�w, tti� , SOLID WASTE COMMENTS: ( ) No comments (%A Commercial operations, State and Federal agencies, religious entities and non-profit organizations may not use transfer stations for disposal. (�ct) Aggregates and any other construction/demolition waste should be responsibly reused to its fullest extent. (� Ample and equal room should be provided for rubbish and recycling. (�) Greenwaste may be transported to the green waste sites located at the Kailua and Hilo transfer stations, or other suitable diversion programs. O0) Construction and demolition waste is prohibited at all County Transfer Stations. ( ) Submit Solid Waste Management Plan in accordance with attached guidelines. ( ) Existing Solid Waste Management Plan is to be followed. Provide update to the department on current status. ( ) Other: cc: SWD,- r -- 10705 041a.ii. County of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. VJ LINDA LINGLE GOVERNOR OF HAWAUpp� f}RY ? 4 May 7, 2008 PLANI*j( COUNTY' STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT 4 LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION DIVISION 601. KAMOKB.A BOULEVARD, ROOM 555 KAPOLEI, HAWAII 96707 Christopher J. Yuen, Planning Director County of Hawaii Planning Department 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 Hilo, Hawaii 96720-4224 Dear Mr. Yuen: LAURA H. THIELEN lllAmvFASIX+ BOMD OF LAND MD N AMRAL RESOURCES COMMMSIOM ON WATER RESOURCE MµMFl.1FNT RUSSELLY.MIJI f Vum KEN KAWAHARA DF DQtE R -WATER A UAMCR RCET BOAM.AHDOCE.WRECRFATRW BUREAU MW YANC£S COMMISSION OH WAThR RESOURCE MANAOFMCVT CONSERVATIONANON ✓J1N CQVSFRVATWN ANDMSOURG NQIWRCFMEM FIVGWEERBIO RI 6 K AMERVA E HISTIRIC PRESER V ATION KAHW UWE 6LANp pPSEIf VECQNMLCSpN MU HATE vARKB LOG NO: 2008.1620 DOC NO: 0805MD04 Archaeology SUBJECT: Chapter 6E-8 Historic Preservation Review — Request for Comment on a State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (SLU 08-000019) Requesting Agricultural to Urban Change of Zone Application (REZ 08-000078), A -20a to RS -15, Applicant State of Hawaii, DAGS Puehuehu & Kapua Ahupua`a, North Kohala District, Island of Hawaii TMK: (3) 5-4-008:002 (Por.) Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the aforementioned project. We determine that no historic properties will be affected by this project because: ® Intensive cultivation has altered the land ❑ Residential developmentlurbanization has altered the land ® Previous grubbingtgrading has altered the land ❑ An accepted archaeological inventory survey (AIS) found no historic properties ❑ SHPD previously reviewed this project and mitigation has been completed ® Other: SHPD previously reviewed this project during the NPDES assessment phase, and made the determination at that time that no historic properties would be affected by the proposal (Log No. 2008.0832, Doc No. 0803MD65). In the event that historic resources, including human skeletal remains, cultural materials, lava tubes, and/or lava blisters/bubbles are identified during the construction activities, all work needs to cease in the immediate vicinity of the find, the find needs to be protected from additional disturbance, and the State Historic Preservation Division, Hawaii Island Section, needs to be contacted immediately at (808) 981- 2979. Please contact Morgan Davis at (808) 981-2979 if you have any questions or concerns regarding this letter. Aloha, Nancy McMahon, Archaeology Branch Chief State Historic Preservation Division EXHIBIT � 041284 LINDA LMG GOVERNOR OP HAWAII P�08 �i9Y 27 Ria rOUPJTY' FNT OF HAW.411 STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES LAND DIVISION County of Hawaii Planning Department 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 Hilo, HI 96720 Attention: Mr. Christopher J. Yuen Planning Director Dear Mr. Yuen: POST OFFICE BOX 621 HONOLULU, HAWAII 96809 May 22, 2008 LAURAH.MELEN CHAR@ERs01: BONN OF L V.D aM NARRAL RESOOP[E4 (gNM65ANW WAIFR PP.WlI.9(fE MAVAGE?IFM SUBJECT: State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (SLU 08-000019) Ag to Urban Change of Zone Application (REZ 08-000078) Request A -20a to RS -15 — State of Hawaii, Department of Accounting and General Services; North Kohala, Hawaii; TMK: (3) 5-4-008:002 Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on the subject matter. The Department of Land and Natural Resources' (DLNR) Land Division distributed or made available a copy of your report pertaining to the subject matter to DLNR Divisions for their review and comments. At this time, enclosed are comments from the (a) Forestry & Wildlife, and (b) Hawaii District office of the Land Division on the subject matter. Should you have any questions, please feel free to call my office at 587-0433. Thank you. Enclosures Sincerely, Moms M. Atta Admmistrator EXHIBIT 8 SCANNED MAY 2 8 1008 By:—R-4-1-7-2,L LMA LMGLE GOVEMROFMg M STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES LAND DIVISION POST OFFICE EOX 621 HONOLULU, HAWAII 96809 May 1, 2008 MEMORANDUM LAURA H. THIELEN CHMtPEPSW+ BOMDOF IANON NA UtM pFyptI CCMMLSSgN ON WATER R65GUR[(NM'PGFMEM TO: DLNR Agencies: . _Div. of Aquatic Resources _Div. of Boating & Ocean Recreation x En ineerin Divisi n x Div. of Forestry & Wildlife —x�iv'oi tate ar __x_Div. of Water Resource Management x Office of Conservation & Coastal Lands x Land Division – (Hawaii District office) FROM: orris M. Atta 4?1 i SUBJECT: State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (SLU 08-000019) Ag to Urban Change of Zone Application (REZ 08-000078) Request A -20a to RS -15 LOCATION: North Kohala, Hawaii, TMK: (3) 54-008:002 APPLICANT: State of Hawaii, Department of Accounting and General Services (DAGS) Transmitted for your review and comment on the above referenced document. We would appreciate your comments on this document. Please submit any comments by May 21, 2008. A copy of the document is available for your review in Land Division office, Room 220. If no response is received by this date, we will assume your agency has no comments. If you have any questions about this request, please contact my office at 587-0433. Thank you. Attachments ( We have no objections. We have no comments. ( ) Co entsQ are attached. Signed: Date: l PAUL J. CONRY, ADMINISTRATOR cc: Central Files DIVISION Df :`9RESTRY AND WILDLIFE MAY - 5 2008 LMA LINGLE CAV OROFHAWMI TO LAUM H. THIELEN CtVatPE0.mN eoiwn of urvn uro n'�nmu RFsalacFs (pAM6SpN CN N'ATFJI REW I.RCE MPN.LLiQAIN! STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES LAND DIVISION• - POST OFFICE BOX 621 HONOLULU, HAWAII 96809 May 1, 2008 MEMORANDUM DLNR Agencies: _Div. of Aquatic Resources _Div. of Boating & Ocean Recreation -A-Engineering Division X Div. of Forestry & Wildlife X Div. of State Parks X Div. of Water Resource Management X OMrr of onservation 8 ands x Land Division — (Haw'441aii District office) FROM: orris M Att SUBJECT: a State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (SLU 08-000019) Ag to Urban Change of Zone Application (REZ 08-000078) Request A -20a to RS -15 LOCATION: North Kohala, Hawaii; TMK: (3) 5-4-008:002 APPLICANT: State of Hawaii, Department of Accounting and General Services (RAGS) Transmitted for your review and comment on the above referenced document. We would appreciate your comments on this document. Please submit any comments by May 21, 2008. A copy of the document is available for your review in Land Division office, Room 220. If no response is received by this date, we will assume your agency has no comments. If you have any questions about this request, please contact my office at 587-0433. Thank you. Attachments ( ) We have no objections. We have no comments. ( ) Comments are attached. Signed: Date: cc: Central Files 2008 MRY 28 PRI ? 38 LN'DA LNGLE GOVERNOR OF HAWAII i' i^d li`•iiN::' 'f ":i;T dENT iULi`vi Y 01- FiA'1A/A[I STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES LAND DIVISION County of Hawaii Planning Department 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 Hilo, HI 96720 Attention: Mr. Christopher J. Yuen Planning Director Dear Mr. Yuen: POST OFFICE BOX 621 HONOLULU; HAWAII 96809 May 23, 2008 LAURA H. THIELEN cNA<av[RSON BOMDOf fANp,Wp NnIllIW. RESO�RICES CWR.1 hTOV T' \VAfER RFS0.WCE MNJPGENIN( SUBJECT: State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (SLU 08-000019) Ag to Urban Change of Zone Application (REZ 08-000078) Request A -20a to RS -15 — State of Hawaii, Department of Accounting and General Services; North Kohala, Hawaii; TNM: (3) 5-4-008:002 Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on the subject matter. The Department of Land and Natural Resources' (DLNR) Land Division distributed or made available a copy of your report pertaining to the subject matter to DLNR Divisions for their review and comments. In addition to the comments previously sent you, enclosed are additional comments from (a) Engineering Division and (b) Land Division on the subject matter. Should you have any questions, please feel free to call my office at 587-0433. Thank you. Sincerely, orris M. Atta Administrator Enclosures SCANNED BY4��Y_____--- - LMA LINGLE GOVEMOROFMWAII 1008 PM ?? ?$ Af;r,fipli=; "a";R MENT :OLIN i Y OF HAWAII STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES LAND DIVISION POST OFFICE BOX 621 HONOLULU, HAWAII 96809 May 1, 2008 I • �:-v� lul LAURA H. THIELEN CXAPGERSOW OH .W OF ..Wm LVJOANp NAT W RESOV0.[ES WAl£R RESOLTCE MANAOQ.¢N! TO: DLNRAgencies: s- r- _ Div. of Aquatic Resources of Boating & Ocean Recreation _Div. -A-Engineering Division - r -- IN rr x Div. of Forestry & Wildlife ; : > < < x Div. of State Parks c ' r„ m x Div. of Water Resource Management x Office of Conservation & Coastal Lands x Land Division — (Hawaii District office) FROM:orris M. Atta SUBJECT: State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (SLU 08-000019) Ag to Urban Change of Zone Application (REZ 08-000078) Request A -20a to RS -15 LOCATION: North Kohala, Hawaii; TMK: (3) 5-4-008:002 APPLICANT: State of Hawaii, Department of Accounting and General Services (RAGS) Transmitted for your review and comment on the above referenced document. We would appreciate your comments on this document. Please submit any comments by May 21, 2008. A copy of the document is available for your review in Land Division office, Room 220. If no response is received by this date, we will assume your agency has no comments. If you have any questions about this request, please contact my office at 587-0433. Thank you. Attachments ( ) We have no objections. ( ) We have no comments. ( Comments are attached. Signed _ Date: ZZ cc: Central Files DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES ENGINEERING DIVISION LM/MorrisAtta Ref.: DAGSKohalaPublicLibrary Hawaii.382 COMMENTS ( X) We confirm that the project site, according to the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), is located in Zone X. The National Flood Insurance Program does not have any regulations for developments within Zone X. () Please take note that the project site, according to the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), is located in Zone. () Please note that the correct Flood Zone Designation for the project site according to the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) is _. () Please note that the project must comply with the rules and regulations of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) presented in Title 44 of the Code of Federal Regulations (44CFR), whenever development within a Special Flood Hazard Area is undertaken. If there are any questions, please contact the State NFIP Coordinator, Ms. Carol Tyau-Beam, of the Department of Land and Natural Resources, Engineering Division at (808) 587-0267. Please be advised that 44CFR indicates the minimum standards set forth by the NFIP. Your Community's local flood ordinance may prove to be more restrictive and thus take precedence over the minimum NFIP standards. If there are questions regarding the local flood ordinances, please contact the applicable County NFIP Coordinators below: () Mr. Robert Sumitomo at (808) 768-8097 or Mr. Mario Siu Li at (808) 768-8098 of the City and County of Honolulu, Department of Planning and Permitting. () Mr. Kelly Gomes at (808) 961-8327 (Hilo) or Mr. Kiran Emler at (808) 327-3530 (Kona) of the County of Hawaii, Department of Public Works. () Mr. Francis Cerizo at (808) 270-7771 of the County of Maui, Department of Planning. () Mr. Mario Antonio at (808) 241-6620 of the County of Kauai, Department of Public Works. () The applicant should include water demands and infrastructure required to meet project needs. Please note that projects within State lands requiring water service from the Honolulu Board of Water Supply system will be required to pay a resource development charge, in addition to Water Facilities Charges for transmission and daily storage. (X) The applicant should provide the water demands and calculations to the Engineering Division so it can be included in the State Water Projects Plan Update. () Additional Comments: () Other: Should you have any questions, please call Ms. Suzie Agraan of the Planning Branch at 587-0258. Signed: ERIC ,T.HHIIRANO, CHIEF ENGINEER (Z Date: J Z" 4 '�08 DE�P"ARTME" i i7F LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES ?LWNNiF•IC:: _' Wh I IENT LAND DIVISION r,01IN-]Y Of- WWII MEMORANDUM To: Morris Atta Administrator From: Charlene Unoki Gi1s�tJ�l%�t.3 Assistant Administrator Date: May 22, 2008 Re: State Land Use Boundary amendment Application (SLU 08-000019) Ag to Urban Change of Zone Application (REZ 08-000078) Request A -20a to RS -15, South Kohala, Hawaii, Tax Map Key: (3) 5-4-8:2 The following recommendations should be included in any comments regarding the above -referenced project: 1. If any portion of the project includes hillsides or cliffs with a slope grade of 20% or greater, a slope study to determine the risks of rockfalls or landslides should be required as a condition of approval. 2. If a rockfall or landslide risk is determined or is suspected to exist, the developer should be required to create a hazard buffer zone in areas susceptible to such hazards that is of sufficient width to protect the health and safety of future .homeowners in the vicinity of those risks. If a rockfall or landslide risk is determined or is suspected to exist, the developer should be required to provide a written disclosure of those risks to all potential homeowners. Should you have any questions, please call me at 587-0426. •- LINDA LINGLE GOVERNOR :888 N9Y 28 Psi ' .7 48 PLANVfl(.' 'E-`% TMENT ,OUNTY OF HAWAII MEMORANDUM STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH P.O. BOX 916 HILO, HAWAII 96721-0916 CHIYOME L. FLIKINO, M.D. Dirwor of Health DATE: May 21, 2008 TO: Christopher J. Yuen Planning Director, County of Hawaii FROM: Newton Inouye ci Acting District Environmental Health Program Chief SUBJECT: State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (SLU 08-000019) Request: Agricultural to Urban Change of Zone Application (REZ 08-000078) Request: A -20a to RS -15 Applicant: State of Hawaii, DAGS TMK: 5-4-8:portion 2 Underground Injection Systems (Ph. 586-4258) which receive wastewater or storm runoffs from the proposed development need to address the requirements of Chapter 23, Hawaii State Department of Health Administrative Rules, Title 11, "Underground Injection Control." The applicant would need to meet the requirements of our Department of Health Air Pollution Rules, Chapter 60. 1, Title 11, State of Hawaii for fugitive dust control. If there is need to discuss these requirements, please contact our Clean Air Branch staff at Ph. 933-0401. Construction activities must comply with the provisions of Hawaii Administrative Rules, Chapter 11-46, "Community Noise Control." 1. The contractor must obtain a noise permit if the noise levels from the construction activities are expected to exceed the allowable levels of the rules. 2. Construction equipment and on-site vehicles requiring an exhaust of gas or air must be equipped with mufflers. SCANNED 2008 EDEx BIT 2900 MA8 ~ Christopher J. Yuen Page 2 of 2 May 21, 2008 3. The contractor must comply with the requirements pertaining to construction activities as specified in the rules and the conditions issued with the permit. Should there be any questions on this matter, please contact the Department of Health at 933- 0917. The Department of Health does not have any objections to the proposed change in land uses. However, existing or planned land use activities adjacent to the proposed residential area should be compatible with a residential neighborhood. Lands formerly used for sugarcane production are now being developed into communities where residential homes, schools and commercial businesses are being constructed. Chemicals associated with the sugarcane industry persist in soil today and may be a threat to public health and the environment. Elevated arsenic levels were discovered in soil at former sugarcane production areas on the islands. The HEER Office has identified former sugarcane production areas for assessment throughout the state and plans to work with property owners to conduct environmental assessments to identify and address elevated soil arsenic levels prior to finalizing development plans for the properties. We recommend that you review all of the Standard Comments on our website: htti)://hawaii.gov/health/envirorimentaUenv-planning/landuse/landuse.html, Any comments specifically applicable to this project should be adhered to. WORD:SLU 08-000019.at LINDA LINGLErty"IY ,� Governor •008 Iii g r�rf7 s ys J V 0 y JAMES R. AIONA, JR. )'LAN!'-ilnl(`9i rS 959, Lieutenant GovernorCoUt`vIrr, I RTME vF HAWAII �i THEODORE E. Liu '0 Y Director MARK K. ANDERSON LAND USE COMMISSION Deputy Director Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism State of Hawai i May 13, 2008 Mr. Christopher J. Yuen, Director Planning Department County of Hawaii Aupuni Center 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 Hilo, Hawaii 96720-3043 Dear Mr. Yuen: Subject State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (SLU 08-000019) Agricultural to Urban Change of Zone Application (REZ 08-000078) A -20a to RS -15 State of Hawaii, DAGS Puehuehu, North Kohala, Hawaii Tax Map Key: 5-4-08: por. 2 RODNEY A. MAILE Interim Executive Officer SANDRA M. MATSUSHIMA Chief Clerk BERT K. SARUWATARI Senior Planner FRED A. TALON Drafting Technician We have reviewed the subject applications forwarded by your memorandum dated April 25, 2008., This office previously provided comments on the Draft Environmental Assessment for the subject project by letter dated August 6, 2007. In that letter, we acknowledged that the applicant intended to submit a boundary interpretation request with our office to determine the area within the Agricultural District in support of a boundary amendment petition. Our records do not indicate that such a request was filed with our office. As such, we recommend that before any decision is made on the subject applications, a request for a boundary interpretation be submitted for our determination. We have no further comments to Offer at this time. Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the subject applications. Should you have any questions, please feel free to call me or Bert Saruwatari of our office at 587-3822. Sincerely, RODNEY A. MAILE Interim Executive Officer EXHIBIT �Q rJ IN 0 <7 Q cI J �y , i;a . 041468 735 SOUm BM Am sr8[aT O Sun8406 O HONOWLn, BAWAI I 96813 O T¢ (808) 587-3822 O Fax (808) 587-38270 F WL: luc@dbedl hawaii.gov Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2359, Honolulu, Hawaii 96804 RDAGSSLUAd -7/1/08 COUNTY OF HAWAII PLANNING DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDATION STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING & GENERAL SERVICES STATE LAND USE BOUNDARY AMENDMENT (SLU 08-000019) Upon careful review of the request, the Planning Director is recommending that a favorable recommendation for the State Land Use Boundary Amendment application be forwarded to the County Council. This recommendation does not, however, sanction the specific plans submitted with the application as they may be subject to change given the specific code and regulatory requirements of the affected agencies. Since this recommendation is made without the benefit of public testimony, the Director reserves the right to modify and/or alter this position based upon additional information presented at the public hearing. The favorable recommendation is based on the following findings: 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 it be inconsistent with the Land Use Commission Rules and the County General Plan. According to the Land Use Commission Rules, one of the standards for considering an area for urban reclassification states that "In determining urban growth for the next ten years, or in amending the boundary, 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 area conforms to this standard as it is situated adjacent to existing Urban -designated lands. Although the project site is designated Agricultural, the portion of the property fronting the Akoni Pule Highway is designated Urban. The applicant's request to designate 3.475 acres into the Urban District reflects the infilling of Agricultural -lands within this section of North Kohala already surrounded by Urban -designated lands. The applicant requests a concurrent Change of Zone from Agricultural (A -20a) to Single -Family Residential 15,000 square feet (RS -15) to construct a public library on the site. -1- The Urban District request would be consistent with the goals and polices of the Land Use element of the General Plan. The LUPAG Map component of the General Plan is a representation of the document's goals, policies, standards and courses of action. It is also a graphic depiction of the physical relationship between the various land uses. The LUPAG Map establishes the basic urban and non -urban form for areas within the County. The Urban District request conforms to the General Plan Land Use Pattern Allocation Guide (LUPAG) Map, which designates this area as Low Density Urban. Thus, the area under consideration is consistent with the urban form established for this section of North Kohala as depicted on the LUPAG Map. The project site is located in an urban -like setting adequately served by transportation, utilities, commercial establishments and other amenities. The reclassification and proposed rezoning will allow the property to be used for the development of the new Kohala Public Library. The urban classification also conforms to the standard that the development is within reasonable proximity to centers of trading and employment and to basic services such as schools, police and fire protection, transportation systems and water. The project site is located near urban -type uses, including the Takata Store, Kohala Elementary and High Schools and thus conforms with the Land Use Commission Rules that encourages urban development in close proximity to existing developments, services and facilities. Access to the project area will be from Akoni Pule Highway, under the jurisdiction of the State Department of Transportation. Water is available from the County's water system. Police and fire protective services are within close proximity to the project site, in Kapaau. All essential utilities can or will be made available to the project site. Urban Districts shall include lands characterized by "city -like" concentrations of people, structures, streets, urban level of services and other related land uses. Surrounding properties are in agricultural, commercial or residential uses. The Takata Store is located west of the project site. Kohala Elementary and High School is located approximately .2 miles to the west. The property has no severe geological or topographical problems which cannot -2- cannot be properly rectified or which would render the land unusable. The U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency designates the property as Zone "X", areas outside of the 500 -year flood plain. Any improvements to the property must comply with Chapter 27 of the County Code relating to Flood Hazard Control. Thus, the reclassification meets the standard which states that the lands included within the urban district "... shall be those with satisfactory topography and drainage and reasonably free from the danger of floods, tsunami and unstable soil conditions and other adverse environmental effects." While the project site is situated within the State Land Use Agricultural and County's Agricultural (A -5a) zoned district, it is not currently being used for active agricultural purposes. The property is identified as Prime Agricultural Land under the State of Hawaii's Agricultural Lands of Importance to the State of Hawaii (ALISH) Map but is not in agricultural use. Currently overgrown with trees, grass and weedy vegetation, the property was previously used for growing sugar cane. The Land Use Study Bureau's Overall Master Productivity Rating for the soils in the area is "B" or "Very Good". Surrounding lands to the north and east of the property are designated Urban, while lands to the south and west are designated Agricultural. A study titled "Archaeological Assessment, Cultural Impact Assessment and Botanical Survey for a 3.8 -acre Parcel at Honomakau, Pueuehu Ahupuaa, North Kohala, Hawaii Island (7MK: 5-4-8: 2) was conducted by Cultural Surveys Hawaii, Inc. in September 2006 (Appendix B, Final Environmental Assessment, October 2007). No archaeological, historical, or cultural sites were identified on the site. The study concluded that "the development of this Honomakau project area will have no adverse impact on archaeological, historical or botanical resources or on any on-going cultural practices." In a letter dated May 7, 2008, the DLNR-HPD has stated that no historic properties will be affected because intensive cultivation and previous grubbing/grading has altered the land, and the Historic Preservation Division has reviewed this project during the HPDES assessment phase and a determination was made at that time that no historic properties would be affected by the proposal. -3- The reclassification of 3.475 acres from the Agricultural to the Urban designation will not be detrimental to the reduction of this area from the agricultural land inventory in the County of Hawaii. Based on the above, the approval of the State Land Use Boundary Amendment from the Agricultural to the Urban District complements the State Land Use District Regulations and is supportive of the State of Hawaii Plan. The accompanying draft bill to amend the State Land Use Boundaries Map is provided for your favorable consideration. IN COUNTY OF HAWAII ORDINANCE NO. STATE OF HAWAII BILL NO. CP14,11"VvV frt) AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE STATE LAND USE BOUNDARIES MAPS FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII BY CHANGING THE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM THE AGRICULTURAL TO THE URBAN DISTRICT AT PUEHUEHU AND KAPUA, NORTH KOHALA, HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY: 5-4-008:PORTION 002. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAII: SECTION 1. The State Land Use Boundaries Maps for the County of Hawaii are amended to change the district classification of property described hereinafter as follows: The district classification of the following area situated at Puehuehu and Kapua, North Kohala, Hawaii, shall be Urban: Beginning at the southwest corner of this parcel of land, the direct azimuth and distance from the southwest corner of Lot A being: 205° 03' 193.97 feet, the coordinates of said point of beginning referred to Government Survey Triangulation Station "PUU 0 NALE", being 12,990.72 feet North and 9,573.36 feet East, thence running by azimuths measured clockwise from true South: 2050 03' 418.38 feet along the remainder of Grant 1544 to Makanoanoa, Maria and Kaneihaiau (Lots A and B); 2. 1080 25' 125.84 feet along the remainders of Grant 1544 to Makanoanoa, Maria and Kaneihaiau, Grant 1956 to Poepoe and R.P. 7653, L. C. Aw. 8741 to Kalua (Lot B); 3. 2050 03' 251.68 feet along the remainders of R.P. 7653, L.C. Aw. 8741 to Kalua and Grant 1544 to Makanoanoa, Maria and Kaneihaiau (Lot B); 4. 2880 25' 400.00 feet along the remainder of Grant 1544 to Makanoanoa, Maria and Kaneihaiau (Lot B); 5. 25° 03' 6. 1080 25' 7. 25° 03' 8. 1150 29' 350.00 feet along the remainder of Grant 1544 to Makanoanoa, Maria and Kaneihaiau (Lot B); 197.91 feet along the remainder of Grant 1544 to Makanoanoa, Maria and Kaneihaiau (Lot B); 329.44 feet along the remainder of Grant 1544 to Makanoanoa, Maria and Kaneihaiau (Lot B); 75.74 feet along the remainder of Grant 1544 to Makanoanoa, Maria and Kaneihaiau (remainder of Lot A) to the point of beginning and containing an area of 3.475 Acres. All as shown on the map attached hereto, marked Exhibit "A" and by reference made a part hereof. SECTION 2. In the event that any portion of this ordinance is declared invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the other parts of this ordinance. SECTION 3. This ordinance shall take effect upon its approval. INTRODUCED BY: Hilo, Hawaii Date of Introduction: Date of 1st Reading: Date of 2nd Reading: Effective Date: COUNCIL MEMBER, COUNTY OF HAWAII -2- Urban 90 Urban Agricultural 0 AGRICULTURAL TO URBAN 3.475 ACRES j i Agncullural , A ullural Urban 12,990.72 N o 9,573.36E e 'PUU 0 NALE 0 U Agricultural Agricultural N Urban Agric (lural Ak�N/p j U � U`FNK'Y Urban QJ Urban U U � U an A ' ulNral rn W 2 0 340 680 1,360 2,040 2,720 FWl AMENDMENT TO STATE LAND USE BOUNDARIES MAPS AMENDING THE STATE LAND USE BOUNDARIES MAPS FOR THE COUNTY OF HAWAII, BY CHANGING THE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM THE AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT TO THE URBAN DISTRICT AT PUEHUEHU AND KAPUA, NORTH KOHALA, HAWAII MAP PREPARED BY.• MK: 5-4-008: Por. 002 COUNTY OF HAWAII PLANNING DEPARTMENT DATE: April 23 200 EXHIBIT "A" (DAGS:08-170) RDAGSREZ.doc-7/2/08 COUNTY OF HAWAII PLANNING DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDATION STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING & GENERAL SERVICES CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION (REZ 08-000078) Upon review of the request for a Change of Zone from Agricultural 20 -acres (A -20a) to Single -Family Residential 15,000 square feet (RS -15) on approximately 3.475 acres of land against the guidelines for granting a change of zone, the Planning Director recommends that a favorable recommendation for a Change of Zone request be forwarded to the County Council. This recommendation does not, however, sanction the specific plans submitted with the application as they may be subject to change given the specific code and regulatory requirements of the affected agencies. Since this recommendation is made without the benefit of public testimony, the Director reserves the right to modify and/or alter this recommendation based upon additional information presented at the public hearing. This favorable recommendation is based on the following findings: The applicant requests a Change of Zone from A -20a to RS -15 to replace an existing public library and construct the new Kohala Public Library on the property. An approximately 35 -foot high 5,875 square -foot single -story building is proposed. The Kohala Public Library will be designed and constructed as a sustainable building per Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards. The applicant also requests a concurrent processing of a State Land Use Boundary Amendment from Agricultural to Urban. 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. -1- The property is zoned A -20a. The portion of the property along the highway is zoned RS -15. Public libraries are allowed in the RS -zoned district under "public uses and structures". The State Land Use designation for the property is Agricultural; however, the portion of the property fronting the Akoni Pule Highway is designated Urban. The Change of Zone request from Agricultural (A -20a) to a Single Family Residential (RS -15) zoned district will conform to, among others, the Land Use and Economic elements of the General Plan. 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 LUPAG Map establishes the basic urban and non -urban form for areas within the County. The subject area is designated Low Density Urban. The Low Density Urban designation allows "Residential, with ancillary community and public uses, and neighborhood and convenience -type commercial uses." Thus, the proposed development would be consistent with the General Plan land use designation and will be in harmony with the character of the surrounding neighborhood and result in an intensity of land utilization no higher than as permitted or as otherwise specified for the district in which this proposed development occurs. Surrounding properties are zoned A -20a, CN -20 and RS -15, and used for agricultural, commercial and residential uses. The Takata Store is located west of the project site. Kohala Elementary and High School is located approximately .2 miles to the west. Therefore, a favorable recommendation of this change of zone request will be consistent with the emerging land use pattern being established within this portion of North Kohala. The project site's proximity to existing schools would foster educational opportunities for students as well as residents in the nearby community. The Federal Emergency Management Agency designates the property as Zone 'W', an area determined to be outside of the 500 -year flood plain. The property is identified as Prime Agricultural Land by the Agricultural Lands of Importance to the State of Hawaii (ALISH) System. However, the property is currently not being used for any agricultural activities. Soils within the property and surrounding area are classified as `B" or "Good" for agricultural productivity by the Land Study Bureau. 5a Access to the project area will be from Akoni Pule Highway, under the jurisdiction of the State Department of Transportation. County water is available to the project site from an existing 8 -inch waterline within the Akoni Pule Highway. Individual wastewater systems will service the site. All essential utilities are available to the property. The subject request is not contrary to Chapter 205A, Hawaii Revised Statutes, relating to Coastal Zone Management Area. The property is not located within the Special Management Area. The project site is located mauka of the Akoni Pule Highway and therefore, will not be impacted by coastal hazard and beach erosion. There are no identified recreational resources, public access to the shoreline or mountain areas, designated scenic and open space preserves, coastal ecosystems, marine resources or other natural and environmental resources in the immediate project area. Thus, the proposed request and use of the property will not adversely impact those resources. A study titled `Archaeological Assessment, Cultural Impact Assessment and Botanical Survey for a 3.8 -acre Parcel at Honomakau, Pueuehu Ahupuaa, North Kohala, Hawaii Island (TMK: 5-4-8: 2) was conducted by Cultural Surveys Hawaii, Inc. in September 2006 (Appendix B, Final Environmental Assessment, October 2007). No archaeological, historical, or cultural sites were identified on the site. The study concluded that "the development of this Honomakau project area will have no adverse impact on archaeological, historical or botanical resources or on any on-going cultural practices." In a letter dated May 7, 2008, the DLNR-HPD has stated that no historic properties will be affected because intensive cultivation and previous grubbing/grading has altered the land, and the Historic Preservation Division has reviewed this project during the HPDES assessment phase and a determination was made at that time that no historic properties would be affected by the proposal In view of the recent Hawaii State Supreme Court's "PASH" and "Ka Pa'akai O Ka'Aina" decisions, the issue relative to native Hawaiian gathering and fishing rights must be addressed. These rights must be addressed in terms of the cultural, historical, and natural resources and the associated traditional and customary practices of the site. Investigation of valued resources: A study titled `Archaeological Assessment, Cultural Impact Assessment and Botanical Survey for a 3.8 -acre Parcel at Honomakau, -3- Pueuehu Ahupuaa, North Kohala, Hawaii Island (TMK: 5-4-8: 2) was conducted by Cultural Surveys Hawaii, Inc. in September 2006 and no archaeological, historical, or cultural sites were identified on the site. The DLNR-HPD has reviewed this project during the HPDES assessment phase and stated that no historic properties would be affected by the proposal. The valuable cultural, historical, and natural resources found in the area: The archaeological/cultural/botanical survey conducted on the project site revealed no endangered species or historical sites. However, a condition will be included to require the applicant to cease work and notify the DLNR-HPD should any remains be discovered on the site, until given clearance to proceed by the DLNR-HPD. Possible adverse effects or impairment of valued resources: Native vegetation may be destroyed by ground alteration. There is no evidence that the flora in the area are particularly desired or used for cultural practices. The DLNR-HPD has indicated that no historic properties will be affected by this project. Feasible actions to protect native Hawaiian rights: The applicant has stated that there is no evidence of any traditional or customary Native Hawaiian rights being practiced on the project site, nor existence of any known valued cultural, historical or native resources in the area. Thus, it is believed that the project would have no adverse impact relative to the cultural and historical resources of the area. To the extent to which traditional and customary Native Hawaiian rights are exercised, the proposed action will not affect traditional Hawaiian rights. Based on the above findings, the approval of the Change of Zone request from an Agricultural (A -20a) to a Residential (RS -15) zoned district would result in an appropriate land use pattern that will fin Cher benefit the public. The accompanying draft bill to amend Section 25-8-7 (North and South Kohala District Zone Map) of Chapter 25, Zoning Code, of the Hawaii County Code, is provided for your favorable consideration to the County Council. Please note the proposed conditions of approval attached to the draft bill. -4- COUNTY OF HAWAII ORDINANCE NO. STATE OF HAWAII BILL NO. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 25-8-7 (NORTH AND SOUTH KOHALA DISTRICT ZONE MAP) AND SECTION 25-8-9 (HAWI-KAPAAU ZONE MAP), ARTICLE 8, CHAPTER 25 (ZONING CODE) OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983 (2005 EDITION), BY CHANGING THE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM AGRICULTURAL — 20 ACRES (A -20a) TO SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL —15,000 SQUARE FEET (RS -15) AT PUEHUEHU AND KAPUA, NORTH KOHALA, HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY 5-4-008:PORTION 002. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAII: SECTION 1. Section 25-8-7 and Section 25-8-9, Article 8, Chapter 25 (Zoning Code) of the Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005 Edition), are amended to change the district classification of property described hereinafter as follows: The district classification of the following area situated at Puehuehu and Kapua, North Kohala, Hawaii, shall be Single Family Residential — 15,000 square feet (RS -15): Beginning at the southwest corner of this parcel of land, the direct azimuth and distance from the southwest corner of Lot A being: 205° 03' 193.97 feet, the coordinates of said point of beginning referred to Government Survey Triangulation Station "PUU O NALE", being 12,990.72 feet North and 9,573.36 feet East, thence running by azimuths measured clockwise from true South: 2050 03' 418.38 feet along the remainder of Grant 1544 to Makanoanoa, Maria and Kaneihaiau (Lots A and B); 1080 25' 125.84 feet along the remainders of Grant 1544 to Makanoanoa, Maria and Kaneihaiau, Grant 1956 to Poepoe and R.P. 7653, L. C. Aw. 8741 to Kalua (Lot B); -1- 3. 2050 03' 251.68 feet along the remainders of R.P. 7653, L.C. Aw. 8741 to Kalua and Grant 1544 to Makanoanoa, Maria and Kaneihaiau (Lot B); 4. 2880 25' 400.00 feet along the remainder of Grant 1544 to Makanoanoa, Maria and Kaneihaiau (Lot B); 5. 250 03' 350.00 feet along the remainder of Grant 1544 to Makanoanoa, Maria and Kaneihaiau (Lot B); 6. 1080 25' 197.91 feet along the remainder of Grant 1544 to Makanoanoa, Maria and Kaneihaiau (Lot B); 7. 250 03' 329.44 feet along the remainder of Grant 1544 to Makanoanoa, Maria and Kaneihaiau (Lot B); 8. 1150 29' 75.74 feet along the remainder of Grant 1544 to Makanoanoa, Maria and Kaneihaiau (remainder of Lot A) to the point of beginning and containing an area of 3.475 Acres. All as shown on the map attached hereto, marked Exhibit "A" and by reference made part hereof. SECTION 2. hi accordance with Section 25-2-44, Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005 Edition), the County Council finds the following conditions are: (1) Necessary to prevent circumstances which may be adverse to the public health, safety and welfare; or (2) Reasonably conceived to fulfill needs directly emanating from the land use proposed with respect to: (A) Protection of the public from the potentially deleterious effects of the proposed use, or , -2- (B) Fulfillment of the need for public service demands created by the proposed use. SEE ATTACHED CONDITIONS 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. Hawaii Date of Introduction: Date of 1st Reading: Date of 2nd Reading: Effective Date: INTRODUCED BY: COUNCIL MEMBER, COUNTY OF HAWAII -3- CDAGSREZ.doc-7/3/08 STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING & GENERAL SERVICES CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION (REZ 08-000078) CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL A. The applicant, its successor or assigns shall be responsible for complying with all stated conditions of approval. B. Prior to the issuance of a water commitment by the Department of Water Supply, the applicant shall submit the anticipated maximum daily water usage calculations as recommended by a registered engineer and a water commitment deposit in accordance with the "Water Commitment Guidelines Policy" to the Department of Water Supply within 180 days from the effective date of this ordinance. C. Construction of the public library shall be completed within five (5) years from the effective date of this ordinance. Prior to construction, the applicant, successors or assigns shall secure Final Plan Approval for the proposed development from the Planning Director in accordance with Section 25-2-70, Chapter 25 (Zoning Code), Hawaii County Code. Plans shall identify all existing and/or proposed structures, paved driveway access and paved parking stalls associated with the proposed development. Landscaping shall also be indicated on the plans for the purpose of mitigating any adverse noise or visual impacts to adjacent properties in accordance with the requirements of Planning Department's Rule No. 17 (Landscaping Requirements) and Chapter 25 (Zoning Code), Hawaii County Code. D. Access to the property shall meet with the approval of the Department of Transportation. E. All development -generated runoff shall be disposed of on-site and shall not be directed toward any adjacent properties. F. A drainage study shall be prepared by a licensed civil engineer and submitted to the Department of Public Works. The recommended drainage improvements shall be constructed, meeting with the approval of the Department of Public' Works prior to receipt of a Certificate of Occupancy. G. Individual wastewater systems shall be installed, meeting with the approval of the Department of Health. H. During construction, measures shall be taken to minimize the potential of both fugitive dust and runoff sedimentation. Such measures shall be in compliance with construction industry standards and practices utilized during construction projects of the State of Hawaii. I. Earthwork and grading shall conform to Chapter 10, Erosion and Sediment Control of the Hawaii County Code. J. Should any undiscovered remains of historic sites, such as rock walls, terraces, platforms, marine shell concentrations or human burials be encountered, work in the immediate area shall cease and the Department of Land and Natural Resources -Historic Preservation Division (DLNR-HPD) shall be immediately notified. Subsequent work shall proceed upon an archaeological clearance from the DLNR-HPD when it finds that sufficient mitigation measures have been taken. K. To ensure that the Goals and Policies of the Housing Element of the General Plan are implemented, the applicant shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 11, Article 1, Hawaii County Code relating to Affordable Housing Policy if residential units area developed on the property. This requirement shall be approved by the Administrator of the Office of Housing and Community Development prior to Final Plan Approval. L. If the applicant, successors, or assigns develop residential units on the subject property, the applicant shall make its fair share contribution to mitigate the potential regional impacts of the property with respect to parks and recreation, fire, police, solid waste disposal facilities and roads. The fair share contribution shall become due and payable prior to receipt of Final Plan Approval. The fair share contribution for each lot shall be based on the actual number of residential units developed. The fair share contribution in a form of cash, land, facilities or any combination thereof shall be determined by the County Council. The fair share contribution may be adjusted annually beginning three years after the effective date of this ordinance, based on the percentage change in the Honolulu Consumer Price Index (HCPI). The fair share contribution shall have a maximum combined value of $10,976.69 per single-family residential unit. The total amount shall be determined with the actual number of units according to the calculation and payment provisions set forth in this condition. The fair share contribution per multiple family residential unit (single family residential units) shall be allocated as follows: 1. $5,293.15 per single-family residential unit to the County to support park and recreational improvements and facilities; 2. $255.34 per single-family residential unit to the County to support police facilities; 3. $504.33 per single-family residential unit to the County to support fire facilities; 4. $220.80 per single-family residential unit to the County to support solid waste facilities; and 5. $4,703.06 per single-family residential unit to the County to support road and traffic improvements. In lieu of paying the fair share contribution, the applicant may contribute land and/or construct improvements/facilities related to parks and recreation, fire, police, solid waste disposal facilities and roads within the region impacted by the proposed development, subject to the review and recommendation of the Planning Director, upon consultation with the appropriate agencies and approval of the County Council. A Should the Council adopt a Unified Impact Fees Ordinance setting forth criteria for imposition of exactions or the assessment of impact fees, conditions included herein shall be credited towards the requirements of the Unified Impact Fees Ordinance. N. The applicant shall comply with all applicable County, State and Federal laws, rules, regulations and requirements. O. An initial extension of time for the performance of conditions within this 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 Zoning Code. 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). Should any of the conditions not be m6t or substantially complied with in a timely fashion, the Planning Director may initiate rezoning of the property to its original or more appropriate designation. 4 9 RS 15 v� 90 A -20a RS 15 0 0 A -20a AGRICULTURAL 20 -ACRE (A -20a) TO R .15 SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL 15 000 S UARE FEET RS -15 3.475 ACRES A -20a A-2 RS15 12,990.72 N ¢ RS_ 9,573.36 E 'PUU 0 NALE s CN -10 0 J RS -15 d) CN -20 A -20a N Rs - 4 A -20a d) J Jar CV -10 a CV -10 cN- RS 5 RS -1 0 .1 CV -10 rn R 15 A -20a u 0 .345 690 1,380 2,070 2,760 Feet AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING CODE AMENDING SECTION 25-8-7 (NORTH AND SOUTH KOHALA DISTRICT ZONE MAP) AND AMENDING SECTION 25-8-9 (HAW[-KAPAAU ZONE MAP) ARTICLE 8, CHAPTER 25 (ZONING CODE) OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983 (2005 EDITION), BY CHANGING THE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM AGRICULTURAL 20 -ACRE (A -20a) TO SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL 15,000 SQUARE FEET (RS -15) AT PUEHUEHU AND KAPUA, NORTH KOHALA, HAWAII MAP PREPARED 8Y.• 6:5-4.008:Por. 002 COUNTY OF HAWAII PLANNING DEPARTMENT DATE: April 23 200 EXHIBIT "A" (DAGS:1245)