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circulation systems. The land use pattern is a broad, flexible design intended to guide the direction and quality of future developments in a coordinated and rational manner. The LUPAG Map is a broad-brush graphic depiction of the general location of land uses in relation to each other and is not parcel specific. The methodology used to develop the land use pattern reflects estimates of future population based on economic facility needs, and transportation demands for the entire island. Topography and other physical features and economic and social characteristics of an area are also considered. The General Plan may be amended by changing its goals,policies, standards, zoning acreage allocations, LUPAG map, and other applicable sections thereof, when the conditions or premises upon which the General Plan is based have changed and when such an amendment would assure the coordinated development of the County of Hawai`i and the general welfare and prosperity of its people. During the comprehensive review and with the adoption of the revised General Plan in 2005, changes to the Kea'au Village area were few, although continuing to recognize Kea'au as one of several urban and rural centers within the Puna District, along with Pahoa, Kurtistown, Mt. View, Hawaiian Paradise Park, Orchidland Estates and Volcano. With Hilo as the major commercial center on the east side of the island, Kea'au is identified as a secondary commercial center that is encouraged to expand to meet the growing commercial needs for the Puna District. In 2008, adoption of the Puna CDP provided guidance in growth management, transportation, and the preservation of and respect for natural, historic, and cultural features. The subject amendment would further the goals and objectives of the Puna CDP and the General Plan by assuring the coordinated development of the County and the general welfare and prosperity of its people. Accordingly,the Planning Director is seeking an amendment to LUPAG Map 14 for Kea'au Village from Low Density Urban and Important Agricultural Lands to Medium Density Urban. Low Density Urban uses are defined as residential, with ancillary community and public uses, and neighborhood and convenience-type commercial uses with an overall residential density up to six units per acre. Important Agricultural Lands are those with better potential for sustained high agricultural yields because of soil type, climate, topography, or other factors. -3-