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C. Physical Characteristics&Environmental Setting of the Property&Surrounding Area-continued ➢ Air / noise / water quality: The air quality is consistent with other areas in Kona. There is no industrial businesses in the area. The area is considered quiet and the water quality excellent. Historical Resources: No knowledge or record of any previous or existing archaeological, cultural or historical sites anywhere on or near this parcel. Natural Resources: No knowledge or record of any previous or existing endangered species on this parcel. Charles & Janet Lipps have spent a considerable amount of time and resources over the past eight (8) years improving the natural landscape of this parcel. Over one thousand decorative plants have been added. They include ornamental, native and exotic plants along with various fruit trees. Much care is given to these plants. Invasive species (when discovered) are removed. This parcel is located at 1,460 above sea level, approximately directly mauka of the pier (in town below) and provides a beautiful coastal view (approximately fifteen miles of coastline). Valued Cultural Resources: No knowledge or record of any previous or existing cultural resources on this parcel. Public Access: No knowledge of any previous or existing public access areas on or near this parcel. Social-Economic Characteristics: As of the census of 2000, there were 6,107 people, 2,383 households, and 1,560 families residing in the Holualoa. The population density was 431.6 people per square mile. There were 3,330 housing units at an average density of 235.3 per square mile. The racial makeup of Holualoa is diverse. There were 2,383 households out of which 26.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.9% were married couples living together, 8.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.5% were non-families. 23.8% of all households were made up of individuals and 6.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.56 and the average family size was 3.01.. The median income for a household in Holualoa was $50,492, and the median income for a family was $52,193. The largest economic resource in Holualoa is believed to be coffee. Land values in Holualoa are estimated between $350,000 - $6,000,000.