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i 3 The property currently is vacant except for one single-family dwelling and i accessory swimming pool, which is more consistent with the original RS-7.5 zoning € district than the current RM-1.5 zoning district. Changing the zoning to RS-7.5 would prevent speculation since it is clear the landowner does not intend to develop the property. Based upon the above finding, the Planning Director believes the current RM-1.5 zoning district for the property is not the best land use pattern and will not promote the 3 general welfare of the surrounding community at this time. Therefore, the Director I € recommends rezoning the property to its original designation of Single-Family Residential- 7,500 square feet (RS-7.5) so that single-family housing can be provided. If I a subsequent landowner wishes to attempt to develop a multiple-family residential project { on the property, they would need to change the zoning to the RM district, which would require approval by the County Council to determine if the proposed zoning and density would promote the general welfare of the community. Based upon the above findings, the Planning Director recommends the Planning 3 Commission forward a favorable recommendation to the County Council to rezone the property from Multiple-Family Residential— 1,500 square feet (RM-1.5) to Single-Family Residential—7,500 square feet (RS-7.5)because the change of zone would result in an appropriate land use pattern that would further benefit the general 3 public. The accompanying draft bill to amend Section 25-8-33 (City of Hilo Zone Map), Article 8, Chapter 25 (Zoning Code) of the Hawaii County Code (2016 Edition, as amended), is provided for your favorable consideration. Please note the Director is not proposing conditions since the zoning is being changed to the original designation for the property. 6