Hilo Iron Works Environmental Report

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structure. If anything, only interior renovations are contemplated to accommodate future uses. However, any future planned uses and their configuration within the structure is not known at this time. To reiterate, no significant improvements are being contemplated in tandem with this rezoning application. The rezoning is merely designed to allow for conforming use of the existing structure. Should there be improvements to the site other than to the interior of the existing structure, the appropriate SMA Assessment will be submitted for review. Thus, the SMA component of this application is limited only to the legitimization (if necessary) of the existing uses of the Space. C. Project Timetable and Cost There are no plans to expand the building envelope of the space. All units/lots/floor area are existing. If required for any additional uses within the structure, the applicant intends to secure the required permits, such as Plan Approval and building permit. IV. INSTITUTIONAL CONSIDERATIONS A. State Land Use The subject property is designated Urban. As such, no State Land Use boundary amendment is required to accommodate the proposed MCX-20 zoning request. B. County General Plan The County General Plan Land Use Pattern Allocation Guide (LUPAG) map designates the site Industrial. As such, a General Plan amendment to the LUPAG map would not be required. Relative to the Industrial designation, the 2005 General Plan notes the following "The MCX district allows a mix of some industrial uses with commercial uses. The following areas are identified for industrial — commercial mixed uses: Keaau (Gateway Center); Hawaiian Paradise Park; Hilo Iron Works; Waiakea House lots; Kona Industrial Subdivision and the adjacent area to the north: and Honokohau (south of the existing Kaloko Industrial Subdivision). C. Hilo Community Development Plan 4