2021-04-27 Kailua Village Design Commission Minutes

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feet for an "accessory building", per the Zoning Code, Section 25-1-5 (b). The exterior colors selected for the new gazebo are shown on an exhibit with the KVDC application. The Kama'aina Hale Apartments was issued a Final Plan Approval for 128 units on July 8, 1974,with building permits on file from 1974. The Kama'aina Hale was last reviewed before the KVDC on October 25, 1994 for a renovation project that included the addition of a new storage/maintenance/office building, new landscaping, and a bus stop. At that time, those projects were prioritized based on funding. Landowner: BP Bishop Estate (Trustees of the Estate of Bernice Pauahi Bishop dba Kamehameha Schools) TMK: (3) 7-5-009:057 Location: 75-5837 Kuakini Highway, Kailua-Kona, HI Ms. Napeahi gave a PowerPoint presentation of the application. She described the proposed project with the County zoning map, TMK map, site photographs, and plan drawings. She noted that the project site was set far back from Kuakini Highway within the apartment complex, and that the proposed gazebo would not be visible from the highway. She displayed a simulated photograph showing the intended outcome provided by the applicant; she noted that even though the photograph appeared very realistic, her site visit confirmed that the gazebo had yet to be built, except for the existing slab area with some picnic tables. She said that the proposed roof color, Rockport Gray, came from the Benjamin Moore Paints Historical Colors Collection. She also said that the applicant was proposing a natural clear stain for the wood portion as shown in the picture, but that if the Commission preferred a darker stain, the applicant would be amenable to such recommendation. There were no questions from the Commission. The applicant, Pieter Heres, introduced himself and said that Kama'aina Hale is a nonprofit organization that provides affordable workforce housing for the Kona community. He said that the playground area had been upgraded with some grassy area and the slab three years ago and was now ready for a gazebo so that the residents and children could have a place out of the elements like the sun and rain. He said that it was a very dense living situation and there was no other space for the residents to gather, and so the gazebo would be a great addition to the community. He also noted that the gazebo would not be visible from the roadside; however, they wanted to be sure to comply with the Commission's rules and desires. There were no questions from the Commission. Chairman Roth apologized to Mr. Heres for the delay in responding to his application[caused by the cancellation of the previously scheduled meeting due to a lack of quorum]. He expressed his approval of the proposed gazebo, saying that even if it were visible from the highway, the appearance would be fine. Commissioner Smith concurred with Chairman Roth and commented that the colors looked appropriate for the area, and that it would be a benefit to the residents. He also acknowledged Ms. Napeahi's presenting the actual information based on her site visit. It was moved by Commissioner Sullenberger and seconded by Commissioner Kern that the Commission forward to the planning director its approval of the design as submitted. There being no discussion on the motion, a roll call vote was taken, and the motion carried with five ayes (Sullenberger, Kern, Crusat, Smith, and Werchick), no noes, and two absent and excused (Ching and Ikeuchi). 2