PD Background Report (PL-SLU-2021-00002/PL-REZ-2021-000011)

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In the event that legitimate gathering claims are made by Native Hawaiians, the applicant intends to respect and honor such claims and provide the legal and needed access within the site. Based on the above, it does not appear that the project would have any potential adverse impact relative to the cultural and historical resources of the area. G. Water and Coastal Resources The subject site is located approximately 4.5 miles from the coastline and sits at approximately 1,600 to 1,700-foot elevation. As such, coastal impacts resulting from discharge of wastewater systems from the site should not be significant. Further, being a non-coastal property, no coastal access will be affected. H. Noise,Air Quality, and Dust The proposed rezone and subdivision should not generate any direct long-term noise or air quality impacts. The applicants' intention is to subdivide the land and distribute the two (2)lots and existing single-family residences to family members. The subject property will continue to be used for residential purposes. No improvements to the existing dwellings and supporting infrastructure are planned at this time. If improvements are made in the future, they will be minimal and will follow all rules and regulations as outlined in appropriate building permits. Under the proposed request, no additional impacts to noise levels or ambient air quality will occur outside of residential purposes. L Scenic and Visual Considerations In the Natural Beauty element of the General Plan, there are sites or areas listed as being a scenic resource. The subject site is not listed as a scenic site, nor will the proposed rezoning and subdivision action affect any of the scenic resources outlined in the General Plan. Views from Hawaii Belt Road should not significantly change as no additional improvements or construction is planned for the parcel. VL SOCIAL AND RELATED CONSIDERATIONS A. Surrounding Land Uses The land use in this area is generally suburban in nature with single-family dwellings and small-scale farms. Nearby subdivisions to the south have lot sizes of approximately 8,000 square-feet while maintaining A-la zoning. RS-15 zoned lands exist approximately 0.5-miles to the north along with many non-conforming 10,000 square foot lots with A-5a zoning along Kaiminani Drive. RS-20 zoned lands exist approximately 0.3 miles to the south of the subject property. 15