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As such, the requested RS-15 zoning is consistent with the Low and <br /> Medium Density Urban designations, and no General Plan amendment <br /> is necessary. Further, no changes are contemplated in this area in the <br /> draft revision to the General Plan now being developed by the <br /> Planning Department. <br /> The RS-15 zoning would also be consistent with the goals, policies, <br /> and standards of the Housing and Land Use Elements of the General <br /> Plan. Specifically, the more pertinent ones follow: <br /> Housing <br /> Goals <br /> • Attain a diversity of socio-economic housing mix throughout the <br /> different parts of the County. <br /> • Maintain a housing supply which allows a variety of choice <br /> • Develop better places to live in Hawaii County by creating viable <br /> communities with decent housing and suitable living <br /> environments for our people <br /> • Improve and maintain the quality and affordability of the existing <br /> housing stock <br /> • Seek sufficient production of new affordable rental and fee- <br /> simple housing in the County in a variety of sizes to <br /> satisfactorily accommodate the needs and desires of families <br /> and individuals. <br /> Policies <br /> • Increase rental opportunities and choices in terms of quality, <br /> cost, amenity, style and size of housing, especially for low and <br /> moderate income households. <br /> Land Use Element (Residential) <br /> Goals <br /> o To provide for residential developments that maximizes <br /> convenience for its occupants. <br /> o To provide for suitable living environments which accommodate <br /> the physical, social and economic needs of the island residents. <br /> 11 <br />