PD BACKGROUND REPORT (PL-REZ-2022-018)

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used as cane haul roads. These former cane haul roads have pavement widths of at least 20 feet,with portions covered by overgrown vegetation, which will be removed to ensure that a minimum agricultural-standard pavement width and shoulders are provided. A small segment of road along the western side of the project site within the existing 40- foot wide easement and adjoining 10-foot road widening will be improved to a full 20- foot wide agricultural pavement. Based on the proposed zoning and existing 50-foot wide right-of-way of Old Mamalahoa Highway,the Department of Public Works is recommending the applicant provide paved shoulders, bike lanes and swales, drainage improvements, signs and markings, street lights and any necessary safety devices such as guardrails and utility relocation along the properties frontage. In a letter dated August 18, 2022,the applicant requested relief from this requirement for several reasons including the high cost of relocating about five utility poles in order to make these improvements. 23. Water: According to the Department of Water Supply (DWS),water can be made available from an existing 6-inch waterline along Old Mamalahoa Highway which fronts the subject parcel. The subject property is currently serviced by one (1)water meter. DWS requested that the applicant designate, in writing,which lot within the proposed subdivision will be assigned the existing service, prior to recommending final subdivision approval. Should the existing meter or service lateral not front the parcel that it will serve,the existing meter or service lateral would need to be relocated to comply with DWS rules and regulations. Additionally, DWS states that the proposed increased water commitment would be granted if the applicant constructs water system improvements, which shall include,but not be limited to: water main installation; service laterals that will accomodate a 5/8-inch meter to front each lot; relocation and adjustment of the DWS affected water systems facilities (should they be necessary); and fire hydrant space of no more than 600 feet apart. The applicant will also be required to remit the prevailing facilities charge upon completion of the required water system improvements and prior to final subdivision approval being granted. 24. Wastewater: There is no County sewer in the area. New dwellings and agricultural structures will have a septic system installed in accordance with the requirements of the State Department of Health. -5-