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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPD BACKGROUND REPORT (PL-SPP-2022-015) BKunimoto SPP.8.3.2022 COUNTY OF HAWAII PLANNING DEPARTMENT BACKGROUND REPORT RANDY KUNIMOTO SPECIAL PERMIT APPLICATION NO. PL-SPP-2022-000015 RANDY KUNIMOTO is requesting a Special Permit to legitimize the use of existing personal tennis court facilities, a portion of an existing dwelling, and related improvements to provide compensated tennis lessons to the public on approximately 1.003 acres of land in the State Land Use Agricultural District. The subject property is located at 1625 Mele Manu Street within the Pacific Plantations Subdivision, "Pacific Plantation", Increment 1-A, F.P. 1927, Kukuau 2nd South Hilo, Hawaii, TMK(3) 2-5-061:058. APPLICANT'S REQUEST 1. Request: The applicant is requesting a Special Permit to legitimize the use of existing personal tennis court facilities, a portion of an existing dwelling, and related improvements to provide compensated tennis lessons to the public. The applicant proposes to continue to provide tennis lessons to the general public at an existing tennis court located at the back of the subject property. Additionally, a portion of the existing dwelling will be accessed through an exterior side door, to provide restroom facilities to players. Other components of the project include an existing driveway and gravel parking area to accommodate eight(8) cars. 2. Staffing/Employees: The applicant will continue to employ three (3) coaches, including the applicant, in addition to several volunteer helpers as available. 3. Hours of Operation: Proposed hours of operation will be Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 6:00 pm; Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. 4. Clients: The applicant anticipates approximately one (1)to eight(8) students per session and approximately eight(8) sessions per day, for a possible maximum of 64 students per day. 5. Construction Timetable: The applicant intends to complete the permitting process for the proposed use as soon as possible. Upon approval of the Special Permit, the applicant will immediately apply for Plan Approval, if deemed necessary, and complete modifications as required. -1- 6. Supportive Information: The applicants have submitted the attached in support of the request: (Planning Department Exhibit 1 — Special Permit Application dated April 28, 2022.) BACKGROUND INFORMATION 7. November 23, 2020: The Planning Dept received a complaint which alleged the landowner was using the subject property to conduct a tennis lesson/school, without a Special Permit. A warning letter was sent by the Planning Department on November 10, 2021, followed up by an initial extension of time on December 13, 2021 and a second extension of time on April 19, 2022. The applicant has submitted the subject Special Permit application to resolve the violation. DESCRIPTION OF STATE & COUNTY PLANS 8. State Land Use District: Agricultural. 9. General Plan Land Use Pattern Allocation Guide (LUPAG) Map: Rural. 10. County Zoning: Agricultural-1 acres (A-la) and Agricultural-20 acres (A-20a). 11. Hilo Community Development Plan (CDP): The Hilo CDP, adopted as Planning Commission Resolution No. 1 on May 21, 1975, identifies the subject area for residential and agricultural use. 12. Special Management Area (SMA): The Special Management Area is a part of the Coastal Zone Management Program and regulated by the County. The subject parcel is located approximately four (4) miles from the nearest coastline and is not situated within the SMA. DESCRIPTION OF SUBJECT PROPERTY AND SURROUNDING AREA 13. Subject Property: The subject 1.003-acre property is improved with a 5-bedroom, 2- story, 3,256-square foot single-family dwelling, a 7,200-square foot, covered asphalt tennis court, a swimming pool, a gravel parking area, and a driveway. 14. Surrounding Land Uses/Zoning: Surrounding properties to the north, east and west are zoned A-la and most are also approximately one (1) -acre in size, while surrounding properties to the south are zoned A-20a and range in size from ten (10) to over twenty (20) acres. Surrounding land uses are primarily agricultural and residential, with some 2 vacant, undeveloped parcels. The nearest dwelling is located approximately sixty (60) feet to the west of the subject property on TMK (3) 2-5-061:057. 15. Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM): The property is located within Zone "X," an area determined by FEMA to be outside the 500-year floodplain. 16. USDA Soil Survey Report: Soils on the parcel are classified as `Keaukaha' Series, described as highly decomposed plant material with 2 to 10 percent slopes; it is well drained with a high runoff. 17. Land Study Bureau's Overall Productivity Rating: "D" or"Poor". 18. Agricultural Lands of Importance to the State of Hawaii (ALISH): Unclassified. 19. Flora/Fauna Resources: No professional floral or faunal survey was conducted of the property as the subject property has been previously cleared for construction of a single- family dwelling and accessory structures. While the Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW) recommended mitigation measures to protect listed or endangered species including the Hawaiian Hoary Bat or `Ope`ape`a (Lasiurus cinereus semotus), the Hawaiian Goose or Nene (Branta sandvicensis), the Hawaiian Hawk or Jo (Buteo solitarius) and seabirds, it is unlikely that such species are present as the subject property is fully built out. 20. Archaeological/Cultural/Historical Resources: According to the applicant, no formal archaeological studies have been conducted as the subject property is fully built out. There are no known historic sites on the property as listed on the State or National Register of Historic Places. There are no known valued cultural, historical, or natural resources on the property and no evidence of traditional and customary Native Hawaiian rights being practiced on the site. 21. Public Access: There is no known public access to the mountains or the shoreline that runs through the property. PUBLIC SERVICES AND FACILITIES 22. Access: Access to the subject parcel is provided by Mele Manu Street, a County- maintained road with a travel lane width of twenty (20)feet within a fifty (50)-foot wide right-of-way. Speed humps have been installed along the length of Mele Manu Street in 3 order to manage the speed of traffic along this particular roadway section. 23. Traffic: The applicant anticipates between 1 (one)to 8 (eight) clients per session, for a maximum of 64 clients per day. According to the applicant, sessions will be staged in order to allow players from one session to vacate the subject property and result in a maximum of 8 (eight) vehicles on the subject property at any given hour. According to the applicant, traffic in the surrounding neighborhood is generally low and made up primarily by residents of the area. 24. Water: According to the Department of Water Supply (DWS), the subject parcel is currently served by an existing 5/8-inch meter and the current average daily usage is less than 400 gallons. DWS has no objection as the proposed request has not generated a significant increase in water demand. 25. Wastewater: The subject property is currently serviced by an existing cesspool. According to the applicant, tennis players utilize the existing bathroom facilities within the existing dwelling. According to comments provided by the State Department of Health (DOH),to accommodate the increase in wastewater output, the applicant will be required to upgrade to a new wastewater treatment system meeting the approval of Subchapter 2, Chapter 11-62, Hawaii Administrative Rules. 26. Utilities: Electric and telephone services are available to the subject property. 27. Police, Fire and Medical Services: Police, Fire and Medical services are available nearby in Hilo. AGENCY COMMENTS 28. Department of Public Works, Engineering Division: (Planning Department Exhibit 2 —June 29, 2022 Memo) 29. Department of Water Supply: (Planning Department Exhibit 3—July 11, 2022 Letter) 30. State Department of Health: (Planning Department Exhibit 4—June 6, 2022 Memo) 31. Department of Land and Natural Resources —Division of Forestry and Wildlife: (Planning Department Exhibit 5 —June 22, 2022 Memo) 32. Fire Department: (Planning Department Exhibit 6—June 3, 2022 Memo) 4 AGENCIES —NO COMMENT/CONCERN 33. Police Department, Office of Planning and Sustainable Development, and Department of Land and Natural Resources- Engineering & Land Divisions. AGENCIES—NO RESPONSE 34. Department of Public Works- Building Division,Department of Environmental Management, State Land Use Commission and State Department of Agriculture. APPLICANTS' RESPONSE TO AGENCY COMMENTS 35. Letter from Randy Kunimoto: (Planning Department Exhibit 7 —August 16, 2022) PUBLIC COMMENTS 36. Testimony from Hansen Tsang: (Planning Department Exhibit 8 —March 31, 2022 Email) 37. Testimony from Hansen Tsang: (Planning Department Exhibit 9 —June 26, 2022 Email) 38. Testimony from Trevor and Maija Jackson: (Planning Department Exhibit 10 — June 26, 2022 Letter) 39. Testimony from Dr. Britta Zimmer-Long: (Planning Department Exhibit 11 — August 13, 2022 Email) 40. Testimony from David Wolman and Nicola Pinson: (Planning Department Exhibit 12-August 14, 2022 Letter) 41. Testimony from Julie Zelko-Drummondo: (Planning Department Exhibit 13 — August 14, 2022 Email) 42. Testimony from Charlotte Etling: (Planning Department Exhibit 14 —August 15, 2022 Email) 43. Testimony from Heather Lee: (Planning Department Exhibit 15—August 16, 2022 Email) 44. Testimony from Galen Mizuguchi: (Planning Department Exhibit 16—August 16, 2022 Email) 45. Testimony from Debra Tatsuno: (Planning Department Exhibit 17 —August 16, 2022 Email) 46. Testimony from Dr. Benjamin Mead and Vivian Mead: (Planning Department 5 Exhibit 18—August 17, 2022 Email) 47. Testimony from Kiani Nishimoto: (Planning Department Exhibit 19 —August 20, 2022 Letter) 48. Testimony from Joshua Wong: (Planning Department Exhibit 20 —August 17, 2022 Letter) 49. Testimony from Dennis Yoshimura: (Planning Department Exhibit 21 —August 17, 2022 Email) 50. Testimony from Allegra Petras: (Planning Department Exhibit 22 —August 18, 2022 Letter) 51. Testimony from Nolan Yamaki: (Planning Department Exhibit 23 —August 18, 2022 Email) 52. Testimony from Yolanda Andres: (Planning Department Exhibit 24 —August 20, 2022 Letter) 53. Testimony from Ioana Agasa: (Planning Department Exhibit 25—August 19, 2022 Letter) 54. Testimony from JoAnn Aguirre: (Planning Department Exhibit 26—August 19, 2022 Letter) 55. Testimony from Dan and Charity DeMattos: (Planning Department Exhibit 27 — August 19, 2022 Letter) 56. Testimony from Hansen Tsang: (Planning Department Exhibit 28 —August 19, 2022 Email) 57. Testimony from Jon and Laurie Higa: (Planning Department Exhibit 29 —August 20, 2022 Letter) 58. Testimony from Ellen Higa: (Planning Department Exhibit 30—August 20, 2022 Email) 59. Testimony from Amy and Wayne Kanemoto: (Planning Department Exhibit 31 — August 22, 2022 Email) 60. Testimony from Allen Novak: (Planning Department Exhibit 32—August 22, 2022 Letter) 61. Testimony from Jo Ann Ishida: (Planning Department Exhibit 33 —August 22, 2022 6 Letter) 62. Testimony from Shannon Tamimi: (Planning Department Exhibit 34 —August 22, 2022 Letter) APPLICANTS' RESPONSE TO PUBLIC TESTIMONY 63. Letter from Randy Kunimoto: (Planning Department Exhibit 35 —August 23, 2022 Letter) 7 SPECIAL PERMIT APPLICATION COUNTY OF HAWAII PLANNING DEPARTMENT {P pe or Print the requested information! APPLICANT Randy Kunimoto APPLICANTS SIGNATURE: DATE: Aril 28,2022 vF ADDRESS: 1625 Mele Manu Street Hila Hawaii 96720 LIST APPLICANTS MEREST ff NOT OWNT.R: TELEPHONE: (Bus.) (Home)(M)_640-3 9 2 3 REQUEST: To allow use of existing personal residence and tennis court facilities to conduct tennis lessons TAXMAPKEY: (3) 2-5-061:058 _ LONING: A-1a A-20a AREA OF PROPERTYIAREA OF REQUESTED USE 1.003 acres + 1.003 acres LANDOWNER: Randy Kunimoto j Leonora Kunimoto LANDOWNER'S SIGNATURE :a"IL; April 23, 2022 (NMay be by letter) LANDOWNER'S ADDRESS: 1525 Mele Manu Street Hilo, Hawaii 96720 AGENT: ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: (Bus.) (Hosie) (Fax) Phase indiade to whom orij;iM correspondence and copies should be sent to: ORIGINAL Applicant COPIES: Planning Dept. Exhibit 1 SUPPORTING INFORMATION REGARDING SPECIAL PERMIT APPLICATION TO ALLOW TENNIS LESSONS TO BE CONDUCTED AT PERSONAL RESIDENCE AND EXISTING TENNIS FACILITY APPLICANT: RANDY KUNIMOTO Affecting Tax Map Key: (3) 2-5-061:058; Pacific Plantation Subdivision, Kukuau 2"d, South Hilo A. LOCATION OF PROJECT SITE AND LANDOWNERSHIP 1. Applicant's Request Randy Kunimoto, hereinafter referred to as the "Applicant" is requesting a Special Permit to allow for the use of a portion of his residence and existing personal-use tennis facility to conduct tennis lessons, all of which is located on 1.003 acre of land (subject property) situated within the State Land Use Agricultural District. 2. Location of Property The subject property is situated within the western section of the City of Hilo, a little more than 4.5 driving miles from Downtown Hilo and located off of Kaumana Drive at the mauka end of Edita Street, within the Pacific Plantation subdivision. The subject property is located at the western (mauka) end of Mele Manu Street, as shown below on Figure 1-Location Map and Figure 2-Vicinity Map below. 3. Landownership The subject property is owned by Randy and Leonora Kunimoto, both of whom have authorized the filing of this Special Permit application. B. STATEMENT OF OBJECTIVES AND PROJECT OPERATIONAL DETAILS 4. Statement of Objectives and reasons for the request The purpose and objective for requesting this Special Permit is to allow the Applicant to utilize a portion of his personal residence and existing tennis court facility, all of which are located on the subject property, to accommodate tennis lessons that will be offered to the general public. The tennis court itself is regulation size (36' x 78') and is situated at the back of the property and is not directly visible from Mele Manu Street. As the requested use is to utilize the Applicant's personal and existing tennis court to accommodate these lessons, there will be no reliance upon public tennis courts to accommodate this activity and thereby eliminate any potential conflicts between casual public and instructional tennis play upon any public tennis courts. _ p 4 Figure 1 - Location Map i oh SNP SUBJECT PROPERTY Figure 2—Vicinity Map 1Page STATEMENT FROM THE APPLICANT It all started when I had my first child. I, myself, started to play tennis from age 7 with unbelievable experiences throughout my entire junior years. I wanted my son to love the game of tennis. I also dreamed of having my own court as a child. Many of my peers, friends and competitors, had tennis courts at their homes. I always felt it was a huge advantage and just awesome to have your own court. It made a lot of sense to me since my wife (ex-wife now), mom, two brothers, niece, sister-in-law and a bunch of cousins all played tennis regularly. I built the court when I was a school teacher and started playing all the time with my family. I started working with friends and their families and pretty soon, I found that I not only loved playing tennis, but also loved coaching tennis. Although I had my Masters degree in education, I decided to leave teaching and teach tennis full time. I have worked with thousands of players from juniors all the way to senior citizens though all these years. I worked with the community, the University of Hawaii at Hilo, the Hilo Junior Tennis Club, East Hawaii District Tennis Association, Hui Kako'o Kenika and high school tennis. I, voluntarily, led at least 25 fundraisers through the years for various causes, including four huge fundraising events for those in the tennis community who were seriously ill. I love giving back to the community that treats me so well and gave me the opportunity to coach them or their child/children. Many juniors and adults in my program have been to National events and have gained invaluable experiences. The adults have been to places in Florida, Arizona, California, and Nevada to play tennis. Some of the juniors in my program have won State High School tennis championships or have placed in the top four; many received full or partial scholarships at colleges including Division I schools. Coming up to my property for tennis lessons has given many youngsters a safe and engaging place to be at after school. A few years ago, I introduced pickle ball as it was gaining in popularity among young and old alike, and I decided to incorporate it into my program. I had senior players and many retirees (some into their eighties) come and play at no charge. This was very well attended. However, due to complaints I received about traffic and noise, I stopped this, much to their disappointment, especially for those who had no other activity. I am currently looking at what I can do to surround as much of my court as possible to serve as a sound barrier. I have been, and am still trying my best to be a good neighbor and member of our community. To address concerns about the hours of my tennis lessons, I now end all lessons a couple of hours earlier than previously. I have already started to stagger my classes. For example, some classes may end at 4:15pm, and the next class start at 4:30pm. 2Page I had signs on my bulletin board reminding players to slow down on Mele Manu Street as well as signs reminding players about the speed limit. However, now there are speed humps along Mele Manu Street. My court has a Coverall cover which was put up in 2010 mainly to make a difference for all the players. I wanted the juniors to have successive practices which would assist in their player development, especially since it can continuously rain for days. Keeping kids off the streets and making a difference in their lives were and still are super important to me. The seniors also benefit from the cover since not playing in the hot sun was great for their health and well-being. In addition, a few come in for lessons from as far away as Ka`u; driving this far and in their seventies, and not having to face cancellation because of rain is definitely a huge plus. Having a covered court meant longer hours for the juniors, tennis rain or shine, and longevity and better quality of life for the seniors. In addition, building a cover meant that noise would stay in the dome, and most of the sound would not escape from the indoor court. I have tried to be good member of my Pacific Plantation community, and I must add that I am so appreciative of the many letters of support I've received from people in the community, including residents of Mele Manu, which I have included as Exhibit B— Letters of Support. About a month ago, I mailed letters to approximately 25 nearby neighbors which provided them with information about myself and asked them for comments before my application for a Special Use Permit was submitted. Thus far, I have received one response, and it was of support and encouragement. 5. Project Operational Details a. Overall Scope: Conduct tennis lessons available to the general public at an existing personal use tennis facility located on the subject property, as shown on Figure 3— Site Plan. The existing dwelling will only be utilized to provide restroom facilities to players, which is accessible via an exterior side door. b. Tennis Lesson sessions • Approximately 1 to 8 students per session • Approximately 8 sessions per day • Length of sessions: approximately 30 minutes to one (1) hour c. Days/Hours of Operation • Monday through Friday: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm • Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm d. Staffing: 3 coaches, including Applicant, along with a few volunteer helpers as available. 3Page ONnslylIN31HO010NINM4 cx �03D HS AUNVU olovd nN ova nDua�nsao aor uvwrm mxinoanax v ww 3115 �as�.3n a.w a3Kvo 3„+aaxoo 133L4S 4 wa •SBy� I U � !Z rLLn�gaw r L1.! � o I l NIGRAPARKING , l / AREA `, y fI � /For at least 8 cars 1 Itt Figure 3—Site Plan 4Page 6. Project Timeframe Upon approval of the Special Permit, the Applicant will immediately apply for Plan Approval, if deemed necessary, and promptly provide any additional mitigating requirements as may be required as well as commence with tennis lessons as the existing tennis facility already provides for all necessary accommodations. C. LAND USE AND OTHER REGULATORY CONSIDERATIONS 7. General Plan Designation: Rural The County of Hawai'i General Plan is the policy document for the long-range comprehensive development of the island of Hawai'i. The General Plan Land Use Pattern Allocation Guide (LUPAG) map, as shown on Figure 4—General Plan LUPAG Map, classifies the subject property as RURAL. This RURAL category includes existing subdivisions in the State Land Use Agricultural and Rural districts that have a significant residential component. Typical lot sizes vary from 9,000-square feet to two acres. These subdivisions may contain small farms, wooded areas, and open fields as well as residences. Allowable uses within these areas, with appropriate zoning, may include commercial facilities that serve the residential and agricultural uses in the area, and community and public facilities. The Rural designation does not necessarily mean that these areas should be further subdivided to smaller lots. Most lack the infrastructure necessary to allow further subdivision. The subject property is located within Pacific Plantation Subdivision, an approximately 70-lot subdivision consisting of parcel no less than one (1) acre in size, and consistent with the type of subdivisions appropriate within areas designated for Rural uses by the General Plan. 8. State Land Use Designation: Agricultural The Project Site is situated within the State Land Use Agricultural District (see Figure 5 — State Land Use), which includes lands for the cultivation of crops, aquaculture, raising livestock, wind energy facility, timber cultivation, agriculture-support activities (i.e., mills, employee quarters, etc.) and land with significant potential for agriculture uses. Uses permitted in the highest productivity agricultural categories are governed by statute. Uses in the lower-productivity categories—C, D, E or U —were established by the Land Use Commission to include those uses allowed on A or B lands as well as those stated under Section 205-4.5, Hawai'i Revised Statutes. Note that agricultural suitability of soils within the Project Site is considered as Class D, or Poor. 5 Page DENSITY URBAN MP RTA T , ICU i L NSITY URBAN LO ENSITY U i� SUBJECT%PROPERTY 4 Figure 4—General Plan LUPAG Map CUL AGRI LTURAL SUBJECT PROPERTY Figure 5 —State Land Use 6Page 9. County Zoning: Agricultural-20 acres(A-20a) and 1 acre (A-1a) minimum lot sizes The Agricultural (A) zoning district provides for agricultural and very low density agriculturally-based residential use, encompassing rural areas of good to marginal agricultural and grazing land, forest land, game habitats, and areas where urbanization is not found to be appropriate. See Figure 6—Zoning. R5-10 A-1a fps, w R5-7.5 Figure 6—Zoning 10. Coastal Zone Management, HRS, Chapter 205A The entire State of Hawai'i lies within the Coastal Zone Management area. The intent of the Coastal Zone Management Program is to guide and regulate public and private uses in the coastal zone management area with respect to recreational resources, historic resources, public access to the shoreline, scenic and open space resources, coastal ecosystems, marine resources, economic uses, coastal hazards, managing development, public participation, and beach protection. 11. Special Management Area (SMA) The Special Management Area is a part of the Coastal Zone Management Program that is regulated by the County, established to promote the State's policy to preserve, protect, and where possible, to restore the natural resources of the coastal zone of Hawai'i. Therefore, special controls on development within the area along the shoreline are necessary to avoid permanent loss of valuable resources and the foreclosure of 7I management options, and to ensure that adequate public access is provided to public- owned or used beaches, recreation areas, and natural reserves, by dedication or other means. The subject property is located approximately 4 miles from the nearest coastline and at least 3.8 miles from the closest SMA boundary. D. DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY AND SURROUNDING AREA 12. Project Site The subject property is completely improved as a single family residential homesite, as shown in Figure 3—Site Plan and Figure 7—Aerial Site and Tax Map Composite Plan. Existing improvements on the subject property include: a. 5-bedroom, 2-story, 3,256 square-foot single family dwelling constructed in 2002 (BP# 010763) b. Asphalt tennis court, approximately 7,200 square feet in size, constructed in 2002. (see Exhibit A-Photos of Existing Tennis Court) c. Swimming pool constructed in 2005 via BP# B2005-2512H d. Framed cover over tennis court constructed in 2010 via BP# B2010-0030H e. Sufficient on-site gravel parking for at least 8 cars. TO VL Covered Tennis Court ►L., .,} _ Figure 7—Aerial Site and Tax Map Composite Plan 8Page 13. Surrounding Zoning/Land Uses The subject property is situated at the eastern (mauka) end of the approximately 70-lot Pacific Plantation Subdivision, consisting of similarly-sized parcels of one (1) acre in size. The subject property is bordered on either side by existing similarly-sized one-acre lots while the rear side backs up against private forested lands ranging in size from 10 to over 20 acres and zoned A-20a. 14.ALISH Soils within the Project Site are not classified by the Agricultural Lands of Importance to the State of Hawai'i. 15. Land Study Bureau's Detailed Land Classification System: "E" or"Very Poor" The soils within the Project Site are classified as Class "E" or "Very Poor" for agricultural productivity. 16. US Soil Survey: Keaukaha highly decomposed plant material-2 to 10 percent slopes Soils within the subject property consist of well-drained, thin organic soils overlying pahoehoe lava bedrock. These soils occupy the low areas of Mauna Loa and are located at an elevation ranging near sea level to 1,000 feet and receives from 90 inches to 150 inches of rainfall annually. The natural vegetation consists of ohia, tree fern, uluhe fern, and guava. These soils are used for woodland, pasture and homesites. 17. FIRM: Zone X The entire project site is designed within Zone "X" - determined to be outside the 500- year flood plain. There are no known drainageways traversing through the subject property. 18. Flora/Fauna Resources No threatened or endangered species of plants or animals are located within the subject property due to its extensive improvement as a single-family residential homesite. 19.Archaeological Resources An archaeological inventory survey of the subject property was not conducted as it has been significantly improved as a single family residential homesite along with a tennis court facility. 20. Cultural or Native Gathering Rights The development of the subject property as a single family residential homesite along with a tennis court facility offers no resources that could be gathered and utilized as part of any cultural or native Hawaiian practices. 21. Public Access There is no record of a designated public access to the shoreline or mountain areas that traverses through the subject property. 9Page E. PUBLIC UTILITIES AND SERVICES 22.Access Access to the Project Site from Kaumana Drive is provided by Edita Street and Mele Manu Street (see Figure 2—Vicinity Map), both County-maintained two-lane roads with a travel lane width of about 20 feet within a 50-foot wide right-of-way. Speed humps have been installed along the length of Mele Manu Street in order to manage the speed of traffic along this particular roadway section. 23.Traffic With 3 to 8 players during each session, a maximum number of 8 vehicles will be attracted to the subject property at any given hour. The Applicant will stagger the sessions in order to allow players from one session to vacate the subject property before the next session begins. 24. Water County water service supports the existing single-family dwelling and is available to support the limited water needs associated with conducting tennis lessons. No additional water service is necessary. 25. Wastewater The existing single-family dwelling is serviced by a cesspool. Tennis players utilize the existing bathroom facilities within the existing dwelling. 26. Solid Waste No significant amount of solid waste will be generated by conducting tennis lessons on the existing tennis court, as most players bring their own water bottles. 27. Essential Utilities and Services Typical utilities, such as electrical and telephone services, are already available and servicing the existing single-family dwelling. The requested use of the existing tennis court for tennis lessons require lighting during early evening hours, although ending formal tennis lessons by 6:00pm would typically preclude the need for such lighting except during very inclement weather. 28. Public Safety As the Project Site is located within the City of Hilo, police, medical and fire services are readily available. 10Page F. STATEMENT OF REASONS IN SUPPORT OF GRANTING SPECIAL PERMIT 1. Such use shall not be contrary to the objectives sought to be accomplished by the Land Use Law and Regulations The request is considered an unusual and reasonable use of agricultural lands. The requested use will not adversely affect the preservation and agricultural use of the County's limited prime agricultural lands and therefore, is not contrary to the objectives sought to be accomplished by the State Land Use Law and regulations. The General Plan identifies the subject property and the rest of the Pacific Plantation Subdivision as Rural, which is typically defined as homesites varying in size from 9,000-square feet to two acres. These subdivisions may contain small farms, wooded areas, and open fields as well as residences. Allowable uses within these areas, with appropriate zoning, may include commercial facilities that serve the residential and agricultural uses in the area, and community and public facilities. The Applicant wishes to utilize his existing tennis court facility by offering tennis lessons to the general public. Use of the existing facility will not require any additional land to be committed for non-agricultural purposes and will not compromise the island's inventory of valuable agricultural lands. While the State Land Use Designation is Agricultural, the existing one-acre lot size of the subject property and its surrounding Pacific Palisades Subdivision along with the General Plan Rural designation suggest otherwise by being largely residential in purpose with limited opportunity for extensive or intensive agricultural uses simply due to the small lot size typically accommodating single family residential and related uses. 2. The desired use shall not adversely affect surrounding properties The subject property is situated at the eastern (mauka) end of the approximately 70-lot Pacific Plantation Subdivision, consisting of similarly-sized parcels of one (1) acre in size. The subject property is bordered on either side by existing similarly-sized one-acre lots while the rear side backs up against private forested lands ranging in size from 10 to over 20 acres and zoned A-20a. The existing tennis court is located at the rear of the property facing the large forested lands, and not directly visible, for the most part, from Mele Manu Street. Traffic and noise associated with conducting tennis lesson on the subject property are the two concerns that could create a significant adverse impact upon neighboring properties or to other residents of Pacific Plantation Subdivision that use both Edita and Mele Manu Streets. In order to minimize such potential impacts, the Applicant agrees to: a. cease all lessons at 6:30pm, from its previous 8:30-9:30 pm ending time. b. stagger sessions to reduce overlap of traffic and players arriving or leaving the subject property at any given time. c. prohibit the playing of music or other amplified forms of sounds as part of the tennis lessons. 11Page With these measures in place, the Applicant believes that traffic and noise will be kept to reasonable levels. As the Applicant is the coach, he will instruct his players to follow his rules at all times. 3. Such use shall not unreasonably burden public agencies to provide roads and streets, sewers,water, drainage, school improvements, and police and fire protection The request to allow tennis lessons to be conducted at the Applicant's home and on an existing tennis court is fully supported by existing utilities and services as the subject property is located in the City of Hilo, where such services are readily available. Due to staggered scheduling of tennis sessions, there would be no more than 8 vehicles traveling to or from the subject property at any given time. Both Edita and Mele Manu Streets are in good condition and able to support the level of traffic anticipated to be generated by the conducting tennis lessons on the subject property, especially when considering that these roads also provide access to the approximately 70 lots within Pacific Plantation Subdivision. 4. Unusual conditions,trends, and needs have arisen since the district boundaries and regulations were established The State and the County, through its land use laws, have the fiduciary responsibility of protecting its important agricultural lands located in limited quantities throughout the state. In this particular area within the City of Hilo, the subject property and its immediately surrounding area were developed as part of the 70-lot Pacific Plantation Subdivision consisting of one-acre parcels. Clearly, the subject property and the subdivision as a whole does not present any significant agricultural potential as witnessed by the designation of the entire subdivision for Rural uses by the General Plan. The subject property is fully improved with a single-family dwelling and various recreational facilities, such as a swimming pool and a tennis court. Approval of the requested Special Permit to allow the Applicant to conduct tennis lessons on the existing court will not have any material effect upon the State and County responsibility in protecting its valued agricultural lands. The subject property, from the standpoint of potentially supporting any reasonable agricultural use, has already been compromised due to its improvement as a single-family residential homesite. 5. The land upon which the proposed use is sought is unsuited for the uses permitted within the district The Project Site is currently not used for any agricultural purpose and fully improved as a single-family residential homesite along with a swimming pool and tennis court facility. For this reason, the subject property is not identified as important agricultural lands by both the State or County. As discussed above, the subject property, from the standpoint of potentially supporting any reasonable agricultural use, has already been compromised due to its improvement as a single-family residential homesite. 121 Page 6. The proposed use will not substantially alter or change the essential character of the land and the present use The Applicant and his entire family and circle of friends are avid tennis players. Therefore, the existing tennis court does accommodate frequent personal use for casual play. The potential concerns arise when the introduction of formal tennis lessons exceed the typical characteristics of casual play. As the tennis lessons will be conducted on and within the existing tennis court facilities, the essential outward character of the subject property will not physically change. Arriving players will park on the subject property and not on Mele Manu Street. The tennis court is covered as well. Therefore, the physical attributes of the subject property as a single-family residence will not significantly change. What will change are the characteristics on how the tennis court facility is being utilized to accommodate tennis instruction. Obviously, there will be more frequent use of the tennis court, which translates to more people and vehicles coming to and going from the subject property. Along with more people visiting the property is the potential for more constant noise and traffic. The Applicant has been implementing various measures to address these potential adverse effects on the character of the immediate and surrounding area by limiting the hours of instruction and staggering the sessions to avoid overlapping the traffic and people at the subject property. Covering the tennis court has not only helped with inclement weather, but has also helped to mitigate the transmission of noise. Operational restrictions, such as eliminating pickle ball activities during the evening hours and restricting the playing of music during lessons will further mitigate the potential of noise impacts upon surrounding properties. 7. The reauest will not be contrary to the General Plan and official Community Development Plan and other documents such as Design Plans In considering the issuance of a Special Permit to allow a particular use, it must be assessed against the applicable goals, policies and standards of the General Plan. It is only through a comprehensive policy analysis approach that evaluations and decisions can be made to better time or stage developments to achieve quality growth. The implications of these evaluations and decisions must also be considered as they may have an impact on other similar areas in the County. Land use is one of the principal focal points of public concern and policy. The Land Use Element of the General Plan provides the primary basis for direct control and guidance of publicly and privately owned resources. It is also intended to be used as a policy guide for the coordinated growth and development of all sectors of the County. It sets forth goals, policies, standards and courses of action to accommodate growth without congestion, to designate and preserve the lands needed for residential use, commercial 13 Page and visitor services, industry, agriculture and open space, and to coordinate these uses with the County's service and circulation systems. The overall Land Use goals, policies and standards are set forth to physically plan the lands in the County in the best interest of the island's residents. In addition to its goals, policies and standards, the General Plan also includes the Land Use Pattern Allocation Guide (LUPAG) Map, which is a graphic representation of the document's goals and policies to guide the coordinated growth and development of all sectors of the County by presenting a graphic depiction of the physical relationship among the various land uses. The LUPAG Map establishes the basic urban and non- urban form for areas within the County. The General Plan LUPAG Map designates the subject property and the rest of the Pacific Plantation Subdivision as "Rural', which is appropriate given the one-acre lot sizes and predominately single-family residential use within this long-established subdivision. The requested use, along with the implementation of proper mitigation measures, would complement the following goals the Land Use and Economic elements of the General Plan: Land Use: • Designate and allocate land uses in appropriate proportions and mix and in keeping with the social, cultural, and physical environments of the County. Economic: • Economic development and improvements shall be in balance with the physical and social environments of the island of Hawaii. While the subject property maintains an Agricultural designation by the State Land Use Commission, the General Plan does designate these lands for Rural uses. The request to utilize an existing tennis court to conduct tennis lessons that are open to the general public will not compromise the goal of the Agricultural element of the General Plan to "Preserve the agricultural character of the island". Pacific Plantation Subdivision, within which the subject property is located, is a rural subdivision and not designed to accommodate any significant amount of extensive or intensive agricultural activities. 14Page G. GROUNDS FOR APPROVAL OF A SPECIAL PERMIT (Planning Department Rule Section 6-7) The Planning Commission shall not approve a Special Permit unless it is found that the proposed use: 1. Is an unusual and reasonable use of land situated within the Agricultural or Rural District, whichever the case may be. In recognizing that lands within Agricultural districts might not be best suited for agricultural activities and yet classified as such, and in recognition that certain types of uses might not be strictly agricultural in nature, yet reasonable in such districts, the Legislature has provided for the Special Permit process to allow certain unusual and reasonable uses within the Agricultural district. Based on existing and substantially improved nature of the subject property as a homesite that restricts any opportunity to conduct meaningful agricultural activities, the Applicant finds that allowing tennis lessons to be conducted on an existing tennis court facility is considered an unusual and reasonable use of agricultural land within the State Land Use Agricultural District within this particular section of the City of Hilo. 2. Would promote the effectiveness and objectives of Chapter 205, Hawaii Revised Statutes, as amended. The State Land Use Law and Regulations are intended to preserve, protect and encourage the development of lands for those uses to which they are best suited in the interest of the public welfare of the people of the State of Hawai'i. In the case of the Agricultural District, the intent is to preserve or keep lands of high agricultural potential in agricultural use. Soils within the Project Site are identified as being of the Keaukaha series which are mostly covered in woodland, pasture and homesites. These soils are classified as "D" or "Poor" soil by the Land Study Bureau's Overall Master Productivity Rating. Most significantly, however, is simply the fact that the subject property is extensively improved as a single-family residential homesite that also accommodates a tennis court facility. Therefore, the issuance of a Special Permit to allow the Applicant to conduct tennis lessons on an existing tennis court facility will not displace any existing agricultural activity nor adversely affect the preservation and agricultural use of the County's prime agricultural lands, and is not contrary to the objectives sought to be accomplished by the State Land Use Law and Regulations. 15 Page H. COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT The requested Special Permit, if approved, will not be contrary to Chapter 205A, Hawaii Revised Statues, relating to Coastal Zone Management. The subject property is not situated within the Special Management Area, being located about 4 miles from the nearest shoreline and is not subject to any coastal hazard nor anticipate to have any adverse impact upon coastal resources such as coastal recreational and marine resources, coastal ecosystems or the public use and recreational use of any beach. There is no record of a designated public access that traverses the subject property, which is maintained as a private residence. As the subject property has been extensively altered and improved as a residential homesite, the Applicant can definitely confirm that native Hawaiian cultural practices are not being exercised within the subject property. Therefore, it is not anticipated that approval of the request will have any adverse impact on cultural or historical resources in the area. The subject request is limited in scope: to allow for tennis lessons to be conducted on an existing tennis court facility located at the Applicant's home. No additional land, natural resources or public services and utilities will be required in order to support the requested use. Therefore, this request is supportive of the County's efforts towards properly managing development. Finally, in terms of the public participation objective, this is generally a public agency function. This is achieved through the Marine and Coastal Zone Management Advisory Group (MACZMAG) and the public hearing process required pursuant to the Planning Commission's Rules and County Council's meetings on this application. Notices of this application will become available through the posting of a sign on the property, as well as sending two (2) notices to surrounding property owners, one at the time the application is filed and again, prior to the public hearing. In view of the Hawaii State Supreme Court's "PASH" and "Ka Pa`akai O Ka `Aina" decisions, the issue relative to native Hawaiian gathering and fishing rights must be addressed in terms of the cultural, historical, and natural resources and the associated traditional and customary practices of the site. As the subject property is located about 4 miles from the shoreline and has been significantly altered to accommodate the existing single family dwelling, swimming pool and tennis court, the Applicant finds that no valued cultural, historic, or natural resources related to traditional and customary practices were identified within the subject property, and no traditional and customary native Hawaiian rights are exercised therein. For similar reasons, the Applicant could not identify any such valued resources within the subject property. For these reasons, the Applicant could find no evidence of any possible significant adverse effects or impairments that will occur to any valued resources should this Special Permit request be approved. While no on-site improvements are anticipated as part of this request, should the Applicant inadvertently encounter any remains of historic sites, such as rock walls, terraces, platforms, marine shell concentrations or human burials, the Applicant 16Page agrees to cease work in the immediate area and contact the Department of Land and Natural Resources-State Historic Preservation Division (DLNR-HPD), resuming activities only upon securing archaeological clearance from DLNR-HPD when it finds that sufficient mitigation measures have been taken. I. CONCLUSION Based on the discussion above, the Applicant finds that the issuance of a Special Permit to allow tennis lessons to be conducted on an existing tennis court facility located on the subject property consisting of 1.003 acres of land that is situated within the State Land Use Agricultural District would support and not be contrary to the objectives sought to be accomplished by the State Land Use Law and Regulations. 171 Page �r Sig- r; '. a I , � � it v � - •-�r III .. ... .. -- ' r, F_ a Looking mauka(south)at covered tennis court Looking east at covered tennis court from gravel parking area EXHIBIT A i •r Looking south along gravel parking area inside covered tennis court rf r."►/ r►�,�„ til ...' fSY Lee Wilson I536 Mele Mang Street, Hifo, HI 96720 December 6, 2021 Re: Support of Randy Kunimoto&Randy's Tennis t To whoa;it may concern' I've known Randy Kunimoto for over 14 years. Over these many years I've appreciated him as a caring and effective teacher,trainer and coach to my two sons, as a conscientious neighbor, and as an outstanding advocate for tennis, pickleball and wellness in our community. I first met Randy when he began teaching tennis to my oldest son,when Reyn was just six. My youngest son, Rhys, started lessons with Randy several years later. Combined, Randy and his staff coached my two boys for a total of nearly ten years. He taught them the sport to where both are now proficient and will be able to enjoy tennis as a life-long activity. But beyond the skills of the tennis swing, Randy did an amazing job teaching both of them the value of discipline,good sportsmanship and the benefits of investing time and attention to improve yourself. In addition to being a customer,I've also been Randy's neighbor for more than 16 years and live just a dozen houses away.Although certainly there are additional cars on our road in the morning as kupuna head up for their court times, and in the afternoon with parents driving their keiki for group lessons,the added traffic is never noticeable and in generaf all abide by our speed limit and waive to those walking the hill for exercise. Three years ago Randy introduced me,a 50+year old with a"dad bod,"to the sport of pickleball. With group instruction and fun play for adults in the early evening after work, I quickly learned to trove the sport. it's inspired me to change my diet and exercise regularly, enabling me to improve my physical and mental health. About a year after introducing me and others to pickleball, Randy received a complaint from one of his neighbors.As pickleball is played with a hard plastic ball, not a felt tennis ball,the noise from the pickleball play at night was too loud. Although the issue was raised from just one neighbor,and after inquiring no other adjacent neighbors minded, in an abundance of caution and concern Randy cancelled all evening pickleball and cut back tennis instruction to end by Spm. Personally I was devastated but found other places to play, and my son's lesson's times shifted, but I thought it was commendable of Randy to hear the concern from this one neighbor and do what was needed to mitigate the concern. That's why it is completely surprising to me that this is still being raised as an issue. If you surveyed the whole Mele Manu Street neighborhood you would only find one resident with concerns. Personally, I have absolutely no issue with Randy's Tennis operations in our neighborhood. Randy and his business make a tremendously positive impact on our community and have been an authentically respectful and courteous neighbor. Sincerely, ,ifltA- 1 Lee Wilson Ph 808-937-1127 Hilotee8O8@grnail.com EXHIBIT B Irr� 1 January 29,2022 Ti)whom it may concern: dark days. It is with great respotlily,ra*lessen Writing thische and llcnertbrought tback tsOnlcEwcry dark an 1Lanr y Kunimotn and his tennisp b j I mention respottsibility because eantcostnc oture f my daugl�tcr�s life naytno,have been the-,;,nine if is E prugnlm.I know fur certill call re the E God had not put RandYnna he and at thesage of Fitt ndlsos her dad andlgreatest�sur(or" died and anxiety front a g 5 :(osis with Didi. 1 trusted him to know of pneumonia Six tvccks alter being ding((❑sed«ith stage 4 kidney cancer. Randy was the tri person l told tint he was terminal. I did not sisare the grog how and+whatt char.with her. Rand tibecame what he need.vlasdhc was ova!blc fo pen d cd on for or her-Site security olid der usted rind went on to play for a Division t ttan her life. I know of so many kids happy. 1 will fore crbe8 Cful forRandY's influrrtcc %%,hose lives have been impacted by this man. Not only and heteach titin'excel craLcF{c ltastnlways skips,but he carts about their character,their wellbeing made himself availabic to all ofhis students. We always said he had three plus hundred children. That is not an untrue stgtctncnt by ally means.his ro ram in this pasidon. His progmtn has 1:=nIt is also with heartache that I:find Randy p g going an for decades. Those that at compkaining now,Sent tittle child through hies c sn is much when younger. what was good then cannot be bad now,especially Ixcause his p ! smaller non•. We all know the positive or negative influence a coach can have like a thechily are life. They cin make a child feel like they can do better or they can make them feel like they arc rite They Randy has gill for c8nitccling with his students ill a very meaningful way.He builds their self-confidence.cmPotiwers then'to be the best they can he,not the best period, He teaches thorn 1. w❑rk ethic,FCSl10nSEt7111[y,honesty.liew to give back and most Dfa11,ItC[CBehl'S 11tC1Tt ktndneas by example. Randy hos always been mindful orthe neighbors• I•la always reminded us not to sp ,not o litter,to park so no one is blocked,to be resp cctfisl of the whole neighborhood. Presently,bis young children aren't allowed to go out after 8:36 pm. They are told to be gtlict even inside their own home. Children arc children. They should be free,cspccially in their own home. I know sic a1 all hours,fight,yell or scream,leave trash Randy would not let his children blas!muall around or park old broken down cars in the street...aII of which are malities for many ncighborhoads. Randy must feel like thorc's a noose around his neck, i fend it unfair that his children arc experiencing sucll anxiety,uncertainty and stress,cspccially after he has helped so many of our kids in the community. It truly causes me heartache when 1 think of ail the goo that will be Inst for so many kids and adults. To have o€grogram in our community that hells kids be healthier in a safe and enriching environment is worth saving and supposing. Randy is one of best when it comes to teaching 1 beginner tennis player's solid fundamcnlaIs and technique. Throughout the yl rs we have j continuotiLsly been asked,"Haw Is it so many good tennis players come out of Hilo?" It's similar i to bas eball...Itow conic so many pro fes+ianais come out of Hila? it's hccause we havc excellent coaches that know what they're doing. I must also mention that these young kids grow up with skills that can very well get then:a free college cducation. 1 know of at least six of Randy's students around Didi's age drat st•cre given full rides to D l and D2 colleges, In fact,I talked to one dad yesterday in Costco who told Inc hitt daughter is getting her masters on a full ridc because she still had eligibility due to the pandemic. He said her tennis skulls have saved then% over$250,000 so Earl I know that we would not have been able to afford to send Didi to college if she had not gotlerl that full ridc. Randy is definitely an asset to our community.What bust benefit will the cotnnntnity lose without his program'? What huge bcncfi€will we reap by cancelling his program or Iimitin g it so much that the costs far outweigh the profits? Finally,it is with pleasure and much gmtitudc for him and his preg"n that 1 ask for consideration of all things as you review all sides of(Itis issue. I hope you take to lie ail the lepers you receive and I hope you receive many.Then again,knowing Randy.he may not have asked too many knavring that he would have to share the truth and possibly hurt someone else, f hope the greatest good prevails. With sincerest regards, 1 Caroline kui"Wong Kelto Mizutani 360 Kamanelo PI. HiiIo,Hawaii 85720 December 31,2021 DCommission,ear Hawaii County Planning s Tennis). Randy I am writing this Ietter of support for Randy Kunimvtds tennis business�Rand�me is Kaita is applying for a special use permit to be able to continue to mach tennis in Hilo. Y Miiutani and I am a Firefighter/EMT with the Haw for me 0o Ipaam and fall n loAt the ve with the sport.became e my tennis roach. His coaching style was very easy taught me tennis,as well would always use positive words and show complete gram He spenfessiona ft countless hours bath on and off the as many II€e Iessons throughout my years in his p g court with me. With his coaching,1 was able to represent vis onHawaii fie also coached ma National e and my doubles far Z and under,14 and under,as well as 15 and and winning$i1FS and States partner in preparation for the High School Tennis seasons where we ended up come to doubles partner r tennis tournamen for Waiaicea High School. ftWadaiw�t of his love for shis students. At the age of 16,my ts to show support and coach us. Thi and taught us how to and I,expressed our interest to coach tennis. Randy then took us under his wing, implement safety,and be professional. We started off being his assistant,and plan tennis lessons, plan were able to teach Iessans on our own, I was able to teach kids from ages four and up as anttennis lee to well as adults from ages up to tee O$. H taught Iwouldstay Ishowhustle as e to of waste any f o r clients time. how important custom Using my skiII base i betaine a tennis coach for Hilo High Schaaf,Hilo Yacht srIub,and assisted to many tennis fundraising events in the community. gh leve 1,he a Iso me nto red Although Randy taught me how to play and co He vuas aIwa nis at a Ys conc very h Irrned about my grades and me to da well In school and relationships with people. made sure that was priority over practices. Whenever I had conflict with other people,or even girlfriend problems,he was always there to lend me his advice. As a High schooler and College student in Hi lo,there were many times that I could've gotten into trouble,but because of my association to He wa Randy's Tennis,i would always think about how that could negatively affect his reputation. s a role model that I did not want to let down. I believe most students benefit from Randy's tennis. Whether they are recreational or competiit!ve players• l see a Iot of students that have been in his program from 8 years old,graduating and becoming outstanding college graduates. Personally,I have used all of experience in coaching,training,customer service and showing respect,to apply for the Hawali Fire Department. 1 believe that through his men torship,I was able to get hired at the age of 20 after only one try. I believe Randy's tennis is,and will continue to benefit our island by producing outstanding students,athletes,promote health and fitness,and positive role models. I humbly ask to please allow Randy to be able to continue his tennis practice. Sincerely, Kaito Mlzutani i To whom it may concern, There will never be enough words that can come close to expressing how mush Coach ' Randy has done for me,and continues to do for the tennis community of Hilo.I was fortunate enough to have had Randy Hunimoto as a tennis coach for 7 plus years.Coach Randy has completely shaped me into the woman I am today.His coaching guided me far past my tennis abilities and has taught me life-Iong values.Values of hard work, humbleness,sportsmanship,responsibility,accountability,and so much more.These are Iessons money can't buy but with coach Randy,thaw exactly what you're getting because that's who he is and everything he embodies. My dad and I shared this passion for tennis and I always dreamt of playing for a Division I University.After he passed away suddenly when I was 16 years old,Coach Randy took on the responsibility and dedicated countless hours to help me accomplish such goals.He'd squeeze me into his already busy schedule for one on one lessons and would even offer his court for me to use so I could practice before going to school.I ended up playing for two Division I universities and received full ride scholarships for both. I am so incredibly grateful to be one of his many tennis success stories.Coach,Randy will always be a role model and someone I aspire to be on and off the court I only hope to have a life long affect on half the amount of lives Coach Randy has impacted.There is no doubt that Randy is a phenomenal tennis coach,but he's not only bringing up great players,he's making great all around people.Please don't take away the opportunities for our future tennis keiki. If you have any further questions or concerns please feel free to contact roe.Thank you for your time. Sincerely. Diana Wong$o;orquez i om , I 1 T April 26, 2022 Mr. tendo Kern, Planning Director Planning Department, County of Hawai'i 101 Pauahi Street, suite 3 Hilo, Hawaii 96720 Aloha, Mr. Kern, This letter is in strong support of Randy Kunimoto's Special Use Permit application. Tennis is a great sport for people of all ages. For keiki, tennis not only builds muscle and coordination, it teaches valuable life lessons fostering a hardworking attitude, socialization and problem-solving skills. For kupuna,tennis keeps seniors strong and agile in body, mind and spirit. As a tennis player, I can attest that Randy is a skilled a d patient teacher. For the past 20 years.I have taken weekly lessons from Randy, honing my tennis skills and loving the laughter and hard work that comes with the lessons. Randy has contributed greatly to the tennis community in East Hawaii. Whether it is to support Junior Tennis, UHH Vulcan Tennis or Adult League tennis, you can be assured that Randy has played a pivotal role in the success of the event. Having observed Randy's mitigation efforts to decrease the impact of his lessons on his neighbors by reducing the size of his group lessons, posting notices to deter speeding and adjusting his hours of operation, I believe he has tried to be a good neighbor. Mahalo for the opportunity to express my strong support of Randy Kunimoto's Special Use Permit application. Best Regards, Clarysse Kami Nunokawa 808-345-7760 clarysse.runokawa@gmail.com Nancy T. Kelly 201 �Ialua Loop Hilo,Hawaii96720 808-345-9766 ntk9972006 yahoo.cor; Planning Department CountyofHaviaiI April 25,20.22. To Whom it May Concern: i am writing to express my strong support of Randy Kunirroto's special use permit application. have been a beneficiary of his instruction for several years. I have also seen first-hand the positive impact his lessons have had on youth and adults,yaungthrough seniors. As President of the East Hawaii Community Tennis Organization,we have always been able to count on Randy to assist with tennis events that promote the enjoyment of tennis and its positive impact for new and existing lunior and adu It players. Randy has always tried to be a good ne;ghbor. He's reduced his group lesson size, posted r,otices to deter speeding,and adjusted his hours of operation. Given the limited availability of tennis courts in Hilo the loss of h s business operations would have a significant negative in-pacton the tennis community and his family. Sincerely, Nancy T.hell December 07, 2021 Hawaii County Planning Commission; Planning Director I am writing in support of Randy Kunimoto's tennis business and commitmen`. to our community; should it come to an end it wiII be a terrible tragedy to the community. I have known Mr. Kunimoto for over 20 years. First, as a teacher at ft Ikea Intermediate School, a co-worker for 8 years before he left to open his business. During the 6 years he was an excellent teacher for the students of middle school age. He cared for their intellectual education, social and physical development of growing into weII rounded students. When he opened his business he was able to reach all individuals from age 4 to 80 plus for the Iast 18 to 20 years. In my eyes Mr. Kunimoto is a superstar with tons of love and aloha . His fees are very minimal. For example a charge of $20.00 is for an hour, but his hour turns into extra 30 to 45 minutes; sometimes 2 hours. Many other coaches or facilities would charge double or triple his fee. Often when it rains and the County Indoor Tennis facility is not available, Mr. Kunimoto aIIows the University of Hawaii Vulcan Tennis team the use of his court with no cost to the program. With out Mr. Kuimoto's facility the Vulcans would not have reached the NCAA championships, and recognize Hilo, Hawaii on the map. An example of successful tennis individuals is the Vulcan tennis coach, KaIIen Mizuguchi who had gone though coach Kunhoto's program as a youngster. Today there are many college students who participate in Division I and 11 tennis teams on the mainland. The Hilo community have been recognized for its tennis success in the state and national level. Many can never know the amount of patience and hours it takes to instruct thousands of individuals; on a daily basis, yearly. It's a shame if Mr. Kunimoto will need to shut down his business after 20 plus years, only because of one neighbor who has been unhappy and complained in recent years. Mr. Kunimoto has addressed every issue brought to his attention, some were absurd request which eliminated some programs. This neighbor has also been unhappy with others that live around him. Closing Mr. Kunimoto's business will be devastating not only to the business , but the future of our community. There will be no youngsters who will participate in the Junior Tennis Program, which he has put in countless hours. High School 3 tennis and students attending college will be affected. Older adults who enjoy tennis and belong to the USTA leagues will be affected. This season of thankfulness and love, let us be grateful for Mr. Kunimoto has contributed so much to our community. 2012 the University of Hawaii Hilo Athletic Hall of Fame, recognized Randy Kunimoto for his tennis dedication to our community. It will be wise for our community to allow Randy Kunimoto to continue giving his time on his property even though it is a residential-agriculture zone. Merle Yoshino 1 To whore it may concern. ' I am writing this letter in support of Randy Kunimoto and Randy's Tennis. I have coached for a number of years (at different levels) In a different sport,but Randy's Tennis is a different environment than other businesses that provide individual and small group instruction. In a lot of the other businesses,the main focus is to develop the skills in players so that they can be successful and compete at the highest level. Although Randy's program has been successful at developing tennis players that are able to play at a high competitive level in High School,Junior Tennis, and evert college, Randy's program is special. He is a coach that is always providing positive feedback to his players,yet expects them to work hard each time they step on the court. He is always attuned to his players, making sure that they are balanced physically, mentally,and emotionally. Randy's Tennis is a safe place for players where the goal Is not only developing their skills in tenn€s, but also developing life-skills in a€l of his players. Personally, I have experienced the benefits of having my daughters be a part of Randy's Tennis and the mission that he has for h:s program. My daughters have been a part of the program for about 8 years. They compete in Junior Tennis tournaments throughout the state and experience the pressures of playing in these types of tournaments. Watching them play in these tournaments, where players make their own calls and the integrity of the sport is often overcome by the "competitive spirit", Randy has always been there to reinforce to my daughters the importance of integrity and good character. In a recent tournament,an official carne up to my wife and complimented my daughter on her fair calls and how she acts on the court. This is entirely due to Randy's work. On countless occasions,during lessons, he would talk to her and reinforce the importance of making good calls and playing the game with integrity. This speaks volumes to the type of environment that Randy has built at Randy's "Tennis. These traits that he tries to instill in his player go past the sport of tennis and will benefit them in whatever future endeavor they wish to pursue. But the most important benefit for my daughters is that handy has been an awesome advocate for my daughters. As stated before, my daughters compete in junior tennis tournaments. Because these tournaments are so competitive,the players are put under an immense pressure to do well. It is a difficult situation to put an 11 or 12-year-old and expect them to do well. As a parent, wanting them to do well, I added to the pressure and my daughters did not handle it well. I know it is always difficult to go up to a parent, but Randy saw that my daughters were in a negative situation and for their benefit he was able to talk to me and help me with my daughters. Knowing the type of person that Randy is, he would do this for any one of his players. I believe that my daughters and I are in a better situation now, but we are still working on it. He is a valued friend that continues to help me with my relationships with my daughters. I honestly don't know where we would be had he not taken the time to be an advocate for my daughters. Randy is a role model to his students, using tennis as an avenue to teach his players the benefits of perseverance and integrity, It's no surprise that many of the players that Randy has worked with over the years have became outstanding citizens in our community and statewide. Having my daughters he a part of this makes me proud and l enthusiastically recommend to anyone asking about Randy and Randy's Tennis. Sincerely, Layne Takahashi i Phone#: (808)7561-7589 Itakahashi@hawaiiantel.net s a County of Hawaii Planning Department 101 Aupuni Street,Suite 3 Hilo, H1. 96720 3 December 6, 2021 Dear planning Department Director, We are writing on Behalf of Randy Kunimoto in support of his application for a special use permit to teach tennis lessons on his property. It is our understanding that Randy is required to have this permit in order to continue his Business of teaching tennis. Randy has been teaching tennis to children and adults for over 20 years. His impact on the community has endeared him to many,young and old who are grateful for the opportunity to enjoy the game of tennis. We are 100%supporters of Randy's tennis program. Our daughter Carni was the beneficiary of Randy's coaching for 10 years. Tennis is not just a business for him, it is his passion. Randy is committed to being a transformational coach, one who values the person over the player. His mission is to build character, not just athletic skills. We are forever indebted to Randy for being an inspirational mentor and rale model for our daughter. Currently a freshman at Dixie State University, Carni has achieved her dream of playing collegiate tennis. In closing, we are in strong support for the approval of the special use permit for Randy Kunimoto. His contribution to the community has been tremendous and we would hope it continues for many years to come. Sincerely, 0( L-" Niiton Oyama Linda Oyarna f Karyn Tada 259 8dita Street, Hilo Ht 1808-936-1501 J kar�ntoda@hotmail.com December 15, 2021 To Whom It May Concern: As an educator, parent and a resident of Pacific Plantations, I wholeheartedly support Randy Kunimoto as a tennis instructor. Randy has coached all of my children, Aaron. Kendall and Daniel since 1995. All have developed the love of tennis as a result of Randy's coaching. They have participated in junior tournaments, represented Hilo .Junior Tennis Club and Hilo High School and played throughout college. More importantly, my children have earned scholarships and sportsmanship awards as a result of tennis and Randy's tennis instruction. As an educator for over 30 years, i have seen the results of students being involved in sports and how sports can influence a person's perseverance, coping and decision making skills. I believe that connecting children to a strong positive mentor definitely heightens their success life. Randy has been and continues to be a mentor not only to my children, but to the Hilo community. Randy's instruction for adults is also appropriate for every skill level and style. His character and values transcend to all he provides lessons for. Tennis is not just a sport, but a venue for a healthy lifestyle and attitude. I feel Randy has been an ideal resident for Pacific Plantations subdivision and has accommodated all concerns. I hope Randy is able to continue to contribute to this community and make a difference in our lives. Sincerely, Ka" Tada Karyn Tada i l),remlicr 0.2021 To whom it may concern, I am writing in support of Randy Kunimoto's tennis business and his huge commitment and contributions to aur community. Randy is an inspiring,supportive,positive and motivating coach for our keikt and community. He provides a safe and covered facility for our chlidrenitennIs community to receive tennis lessons, maintain health and promote physical activity. Unfortunately,our county parks and tennis courts are overrun by homeless. and I feel extremely unsafe taking my children to these locations.Also due to the frequent wet weather in Hilo there are limited places to p3ay tennis. Randy's Tennis provides a healthy outlet for our children to get out and stay active, especially during the Govid pandemic. It would be terrible travesty to our Biq Island community if he would need to cease operations. I hope Randy Kunimoto will be able to continue serving our youth arra tennis Community on his property. Please contact me at LL�In]z.7_ �y_�al�saa,cgin or 808.838.8813 for zny further information. Mahato, Harmony Uyehara Subject: i From: Mildred <mom.millie@gmaiI.com> Date: December 8, 2021 at 5:14:18 PM HST To: randystennis@hotmaiI.com I am writing this letter on behalf of Randy Kunimoto who is trying to maintain his tennis teaching facility. For 17 years Randy has been instructing youngsters,teens and adults at his facility on Mete Mauna Pl. he is a dedicated teacher with passion for the game of tennis. Randy grew up in Hilo, attended Hilo High School and was a member of their tennis team. He later matriculated to the University of Hawaii at Hilo earning a bachelors degree in education. Along with his academic studies Randy continued playing tennis on the collegiate team being one of the ranked players. He later earned a Masters degree in Education to continue teaching at Waiakea Intermediate School. Loving the game of tennis so much he has invested himself to give back to the community by continuing to teach youngsters to learn and enjoy the game. He has also coached at the University of Hawaii at Hilo and: now is instrumental in helping our nationally ranked men's team. Teaching the game of tennis Randy has invested time andiresources to build this teaching facility. Throughout the 17 years he has imparted the skills of the game to many youngsters. Many of whom are now in college on a tennis scholarship furthering their education. As an.educator Randy has instilled not only the skills of the game but the love of tennis as a way of continuing to Iearn. No matter youngster,teen,or adult he has taught us that learning never stops. No matter what age we can continue to learn and exercise an excellent way to remain fit. Unlike a team sport tennis is a lifetime game, activity. For some of us who have enjoyed this venue for 17 years we cannot understand why all of a sudden there is a complaint about the court. Is there some specific event or issue regarding the court? Might there be a way to work an agreement of use so that the complaint can be addresses? I request that the planning commission members consider this issue as"taking away" a teaching/Iearning facility from the youngsters of our community. We need to have persons like Randy Kunimoto and his love of teaching to ensure that the children have a place to learn, exercise and enjoy themselves. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Mildred Kaneshiro Sent from my iPad r 1 1 December 9, 2021 To Whom It May Concern: . Multiple studies,anecdotal evidence, and personal experience have proven that sports play an important role in the positive physical,emotional,and mental development of children. furthermore,an effective coach can prove to be an important mentor in a child's life by providing guidance in both athletics and life. One such example is Coach Randy Kunimoto. Since nay child started playing tennis under Coach Randy's tutelage at the age of eight,we have seen his positive impact, not only on her tennis game,but also an how she approaches her U6. Yes, he has taught her how to scree.hit a backhand,and so on, but, more importantly, she has also learned the values of hard work, fair play,commitment,dedication, focus,and teamwork. Thcse are skills that benefit her and our community. t Coach Randy and his tennis program also work Bard to support the community of[-filo. His charitable work with 1-filo High School and the University ofl-Iawai`i's tennis programs.of which my daughter is a proud Muninus.and current member,are testaments to his dedication and commitment to the Hilo community. For these reasons, we agree that forcing Coach Randy to shut down his tennis program, even for a little while,would prove detrimental to both the children and community of Hilo. In any decision one makes, the cost must be analyzed with the benefits. In our opinion,the benefits that Coach Randy and his tennis program provide far out-weigh any costs. When making your decision,we know you will strongly consider the positive impact that Coach bandy and his tennis program have had on our children and the larger community of I filo. We kindly ask that you approve the special use perinit so that Coach handy can continue his good and important work. Thank you for your kind consideration in this matter, 3 i Dan and Charity DcMattos ! 8 Pakalana Place ]-filo,I-II 96720 r . Hawaii Island Planning Department To whom it may concern: I am writing to support Mr. Randy Kunimoto and his tennis business at 1625 Mele Manu Street. My two children have taken tennis lessons from Coach Randy since 2017. He is a highly experienced coach and very caring to the students that attend lessons. He sacrifices his time and energy with students outside of Iessons and volunteers with other tennis programs in our community(University of Hawaii-Hilo tennis, youth tennis tournaments and programs all over the island). I am very grateful that my children get to spend time with Coach Randy and have him as a role model. Coach Randy made a massive investment to build a covered tennis court many years ago and created a business to serve the children of rainy Hilo. Many children have been fortunate to use the facility over the years and my hope is Hilo youth will continue to benefit from it in the future. Based on our weather, l would wish more residents of our town could create areas like his. I would ask the decision maker(s)to get to know Coach Randy and consider his upstanding character, the great benefit of his business and facility to the community, and that the business is viewed as neighborhood friendly to many other households in the area for a very Iong time. Thank you for your consideration. MahaIo, f Clayton Kaneshiro (312) 286-9672 .Lennie Kaneshiro [808] 355-2208 2109 Kaiwiki Road Hilo, HI 96720 �w•ti r t December 27, 2021 To whom it may concern: I am writing this letter of support for Randy Kunimoto, DBA Randy's Tennis. We were informed that a formal complaint has been filed against his business. It is our hope that he will be able to continue his business Iocated at the top of Mele Manu Street. I have known and benefited from Randy's Tennis for about 20 years. i have taken lessons and gone to driIIs at Randy's Tennis facility. Randy has consistently been a steadfast supporter of tennis on the Big Island. He has contributed to the community in the following ways: 1) He has taught hundreds of children of all ages how to play the game. This includes not only the skiIIs but attitude, sportsmanship, strategy, and physical development. He often coached, on his own time, many of these players at the tournaments they competed in. He developed players so that they could compete at the high school and college levels. He provided assistance when the players were recruited by the colleges. 2) i believe that tennis for adults on the Big island has grown because of his contributions. He offers driIIs to develop adults at all skill levels. He also helped keep tennis players fit and healthy with his tennis aerobics sessions and drills. On his own time, he volunteered to provide tennis activities (drills and games) at tennis fundraisers for both the high school teams and the USTA adult program. Additionally he donated tennis balls and equipment to be used as prizes. 3) Randy is one of the key supporters of the UHH tennis teams. He has been a bridge between the players on the teams and the tennis community. He provides opportunities for the groups to interact. Several years ago, the teams were in danger of being cut from the budget. Now with the help of Randy and others, the program has flourished. Last season, the men's team made UHH history by advancing to the semifinals of the NCAA Division II Men's Tennis Championships. I have known Randy personally for over 20 years. Although he has a teaching degree, he chose to pursue his passion for tennis through tennis instruction. He is patient, kind, considerate, and has a high level of integrity. He is a goad influence and example to the young players and is well liked by all. if I can provide further information, feel free to contact me at 808-640-3434. Sincerely, Isl Jo-Lyn Nakamura Caren TK Dodo 489 Wookina Meas Pilo#-if 96720 i December 19,2021 pe:Sandys Tena€s To Whom it May Concern: I am writing this letter in support of Coach Randy Kunirnoto's tennis program. He has taught tennis to both my children,Marissa(now 15)and Katefyn(now 12)for the last 7'/2 years. Coach Randy continues to provfde a positive tennis environment for his students.He and his coaches work to provide the children with lessons-not only on the court,but also in Ilse.On the court,they are taught to keep positive,encourage,support,help others and simply keep trying.His tennis classes are no:just learning the strokes,the steps,the serves,and horny the game is played.Negative behavior is highly discouraged.These lessons reflect in my kids'lives off the court as well. f see it in their school work and social circles as well. I Keeping a positive iearnfng environment at his court is just the beginning.Coach Randy gives so much of his time and expertise to the Hflo Junior Tennis Program as a volunteer coach and helps run drills and fun-night events. His positive outlook on Iearning has produced champions on so many different levels;ail from a smalf town like Hila.This says a lot about his ability as a coach and an individual. Randy's tennis program is a safe environment for kids of all ages land adults). It appears,he also serves a wide range of socio-economic families and provides everyone with equal opportunities. In recent times, COVI❑has wreaked havoc among the younger generation;especially when school was closed for the 2020-2021 school year. Randy was able to keep his program open on a llm4ted basis with small class sizes,social distancing guldefines and sanitization protocols in place. I can't speak for other parents,but for my children-it gave thea an"out"to release frustration of being"locked up" and be able to safely play a sport and interact with other kids their age. Social interaction during COV€D was and stili is super important for the well-being and mental health of my kids. It is with great hope that you will consider and support Coach Randy's tennis program here in Hilo.He is the only coach that provides a covered and lighted tennis court where the kids can carry on with their iessons rain or shine. My kids have truly enjoyed being a part of Randy's tennis program.They have made neer friends and worked toward their life-long goals-with hopes that tennis may help pav the way to future scholarship opportunities or Inst simply life's lessons of determination, perseveranc, and trope. Please do not put out the tight of hope that the children have for the game and provide ou3 Hilo kids with the chance to be the champions they all can be-on the court and off. Sincerely, I Karen TA. Dodo MFS. r.^ L CRAFT L.�,TER 1.7121/2021 December 20,2021 To Whom It May Concern, I am writing this letter to ask 9 Coach Randy's Tennis can continue to provide lessons to the Hilo tennis community and me. My name is Noor Shehata. I am 13 years ofd,and 1 have been taking lessons at Coach Randy's for four years.tennis has a huge impact on my fife.On a regular basis my school ends at 2:15pm.I go to Hilo Hongwanji Gakuen until 3:50pm and then i go to tennis until around Bpm four Imes a week. I also go to tennis on Sundays between gam ' and 10:45am.Coach Randy's Tennis provides me with physical activity,stress relief,and a place to laugh. Currently, at my intermediate school,I have no P.E.class scheduled this school year.The recommended physical activity for my age group is 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous activities per day. Coach Randy's Tennis provides me with physical admty that I need,rain or shine.All of the public tennis courts in Hilo are outside,but Coach Randy's court is covered.Therefore vire can play tennis even in the usual rainy weather in Hilo. I am a teenager and have some stressful days at school. However,when I get to the court,I focus on tennis,and tennis helps me forget about bad things.After tennis, I am relaxed and fess bothered by the troubles happening at school.When i go home after tennis practice,I can focus on my homework and be ready to share my day with my parentis. At Coach Randys,l have friends and coaches with whom t can joke and laugh.In addition, there are some boys and girls I have grown up with in my tennis classes through tennis outside of school. We play team games against each other,play tennis tricks on each other, and decide the loser team's punishments(pushups,squats,shuttle runs,etc).We are competitive,play hard,and laugh hard on the court together. Many of my fiends are in the same situation I am in.With all of this in mind,I hope you allow Coach Randy to run his program on weekday evenings and weekend$to help us continue to be healthy mentally and physically. If you have any questions,please feel free to contact me through my parents. Sincerely, Noor Shehata 11£9 Hokulea P1. Hilo, Hawaii 96720 (808)896-8287: Nader Shehata(dad) (808)895-3207:Aya Shehata(mom) DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS COUNTY OF HAWAII H I LO, HAWAII DATE: June 29, 2022 w4wel"449M TO: Zendo Kern, Planning Director FROM: Department of Public Works, Engineering Division . SUBJECT: SPECIAL PERMIT APPLICATION (PL-SPP-2022-000015) Applicant: Randy Kunimoto Request: To Legitimize the Use of Existing Personal Tennis Court Facilities, a Portion of an Existing Dwelling, and Related Improvements to Provide Compensated Tennis Lessons to the Public TMK: 2-5-061:058 We have reviewed the subject request forwarded by your memo dated June 3, 2022 and provide the following: The subject parcel is in an area designated as Zone X on the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Zone X is an area determined to be outside the 500-year floodplain. Any construction within Mele Manu Street shall comply with Hawaii County Code (HCC), Chapter 22, County Streets. Any construction activities shall comply with the requirements of HCC, Chapter 10, Erosion and Sedimentary Control. Questions may be referred to Robyn Matsumoto at 961-8924. Planning Dept. Exhibit 2 County of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer O4T ��tA tx Ip }{g DEPARTMENT OF WATER SUPPLY • COUNTY OF HAWAII T.µ� �� 345 KEKUANA0`ASTREET, SUITE 29 - HILO. HAWAII 96720 TELEPHONE (808) 981-8050 • FAX (808)951-8857 .1uly 11, 2022 CUH PLA-NN'TNG [SEPT .AUL 12 2022 Pm2:34 REC'D- HAND DELIVERED TO: Mr. Tendo Kern, Director Planning Department FROM: Keith K. Okamoto, Manager-Chief Engineer SUBJECT: Special Permit Application (PL-SPP-2422-000015) Applicant: Randy Kunimoto Request: To Legitimize the Use of Existing Personal Tennis Court Facilities, a Portion of an Existing Dwelling, and Related Improvements to Provide Compensated Tennis Lessons to the Public Tax Map Key 2-5-061:058 We have reviewed the subject request and have no objection, as the proposed request has not generated a significant increase in water demand. For your information,the subject parcel is currently served by an existing 518-inch meter and the current average daily usage is less than 400 gallons. Should there be any questions, please contact Mr. Ryan Quitoriano of our Water Resources and Planning Branch at (808) 951-8070, extension 256. Sincerely yours, 1�" Keith K. Okamoto, P.E. Manager-Chief Engineer RQ:dfg copy —Mr. Randy Kunimoto Planning Dept. Exhibit 3 . . . Nater, Our,%fost Precious Wssource. . . Ra Wai A Kane. . . The Department of Water Supply is an Equal Opportunity provider and employer. DAVID Y.IGE o F„ ELIZABETH A.CHAR,M.D. GOVERNOR OF HAWAII p �B ev a y DIRECTOR OF HEALTH t01 STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH P.O. BOX 916 HILO, HAWAII 96721-0916 MEMORANDUM DATE: June 6, 2022 TO: Mr. Zendo Kern Planning Director, County of Hawaii FROM: Eric Honda District Environmental Health Program Chief SUBJECT: Special Permit Application (PL-SPP-000015) Applicant: Randy Kunimoto Request: To Legitimize the Use of Existing Personal Tennis Court Facilities, a Portion of an Existing Dwelling, and Related Improvements to Provide Compensated Tennis Lessons to The Public TMK: 2-5-061:058, South Hilo, Hawaii The Department of Health, Wastewater Branch will require that the existing cesspool be upgraded to a new wastewater treatment works in accordance with Subchapter 2, Chapter 11-62, Hawaii Administrative Rules. Should you have any questions, please contact Mr. Mark Tomomitsu at(808) 586-4294. Planning Dept. Exhibit 4 SUZANNE D.CASE DAVID Y,IRE A�•�5!!1 y CE9AI PMON GOVERNOR OF KAWAII OJT BOAAND AND NATU RAL ON RESP CES CE COMML£ MANACEMEVT low STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES LAND DIVISION POST OFFICE BOX 621 HONOLULU,HAWAII 96809 ' Jun 6,2022 MEMORANDUM TO: DLNR Agencies: _Div. of Aquatic Resources —Div. of Boating & Ocean Recreation X Engineering Division (DLNR.ENGR00awaii.ciov} X Div, of Forestry& Wildlife {rubyrosa.t.terrago c:.hawaii.aov) _Div. of State Parks X Commission on Water Resource Management DLNR.CWRM hawaii, ov} _Office of Conservation & Coastal Lands X Land Division– Hawaii District ( ordon.c.heit@hawaii.gov) FROM: Russell Y. Tsuji, Land Administratorku"WZ 7ssyc SUBJECT: Special Permit Application {PL-SPP-2022-000015}– Request to Legitimize the Use of Existing Personal Tennis Court Facilities, a Portion of an Existing Dwelling, and Related Improvements to Provide Compensated Tennis Lessons to the Public LOCATION: South Hilo, Island of Hawaii; TMK: (3)2-5-061:058 APPLICANT: County of Hawaii on behalf of Randy Kunimoto Transmitted for your review and comment is information on the above-referenced subject matter. Please submit comments by June 30, 2822. If no response is received by the above date, we will assume your agency has no comments. Should you have any questions about this request, please contact Darlene Nakamura at darlene.k.nakamura hawaii. ov, Thank you. BRIEF COMMENTS: } We have no objections. ( } We have no comments. }) We haven ad 'ti I comments. [V) Comment cl d/attached, Signed: Planning Dept. Print Name: David G. Smith, Administrator Exhibit_ 5 Division: Forest and Wildlife Date: June 22, 2022 Attachments cc: Central Files SUZANNE D.CASs: +C6 G e k4CIIAAPERSON DAVID Y.ICE BOARD OF LANA AND NATURAL RESOURCES A' ��$y 7 CGMMISSION ON WATER RESOURCE MANAGEMEN GOVERNOR OF FLAWAII ■ +� ROBERT FL MASUDA FIRST DF PL-rr � MKALEO rA n6 �'(0( DEfTYDIRECTOR-WATE R 4 �0•�,Sp.Cad' A¢UArfC RESOURCES ROATWG AND OCEAN RECREATIOF: BUT.AU OF COWEYANCES STATE OF HAWAII GOMM�[aE VeWATERRECOMTELL&NDEMENF cD[:sERVAttav AND rnASrA1 LAIan WAn COI:SERVAT[ON AND RESOURCES EATORCEMET.T DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES FTGAT ERWa FORESTRY AM1 WILOI.B"E DIVISION OF FORESTRY AND WILDLIFE HISTORIC PRESERVAnON KPWOOLA[VE 1SLW)RESERVE COMMISSION 1151 PUNCHBOWL STREET,ROOM 325 LAND HONOLULU,HAWAII 96813 STATE PARYS MEMORANDUM TO: RUSSELL Y. TSUJI, Land Administrator Land Division FROM: DAVID G. SMITH, Administrator Division of Forestry and Wildlife SUBJECT: Division of Forestry and Wildlife Comments for the Special Permit Application from the County of Hawaii on behalf of Randy Kunimoto to Allow Tennis Lessons to be Conducted at a Residence in South Hilo The Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW) has received your request for comments for the Special Permit Application (PL-SPP-2022-000015) regarding the residence located at 1625 Mele Manu Street, South Hilo,on the island of Hawaii;TMK: (3) 2-5-061:058. The proposed project consists of allowing the applicant to utilize a portion of his personal residence and existing tennis court facility, located on the subject property, to accommodate tennis lessons that will be offered to the general public. Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on the subject matter.Since no site development or improvements will be taking place at the site,DOFAW has no current comments regarding impacts to listed species. In the event that the scope of the project changes significantly,however, or should it become apparent that threatened or endangered species may be impacted,please consider the following recommendations regarding the potential listed species that may occur in the vicinity of the project area. The State listed Hawaiian Hoary Bat or `Ope`ape`a (Lasiurus cinereus semotus) could potentially occur at or in the vicinity of the project and may roost in nearby trees.Any required site clearing should be timed to avoid disturbance to bats during their birthing and pup rearing season (June 1 through September 15). During this period woody plants greater than 15 feet (4.6 meters) tall should not be disturbed,removed,or trimmed. Barbed wire should also be avoided for any construction because bats can become ensnared and killed by such fencing material during flight. Artificial lighting can adversely impact seabirds that may pass through the area at night by causing them to become disoriented. This disorientation can result in their collision with manmade structures or the grounding of birds. For nighttime work that might be required, DOFAW recommends that all lights used to be fully shielded to minimize the attraction of seabirds. Nighttime work that requires outdoor lighting should be avoided during the seabird fledging season, from September 15 through December 15. This is the period when young seabirds take their maiden voyage to the open sea. Mori, Ashley From: Baybayan, Ointon Sent: Friday, June 3' 2O22 1:46 PM To: Planning Internet Mail Cc Kay, Christian; Kawasaki, EdwantSugihana, Dohann Subject: FW: Request for Comments onApp. No. PL-SPP-2O22-01SonTMK: 2-S-O61:OS8 Attachments: 06-03-2022 MEMO TDAGENCIES (PL-SPP-2O22-01S)9df, Tennis Court Special Use, Fire, 6-3-22PDF.PDF Importance: High Good Afternoon, Please see attached response from the Fire Department. Let meknow ifyou have any questions. Thanks, Clinton K. Baybuymn Fire Captain Hawaii Fire Departnient Fire Prevention Branch /W\ 808-323-476| From:Araujo,Jaclyn Sent: Friday,June U3, ZUZZ95SAM To: DPW Eng<dpvveng@havvaiicounty.govx; Erickson, Neil <Nei|.Ehckson@havvaiicounty.govx; dvvsengineeringrevievv@havvaiidvvs.org; cohdem <cohdem@havvaiicounty.govx; HCPDONE <HCPDONE@havvaiicounty.govx; Fire Admin <fire@havvaiicounty.govx; Kurashige, Pa|ani <Pa|aniKurashige@hammiicounty.govx; Henderson, Royd <Royd.Henderson@havvaiicounty.govx; Kawasaki, Edward <Edvvard.Kavvasaki@havvaiicounty.govx; Baybayan, Clinton <C|inton.Baybayan@havvaiicounty.govx; Kato, Norren <Norren.Kato@havvaiicounty.govx; Santiago, Hans<Hans.Santiago@havvaiicounty.govx; Honda, Eric <Eric.Honda @doh.havvaiigovx; michae|.une@doh.havvaiigov; dbedt.statep|anning@havvaiigov; hdoa.p|anning@havvaiigov; d|nr]and@havvaiigov; d|nr@havvaiigov [c: Kay, Christian <Christian.Kay@havvaiicounty.govx; Dacayanan, Melissa <Me|issa.Dacayanan@havvaiicounty.govx Subject: Request for Comments on App. No. PL'SPP'ZUZZ'UlS on TMK: 2'5'061:058 Importance: High 4[OhDK8kDU/ Please see attached M e m o r e tion. Link to review the application in the [OUOtv'SYYeb'bDSed EPI[ SVSte0O can be found below: � We kindly ask that you submit your comments to no later than July 1, 2022. Should VOU have DOV QUeStiOOS/ please fee[ free to reach out to Christian Kay at (808) 961'8136' Planning Dept. z Exhibit 6 Have a wonderful day Et take care! Mahato nui loa, _7ac1)w,Araujo Planning Commission Support Technician County of Hawaii - Planning Department 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 Hilo, HI 96720 Phone: (808) 961-8288 COUNTY OPHAWAVE Electron"I"c Processing and Information Center (EPIC) We hope that the County of II Nawai'i's EPIC system has made your app[lcaflon process convenient and easy. Connecting with us for h6lp lIs just a 61iclk away. C[Iclk here to request support. IFor more Information go to https-//hawaiicountyhi-energovpub.tylerhost.net/Apps/SelfService#/home. Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s)and may contain confidential and/or privileged information. Any review, use,disclosure,or distribution by unintended recipients is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message. HAWAII FIRE DEPARTMENT . COUNTY OF HAWAII . HILO, HAWAII 96720 DATE June 3, 2022 Memorandum TO CHRISTIAN KAY, PLANNING DEPARTMENT FROM CAPTAIN CLINTON BAYBAYAN, FIRE PREVENTION BUREAU SUBJECT: TO LEGITIMIZE THE USE OF EXISTING PERSONAL TENNIS COURT FACILITIES,A PORTION OF AN EXISTING DWELLING,AND RELATED IMPROVEMENTS TO PROVIDE COMPENSATED TENNIS LESSONS TO THE PUBLIC In regards to the above mentioned project, Fire Department Access and Water Supply shall comply with Chapter 18 of the 2018 Hawaii State Fire Code and Chapter 26 of the Hawaii County Code. For any questions please email Clinton.BUbayanLdhawaiicounty.,zov or call 808- 323-4761. Respectfully Submitted, Clinton Baybayan Fire Prevention Captain Fire Prevention Branch Hawaii Fire Department less ica.Andrews hawaiicoun V)MY Christi an.Ke hawaiicount . ov Subject: PL-SPP-2022-000015 Applicant: Randy Kunimoto Request for Special Use Permit This email is to respond to comments from various agencies. DOFAW There are no plans to clear any part of the site. There are also no plans to disturb, remove or trim tall woody plants or to use barbed wire for any construction. DPW There are no plans at the present time for new construction on the site. FIRE There will be no change to Fire Department Access and Water Supply These comply with the Hawaii State Fire Code and Hawaii County Code. DOH,Wastewater Branch Talked with Mr.Mark Tomomitsu who clearly explained the requirements for installing waste water treatment works. Since it is a huge and costly undertaking, Randy will be talking to those who can give him advice on this matter before he can make any decision. It is not a septic system which we originally thought and had already talked to a contractor about Planning Dept. Exhibit 7 Mori, Ashley From: SeismicCWave <hansentsang@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, March 31, 2022 10:58 AM To: Planning Internet Mail Subject: Special Use permit for 1625 Mele Manu Street To Whom this may concern, I understand that the county is now requiring a special use permit for 1625 Mele Manu Street to operate his tennis business. I applaud the effort by the county and I am expressing my opposition to granting the owner a special use permit. Pacific Plantation was a very special place. A very quiet neighborhood with great neighbors. Until 15 years ago when Randy Kunimoto erected his tennis court and started to offer tennis lessons as a business. He lives at the top of Mele Manu and offer his tennis lessons out of his residence. There is only one way in and one way out of the road. It is because of his tennis clients that he had single handedly increased the traffic by 300 percent. He turned a quiet neighborhood into a thorough fare. He has some good clients and some terrible clients that do not respect the neighborhood. Before the speed humps were installed on the road I have clocked some of his client traveling in excess of 50 mph. Mele Manu Street has a 25 mph speed limit. That was totally unsafe! There were two incidences when I was walking in the evening on the shoulder of Mele Manu Street and I was almost hit by his clients. I spoke with Randy regarding his control over the driving habit of his clients. He turned around and changed the subject and deflected his responsibility. The neighborhood rally for speed humps on the road and thanks to the county they were installed and the vehicular speed had reduced a lot. However the driving habit and number of vehicles had not decrease. Randy's client had at times tail gate other vehicles driving up Mele Manu because they were late for their lessons or in a rush. That makes the neighborhood very unsafe because of his business. This is in additional to the noise his business generates around the neighborhood. This goes on all hours of the day from early in the morning to late at night. The neighbors had to rise up and wrote letters to him to curtail his hours. This has been going on for 15 years and I hope the county will put a stop to the business and return the neighborhood into a nice peaceful and quiet place. I remain sincerely yours, Hansen Tsang 1628 Mele Manu Street Hilo, Hawaii 96720. Planning Dep;. Exhibit 8 Sakai, Kimberly From: SeismicCWave <hansentsang@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, June 26, 2022 12:13 PM To: Planning Internet Mail Cc: Carolyn Subject: Opposing Application for Special Permit (PL-SPP-2022-000015) Response to the Application for Special permit (PL-SPP-2022-000015) 17 years of suffering is more than enough!!! My neighbor Randy Kunimoto had put up a monstrosity 17 years ago to give tennis lessons at his house on 1625 Mele Manu Street. I live on 1628 Mele Manu Street and I have endured 1. The unsafe traffic conditions. 2. The noise. 3. The ugliness of the tent. For the last 17 years. Mete Manu Street used to be a nice quiet neighborhood and we purchase our existing resident because it was safe, quiet and visually pleasing. Then in 2005 the covenant of the subdivision expired and immediately thereafter Randy Kunimoto started to erect this big ugly plastic tent over his back yard. He started to offer tennis lessons. His lessons can run from 7 am in the morning to 10 pm at night. The traffic in the subdivision immediately increased at least 300 percent. I used to walk Mete Manu Street for exercise. I walked on the shoulder of the road. The shoulders are nice and wide. However I was almost ran over by Randy Kunimoto's tennis clients twice. Before the speed humps were put up on Mete Manu Street Mr. Kunimoto's tennis clients would speed up and down the hill on Mete Manu Street. I have measured the vehicular speed in excess of 50 MPH. Especially going down hill. I had confronted Mr. Kunimoto regarding his clients' driving. All he did was change the subject. Then the noise of the tennis clients and especially the tennis coaches when they yell at the kids. It was unbearable. The noise continues day and night form early in the morning to late at night. Who would want a big ugly large white tent in the middle of their neighborhood. Then as the year goes by the white tent is not turning black and even more ugly. I have written to the county department but the issue fell on deaf ears. I am hoping finally the county planning department will address the issue of these tennis lessons and the large ugly tent. I strongly oppose granting Mr. Kunimoto a special use permit to continue his lessons. Sincerely yours Hansen Tsang panning ©epi. Exhibit 9 1 1628 Mele Manu Street Hilo, Hawaii 96720 2 Mori, Ashley From: Trevor Jackson <trevjackson63@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, July 7, 2022 9:20 PM To: Planning Internet Mail Subject: Testimony for PL-SPP-2022-000015; Applicant Randy Kunimoto Attachments: Scan07O72022.pdf, ATT00001.txt; CCR Pacific Plantation.pdf, ATT00002.txt Aloha, Please provide the attached letter and CCR document to the Windward Planning Commission. Thank you, Trevor Jackson Sent from my iPad >On Jul 7, 2022, at 8:57 PM, Trevor Jackson <trevjackson63@gmail.com>wrote: Planning Dept. Exhibit 10 Windward Planning Commission County of Hawaii Planning Department 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 Hilo; HI 96720 June 26, 2022 SUBJECT: PL-SPP--2022-000015; Applicant Randy Kunimoto; Request for Special Permit for Existing Unpermitted Tennis Lesson Business Dear Chairperson Lin and Commissioners, We are neighbors of Mr. Kunimoto and live about four lots away on Meli Place, which is at the top of Mele Manu Drive. We would like to bring your attention to the enclosed Declaration of Restrictive Covenants for Units 1A and 1B of the Pacific Plantation Subdivision, which do not allow commercial and industrial uses. Mr. Kunimoto's property is Lot 55 of Unit 1 B of the Pacific Planation Subdivision and is subject to the covenants which are part of his property deed. Specifically, Section 1 `Use of Land and Structures' states that the land shall be used for agricultural and residential purposes only, structures can only be erected for these purposes and accessory to these uses, and commercial and industrial uses are not permitted unless they constitute permitted agricultural uses. Operating a tennis lesson business is a commercial use and is not permitted in the subdivision per the Restrictive Covenants. We request that the Commission deny this Special Permit so that a precedent is not set for allowing commerical businesses in our neighborhood. Should the permit be approved, it would make it almost impossible for the residents to implement this section of the Restrictive Covenants. We would also like to provide some background information on the impact this business has on our neighborhood. The County recently installed speed humps on Mele Manu Street because neighbors were fed up with cars going to and from Mr. Kunimoto's business speeding up and down the street. The speed humps have reduced the speeding, but the volume of cars has not decreased, and we continue to be tailgated regularly. The tailgating is especially bad on winding Kaumana Drive for his classes that start between 4:00 and 5:00 PM. These speed humps would not have-been needed if it were not for Mr. Kunimoto's business. We appreciate that Mr. Kunimoto's business provides a benefit to the Hilo community and are confident it can be relocated to a more appropriate location. The residents of his neighborhood should not have to bear the burden of the impacts of this business....a business that is not even permitted by the subdivisions CCR's. Please deny this permit request. Thank you for your time and consideration. Respectfully, Trevor and Maija Jackson 1678 Meli Place, Hilo Enclosed: Pacific Plantation CCR's sr: 89 24488 scut e.krsau CQRDATIO UESTEA p. :.,�, ^ q;•r��•��eq W�`lciotu, Ltd. Nilo 8raneh AFTER z� �vTr RET Ta: rr�;c3 H� 3:01 e ma scrow, t 2`�8 4 288 Hilo Brand, - 120 PmwU 5t.,Suite 301 Hila,Hawaii 96720 RETURN BY: MAIL ( } PICK tp t { D$CLARATIQN OF RESTRICTIVE CQVENAN?S BRILHANTE-HAWAII, INC,, a Hawaii corporation, and WILLIAM V. BRILHANTE and KATHLE&H L. BRILHARM husband and •'¢_ wife, hereinafter known as "Declarant", is the owner of i certain Properties in South Hila Hil❑ Count r Y and State of Hawaii, known as "pACIpIC P ^_• 1 LAHTATIOATS SUDD1VISION", more particularly described in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof. a+ Declarant desires to establish covenants relative to the use of said properties in order to develop a cam, Plete, Planned, residential L`Omunity. THEREFORE, Declarant hereby declares that all one acre lots in Units 1A and 1B of the said subdivision shall be held, used, sold, conveyed, encuarbered, leased, occupied ' and improved,Proved, subject to the limitations restrictions, covenants and conditions set forth herein. Except far one acre lots in Units IA and 1s, all other lots shall not be subject to or affected by these covenants. 1• Use Of Land and Structures; The above described land shall be used for agricultural and x 1 22884 289 residential Purposes only; no structures shall be built, erected or placed upon said lands unless said structures are ancillary to the permitted uses or for purposes incidental thereto. No temporary structures, whether tents, sheds, shacks or the like shall be used or erected at any time for - residential purposes_ except for those Commercial and industrial uses, Commercial [permitted agricultural uses, shall not be Permitted on any of the real Property suhryect to these covenants. 2• Size of Residence, Each single famil dwelling which shallhe erected y ected upon any subdivision lot shall contain no less than 1,294 square feet of living area, R5t exclusive of garage, storage space, hobby shop, green •� hooses it , verandas or open patios. only one house per tat will i:: be allowed. 3. Gs_ aue. Every residence shall have a minimum of a two car carport. 4. Construction Haterials- in the All materials used • f All of any single f utilize ilt dwelling snail new materials. 5• Nuisance -�• Ho noxious or offensive activity snail be Barri on upon any Of said lots, nor shall any- thing be done thereon which may be or may become an annoy 1 ante or y- nuisance to the neighborhood, b- Rubbish and Trash. None of the lots shall be used or maintained as a dumping, storage torm e for hes g • or Parking ground vy equipment, large trucks or for discarded or old r 22884 294 vehicles, rubbish, trash, garbage or other waste. No such material shall be kept except in sanitary containers. All incinerators or other equipment for the storage or disposal or such materials shall be kept in a clean and sanitary condition. 7. Animals. No animals shall be raised, kept or maintained on real property subject to these covenants for commercial purposes. Except as provided herein, and unless the raising, keeping or maintaining of said animals shall constitute a nuisance, animals may be raised, kept or maintained for non-commercial purposes. Notwithstanding any other provision in these covenants, pigs, hogs, hunting w- dogs, and gamecocks shall not be raised, kept or maintained upon the real property subject to these covenants at any i *' time, whether or not for commercial or non-commercial ; V; purposes. 8. Compliance with Law. The use of real proper- ty subject to these restrictive covenants, the construction, i erection or maintenance or any improvements on said real property shall be in full compliance with the laws, rules t r and regulations of the County of Hawaii and State of Hawaii. No work shall he commenced an the construction of any a improvements until a building permit has been obtained from F the County of Hawaii as required by law or ordinance. 9. Annexation of Additional Properties. If Declarant should develop additional lands adjacent to or ; proximate to the property herein, such additional lands may ' -3- 22884 291 be annexed to the property without the assent of the lot owners. There will be no requirement that additional lots to have same restrictive covenants as Lots 1 through 33 in Unit JA and Lots 38 to 70 in Unit 1B. 10. Ame�nt. The Declarant of Restrictive covenants may be amended by a written instrument approved by the owners of at least two-thirds 12131 of the lots subject to these restrictive covenants, which amendments shall be effective upon recordation in the office of the Bureau of e State of Hawaii. Notwithstanding any Conveyances of th the other pr ovisions of these Restrictive Covenants■ Declarant may amend all or any part of these Restrictive one year of the date hereof by filing a Covenants within Notice of Amendment in the Bureau of Conveyances of the state of Hawaii. If any provisions in these 11. ssverahilit . [ restrictive covenants shall be found invalid or otherwise tir ; ineffective by a Court of competent jurisdiction or other- s provisions of these restrictive covenants shall, mise. all p � construed so as to remain in full } to the extent possible, be i . 1 force and effect. 12. $nfarcement of Restrictive Covenants. The violation of these covenants creates irreparable injury to said subdivision of the owners of other real property within which damages at law are inadequate. Accordingly: Declarant, assigns or any owner of red successors or 4 property subject to these covenants shall be entitled to , -4- 2 884 292 Obtain injunctive relief, including mandatory relief, from any appropriate Court for any violation of the restrictive covenants, without prejudice to the right Of the Declarant, its successors or assigns, or any owner of real property subject to these covenants, including any action for damages for such breach or failure. If such suit is instituted, and injunctive relief for damages is awarded by the Court, the party obtaining such relief small be entitled to reasonable attorney's fees and costs. It is understood that developer is not responsible for enforcement of the restrictive covenants. l 13. Covenants to Run with Land. All of the foregoing restrictive covenants shall run with the land until January 1zi, , 2005 and any deed, mart a e 9 g agreement of sale or lease shall state that the land described in any such document is subject to these restrictive covenants. is - F , All restrictive covenants to be no longer in effect after ` January 1, 2005- IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Declarant has executed this Declaration thisf day of j/ + 19 BRILEANTE- A I, INC. i - i is Pres, nt F } i ILLIAM V. BRILFiANTE SLEBi) bECLARART �_ ............-.,.,.r-................. --------------------- 22884 293 STATE OF HAWAII 5&: COUNTY of HAWAII 1 14� on this L{7' day of AnRd , before me peXsclnay aPFeare WILL AiILHA desidentwho ng by me duly sworn did say thathe isesidentof HRILHANTE-HAWAII, INC., a Hawaii coxporatio that the seal affixed to the foregoing instrument is the corpo- rate seal of said corporation and that said instrument was sined and sealed in behalf of said corporation by authority of, its Board of Directors and said WILLIAM V. BRILHANTE acknowledged said instrument to be the free act and deed of said corporation. C�i•� Nota Pu c, tat c my commission a pir s �' Y ' rg� AV STATE OF HAWAII 1 ; f 5S: s COUNTY OF HAWAII 1 � . on this day of 19 ...::• before me personally appeared WILLIAM V. BRI TE and " HRTHLEi:N L. i3itILHANTE, husband and wife, to a known to b the persons described in and who executed t 'rag •.' instrument and acknowledged that they executed the some as itheir free act and deed. r . Nota ic, tat a Hat�si i �• My comission expir s:1�� 1 3 Y Y7r.. . ... ............... 2` 884 294 DESCRIPTION WITH � FILE PLAN PACIFIC PLANTATION SUBDIVISION INCREKENT i-A Land Situated 3.2 Hiles West of Ililo Town end 1504 Feet: South of Kaumana Drive At Kukuau 2nd, South Hilo, Island of Hawaii, Hawaii Being a Portion of R.A. 5706, L.C. Aw. 8521-D Part 2 to C.D. Hueu f i SUBDIVIOLO INTO LOTS 1 TO 37, INCLUSIVE, AND � F.. ROAD A, B, C AND 0 AND THE DESIGNATION UN SILSEMMTS '1' TO '29% INCLUSIVE i =i owner Brilhante-Nawali, Inc. , Addresn_ 1342 Kilauea Avenue r.' Hilo, Hawaii 96720 r Beginning at a ripe in concrete, at the northeast Corner of this parcel of land ark on the acutheasterly side of Government Land of Ponahawai, the er•urdinates of said point of beginning referred o Government Survey Triangulation Station "IIALAI" being 9,576.40 feet South and 8.447.81 feet West and running by azimuths measured clockwise frox True South: 1. 59` 23' 3D" 59.29 feet along the remainder of R.P. 5706, i L.C. Aw. 8521-B, Part 2 to G.D. llueu ' to a pipe in concrete; r 2. 329' 23' 30' 720.50 feet along the remainder of R.P. 5706. L.C. Aw. 8521-D, Part Z to C.D. llueu ! to a pipe in concrete; 3. 59' 23' 30" 333.00 feet along tile• ranainder of R,t+. 5706, L-C. AV. 8521-8, Part 2 to G.D. Hueu to a pipe in Concrete; 4. 329" 23' 30" 30.00 feet along the remaindur of R.P. $706, L-C. Aw. 8521-n. Part 2 to G.D_ llueu to a pipe in concrete; S. 239' 23' 30' 333.00 feat along the remainder of R.B. 5706, 1 L.C. Aw. 8521-B, Part 2 to G.O. Hueu to a pipe in concrete; 'Page 1of4 EXH1121T A Y 2`C884 295 6. 233" 15" 39" 280.89 feet along the remainder of RJA, 570G, L.C. Aw. 0521-0, Part 2 to G.O. €€4eu to a pipe in concrete; 7. 239° 23' 30' 103.57 feet along the remainder of H.P. 5706, L.C. Aw_ 8521-0, Part 2 to G.O. Rueu to a pipe in concroto; 8, 329' 23' 30, 1275.36 Feet along ttau reuwind,�r of It.i'. 570G, L.C. Au. 0521-8, Y;1rt 2 to C-O. IlueU to a pipe in Concrutu; 9. 48' 19' 152,45 feet along Lot 10--F, as shown on leap 7, Land Court Application 120S to a pipe in concrete: 10. 46° 40' 406.00 feet along Lot 10-t, as shows) an Map 7, I Land Court Application 1205 to a spike j in Concrete; tE 11. 28' 29' 35' 252.37 feet along Lot 10-9, as shown on Map 7, l $ Land Court Application 1105 to a spike s ' in concrete; I 12. 410 00' 57" 226.79 feet along Lot 10-E, as shown on Map 7, Land Court Application 1205 to a nail in old cross; r 13. 48° 29' 360.00 feet along Lot 10-E, as shown on Map 7, Land Court Application 1205 to a pipe in concrete; 14. 53' 10' 59" 726.17 Feat along lot 10-E, as shown on Nap 7, s Land Court Application 1205 to a pipe in concrete; j 15. 149' 23' 30" 1751.01 fent along the renkainder of R-P. 5706, I l,.C_ Aw. 8521-B, Part 2 to G_U. nuteu to a pipe in concrete; 16. 59' 23' 30` 357.18 feet along the remainder of R.P_ 5706, L.C. Aw_ 0521-8, Part 2 to G.A_ Ilueu to a pipe in concrete; 17_ 149° 23' 30" 413.00 feet along the remainder of R.P. 5706, L.C. Aw, 8521-8, Part 2 to C.D. Hueu to a pipe in concrete: Le. 59' 23' 30" 21.40 feet along the remainder of R-P. 5706, L.C. Aw. 0521-8, Part 2 to G.O. Hueu to a pipe in concrete; Page 2 of 4 s ....Y............._..... ..... .�� .. . 22884 296 19. 147° 00' 139.17 Feet along the remainder of R.P. 5706, L.C. Aw. 6521-11, Part 2 to C.D. Hueu to a pipe in concrete; 20. 193' 00' 393.00 feet along the southeast side of Government Land of Ponahawai to a pipe in concrete; s_ 21. 2439 ou' 244,00 feet along the suuthLJSt side of Covernment Land o[ Ponahawai to a pipe in concrete; 22. 2S9' 26' 515.08 feet along the southeast side of Government Land of Ponahawai to a pipe in concrete; 23. 196' 20' 185.44 feet along the southeast side of Government Land of Ponahawai to a pip= in concrete; 1 24. 231° 30' 714.00 feet along the southeast side of Government Land of Ponahawai to a pipe in concrete; 25. 26V 334 315.51 feet along the south side of Government- Land overnmentland of Ponahawai to the point of heginninq and containing an area of 109.469 Acres. AND DESIGNATION of the following Easemenr4:F_ ; Easement 1 for Drainage Purposes affecting Lot 33 Easement 2 for Drainage Purposes affecting Lot 30 j Easement 3 for Drainage purposes affecting Lot. 29 Faseaent 4 for Spring and drainage Purposes affecting Lots 35 6 36 Easement 5 for Drainage Purposes affecting Lot 15 Easement 6 for Drainage Pur2oses affecting Lots 21 b 22 I Easement 7 for Drainage Purposea affecting Lot 22 Easement 8 for Drainage Purposes affecting Lot 25 Easement 9 for Power Line Purposes Affecting Lot 37 s Easement 10 for power Pale Anchor Purposes affecting Lot 36 Ea's"ent 11 for Power P01e Anther Purposes affevtinq Wt iG Kaseaent 12 for Power Pole Anchor Purposes affecting Lot 35 Fasement 13 for Power Pole Anchor Purposes affecting Lot 35 3 Easement 14 for Power- Pole Anchor Purposes affecting Lot 35 } i I Page 3 of 4 Y 2 884 M Easement 1S for Power Pole Anchor Purposes affecting Lot 8 Easement 16 for Power Pole Anchor Purposes affecting Lot 15 Easement 17 for Power Pole Anchor Purpascy affecting Lot 12 Easement 18 for Power Pole Anchor Purposes affecting Lot l5 Easement 19 for Power Pole Anchor Purposes affecting Lot 16 Easement 20 for Power Pole Anchor Purposes affecting Lot 22 Easement 21 for Power Pole Anchor Purposes affecting Lot 20 Easement 22 For Power Pole Anchor Purposes affecting Lot 22 Easement 23 for Power Pole Anchor Purposes affecting Lot 37 Easement 24 for Water Meter Purposes affecting Lot 6 E. easement 25 for Nater Meter Purposes affecting Lot 9 Mmement 26 for Nater Meter Purposes affecting Lot 17 Easement 27 for Hater Meter Purposes affecting Lot 19 Easement 28 for Spring and Drainage Purposes affecting Lot i Easement 29 for Drainage Purposes affecting Lots 24, 25, 24, 23, 34, 35, 15 a 37 y _ (t �.3 _ f Y r 1 i r Paqe 4 of 4 F r Branch:H15 User:1537 t I1r� AM 8.189 STATE OF HAWAI I BUREAU OF CONVEYANCES RECORDED JUN 05,2006 06:01 AM O=NO(*)2000--103411 AU CAL T.WATANABE REGISTRAR OF CoNpVEYANCES 63 1f1 23 Remm by Maul C ckv T PaOer A 1� FLSD Mit FA0DRQ r. l+cKS'r3 AT Tf o v rr kk N T 13 EN T771g dOCLA��r� OFAll �5 Ralmva AvcaueS,S�iLe A N. "Y'�'O!�ATION ONLY IT F4�NOT 9EEli ..sr.6R Hawai!967?A•3!)11 Et-MM&D AS TO nS MOMON OR A$7O corftl" 1+"" ' rm FSFECY 11(m--r}m"ns_ [y E OF DOCUUZNT. AGR NSM" TT FOR EXONR]N OF DECLARATION OF RR9MCT-FVE COVENAN-M PARTMS TO DOCUMENT: i HAWAII,H1 Document:EN 2006.103411 Pagel of 64 Printed on:9l3012014 11:36 AM y � � Branch:H15 User:1537 nO uxderaigned owners of PrvPcIties within the PACMC PLANTATIONS SMDIVISIDN(the"Subdivision')referenced l:emn,for valuable considexatiexh, including the mut'Ad agredameat of the utadesalgrhed to subject their respective prupertie;s to rhe annum heroin,do hereby agree to extend drat certain Utclaradon of Restrictive Covenants dated Fedsrahary 21, 1969, recorded in liber 22884,Page 288(the"Covenam"),which Covenants are scheduled to expiate on January 1.2005_ The Covenants shall be eaxtOnded to and including Dtr,anber 31, 209, and shall , autarnadcally be extended for additional periods of tan(10)years themeafter,tmlem the owners of at least two-thirds(2J3)of lots subject to these Caywmts shell a gore to terminate or w0dify aleteotam f of the Covenants. Thm Eatanaion is made pursuant to the owners'right of arn�eadmeht purmu mt to Paragraph 10 of the Covenants. Provided that this Agreement Is signed by more titan 2r3 of the owne m whose lots are presently subject to the Covenants,dm*D Covenants shall bind and affect all lets originally subject to the Covenants,rem of whether all ownex have signed this instruawnt, 11w Partm s$reas dw this itastrttmcnt MAY be executed m countupwu,e=h of which shell be deemed an otigm al,and the Carta shaA tWetlaew;constitute mm and the same insttvmcat. binding all parties notwithstandtng.than AU of the parties are not si gpatary to the ssusa oaunterparts. Par all purpows,including witltaui limitation,recordation.filing and delivery of this inoru amt, duplicate unexecuted and un acknowledged pry Of the cOuuu=PmU t&y W discarded and the remaining Pages assembled as ane document. IN VMNESS WFJBRPAF,this f ntmu=has bcah executW by the mKkrh igned on this day of kAYmbow ._.,zoo¢. Name: Brenda Miahilcr► Karma0ka Cane Ao Tax Map Key: (3) 2-5--061-017-0000 3 HAWAII,HI Document:EN 2006.103411 Page:3 of 64 Printed on:9130R014 11:36 AM Mori, Ashley From: Britta Zimmer <drbz@pacificquest.org> Sent: Saturday, August 13, 2022 12:10 PM To: Kern, Zendo; Planning Internet Mail Subject: In Support of Randy Kunimoto Tennis To The Planning Director and The Windward Planning Commission: I am writing in support of Randy Kunimoto 's Tennis Program located on Melemanu St. The participants of this tennis program create a low impact to the neighborhood and surrounding areas. We are respectful and know to keep the noise level in the area low as well as abide by all traffic rules. There is plenty of parking next to the tennis courts on Mr. Kunimoto's property therefore we do not need to have our cars in the neighborhood. Mr. Kunimoto's program is a vital asset to the community. The tennis program provides the young people of Hilo with a safe and nurturing space while being able to develop a skill. This program also contributes significantly to the health and wellness of our community. My family has been learning tennis from Randy since 2016. On a personal note, our daughter was suffering from school related self-esteem issues. Randy's program helped usher her through a very difficult time and provided a healthy outlet. For this we are grateful to Mr. Kunimoto, his ohana, and the supportive community which he has fostered through his program. There are several reasons why shutting down this program would be detrimental to a large sized community of Hilo, composed of young people and kupuna trying to maintain connections and a healthy lifestyle. Please consider my testimony in support of Randy Kunimoto 's Tennis Program. Plcinning Dept. 1 Exhibit 11 `'in_crcly` T—� T� ' ��' , T ". ^��' ^�1ITT� ^�1DlDl��—��vng Sincerely, Britta Zimmer medica|oirect'ur Pacific Quest Ifl, Britta Zimmer. K0 IlMedioa| Dinecor Pacific Quest pxomE 808-218-1222 VISIT ysAT: FAX /pad#cquest.ong 888-1321:3-27139 /facebook | ,twitter Th�o ��nom�oo�on mmy oon�m�n pmpr�n��.pr�vUngnd mndh)rnk�)rmmhon][ nlondod onfly �rimnd/(�)ruoe by [ho pnmon(o)m vvhombomddmooed]fyouare no[ Ilionlondodare hombynoh'Ind [hmkmnymv�n�.d�000m�nmhon.d�o�hbuhonordupUomhonof�h�o oommun1omhono [h000ndormnddoo[mydhloand any oopinomnoomgnmmndkm[ely 12 Securedbypa!ubox H|TRUSTCSF Certified 2 Windward Planning Commission County of Hawai'i 141 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 `��� PLANNING DEADT Hilo, Hawaii 96720 AUG 18 2022 pm2:01 I ECT BY IMA1L David Wolman &Nicola Pinson 65-1227 Laelae PI Kamuela, HI 96743 david@david-wolman.com August 14, 2422 Re: Applicant: Randy Kunimoto(PL-SPP-2022-004015) Hearing Date: Sept. 1, 2022 Letter in Support of Application for a Special Permit Dear Chairperson Lin and Members of the Windward Planning Commission, We are writing to unequivocally support Mr. Randy Kunimoto's application for a Special Permit to legitimize the use of his existing personal tennis court facility to provide compensated tennis lessons to the public. We have been bringing our son all the way from Waimea to Milo to play with Mr. Kunimoto and other local players for nearly two years. The level of instruction and the healthy sporting environment that Mr. Kunimoto has created is unmatched anywhere on the island. What's more, Mr. Kunimoto is the nexus of a tennis community that simply would not exist without him, and without his ability to teach at his personal facility. It is not hyperbole to say that kids are staying out of trouble, playing fewer videogames, and even earning college scholarships because of Mr. Kunimoto and his Ione covered tennis court. -There is a tot of tennis to be had on this island, provided you are part of America's 0.01 percent and can easily afford the staggering cost of lessons at places like the Mauna Kea Beach Resort or the Mauna Lam Auberge. For the children of working-day people here, however, there are precious few tennis opportunities available. It would be a significant loss for many young people here, and by extension for parents trying to encourage healthy pursuits, if Mr. Kunimoto's permit were to be denied. Please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss this matter further. In the meantime, you may count us among the many people who fully support Mr. Kunimoto's application. Sincerely, V David Wolman and Nicola Pinson Planning Dept. Exhibit 12 HONOLULU HI 967 16 AUG 2022 PM 1 L gem COO PLANNING[SEPT ���ss�r/i�/ �v�!/�1•��i 0 7-) AUG 18 2022 Pr,2.01 C� sle 5 gra? J-4.c2 F�S 1110i.ljl-ill i.li'IJill 1111'lllllll'flll�liF 11 �� �� , �� 9�7�3 Mori, Ashley From: Julie Zelko-Drummondo <iulienani@hotmail.com> Sent: Sunday, August 14, 2022 8:27 PM To: Kern, Zendo; Planning Internet Mail Subject: RE: Randy Kunimoto/ PL-SPP-2022-000015 To: The Planning Director and The Windward Planning Commission: I am writing in support of Randy Kunimoto 's Tennis Program located on 1625 Mele Manu St. TMK 3-2-5-61-58 (PL-SPP-2022-000015). It is my hope his special permit to legitimize the use of existing personal tennis court facilities is approved, and I would be very disheartened if there should be anyone that finds fault or complaint with Randy conducting Tennis Classes on his property. I was born and raised on the Big Island, and it is where I have chosen to raise my four children. The Big Island offers so much, but there is no denying that there is a lack of opportunity in sports for our children. Randy has worked hard to bridge these gaps and provide our kids with opportunities they would otherwise not have. In the process, he has taught them lessons that go beyond the game of tennis - he has taught them the power of self-esteem, discipline, and what we can accomplish when we work together. Myr children have been attending Randyr's program since 2012 and I can tell you that his property provides adequate space and parking, and the families and staff are respectful and make sure not to be a hindrance to the surrounding neighbors. I would also like to add that Randy looks out for all the children - he would be the first to donate equipment or his time to the financially less fortunate - because he wants to see all of our kids succeed. If he is unable to conduct his tennis program on his property it not only jeopardizes his livelihood but will also jeopardize the future and development of all the keiki who are currently enrolled in his program. The past few years have proved hard on all of us and as we begin to try and heal we need more people like Randy - who bridge gaps - and programs like Randy's Tennis - which can offer hope and opportunity to the Big Island keiki. Please consider my testimony in support of Randy Kunimoto 's Tennis Program. Mahalo for your time and efforts, Julie Zelko-Drummondo (808)989-8948 Planning Dept. i Exhibit 13 Mori, Ashley From: Charlotte Etling <charhawaii74@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, August 15, 2022 2:48 PM To: WPCtestimony Subject: Randy Kunimoto's Application (PL-SPP-2022-000015) Dear Windward Planning Commision Members, I write today as a staunch supporter of Randy Kunimoto regarding his application to use his tennis court for compensated lessons. Although I am writing as an individual, my feelings echo those of every tennis player I know. About fifteen years ago I took my first tennis lessons on Randy's court. I was already a kupuna at that time, and those lessons changed my life. His teaching style made me feel confident as my skill level grew, week after week. As a former physical education teacher, I appreciated his personalized, valuable suggestions, and so I continued to take lessons there for at least ten years. His covered court has been a godsend when league matches get rained out. Randy was always quick to give permission for his court's use on our many rainy match days. Randy's name is held in the very highest regard in the tennis community. His dedication to the kids' leagues is well known. The tennis successes of his students (including hundreds of all ages and kupunas, like myself) are hailed throughout Hawaii County. Since then I've seen speed humps all the way up his street. While I had never witnessed anyone speeding years ago, I can't imagine his neighbors could see that as a problem now. My feeling is this: Considering all of the good this man has done personally for my game, and for that of my tennis friends, as well as the tennis community itself, I strongly urge you to allow Randy to use his court for compensated lessons once again. He is a gentleman and a citizen of highest regard. Thank you for allowing me this opportunity to support him and his application, Charlotte Etling P.O Box 711803 Mountain View, Hawaii 96771 Planning Dep,. Exhibit 14 Mori, Ashley From: Heather Lee <heather@will kill pests.com> Sent: Tuesday, August 16, 2022 9:36 AM To: WPCtestimony; Kern, Zendo Subject: Letter in Support of Application for a Special Permit - Randy Kunimoto (PL- SPP-2022-000015) Wiliam & Heather Lee Will Kill Termites & Pests 500 Kalanianaole Ave. Bld 5 Hilo, HI 96720 Windward Planning Commission County of Hawai'l 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 Hilo, Hawaii 96720 Re:Applicant: Randy Kunimoto (PL-SPP-2022-000015) Hearing Date: Sept. 1, 2022 Letter in Support of Application for a Special Permit Dear Windward Planning Commission: This letter is in support of Randy Kunimoto's application for a Special Permit to legitimize the use of his existing personal tennis court facility to provide compensated tennis lessons to the public. I am a client of Randy's Tennis Program for over 10 years. My three daughters began tennis lessons in elementary school in 2012 and continued to play tennis in high school for the Hilo High tennis team. Many of the current members of the Hilo High tennis team have also trained with Randy and have used his facilities. Now that my girls are grown, I have begun taking lessons this year. Tennis is healthy activity that my family can all participate in together. Randy Kunimoto's tennis program has been an incredible asset to not only my family but for the entirety of the tennis community on the Big Island. Providing keiki and kupuna a healthy hobby is crucial to the overall health of the community. Living in a small community such as Hilo, it is critical that we support these types of positive endeavors. As an owner of a small business, I understand the struggle to operate a small business on the Big Island. The cost of business in Hawaii is extremely high. Available commercial property on the east side is very limited. The entrepreneurial effort and knowledge used to utilize Randy's existing property to lower operating cost is how many business are able to stay open and afloat. Denying this special use permit would have far reaching negative impact of Randy's ability to continue to operate and provide this asset to the community. I visit his property weekly, there are very few cars 4-5 at most and all parking is located on his property. Traffic is very minimal, I rarely pass vehicles in the subdivision to and from lessons. The facility noise is minimal, similar to any other small group enjoy time outside during daytime hours. All of Randy's clients are respectful and courteous of the area and the surrounding neighbors. Randy's has modified and made concessions to mitigate any noise or misuse complaints. I urge the committee to see the enormous benefit Randy's Kunimotos tennis program is to our entire community, do not be blinded by one loud outspoken individual, and approve this special use permit. Thank you for the opportunity to provide input in support of this Special Permit application. Planning Dep;. 1 Exhibit 15 Sincerely, Heather Lee Will Kill Termites & Pests 808-640-5083 2 Mori, Ashley From: Galen Mizuguchi <galen@hawaiibenefitpartners.com> Sent: Tuesday, August 16, 2022 2:12 PM To: Kern, Zendo; WPCtestimony Cc: michelle mizuguchi Subject: Special Permit Application (PL-SPP-2022-000015) Randy's Tennis Windward Planning Commission Via Email Only County of Hawai'l 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 Hilo, Hawaii 96720 Re: Applicant: Randy Kunimoto (PL-SPP-2022-000015) Hearing Date: Sept. 1, 2022 Letter in Support of Application for a Special Permit To Whom it May Concern: This letter is in support of Mr. Randy Kunimoto's situation with his tennis court/lessons. *Randy Kunimoto is a dedicated tennis coach and is instrumental in so many junior players playing the sport *He offers his time free of charge to do drills for players of all ages at the EKS stadium with the help of the University of Hi at Hilo Tennis Team *He helps with planning tournaments and teaches tennis to players of all ages and ability levels *He not only does lessons in tennis but teaches lessons in honesty and integrity (making correct calls when playing matches) and becoming lifelong contributing members to society *This one is more on a personal note he helps organize fundraisers to help players who were facing challenges with health issues that includes myself. 10 years ago I was diagnosed with a brain tumor... And with the help of Randy and the tennis community they organized a fundraiser that helped with my medical expenses for which I am forever grateful. I know of 2 more situations like mine but I won't name them due to confidentiality. In conclusion please take into consideration the above written testimony on behalf of Mr. Randy Kunimoto. Thank you! Sincerely, Galen and Michelle Mizuguchi (808)640-1576 1767 Hale O Kea St Hilo, HI 96720 Galen R. Mizuguchi Managing Partner and Consultant for Hawaii Benefit Partners Hilo, Hawaii 96720 Planning Dip;. 1 Exhibit 16 galen@hawaiibenefitpartners.com Direct Phone: (808) 960-7776 Cashback Life To schedule an appointment with me: Click to Schedule an appointment 2 Mori, Ashley From: Debra Tatsuno <dtatsuno@hotmail.com> Sent: Tuesday, August 16, 2022 1:31 PM To: WPCtestimony Subject: Application Randy Kunimoto (PL-SPP2022-000015) Debra Tatsuno 446 Nohea Street Hilo, Hawaii 96720 August 16, 2022 Windward Planning Commission Via Email Only County of Hawaii 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 Hilo, Hawaii 96720 Re: Applicant: Randy Kunimoto (PL-SPP-2022-000015) Hearing Date: Sept. 1, 2022 Letter in Support of Application for a Special Permit Dear Windward Planning Commission: This letter is in support of Randy Kunimoto's application for a Special Permit to legitimize the use of his existing personal tennis court facility to provide compensated tennis lessons to the public. I am a client of Randy's Tennis for 25 years and friend who uses his tennis court for recreation. I support Randy Kunimoto's application for the following reasons. TRAFFIC complaint about increased traffic and speeding. - I'm a kupuna and I'm still employed, but I normally drive up to Randy's on Saturday's about 3:00 pm. I have not noticed any speeders, I'm a cautious driver who never speeds. It is unfair to blame only Randy's customers. Also that steep street does require some acceleration to get to Randy's. Randy has put up notices at his place saying please do not speed. SAFETY complaint, - Humps are installed, street is wide and paved, street has wide shoulders w/ poles to prevent avoiding speed humps (for pedestrian safety); Randy has numerous reminder signs at his court. Planning Dept. Exhibit 17 1 NOISE complaint, - At tennis we have so much fun and exercise. It is so nice to be active for our health and enjoy our "moai". It is joyful to hear the laughter and camaraderie. Mo•ai (/mo,eye/)Japan noun A group of lifelong friends A social support group that forms in order to provide varying support from social, financial, health, or spiritual interests Elders in Okinawa,Japan, one of the original blue zones longevity hotspots, live extraordinarily better and longer lives than almost anyone else in the world. Randy's Tennis has positively impacted the tennis community. Randy has done so much for juniors/kids, adults/kupunas, UHH, EHCTO. Randy provides the Hilo community with another venue for exercise & learning/training. We have an insufficient amount of well-maintained public tennis facilities in Hilo. It is so rainy in Hilo that it reduces opportunities to play outdoors. Our county's Kanakaole Multipurpose Stadium tennis use is limited because it's used for many other non-tennis events. Please approve Randy's application for a special permit. Thank you for the opportunity to provide input in support of this Special Permit application. Sincerely, Debra Tatsuno 2 Mori, Ashley From: Vivian Mead <vivule@gmail.com> Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2022 11:53 AM To: WPCtestimony Cc: Kern, Zendo Subject: Randy Kunimoto Special Permit Application (PL-SPP-2022-000015) Special Permit Application (PL-SPP-2022-000015) Applicant: Randy Kunimoto Testimony written by Dr. Benjamin Mead &Vivian Mead 35 Kahoa St. Hilo, HI 96720 Aloha, My name is Vivian Mead and my husband is Benjamin Mead. Together we own Orchid Isle Dental, a dental office on our rural island that serves over 7,500 patients annually. My husband and I had worked in public health both here on the Big Island and Molokai for well over a decade prior to opening our own office to better serve our community. A community that we are from and that our kids are being raised in. A community that we have and will continue to dedicate our careers to. When Ben and I heard of Randy Kunimoto's situation, it really struck a chord with us. Like him, our livelihood and ability to contribute to the community comes from the location that we operate out of and like him, our office is within a residential neighborhood. While we understand that our commercial residence zoning allows for us to do this, we urge you to provide leniency and grant Randy's Special Permit to allow him to continue teaching out of his home. We are writing today in support of one of our role models, Randy Kunimoto, who for the last 20 years has dedicated his career and life to our Big Island kids, brothers, sisters, mothers, fathers, friends and neighbors. His reach as a tennis coach and teacher is generational and truly impactful for our youth and their families. As a community we need to stand up for and preserve those who are willing to put their talents, knowledge, patience and kindness out there for our young ones. Standing in his way of encouraging sportsmanship and an active lifestyle only negatively impacts our youth and future generations both from a medical and social standpoint. It is with disbelief that we have arrived at this moment where Randy needs testimonials from his students and their families for support. Meanwhile he has so quietly supported all of us week after week, month after month, year after year on and off the courts. We truly hope that you can see how much Randy's Tennis means to us and our community. Mahalo for your time and consideration, Dr. Benjamin Mead &Vivian Mead Vivian Mead Orchid Isle Dental 45-3290 Ohia St.Suite#1 Honokaa,HI 96727 Phone:(808)775-7294 Fax:(808)775-1314 Planning Dept. Exhibit 18 1 Mori, Ashley From: Kiani Nishimoto <kianinishimoto@gmail.com> Sent: Saturday, August 20, 2022 8:06 AM To: WPCtestimony Subject: Randy Kunimoto (PL-SPP-2022-000015) Written Testimony Attachments: Kunimoto Letter in Support.docx Dear Windward Planning Commission, Attached below is a letter in support of Randy Kunimoto's application for a Special Permit. Thank you, Kiani Nishimoto Planning Dep,. Exhibit 19 Kiani Nishimoto 1414 B Mele Manu St Hilo, HI, 96720 August 17, 2022 Re: Applicant: Randy Kunimoto (PL-SPP-2022-000015) Hearing Date: September 1, 2022 Letter in Support of Application for a Special Permit Dear Windward Planning Commission: This letter is in support of Randy Kunimoto's application for a Special Permit to legitimize the use of his existing personal tennis court facility to provide compensated tennis lessons to the public. I have been a neighbor of Coach Randy for 14 years and was a client of Randy's Tennis for more than four years. I support Randy Kunimoto's application because I had a great experience at Randy's Tennis. While in high school, I took lessons at Randy's Tennis twice a week in the evening. • Coach Randy has one of the only covered tennis courts in Hilo, thus our practices were never affected by the weather. This was particularly beneficial during tennis season as our high school practices would often be rained out. • Being that we lived down the road from Coach Randy, it was very convenient for me and my parents to get to and from lessons. • I made many lifelong friends through Randy's Tennis. I do not feel that Coach Randy's clients are the primary contributors to speeding, traffic, or littering in our neighborhood. • I have experienced my neighbors speeding and tailgating me in our neighborhood. • Within the past few years, they expanded our neighborhood, allowing at least seven additional homes to be built. However, I have not noticed an increase in traffic that could not be attributed to our neighborhood's expansion. • While I have noticed increased littering in the neighborhood, it is concentrated on Edita Street, where one of the exits of Kaumana Caves is located. Therefore, I do not believe it is fair to place full blame on Coach Randy and his clients regarding these concerns. Thank you for the opportunity to provide input in support of this Special Permit application. Sincerely, Kiani Nishimoto Mori, Ashley From: Wong, Joshua <Joshua.Wong@uth.tmc.edu> Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2022 3:06 PM To: WPCtestimony Subject: Applicant: Randy Kunimoto (PL-SPP-2022-000015) - Letter Attachments: Randy's Letter (1).docx To whom it may concern, Please find the attached letter with regards to Randy Kunimoto. Let me know if you have any questions, Thanks, Josh M.D. Candidate, Class of 2025 Mc('uotrs irn IIMedical School part of LJTHeAtlh 1.1he UrWers�ty ofTexas HeaIlth Sdence Center at HOUStOr7 &loin:€:ror &-ferrlth(urriveir i€y fizioo._E.ap].p:1..P.p]....S.1....._SUJI.e...2.85 L IHOUsto rl12-0.3o. Planning Dept. Exhibit 20 1 Windward Planning Commission Via Email Only County of Hawai'l 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 Hilo, Hawaii 96720 Re: Applicant: Randy Kunimoto (PL-SPP-2022-000015) Hearing Date: Sept. 1, 2022 Letter in Support of Application for a Special Permit To Whom It May Concern, It is my pleasure to write this letter on behalf of my coach, role model and friend— Randy Kunimoto. Quite frankly, I don't even know how to start this because Randy did so much for me, my family and friends. My life's trajectory would've been entirely different if I didn't have his unconditional support, guidance, and selfless dedication. My success as a high school and collegiate tennis player had so much to do with Randy and the time and effort he invested in me. I can't even count the times he would squeeze me into his busy schedule before an important tournament or match to ensure I felt prepared. He was always a phone call away when I needed advice, tennis or non-tennis related. He constantly pushed me and wanted me to reach my fullest potential. Additionally, Randy held me accountable when he knew I wasn't giving my best effort or when I did something wrong. Most importantly, he continued to believe in me when I didn't even believe in myself. In hindsight, Randy taught me so much more than learning how to hit a slice serve— he taught me how to work hard, strive for excellence, collaborate as a team, live life with integrity, know your self-worth, and how to be a selfless contributing member of society. Randy gave so much of his precious time and energy to students—way more than what was expected of him. It was evident that tennis was more than a source of income— he truly cared about his students and wanted them to succeed on and off the tennis court. It's been over 7 years since I graduated college and stopped playing tennis competitively. However, to this day I still feel so blessed for what Randy instilled in me and the opportunities that I was given because of his investment in me. I am currently a medical student at University of Texas at Houston and would not be where I am today without Randy's influence. Randy is the reason there are so many tennis success stories in Hilo and it would be a shame if the kids today didn't have the opportunity to witness Randy and his generosity. Thank you for your time— please don't hesitate to call if you have any other questions. Sincerely, Joshua Wong _o..sh u.�_ _...w. 9..g_ q ecce u 707 Kinoole St. Hilo, HI 96720 Mori, Ashley From: Dennis Yoshimura <denyosh@gmail.com> Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2022 1:36 PM To: WPCtestimony Subject: Special Permit Application(PL-SPP-2022-000015, Applicant: Randy Kunimoto To Whom It May Concern, I was really surprised and dismayed when I found out a few of Randy Kunimoto's neighbors want to put him out of business. When they complained about the number of pickleball players going to his facility, he shut it down. That was the premier spot to play pickleball. When they asked him to cut back his hours of operation, he did that. For this single father his income took a big hit. It would be very sad if Hilo lost the services of Randy Kunimoto. He could easily be a teaching pro at any West Hawai'i luxury resort or be a tennis coach at any Division I University. Instead, his loyalty and love for Hilo kept him here and he developed year after year top 10 junior tennis players in our state. Many of those high school players have received tennis scholarships from top universities. Randy Kunimoto had the foresight over 20 years ago to build a covered tennis court so his students would not miss lessons because of rain. This was when there were very few homes in his subdivision. Please grant Randy Kunimoto the speical use permit so he can survive in Hilo. I know he'll continue to work with those concerned neighbors because that's the kind of person he is. Sincerely, Dennis Yoshimura Retired Assistant Tennis Coach, Kamehameha School Kea'au Campus Former President of the East Hawai'i District Tennis Association, Hawai'i and Pacific Section, USTA Planning Dep;. Exhibit 21 Mori, Ashley From: Allegra Petras <allegrapetras@mac.com> Sent: Thursday, August 18, 2022 8:34 AM To: WPCtestimony Subject: Letter of Support: Randy Kunimoto (PL-SPP-2022-000016) Attachments: 20220818 - Randy Kunimoto Support Letter.pdf, ATT00001.htm Hello, Please find attached my signed letter of testimony in support of Randy Kunimoto's application for Special Permit. I have also copied and pasted the text of the letter below. Thank you, Allegra Petras 808-825-8090 ----------------------------------------------- Allegra Petras 15 Kahoa Street Hilo, HI 96720 August 18, 2022 Windward Planning Commission County of Hawai'i 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 Hilo, Hawaii 96720 Sent Via Email to WPCtestimony@hawaiicounty.gov Re:Applicant: Randy Kunimoto (PL-SPP-2022-000015) Hearing Date: Sept. 1, 2022 Letter in Support of Application for a Special Permit Dear Windward Planning Commission: I am writing this letter is in support of Randy Kunimoto's application for a Special Permit to legitimize the use of his existing personal tennis court facility to provide compensated tennis lessons to the public. I am a client of Randy's for the past four years, ever since I moved to Hilo. I have partaken in different activities at his Mele Manu court, but for the last few years I have taken private lessons. Randy provides a great and safe service Planning Dep;. 1 Exhibit 22 to the active adult tennis community in the area. His covered and well-maintained tennis court is sometimes the only way I am able to play tennis because of excessive rain. My private lessons were held for 1 hour once a week during the hours my children were at school. I never saw any other cars driving on Mele Manu as I safely used the road Randy's home. There were plenty of walkers who would wave to me (and I didn't even know them!) My past group lessons (pre COVID)were held on Saturday afternoons and sometimes included up to 8 women to practice our doubles game and a great way to share the coaching fees. There was never a "traffic jam" of cars driving up to the property, or leaving, as our arrivals and departures were normally spread out. It was a lovely group of women, and again, I was grateful to be able to count on this practice time rain or shine! I urge you to legitimize Randy's court for compensated tennis lessons. Randy has served the tennis community for many years at this facility with no problems. There are many people who use their homes for swim lessons, private training, or therapy. Randy's lessons are no different and unless the city is willing to 1) provide more covered courts and 2) provide better maintenance to the existing courts in town, it would be an absolute shame to lose this facility. Thank you for your time and consideration. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or clarifications. Best Regards, Allegra Petras 2 Allegra Petras 15 Kahoa Street Hilo, Hl96720 August 18, 2.022 Wi�ndward Planning Commission County of Hawaii 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 Hilo, Hawaii 96720 Sent Via Email to g WPCtestiF,nglly(�i)l,��awaii.cot,��ity _............ _ _qY Re: Applicant. Randy Kunimoto (PL-SPP-2022-000015) Hearing Date: Sept. 1, 2022 Letter in Support of Application for a Special Permit Dear Windward Planning Commission: I am writing this letter is in support of Randy Kunimoto's application for a Special Permit to legitimize the use of his existing personal tennis court facility to provide compensated tennis lessons to the public. I am a client of Randy's, forthe past four years, ever since I moved to Hilo. I have partaken in different activities at his Mele Manu court, but for the last few years I have taken private lessons,. Randy provides a great and safe service to the active adult tennis community in the area. His covered and well-maintained tennis court is sometimes the only way I am able to play tennis, because of excessive rain. My private lessons were held for 1 hour once a week during the hours my children were at school. I never saw any other cars driving on Mele Manu as I safely used the road Randy's home. There were plenty of walkers who would wave to me (and I didn't even know them!) My past group lessons (pre COVID) were held on Saturday afternoons and sometimes included up to 8 women to practice our doubles game and a great way to share the coaching fees. There was never a "traffic jam" of cars driving up to the property, or leaving, as our arrivals and departures were normally spread out. it was a lovely group of women, and again, I was grateful to be able to count on this practice time rain or shine! l urge you to legitimize Randy's court for compensated tennis lessons. Randy has served the tennis community for many years at this facility with no problems. There are many people who use their homes for swim lessons, private training, or therapy. Randy's lessons are no different and unless the city is willing to 1) provide more covered courts and 2) provide better maintenance to the existing courts in town, it would be an absolute shame to lose this facility. Thank you for your time and consideration. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or clarifications. Best Regards, 1 Allegra Petras Mori, Ashley From: Nolan Yamaki <nyamaki07@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, August 18, 2022 6:31 AM To: WPCtestimony Cc: zendo.kern@hawaiicounty.com Subject: Special Permit Application (PL-SPP-2022-000015) To whom it may concern: My name is Nolan Yamaki, and my wife Amy, and three children would like to voice our support for Randy Kunimoto's special permit application (PL- SPP-2022-000015). Randy and his staff helps bring physical and social wellness to my entire family. We take lessons to help us improve our tennis game, but most importantly, tennis helps us take care of ourselves. When all the courts were closed through the pandemic, Randy kept his lessons going with all the safety protocols in place. I'm an elementary school teacher and my wife is the rehab manager at Life Care Center of Hilo. The pandemic was such a stressful time. Never in our life we'd ever have to deal with death and sickness so close to our lives, and for a half hour to forty-five minutes every week, we could let that go to play tennis. It was the only place in town. I'm forever thankful that Randy could do this for me and my wife. The tennis community is a close community. We have fun and enjoy the game, but I'd like to think playing with integrity and being respectful to our opponent is part of the game too. It's what Randy teaches the kids and adults in his lessons. In the bigger picture, Randy is part of the Hilo community, and I'd like to think that all of us who participate in his tennis program try our best to be respectful to his Kaumana neighborhood community just as we play the game. Planning Dept. 1 Exhibit 23 These lessons we learn at Randy Kunimoto's tennis program makes Hilo a much better place, and it will be a huge loss to Hilo if this special permit doesn't go through. If there are any questions about my support, I can be reached by email at nyamaki07kgmail.com or by cell at 808-987-5065. Sincerely, Nolan Yamaki z Mori, Ashley From: Yolanda Andres <yandres@hawaii.edu> Sent: Saturday, August 20, 2022 10:53 AM To: WPCtestimony Subject: Randy Kunimoto (PL-SPP-2022-000015) Attachments: Randy Kunimoto (PL-SPP-2022-000015).pdf Attached is my support letter for Randy Kunimoto. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you, Yolanda Yolanda"Lauda"Andres Planning Dept. Exhibit 24 1 Yolanda Andres 33 Hualalai#210 Hilo HI 96720 August 19, 2022 Windward Planning Commission County of Hawaii 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 Hilo, Hawaii 96720 Re: Applicant: Randy Kunimoto (PL-SPP-2022-000015) Hearing Date: Sept 1, 2022 Letter in Support of Application for a Special Permit Dear Chairperson Lin and Members of the Windward Planning Commission: This letter is in support of Randy Kunimoto's application for a Special Permit to legitimize the use of his existing personal tennis court facility to provide compensated tennis lessons to the public. I've known Randy for almost ten years and have been taking classes from him for many years. He has shown me his compassion for the sport and has made a positive impact not only to tennis players but also the community. He has been involved in numerous fundraising events and has made himself available to support and encourage teens/adults in an activity that they can enjoy. I believe Randy's years of knowledge not only teaches the game of tennis but he also instills etiquette to children on and off the courts. He is a person with integrity whom I feel has strong moral principles which he tries to establish in each one of his students. His facility is a safe and clean environment where parents can feel comfortable sending their children for lessons or training. A place they can learn how to play the game as well as meeting friends and just having fun. It is a disappointment to hear that he is now fighting to keep his business on his property. I've driven there many times and have never come across anyone speeding to get to his home nor have seen much traffic on that street. With speed bumps in place, it is merely impossible for anyone to drive at a high speed going to and from his property. As for the issue of noise, I think that is just the laughter of people having fun. With all the challenges the community have faced with the pandemic, I feel Randy has created a camaraderie with his clients that not too many can do. In closing, I wholeheartedly support Randy in his efforts in getting this special permit.Thank you for the opportunity to provide input on his behalf. Sincerely, .cQK-e,� Yolanda Andres Mori, Ashley From: loana Agasa <wanaeddie@gmail.com> Sent: Saturday, August 20, 2022 6:57 AM To: WPCtestimony Subject: Letter in support of Randy Kunimoto (PL-SPP-2022-000015) Attachments: Letter to Planning in support of Randy Kunimoto 2022 08 19.docx Attached is my letter in support of Randy Kunimoto (PL-SPP-2022-000015) for hearing date September 1, 2022. Thank you Ioana Agasa Planning Dep;. Exhibit 25 1 EDWARD D. & IOANA D. AGASA 230 KAPUALANI STREET HILO, HAWAII 96720 wanaeddie@gmail.com 808 987 8187 August 19, 2022 Windward Planning Commission Via Email Only County of Hawai'i 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 Hilo, Hawaii 96720 Re: Applicant: Randy Kunimoto (PL-SPP-2022-000015) Hearing Date: Sept. 1, 2022 Letter in Support of Application for a Special Permit Dear Windward Planning Commission: This letter is in support of Randy Kunimoto's application for a Special Permit to legitimize the use of his existing personal tennis court facility to provide compensated tennis lessons to the public. I am a friend of Randy's, and he kindly allows our group to use his court, free of charge, once a week. Our group consists of women ranging in age from 50 to 81. Since Randy allows us to use his court, we know we will have our exercise, rain, or shine. Regular exercise is import for kupuna. As you may be aware, outdoor sports are often canceled due to our Hilo rain, so having a guaranteed time and place to play is wonderful. I support Randy Kunimoto's application as he is helping to provide a safe place for people in our community to learn and play tennis. A Danish epidemiological study found that social sports such as tennis contribute to longevity more so than sports such as running, swimming, and cycling. Tennis is a lifelong sport. I understand there have been noise, safety and litter complaints that are being attributed to Randy's friends and customers. Our group does not speed. Our group does not litter. Our group is not noisy. I have not witnessed any of those events occurring while I am driving to and from or while I am at Randy's property. Mete Manu Street has speed humps, so it is hard to fathom that speeding is a regular issue. Thank you for the opportunity to provide input in support of this Special Permit application. Yours truly ��X'F5— loana D. Agasa Mori, Ashley From: JoAnn Aguirre <teaquiero77@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, August 19, 2022 1:47 PM To: WPCtestimony Subject: Letter of Support for Randy Kunimoto/Randy's Tennis (PL-SPP-2022-000015) Attachments: Randy Kunimoto Ltr of Support.docx Please see attached letter in support of Mr. Randy Kunimoto. Thank you, JoAnn Kawamura Aguirre 808-557-5214 Planning Dep;. Exhibit 26 1 JoAnn Kawamura Aguirre 1432 Waianuenue Ave. Hilo, Hawaii 96720 808-557-5214 August 19, 2022 Via Email Only Windward Planning Commission (Via Email Only) County of Hawaii 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 Hilo, Hawaii 96720 Re: Applicant: Randy Kunimoto (PL-SPP-2022-000015) Hearing Date: Sept. 1, 2022 Letter in Support of Application for a Special Permit Dear Windward Planning Commission: I have been a client of Randy's Tennis for the past twelve years, and I support Randy Kunimoto's application for a Special Permit to legitimize the use of his existing personal tennis court facility to provide compensated tennis lessons to the public. In January 2010 after I had completed 16 months of chemotherapy for late stage cancer, friends encouraged me to take a tennis lesson from Randy. At the time I didn't realize the impact this lesson would have on my life twelve years later. I cannot stress to the Commission the many benefits I have gained from my continued participation in and involvement with our local tennis community,which only came about through my association with Randy's Tennis. My physical, emotional, mental and social dimensions of wellness have flourished in ways I could not have imagined. I would argue that I am not an isolated case as Randy's Tennis is popular with numerous members of our kupuna community who also benefit in various ways from our association with this facility/business. It would be a terrible disservice to our community if Mr. Kunimoto's application were denied. Thank you for the opportunity to provide input in support of this Special Permit application. Respectfully submitted, JoAnn Kawamura Aguirre, PhD Mori, Ashley From: Dan De Mattos <mr.demattos@gmail.com> Sent: Saturday, August 20, 2022 6:41 PM To: WPCtestimony Cc: Kern, Zendo Subject: Special Permit Application (PL-SPP-2022-000015) Applicant: Randy Kunimoto August 19. 2022 To Whom It May Concern: Multiple studies, anecdotal evidence, and personal experience have proven that sports play an important role in the positive physical, emotional, and mental development of children. Furthermore, an effective coach can prove to be an important mentor in a child's life by providing guidance in both athletics and life. One such example is Coach Randy Kunimoto. Since my child started playing tennis under Coach Randy's tutelage at the age of eight, we have seen his positive impact, not only on her tennis game, but also on how she approaches her life. Yes, he has taught her how to serve, hit a backhand, and so on, but, more importantly, she has also learned the values of hard work, fair play, commitment, dedication, focus, and teamwork. These are skills that benefit her and our community. Coach Randy and his tennis program also work hard to support the community of Hilo. His charitable work with Hilo High School and the University of Hawai'i's tennis programs, of which my daughter is a proud alumnus and current member, are testaments to his dedication and commitment to the Hilo community. For these reasons, we agree that forcing Coach Randy to shut down his tennis program at the Mele Manu property, especially in light of the amount of rainfall Hilo receives, would prove detrimental to both the children and community of Hilo. In any decision one makes, the cost must be analyzed with the benefits. In our opinion, the benefits that Coach Randy and his tennis program provide far outweigh any costs. When making your decision, we know you will strongly consider the positive impact that Coach Randy and his tennis program have had on our children and the larger community of Hilo. We kindly ask that you approve the special use permit so that Coach Randy can continue his good and important work. Thank you for your kind consideration in this matter, Planning Dep' Exhibit 27 1 Dan and Charity DeMattos 8 Pakalana Place Hilo, HI 96720 2 Mori, Ashley From: SeismicCWave <hansentsang@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, August 19, 2022 8:46 AM To: WPCtestimony Subject: Opposing to special permit for 1625 Mele Manu Street (PL-SPP-2022-000015) Response to the Application for Special permit (PL-SPP-2022-000015) 17 years of suffering is more than enough!!! My neighbor Randy Kunimoto had put up a monstrosity 17 years ago to give tennis lessons at his house on 1625 Mele Manu Street. I live on 1628 Mele Manu Street and I have endured 1. The unsafe traffic conditions. 2. The noise. 3. The ugliness of the tent. For the last 17 years. Mele Manu Street used to be a nice quiet neighborhood and we purchase our existing resident because it was safe, quiet and visually pleasing. Then in 2005 the covenant of the subdivision expired. Randy Kunimoto started to erect this big ugly plastic tent over his back yard. He started to offer tennis lessons for fee. His lessons could run from 7 am in the morning to 10 pm at night. 7 days a week during the peak season! The traffic in the subdivision immediately increased at least 300 percent. I used to walk Mele Manu Street for exercise. I walked on the shoulder of the road.The shoulders are nice and wide. However I was almost ran over by Randy Kunimoto's tennis clients twice. One car was driving on the shoulder heading directly toward me. I had to jump out of the way.The other car was driving close to the shoulder and almost clipped me while I was walking. Before the speed humps were put up on Mele Manu Street, many of Mr. Kunimoto's tennis clients would drive at high speed on Mele Manu Street. I have measured the vehicular speed in excess of 50 MPH. Especially while going down hill. I had confronted Mr. Kunimoto regarding his clients' driving.All he did was deflected the situations and changed the subject. Then the noise of the tennis clients and especially when the tennis coaches yelled at the kids was unbearable.The noise continued day and night from early in the morning to late at night. Who would want a big ugly large white tent in the middle of their neighborhood.Then as the year goes by the white tent is not white anymore. It was turning black and even more ugly. I have written to the county department but the issue fell on deaf ears. I am hoping finally the county planning department will address the issue of these tennis lessons and the large ugly tent. I strongly oppose granting Mr. Kunimoto a special use permit to continue his lessons. Planning L%c.-F p, 1 Exhibit 28 Sincerely yours Hansen Tsang 1628 Mele Manu Street Hilo, Hawaii 96720 2 Mori, Ashley From: Jon Higa <yumyumgoodygoodyllc@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, August 12, 2022 3:27 PM To: Planning Internet Mail; Kern, Zendo Subject: Letter of Support for Mr. Randy Kunimoto Attachments: JLHiga Letter of Support for Mr. Randy Kunimoto.pdf Dear Mr. Kern, Attached to this Gmail is a letter of support for Mr. Randy Kunimoto. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Thank you! -Jon Higa 283 Komohana St. Hilo, HI 96720 808-936-8479 cell 808-935-9143 home Planning Dept. Exhibit 29 1 uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu Jon and Laurie Higa 283 IKoirnncnlina na St. I IllHo, li Ilawal 96720 (808) 936...8479 yu.jirnnyu.jirnngoo(:tygoo(:tyIIIIa((-�giriialiILa oirnn Aug 20, 2022 Zendo Kern Count of Hawaii Planning Director Aupuni Center 101 Pauahi St. Suite 3, Hilo, Hawaii 96720 Dear Mr. Kern, Our names are Jon and Laurie Higa. The purpose of this letter is in support of Mr. Randy Kunimoto and his being granted a special use permit. We have known Mr. Kunimoto for over 20+years. He and his family are widely considered the face of Big Island Tennis. Mr. Kunimoto is both an accomplished player and coach. He is a University of Hawaii at Hilo Athletic Hall of Fame inductee, United States Tennis Association Family of the Year Awardee, and beloved youth development tennis coach. It is our understanding that a few of Mr. Kunimoto's neighbors have brought complaints against him and his business. We can not understand what their disapproval is all about. Mr. Kunimoto has made a number of changes to appease his neighbors and it never seems to be enough. Our daughter has been coached by Mr. Kunimoto for six years and during that time, we have seen firsthand his attempts to be a good neighbor. They include communicating to students and parents the need to keep the noise level to a minimum, driving with caution, reducing class sizes, ending lessons before nightfall, and even building a new tennis court on a secondary site. Our family frequently exercises by walking the length of Mele Manu Street and have never witnessed any of the alleged complaints. Our walks are always quiet, peaceful, and safe. Mr. Kunimoto is a tremendous asset to our community. He has personally developed hundreds of youth in the game of tennis. Some have even earned athletic scholarships because of his efforts, making it possible for them to attend some of the best universities in the country. Furthermore, Mr. Kunimoto often supports his students by attending away tournaments at his own uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu expense. He has also organized numerous free clinics for the general public to advocate for the game of tennis and living a healthy lifestyle. Tennis on the Big Island is vibrant and healthy in large part due to Mr. Kunimoto's efforts. His being in business has a massive and positive impact on literally hundreds of people in our community. Please do not let a few individuals with their unsubstantiated claims extinguish one of the bright spots on our island. Mr. Kunimoto's livelihood is on the line. He is our daughter's coach and one of our sport's greatest ambassadors. We strongly urge you to support Mr. Randy Kunimoto and grant him the special use permit he is seeking. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely, Jo iiryi a iii yid III a r e II°fl ga Mori, Ashley From: ellen higa <ehhiga817@gmail.com> Sent: Saturday, August 20, 2022 7:23 PM To: WPCtestimony Subject: August 20, 2022 Letter in Support of Application for Special Permit (PL- SPP-2022-000015) August 20, 2022 Windward Planning Commission County of Hawaii 101 Pauahi Street, Ste 3 Hilo, Hawaii 96720 Re: Randy Kunimoto (PL-SPP-2022-000015 Hearing Date: September 1, 2022 Letter in Support of Application for Special Permit Dear Chairperson Lin and Members of the Windward Planning Commission This letter is in SUPPORT of Randy Kunimoto's application for the following reasons: I am 81 years of age still playing and one of many KUPUNAS who has been enjoying TENNIS drills and lessons that Coach Randy makes time for. It keeps us KUPUNAS healthy in hopes for a long life span of tennis. One of us is 87 years old and still attending drills/lessons every week. Coach Randy has and is helping tons of youngsters from staying off the streets by providing them a place for tennis clinics, lessons twice a week and works hard with those who want to get a tennis scholarships to college and others to enjoy this wonderful sports called Tennis. I haven't really seen any of the tennis lovers speeding during the times I have been on Mele Manu going to lessons or visiting my family or friends there. They now have speed bumps and should have stopped the complaints of speeding. And, even before the speed bumps were put up Coach Randy had signs at the entrance of his driveway facing both ways so people are reminded to be mindful of speed entering and leaving his facility and the sub-division. Thank you for the opportunity to provide input in support of this Special Permit application. Sincerely, Ellen H. Higa Sent from my iPad Planning Dep;. Exhibit 30 Mori, Ashley From: Amy Kanemoto <amykanemoto@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, August 22, 2022 11:21 AM To: WPCtestimony Subject: Applicant: Randy Kunimoto (PL-SPP-2022-000015) 1358-B Mele Manu Street Hilo, Hawaii 96720 Windward Planning Commission County of Hawaii 101 Pauahi Street; Suite 3 Hilo, HI. 96720 Dear Chairperson Lin and Members of the Windward Planning Commission: This letter is in support of Randy Kunimoto's application for a Special Permit to legitimize the use of his existing personal tennis court facility to provide compensated tennis and pickle ball lessons to the public. I am a neighbor who lives in Randy's neighborhood (Pacific Plantations), and has a grandson, Cade Kanemoto,who uses his tennis court for lessons. I support Randy Kunimoto's application for the following reasons. 1) Randy provides excellent tennis lessons which my grandson and other children enjoy. He is learning to become a proficient tennis player thus enjoying playing more. 2) My husband, Wayne is taking pickle ball lessons from Randy. It is a game he is enjoying a lot, and it's due to the lessons he is receiving. Thank you for the opportunity to provide input in support of this Special Permit application. Sincerely, Amy&WAYNE KANEMOTO 1358-B Mele Manu Street Hilo, Hawaii 96720 Planning Dep;. Exhibit 31 1 Mori, Ashley From: Allen Novak <alnnovak@msn.com> Sent: Monday, August 22, 2022 8:58 PM To: WPCtestimony Subject: PL-SPP-2022-000015 Attachments: Kunimoto response.docx I wish to submit the attached testimony regarding the special permit application PL-SPP-2022-000015 submitted to the Windward Planning Commission by Randy Kunimoto Allen Novak 1414-C Mele Manu Street Hilo Sent from Mail for Windows Planning Dept. Exhibit 32 To the Members of the Windward Planning Commission: I am Allen Novak. I have lived at 1414-C Mele Manu Street in Hilo for over 25 years. I am asking that you deny the special permit application PL-SPP-2022-000015 of Mr. Randy Kunimoto, who resides on 1625 Mele Manu Street in Hilo. I wish to testify as an individual who enjoyed a peaceful neighborhood when I moved in. I have seen the March 2022 letter which Randy Kunimoto provided to his immediate neighbors for support of a special permit. Although I reside more than 500 feet from his home, I have chosen to respond because I am and have been affected by his business and feel it is a nuisance. I live far enough away that I am not affected by the noise of his tennis lessons. However, I have been impacted significantly by the traffic his business generates. Randy Kunimoto lives at the very end of a residential street with no outlet. Traffic to and from his facility must travel the entire length of Edita and Mele Manu street to get to and leave his property. For 15 years the traffic to and from his facility has been a hazard to the neighborhood. He is aware of this as he has been asked to have his customers slow down on our residential road. Traffic has not slowed, and being a modern, two lane, residential street with wide shoulders, his patrons have continued to drive at unsafe speed. I have felt endangered while walking on the shoulder of Mele Manu street. The speed of this traffic has been such a problem that the County installed speed bumps along the length of Mele Manu Street which reduce the speed of his customers only at the speed bump itself. Although I understand the utility of the speed bumps, they are an annoyance for me leaving and returning home from my office in town. Additionally, I resent the added wear and tear they cause to the suspension of my car. The speed bumps would not be there if his business had not generated the volume of speeding traffic that it does. I have noticed that many other businesses (including recreational from golf to hatchet throwing) have complied with zoning restrictions and conducted their business in commercially zoned locations. His business clearly belongs on land zoned for such a business. I agree that tennis is a worthwhile sport and enriches many lives. I am glad to learn that his tennis lesson business is highly successful and he has a loyal group of customers. I believe that his business can financially succeed in a commercially zoned area, and may in fact expand since it could be conducted day and night in a commercially zoned area. It does not belong in a residential neighborhood. I would take this same position if someone in the neighborhood were to open an automobile repair or body shop, or other business which would generate significant traffic or could not be conducted from within a home office. CON PLANNING DEPT AUG 22 2022 PH2:30 40 Kapualani Street RECD BY MRXIL Hilo, Hawaii 95720 August 18,2022 Windward Planning Commission County of Hawai'i 101 Pauahi Street,Suite 3 Hilo, Hawai'i 96720 Re: Applicant: Randy Kunimoto(PL-SPP-2022-000015) Hearing Date: September 1, 2022 Letter in Support of Application for a Special Permit Dear Chairperson Lin and Members of the Windward Planning Commission: This letter is in support of Randy Kunimoto's application for a Special Permit to legitimize the use of his existing personal tennis court facility to provide compensated tennis lessons to the public. I support Randy's application for the following reasons: 1) Randy's Tennis provides people of all ages in the Hilo community with important lifelong skills and health benefits. I am a semi-retired senior and I have been learning to play tennis from Randy for about eight years. Playing tennis has been very beneficial to my physical, mental,and social well-being. in recent years, my primary care physician has noticed a significant improvement in my health and credits my involvement with tennis. I am very impressed with Randy's ability to teach tennis to people of all ages. It's exciting to see young children,teenagers, college students, adults,and seniors at Randy's being physically active, learning new skills, and having fun. 2) Our Hilo community has inadequate recreational facilities for tennis especially during Hilo's rainy weather. Randy recognized a need for a covered tennis court and knew it would be well used if he invested in one. His court is located at the very end of the subdivision,adjacent to a forest.We are very fortunate to have access to Randy's covered tennis court especially on rainy days because the Edith Kanakaole Multi-Purpose Stadium is often closed to tennis players. It would be a great loss to our community if we are not allowed to use Randy's tennis court. The people of Hilo already lost the use of the Hilo Lanes and can no longer enjoy bowling for enjoyment and exercise especially during rainy days. 3) Randy addressed the complaints made by his neighbors and made changes to appease them. When Randy received complaints about speeding cars in the neighborhood, he immediately posted signs and reminded all of us to drive at the speed limit. When he received complaints about noise,he changed his schedule to end his lessons earlier. Randy did his best to accommodate his neighbor's complaints. Thank you very much for the opportunity to provide input in support of this special permit application. Sincerely, J ... ii Jo Ann Ishida Planning Dept. Exhibit 33 `�e HONOLULU HI 967 a i 20 AUG 2022-PM 5 L s � FOREVER c�[//;�.�c a�oC ���r Lq ��2aLyvliLa wiYrti/ 0911 PLANNING DEPT AUG 22 2022 �h'lor� `I6 790 S 6720-4:;2403J!I=,'Frll1J!lJrlirJrrlrJffl'rn1 11 ! 11f J J!J f J i ii11 lfnr ! r ! rr !.n r IN SUPPORT O F OOH PLANNING DEPT AUG 22 2022 FIM2:20 Randy's Tennis RECsD BY MAIL August 16, 2022 Windward Planning Commission County of Hawai`i 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 Hilo, Hawai'i 96720 Re: Applicant: Randy Kunimoto (PL-SPP-2022-000015) Hearing Date: Sept. 1, 2022 Letter in Support of Application for a Special Permit Dear Windward Planning Commission: This letter is in support of Randy Kunimoto's application for a Special Permit to legitimize the use of his existing personal tennis court facility to provide compensated tennis lessons to the public. I have been a client of Randy's Tennis for 12 years.Randy and his covered tennis court has had a positive effect on my life. Randy's covered tennis court gives consistency to tennis and picklebaIl players.The Hilo rain is the biggest determining factor for playing these sports in Hilo.Covered courts are limited here. Randy's court is a much needed and dependable space.I have made many positive friendships through Randy and his tennis court.I believe by supporting Randy Kunimoto's application you will help to provide mental and physical health benefits from being able to play a sport consistently. Randy takes all concerns seriously,He has gone above and beyond of what is expected to address all issues.Randy makes safety a priority.Not only does he have signs reminding people to drive safely,he verbally informs visitors too.I remember when music was played.We stopped playing it during our midday lesson out of an abundance of consideration.Randy's Tennis is a reliable place for an essential activity for our community. Randy Kunimoto and his tennis court is good for Hilo. Thank you for the opportunity to provide input in support of this Special Permit application. Sincerely, Shannon Tamimi Planning Dept. Exhibit 34 399 ALALOA ROAD HILO, HAWAII 96720 (808)-968-8481 A. Shannon Tarnimi 399 Alaloa Rd. HONOLULU HI 967 Hilo, Hi 96720 19 AUG 2022 PM 1 L M+r1dwand Flannin �,Dmmi ioY� COH PLANNING DEPT T o Y)Y) Yn Pef RING 22 2022 Pt!2:29 IDI -i 10 waiI '36'7�O�A22AC33 1'!F'FF!'lIIFlF'�rFFF#+'FFFFFf'IIFlFF'FF�L'F!F!'n'>,r'FFlFIFFf+F t l e s s i ca.An d rews @ hawa i i co u nty,go v Christian.Kay@hawaiicounly.gov Subject: PL-SPP-2022-000015 Applicant: Randy Kunimoto Request for Special Use Permit This email is to respond to testimony received objecting to the granting of the special use permit. Number of cars has not decreased. In the past, I did not place any limit on the size of my classes. The popular classes had upwards of 12 in a class, although other classes had as few as 4 or 5. However, I felt it was important to cooperate as much as possible with the neighbors who expressed concerns about the traffic and have limited class sizes to 9 although most of the classes have no more than 6; at times, there may be as little as one to three students/class. The number of cars coming to my facility has decreased. There may be more cars on Mele Manu due to increase in home construction, and the additional homes accessible only from Mele Manu, into Kristiano, and then to Pomaikai or Nanaina. Randy's clients tailgate other_vehicles. For very many years, I talked to those driving on Mele Manu for lessons at my facility about adhering to the speed limit, driving carefully, and to watch out for pedestrians, and I continue to do so. I spoke to them about tailgating since this Planning Dept. Exhibit 35 was specifically mentioned. One of the drivers mentioned that she was tailgated on three separate occasions but did not feel the need to complain to anyone about it since she drives slowly even between the speed humps (15 mph), and the car behind her was not speeding. Interestingly, this driver told me that two of the cars turned into Kristiano, and the third turned into a private driveway. However, I will do my part in trying to prevent tailgating by my students. Oneperson's comment: I s oke with Randy regarding his control over the drivin habit of his clients. He turned around and changed the subject and defected his res onsibili . I remember that this person came to talk to me while I was conducting a lesson. I asked if he was sure that it was someone from my facility. When he answered affirmatively, I told him I would look into it and returned to my class. I did find out that it was one of my coaches who left for Honolulu several years ago. At that time, he told me that the man was walking near the road, and I just didn't see him. He also said that he would take care of this. I would like to say that throughout my life, I was never one to deflect any responsibility no matter what. the noise..goes on all hours of the day from early in the morning to late at night. His lessons can run from 7 am in the morning to 10 pm at nigh Although lessons did not go from 7 in the morning to 10 at night, I did allow the UHH Vulcan team to use the court in the early morning hours. In addition,high schoolers would stay after their lesson,hanging out and talking story and leave about 9:00. I realize that even stopping at 8 or 8:30 at night would not be agreeable for the neighbors. Currently,lessons up at my house end before.5:00 or 6:00. School students. cannot reach my facility earlier that 2:45,and with a limit on my class sizes,it was not possible for me to accommodate all the school age children before that time. In addition,working adults could no longer come in the afternoon on weekdays. I also do not have any classes at my site on Sundays,the day that working adults and school students could attend. I,therefore, invested in converting an old warehouse to house a smaller- than-regulation size tennis court,I teach there in the late afternoon,evening hours and on Sundays. ...the noise of the tennis clients and especially the tennis coaches when theyyell at the lids The noise continues day and night from early in the morning to late at night Happy noise,laughter,and coaches encouraging their kids are what is happening and NOT from early in the morning to late at night. I will talk to my coaches about yelling,although I, myself,have not witnessed it. I understand my neighbor's concern about noise,and I have tried my best to cut down on that I no longer have classes with music which were my most popular classes since working adults loved this class for the exercises and camaraderie. I no longer use any type of targets as that created some sound when hit However,I am thinking of what else I can to do curtail more noise,such as using plants. Who would want a big.uely large white tent in the middle of their neighborhood. I purchased a Coverall back in 2010 from a reputable company and had a permit for its construction. I needed to have it installed for a number of different reasons. Students can count on successive practices even if it rains,juniors,and especially seniors benefit from not having to endure the hot sun on sunny days,and much of the noise is kept in the dome. Only a very small portion of the Coverall can be seen from Mele Manu;most people would not even see this small portion. Although at least one person may consider the Coverall ugly, for me,my kids,and my students,it is a blessing, Operating a tennis lesson business is a commercial use and is not permitted in the subdivision per the Restrictive Covenants. The Coverall is a permitted structure;I am applying for a special permit for the"commercial'aspects.