PD BACKGROUND REPORT (PL-SPP-2022-016)

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wastewater systems in violation of Chapter 11-62, HRS, the Wastewater Branch highly recommends non -issuance of the special permit until all building and wastewater system violations are resolved. The applicant has stated that the existing kitchen and dining building (permitted as a dwelling) is served by a septic system that does not have proper permits from DOH, though the applicant intends to complete the necessary permitting to resolve this violation. Additionally, the existing, unpermitted cabins and lodges are served by unpermitted composting toilets and a graywater disposal system, both of which will be decommissioned and replaced by a septic system meeting with the approval of the DOH. 28. Solid Waste: According to the Department of Environmental Management — Solid Waste Division, the commercial use proposed by the applicant may not use transfer stations for disposal, green waste should be transported to the green waste sites located at the West Hawaii Organics Facility and East Hawaii Organics Facility, or other suitable diversion programs, and construction and demolition waste is prohibited at all County Transfer Stations. The applicant has stated that either a commercial hauler will be contracted to dispose of solid waste, or the applicant will seek a solid waste facility disposal permit themselves to take materials directly to the landfill. Additionally, the applicant will dispose of green waste either by mulching or composting, or at the East Hawaii Organics Facility or other suitable location. 29. Utilities: Off -grid, solar powered electricity is provided at the subject property. The photovoltaic system consists of 72 panels, 20-kilowatt-hour battery bank and an 18- kilowatt propane back-up generator. Additionally, phone and internet service is available at the subject property. 30. Police, Fire and Medical Services: Police, fire and medical services are available 7