PD Recommendation Report (PL-SMA-2022-024)

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size and characteristics, it is anticipated that no historic properties are affected, and there would be no change to the shoreline/fishing access or cultural practices that take place along this coastline. In reviewing the proposed development against the factors that may constitute a substantial adverse effect as listed under Planning Commission Rule 9-10(H)(1-10),it has been determined that the proposed project to demolish an existing dwelling and construct a new single-family residence and related development on a 16,401-square foot parcel of land will not have a significant adverse environmental or ecological effect upon the Special Management Area. In review of the SMA guidelines as listed under HRS 205A-26, the proposed development is consistent with the objectives and policies as provided by Chapter 205A-26, HRS, and Special Management Area guidelines contained in Rule No. 9 of the Planning Commission Rules of Practice and Procedure. The purpose of Chapter 205A-26, Hawai`i Revised Statutes (HRS) and Rule 9 of the Planning Commission Rules of Practice and Procedure, is to preserve, protect, and where possible,to restore the natural resources of the coastal zone areas. Therefore, special controls on development within an area along the shoreline are necessary to avoid permanent loss of valuable resources and the foreclosure of management options. The objectives and policies of Chapter 205A-26, HRS and Rule 9-10(h) include, but are not limited to, the protection of coastal recreational resources, historic resources, scenic and open space resources, coastal ecosystems, marine resources, beaches, and controlling development in coastal hazard areas. The proposed demolition of an existing residence and construction of a new single- family residence and related improvements is consistent with the objectives and policies of the Coastal Zone Management Program (Chapter 205A, Hawaii Revised Statutes) including: Recreational Resources: The house site is being moved outside of the shoreline setback area and will not restrict any current shoreline recreation or activities. Access to the shoreline is via a 15- foot-wide pedestrian access path located north of the subject property. View planes towards the shoreline will not be adversely impacted, as the subject parcel has contained a single- 4