PD BACKGROUND REPORT (PL-SMA-2023-000027)

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some time to address impacts from tsunami (with the exception of locally generated tsunamis). As the site is not located adjacent to the shoreline and over 500 feet away, normal winter storm waters should not be an issue for this projeci_ G. Managing Development While this function is more applicable to the "authority" or approving agencies, the request is intended to operate within the confines of the existing Zoning Code. The subject site is zoned V-.75, and the principal use of the site is permitted. The request is merely to amend the terms of a parking area. In that regard, this project would be consistent with the policy of"us(ing), implement(ing), and enforc(ing) existing law effectively to the maximum extent possible in managing present and future coastal zone management." H. Public Participation There is a statewide public advisory body called Marine and Coastal Zone Management Advisory Group (MACZMAG) that has the task, among other matters, of advising the lead agency (Office of State Plan) on coastal management issues. This includes a direct or indirect review of certain requests that may have statewide coastal zone management implications. Public participation in the review of the permitting process is also achieved through the posting of a sign, as well as the use of sending notices to surrounding property owners of the submittal of an SMA application and another separate notice informing said owners of the date of the Leeward Planning Commission's required public hearing as well as the rights to request for participation via a contested case hearing. I. Beach Protection The subject property is not a coastal property and over 500 feet from the shoreline. As such, the policies and objectives relating to this matter do not apply. J. Marine Resources If deeded for the installation of the portable and self-operating control measures, mitigating erosion control measures can be taken to avoid any construction interface with the ocean.