PD Background Report Punalei Makai Living Trust PL-SMA-2023-026

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however, the applicant does not believe that the site contains any rare or endangered floral and faunal resources. The parcel is currently covered in non-native grasses and shrubs. The applicant notes that this parcel was used for sugar cane cultivation until that use ceased; the land was cleared and graded during sugar cane cultivation. The site is not known to be a habitat for any rare or endangered wildlife other than could be found along the shoreline outside of the parcel boundaries. 19. Archaeological Resources: Based on the long history of sugar cane cultivation on the subject parcel it is highly unlikely that any historic sites would be found on the property. In conformance with review criteria the project was submitted to the State Historic Preservation Division (SHPD) for a HRS, Ch. 6E-42 review. The project is still under review at the time of this report; additional information related to the amount of grading and grubbing was sent to SHPD as requested. The County recommends that the project proceed with the determination of"no historic properties affected". 20. Cultural/Historic Resources: The subject parcel does not include any established public shoreline access trails or easements, and there is no evidence the shoreline or subject parcel are currently used for fishing or other cultural activities. It is not known whether the subject site or immediately surrounding area was ever used for gathering of plants or other materials by native Hawaiians. Given the long history of sugar cane cultivation of the area, it would appear very unlikely that the site would contain any useful materials. In the event documented claims of gathering or access are made of this site the applicant will honor them. 21. Recreational Resources: There has historically been no shoreline access through this parcel, which will continue. The adjacent parcel to the south is owned by the County of Hawaii and does offer minimal shoreline access. There is a small segment of State- owned lands along this shoreline where shoreline uses may occur. Additionally, the applicant states that the property is located in an area with high inaccessible cliffs and is not considered a prime fishing area. Staff notes that Laupahoehoe Point Park, which is a heavily used park and shoreline access area, is located approximately 3000-feet south of the subject parcel. 22. Scenic and Open Space Resources: Views from Highway 19 (Hawai`i Belt Road) are -4-