PD Recommendation Report (PL-SPP-2023-000036)

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because of soil type, climate, topography, or other factors. As mentioned previously, the proposed use occurs entirely within an existing dwelling and will not diminish agricultural use of the subject property, including existing fruit trees and ornamental plants. The approval of the subject request would support the goals and policies of the Land Use and Economic elements of General Plan. Land Use Element • Designate and allocate land areas in appropriate proportions and mix and in keeping with the social, cultural, and physical environments of the County. • The County shall encourage the development and maintenance of communities meeting the needs of its residents in balance with the physical and social environment. Economic Element • Economic development and improvements shall be in balance with the physical and social environments of the island of Hawaii. • The County shall provide an economic environment which allows new, expanded, or improved economic opportunities that are compatible with the County's natural and social environment. • The County shall strive for diversification of its economy by strengthening existing industries and attracting new endeavors. • The County of Hawaii shall encourage the development of a visitor industry that is in harmony with the social, physical, and economic goals of the residents of the County. The proposed request will allow the applicant an opportunity to improve their quality of life, provide an economic environment which allows this new opportunity and increase the development of the visitor industry for Hawaii. Based on the preceding, the proposed request is consistent with the Land Use and Economic goals and policies of the General Plan. The Kona Community Development Plan (KCDP), originally adopted by the Hawai`i County Council on September 25,2008 and most recently amended on September -7-