2011-01-11 Kailua Village Design Commission Minutes

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In discussion following this presentation, commissioners questioned whether the existing sign, to be replaced by the proposed marquee sign, had been permitted by DPW, and whether the addition of borders around the individual sign elements would allow those areas to be calculated discreet from the entire awning area. No representative from DPW was present to address those questions. Commissioner Kern moved, with second by Commissioner Herbert, to recommend approval of the design of the sign as proposed including any spacing or sign border amendments, using the same colors as proposed, as may be approved by DPW in consultation with the applicant. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote with the Chair abstaining per KVDC rule. 2. Design review of an open automotive detailing area and two attached storage areas for Aloha Auto Group Ltd. Applicant: John Totah. Land Owners: Aloha Auto Group Ltd. and Lanihau Properties LLC. TMK: 7-5-004:028. Located at 75-5621 Palani Road, Kailua-Kona, HI., near the intersection of Palani Road and Kuakini Highway. Ms. Newlon oriented the commissions to the subject site by map reference, and described the site's existing buildings and other principal improvements and their placement on the site, now occupied by Big Island Harley Davidson.She explained that the subject structures are existing, having been built by a prior lessee of the subject site without permits. Ms. Newlon said that this KVDC review is in response to the applicant’s submittal of an application for Plan Approval, on behalf of the landowner, in order to subsequently apply for and obtain “as-built” building permits for those structures to comply with the County Building Code. She stated that the subject existing structures, proposed for after-the-fact approval through this application for Plan Approval, appear to comply with the Zoning Code and the architectural guidelines in the Master Plan for Kailua-Kona. Mr. John Totah, applicant, came forward and provided additional background information regarding the construction of the subject structures and address any questions by commissioners. Following discussion, Commissioner Herbert moved, with a Second by Commissioner Burns, to give a favorable recommendation regarding the subject application to the Planning Director. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote with the Chair abstaining per KVDC rule. ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS 1. Approval of Minutes of the Special Meeting of November 30, 2010 (amendment of Rules). Commissioner Kern moved, with Second by Commissioner Burns, to approve the minutes as circulated. The motion passed unanimously by voice vote. 2