PD RECOMMENDATION REPORT (PL-SPP-2022-000030)

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• 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 Hawai`i. • 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. • Encourage the health/wellness industry. The proposed request will allow the applicant to expand current counseling, coaching, and treatment services to a broader clientele while creating minimal additional impact on the property and surrounding community. Based on the preceding, the proposed request is consistent with the Land Use and Economic goals and policies of the General Plan. The Hamakua Community Development Plan (HCDP), originally adopted by the Hawaii County Council by Ordinance No. 18-78,which became effective on August 22, 2018. The HCDP does not have any policies that prohibit Special Permits of this type and prioritizes the development and expansion of the health and wellness industry in the CDP planning area. Based on the preceding, the request is consistent with the goals and objectives of the HCDP. The proposed use is not contrary to the objectives sought to be accomplished by Chapter 205A, Hawaii Revised Statutes, relating to coastal zone management program. The subject property is located approximately 0.6 miles from the nearest shoreline, is not within the Special Management Area and will not be impacted by coastal hazard and beach erosion. There is no designated public access to the mountain or shoreline areas over the property. Therefore,the proposed use will not adversely impact -8-