PD BACKGROUND REPORT (PL-USE-2022-000007)

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The FIRM designation for subject property is XS. In other words, the property falls within the 500 year flood zone. But is not within the 100 year flood zone. F.Archaeological Resources In a previous change of zoning for the subject property, a no-effect letter was received from the Department of Land and Natural Resources-State Historic Preservation Division dated December 6, 2001, which stated that residential development/urbanization and previous grading and grubbing has altered the land. G. Floral and Faunal Resources None of the vegetation on this site are known to be on the endangered plant species list. Most commonly found vegetation is ornamental, with some fruit-bearing trees and edible plants commonly found among residential properties in Hawaii, such as lemon, lime, papaya, pineapple, 4 etc. Because of the lack of native ecosystems and threatened or endangered plant species, it is unlikely that there would be any adverse impacts to botanical resources as a result of the B& B use. In terms of the faunal environment, there are sightings of Hawaiian Hawks and on rare occasions, Hawaiian Owls observed on or near the subject property. However, there are no known nests near or on property, and sightings of these species are transient in nature. H.Access to Subject Property Subject property is accessed via a private driveway situated on owner applicant's property which connects directly to Kukuau Street. The driveway is paved with concrete, and it is approximately 30 feet in width and 60 feet in length enough to allow 4 cars in the driveway I. Traffic Impacts The traffic impact of operating a Bed and Breakfast would decrease the amount of traffic to and from this property when compared to the impact of renting the property for residential use. Multiple residents would increase the access to and from the property significantly on a daily basis, especially during peak commute times. Conversely, Bed and Breakfast guests would access the property Tess frequently. When fully occupied, the Bed and Breakfast should generate at least 10 movements during the course of a day. Most visitors tend to avoid peak traffic times, and will likely be gone during most of the day, returning only to sleep. For these reasons, it is anticipated that the proposed use will not adversely impact traffic.