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

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Monstera, Mimosa, Hawaiian Lily, blue ginger, plumeria, pikake, bird of paradise, anthurium, philodendron, Hawaiian hibiscus, schefflera and ginger. Landscaped areas of the property include ornamental trees such as shower, trumpet thorn, acacia and koa, numerous varieties of palm trees,in addition to fruit trees such as mango,papaya,avocado, lemon, lime, star fruit and orange. The applicant reports that given the elevation above sea level, it would be possible to find the Hawaiian Hawk, or I`o, and the Hawaiian Owl, or Pueo, however the property is not known to be a habitat for such species. 21. Archaeological/Cultural/Historical Resources: According to the applicant, no formal archaeological studies have been done on the subject property.There are no known historic sites on the property as listed on the State or National Register of Historic Places.Although not currently proposed, the applicant states that in the case of any future land disturbance activity, should inadvertent discoveries be made, the applicant will cease work and notify the Planning Department and the Department of Land and Natural Resources — State Historic Preservation Division (SHPD). The subject site is not adjacent and/or proximate to the shoreline, therefore gathering of marine life and coastal access for Native Hawaiian gathering and fishing rights is not an issue. The applicant states they have not observed the property or adjoining properties being used by Native Hawaiians for the gathering of plants in recent times. The applicant has also stated that in the event legitimate gathering claims are made by Native Hawaiians, that they intend to respect and honor such claims and provide the needed access within the site. 22. Public Access: There is no known public access to the shoreline or mountain areas that runs through the property. 23. Traffic: According to the applicant, given the small scale of the proposal, a three-bedroom bed and breakfast should not generate significantly adverse traffic impacts on the local roadway system. PUBLIC UTILITIES AND SERVICES 24. Access: Access to the site is from Nani Kailua Road which is a shared privately-owned 50-foot-wide road and utility easement with a 20-foot-wide pavement and full shoulder improvements. Makai of Hienaloli Road, Nani Kailua Road continues as a County owned and maintained road with a 20-foot-wide pavement within a 50-foot-wide right-of-way. -4-