2023-04-25 Kailua Village Design Commission Minutes

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developments that already have a variance covering the entire complex because of their setback distance. Commissioner Young expressed her concern about potential reflection of the metal material because of the close proximity of Ali‘i Drive and farmers’ market. Mr. Haanio responded that the bronze metal material is the same as the existing railings in dark brown and would become like a flat finish that is non-reflective. Commissioner Lussiaa asked if the code requirements only apply to permanent signage. She noted that the Courtyard King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel lights up the wall with its name in large letters at night, although their front sign is small. Chairman Roth responded that it is likely that that particular sign is not permitted, and that there are many signs in the Kailua Village that are not permitted. He said that the issue often comes up with the Commission is that enforcing the Sign Code is difficult, which creates unfairness. He further said that he was happy that this applicant is doing it right, and that another reason why he would support applicants is when they are doing it right. Upon being asked by Commissioner Young, Mr. Haanio confirmed that neither signs would be illuminated. Commissioner Kilkuskie suggested to the applicant that for resubmittal, the elevation sheets should be revised as well to reflect the color change for both signs from white and black to bronze. It was moved by Commissioner Greenwell and seconded by Commissioner Kilkuskie that the Commission recommend approval of the application, including the lettering height and sign area that exceed the Sign Code allowance, with the change of letter color to a dark non- reflective bronze for both signs as described by the applicant at the meeting. There being no discussion on the motion, a roll call vote was taken, and the motion carried with six ayes (Greenwell, Kilkuskie, Ka‘ōpua, Kossow, Lussiaa and Young), and one absent and excused (Kern). 2. PL-KVD-2023-000031: The applicant, Mark Krzyzanowski of MK Planning, is requesting design review for a new duplex, located at 75-196 Alakai Street, in the Lono Kona Subdivision. The proposed duplex is a two-story building that consists of two 4- bedroom/4-bath units, each with 2 bedrooms/2 baths upstairs and 2 bedrooms/2 baths downstairs, with six off-street parking spaces, landscaping, and associated improvements. The proposed exterior colors include tan/gray tones with black/charcoal fascia and gutters, white trim, with white vinyl windows. Applicant: Mark Krzyzanowski, MK Planning Landowner: Viktor Kocharov, Avik Construction TMK: (3) 7-5-022:084 Location: 75-196 Alakai Street, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 Ms. Newlon gave a PowerPoint presentation on the application. She noted that the proposed project is a new two-story duplex, with the proposed landscaping is from the Master Plan. Each unit will have four bedrooms, two upstairs and 2 downstairs, with exterior stairs to access the downstair bedrooms of each unit. Ms. Newlon noted to the commission that the owner is a contractor and has built a similar duplex next door to this property. 3 Kailua Village Design Commission April 25, 2023, Meeting Minutes