PD Recommendation Report Kamehameha Schools (PL-SPP-2023-037)

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Possible adverse effect or impairment of valued resources: Based on the preceding studies, it is unlikely that the proposed project will have an adverse effect on valued resources. However, if future development plans of the education center propose new ground disturbance in the vicinity of the wall remnant, further archaeological assessments should be completed and approved prior to commencement. Furthermore, there were no threatened or endangered species found within the permit area, so there will be no adverse effect on those resources. Finally, given the developed nature of the permit area, it is unlikely that traditional and customary native Hawaiian rights are exercised thereon. Feasible actions to protect native Hawaiian rights: A condition of approval will require the applicant to secure SHPD approval prior to issuance of any land alteration permits should the applicant propose any ground disturbance in the vicinity of the rock wall in the future. Because there is no evidence that traditional and customary native Hawaiian rights are occurring within the permit area, the proposed action will not affect traditional Hawaiian rights; therefore, no action is necessary to protect these rights. Lastly, this approval is made with the understanding that the applicant remains responsible for complying with all other applicable governmental requirements in connection with the approved use, prior to its commencement or establishment upon the subject property. Additional governmental requirements may include the issuance of building permits, compliance with the Fire Code, installation of improvements required by the American with Disabilities Act (ADA), among many others. Compliance with all applicable governmental requirements is a condition of this approval; failure to comply with such requirements will be considered a violation that may result in enforcement action by the Planning Department and/or affected agencies. Based on the preceding findings,it is recommended that this request to allow the development and operation of the "Hi`ialo/Captain Cook Learning Center" including a preschool, community education programs, and related improvements on a 1.25-acre portion of a larger 5.98-acre area of land be approved. Approval of this request is subject to the following conditions: -11-