2023-08-08 DRAFT Kailua Village Design Commission Minutes rev

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Landowner: Alahou Fund LLC TMK: (3) 7-5-022:069 Location: 75-5762 Alahou Street, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 Ms. Newlon gave a PowerPoint presentation on the proposed project, highlighting the location of the proposed 3-story proposed building and that the proposal appears to meet the height and setbacks per the zoning of the parcel (which is Multi-Family Residential (RM)). The parking is located on the first floor and each additional level will have 4 units for a total of 8. Ms Newlon confirmed that the proposed color scheme and landscaping are consistent with the Kailua Village Master Plan. Commissioner Greenwell requested confirmation that the parking was consistent with Zoning Code requirements. Ms. Newlon confirmed the proposed parking is consistent and she provided general information on the accessible parking requirements of the State. Dr. Foulk confirmed the location of the project in what is locally known as “Hamburger Hill”. He stated that the design is based on this parcel being located in a flood zone and he has designed and worked with buildings located in flood zone in this area before. In regards to the accessible parking requirements, Dr. Foulk confirmed that the parking did keep the accessible parking requirements in mind. And Dr. Foulk further pointed out that the apartments are targeting families and young adults who work and go to school in the area. Chair Roth and Commissioner Lussiaa expressed their support of the proposed project. It was moved by Commissioner Ka‘ōpua and seconded by Commissioner Greenwell that the Commission recommend their approval. There being no discussion on the motion, a roll call vote was taken, and the motion carried with five ayes (Greenwell, Kilkuskie, Ka‘ōpua, Lussiaa and Roth) and two absent and excused (Kossow and Young). ANNOUNCEMENTS The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for August 22, 2023. Commissioner Lussiaa brought up follow-up concerns regarding updates to the sign code from the last meeting. The Commission was reminded that they were directed to submit comments/issues to the Deputy Managing Director Bobby Command, who is gathering information to start the update process to the Sign Code. The Commission was also reminded that the sign code for the KVDC district is based on the KVD Master Plan and any updates may need to start with an update to the Master Plan. The Commission asked that the DMD keep the commission aware of the status of this process. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Chairman Roth adjourned the meeting at 1:31 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Deanne Bugado, Planner A T T E S T: Shaun Roth, Chairman Kailua Village Design Commission 2 Kailua Village Design Commission August 8, 2023, Meeting Minutes (DRAFT)