PD RECOMMENDATION REPORT (PL-SMA-2023-000040)

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subject parcel. The proposed development will be set approximately 150-feet from the approximate shoreline, minimizing the impacts from coastal erosion and other ocean impacts. Based on the above factors the proposed project will not significantly alter or impact coastal resources nor impact access to and along the shoreline. The area surrounding the subject parcel has been used for over 60 years as a residential community therefore the land has been altered by historic land disturbance common to residential development. The property contains primarily invasive and non- native floral species; therefore, it is not anticipated that any rare or endangered floral or faunal species would be found on the parcel, nor would any be affected by the proposed project. A home on this property would have no adverse effect on natural beauty and scenic view planes since it is in line with the surrounding development that has been existing for decades. Based on the small size and characteristics, it is anticipated that no historic properties are affected, and there would be no change to the shoreline/fishing access or cultural practices that take place along this coastline. In reviewing the proposed development against the factors that may constitute a substantial adverse effect as listed under Planning Commission Rule 9-10(H) (1-10),it has been determined that the proposed project to demolish an existing dwelling and construct a new single-family residence and related development on a 23,958-square foot parcel of land will not have a significant adverse environmental or ecological effect upon the Special Management Area. In review of the SMA guidelines as listed under HRS 205A-26, the proposed development is consistent with the objectives and policies as provided by Chapter 205A-26, HRS, and Special Management Area guidelines contained in Rule No. 9 of the Planning Commission Rules of Practice and Procedure. The purpose of Chapter 205A-26, Hawai`i Revised Statutes (HRS) and Rule 9 of the Planning Commission Rules of Practice and Procedure, is to preserve, protect, and where possible,to restore the natural resources of the coastal zone areas. Therefore,special controls on development within an area along the shoreline are necessary to avoid permanent loss of valuable resources and the foreclosure of management options. The objectives and policies of Chapter 205A-26, HRS and Rule 9-10(h) include, but are not limited to, the protection of coastal recreational resources, historic resources, scenic and -3-