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

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The proposed construction of a single-family residence and associated improvements is consistent with this designation and will not be contrary to the objectives sought to be accomplished by the State Land Use Laws and Regulations. As such, the County can process this application. DLNR Conservation District The property is located outside of the Department of Land and Natural Resources Conservation District. County General Plan The General Plan provides for the long-range comprehensive development of the island of Hawaii. It provides direction for balanced growth in the County. The County General Plan Land Use Pattern Allocation Guide ("LUPAG") map designates the site as Open (Figure 11). This designation is generally intended for parks and other recreational areas, along with open shoreline areas. However, the LUPAG map is a guide and not "set in stone". Many properties along the Maku`u coastline in the Open area also have developed single-family residences. The proposed dwelling will be placed on the mauka side of the property, approximately 100-feet from the shoreline. Further, the proposed action will retain the essential character of the land and will be consistent with the surrounding area and with the goals, policies, and standards of the General Plan document. The proposed construction of one (1) single-family residence and associated improvements would provide temporary employment for local construction workers and would support the economy through the purchase of construction materials from on -island suppliers. This will stimulate and support the general economic stability and development of Hawaii Island by allowing for local businesses to thrive and gain income from the proposed project. In the long-term, the newly constructed single-family residence will bring in additional property taxes, adding revenues to the County coffers. The proposed development would not provide adverse effects on the environment or the natural resources of the region. The General Plan identifies five (5) areas of environmental concerns - air pollution, water quality, soil pollution, solid waste disposal, and noise pollution. As proposed, the project would not be contrary to any of those objectives. The project will be energy conscious through its use of solar energy and design features that take advantage of the sun and wind patterns. A twenty (20) panel solar array is proposed to be installed for electricity and a solar water heater. 16