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

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With regard to flooding, The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Flood Insurance Rate map (FIRM) identifies the parcel as partially Zone VE (coastal flood zone with velocity hazard) and partially Zone "Y' (areas outside of the 500-year flood). All improvements will be sited within the Zone "Y' area of the parcel and outside the 3.2-foot sea level rise exposure area. The applicant has not observed any significant runoff or erosion in the recent past. With regard to historic sites, although no commissioned archaeological survey of the site was conducted, it is highly unlikely that any historic sites would be found on the property as the parcel has been previously cleared. A no effect letter was also received from SHPD in conjunction with the applicant's Well Permit Application (Exhibit A). However, in the event any archaeological or historical features are found during any earth disturbance activity, work will stop within the affected area and appropriate clearances from the State DLNR-SHPD and County Planning Department will be secured before work resumes. If needed, an archaeological monitoring program can be instituted during any land clearing activity. The General Plan also emphasizes that developments be mindful of an area's natural beauty. The Maku`u Cliffs are identified as a valued scenic resource in the County General Plan. The cliffs are located roughly 500 feet to the south of the subject property and will not be impacted by the proposed development. Coastal resources and access will be preserved. The proposed development will be located a considerable distance from the shoreline and will not impact the coastline in any way. In addition, since there is no increase in density or change in permitted use, there will be no significant impact to public utilities or government services and infrastructure. Given the above, the project specifically fulfills the following pertinent land use goals, policies, and standards of the General Plan: • Designate and allocate land uses in appropriate proportions and mix and in keeping with the social, cultural, and physical environments of the County. • Promote and encourage the rehabilitation and use of urban areas that are serviced by basic community facilities and utilities. • Encourage the development and maintenance of communities meeting the needs of its residents in balance with the physical and social environment. • Encourage urban development within existing zoned areas already served by basic infrastructure, or close to such areas, instead of scattered development. In view of the foregoing goals and policies, it is noted that the requested Special Management Area Use Permit would not be contrary to the County General Plan. The proposed development will complement the goals, policies, and standards of 20