PD RECOMMENDATION REPORT (PL-SPP-2023-000055)

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amended pursuant to HRS Chapter 205. The State Land Use Commission was created in 1961, and interim regulations and temporary district boundaries became effective in 1962. Subsequently, the regulations and Land Use District Boundaries became effective in August of 1964. Although the property and surrounding areas are designated for agricultural uses by both State and County land use laws, through the issuance of a Special Permit, various "non-agricultural" services and uses may be allowed. Since the district boundaries were established, demand has increased for accommodations for guests who seek an alternative to resort venues. The proposed use would meet this demand by providing visitors an opportunity to experience a bed and breakfast that emphasizes a connection to agriculture and provides a way for guests to learn about small farm agriculture in Hawaii. (E) The land upon which the proposed use is sought is unsuited for the uses permitted within the district. The property is currently being used for agriculture as a small-scale farm, including fruit tree and native plant cultivation and livestock grazing. As previously stated, the bed and breakfast will take place entirely within the existing single- family dwelling and thus will not reduce the land available for agricultural use. (F) The proposed use will not substantially alter or change the essential character of the land and the present use. The character of the surrounding lands is predominantly residential/agricultural in nature, with present uses including small-scale agriculture, dwellings, a church and undeveloped land. On -site parking will be provided, and the applicant does not anticipate significantly adverse traffic impacts on the local roadway system. Present use of the property includes fruit tree and native plant cultivation and livestock grazing, which will be further maintained by the proposed bed and breakfast use, as described in the application. Based on the preceding, the proposed request will not substantially change the essential character of the land and the present use. (G) The request will not be contrary to the General Plan and official Community Development Plan and other documents such as Design Plans. The Land Use Pattern Allocation Guide (LUPAG) Map component of the General Plan is a representation of the document's goals and policies to guide the coordinated growth and on