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

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In response to DWS, the applicant states that the higher water use is likely due to the water needs of farm animals on the property since there has been a drought and the property does not yet have a functioning catchment tank. Additionally, the ongoing construction and remodel of the dwelling has demanded extra water usage. The applicant notes that they are in the process of installing a 20,000-gallon catchment tank to use for the water needs of farm animals, which they believe, in addition to completing construction, should reduce the use of county water. 27. Wastewater: According to the Department of Environmental Management, the subject property is located 0.2 miles from the nearest public sewer,thus the applicant shall follow Department of Health (DOH) regulations for wastewater. The original building permit included installation of a cesspool to service the dwelling. DOH has previously stated a wastewater upgrade would be required if total flow exceeds 1,000 gallons per day, based on an average of 200 gallons per day for each bedroom. 28. Solid Waste: According to the Department of Health(DOH), solid waste shall be properly recycled or disposed of at DOH-permitted solid waste facilities. 29. Food Service Operations: By definition, bed and breakfast establishments may only provide breakfast meals to guests. The Department of Health (DOH)has noted that a food establishment permit will be required if meals are to include "potentially hazardous food" or if the number of guests exceeds 6. If the bed and breakfast will only offer commercial cereal,pastries,breads,fruits,coffee,tea, and juice,then a food establishment permit is not required. However, the limited menu must be documented with DOH and the applicant must comply with other DOH requirements. 30. Essential Utilities and Services: Electrical, telephone and internet services are available to the subject property. The nearest fire and police stations are located in Hilo which is approximately 3 miles from the subject property. AGENCY COMMENTS 31. State Department of Health: (Planning Department Exhibit 2 — November 6, 2023 Memo). 32. Department of Environmental Management: (Planning Department Exhibit 3 — November 9, 2023 Memo). 33. Department of Finance - Real Property Tax: (Planning Department Exhibit 4 - -5-