PD BACKGROUND REPORT (PL-SMA-2023-000038)

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structure and improve upon the overall design of the project through landscaping and recessed verticals. Further, pedestrian improvements along Ali'i Drive and Kahakai Road would also be constructed. Thus, in developing this project, the current decrepit state of the site, which has created some unsafe conditions for people living or visiting this area, would be minimized or perhaps completely eliminated. C. Project Components The basic structure will take on a U-shaped configuration, due in part to the shape of the site. (Figures 1, 2) However, unlike the previously approved plans, while the general configuration of the structure would be the same, the current plan attempts to capture the "Kona Way of Life" as noted in the Kailua Village Design Plan through the use of rock or lava faced material, earth-toned colors, and landscaping. (Figure 3) At the same, it attempts to create a more pedestrian oriented feel from Ali'i Drive through landscaping and shifting traffic more to Kahakai Road. Figures 4, 5, and 6 provide the comparative visuals of the 2017 approved plans with the proposed plans. The project will consist of 100 units consisting of 91 (suites) which will include a kitchen and nine standard guest rooms. The suites will consist of two (2) bedrooms to accommodate families or a larger group. Other amenities will include a dining area where continental breakfasts will be served to guests, an outdoor pool, and a bar. Three (3) stories would be constructed over the existing foundation and subterranean parking area. (Figure 7) Although all three levels would have hotel rooms, the first floor would also include the lobby and retail area; the second, a fitness center, and the third, a dining area. (Figures 8, 9, 10) Consistent with the zoning code, the structures will be less than 40 feet and not exceed 45 foot height limit. (Figures 11, 12) Solar panels are tentatively being considered to be constructed on the rooftops. (Figure 13) As reflected in the basement parking area(Figure 7), it will be setback a minimum of 20 feet from Alii Drive and eight to 20 feet from Kahakai Road. It should be noted that the 2007 permitted foundation and basement area fronting Kahakai Road, which was constructed in 2007 and 2008, resulted in the varying eight to 20 foot setback. However, new improvements above of that foundation/basement area will be at the 20 foot setback area. The side yard setback at the north end will be at least 14 feet. Although the required parking is 117 parking stalls, as proposed, there will be 143 stalls, inclusive of four handicapped and two equipped with electrical chargers. Access to the parking garage will be from Kahakai Road. (See Figure 7) There will also be three loading zones, two along Ali'i Drive and the other 5