PD Background Report Lili'uokalani Trust (PL-REZ-2023-051)

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Zendo Kern,Director September 11,2023 8 Goals • Provide residents with opportunities to improve their quality of life. • Economic development and improvement shall be in balance with the physical and social environments of the island of Hawaii. • The County of Hawaii shall strive for diversity and stability in its economic system. • The County shall provide an economic environment which allows new, expanded, or improved economic opportunities that are compatible with the County's natural and social environment. Policies • The County shall provide an economic environment which allows new, expanded, or improved economic opportunities that are compatible with the County's natural and social environment. • The County shall strive for an economic climate which provides its residents with an opportunity for choice of occupation. • The County shall strive for diversification of its economy by strengthening existing industries and attracting new endeavors. • The County shall encourage the development of a visitor industry which is consistent with the social, physical, and economic goals of the residents of the County. Discussion The request would provide development opportunities in an area that is already serviced by a good transportation system. Relatedly, all required infrastructure is in place and has been provided by LT without taxing the government's servicing ability. Further,the area is located proximate to commercial and business areas, making the site accessible to these uses. At the same time, because of the types of use,the request would be consistent with the land use pattern in this area,while making it convenient for the region and surrounding neighborhoods. 2. Land Use Element(Commercial) Goals • Provide for commercial developments that maximize convenience to its users. 1100 ALAKEA STREET,SUITE 1100•HONOLULU,HAWAI'I 96813-2845 808-203-6150•ONIPAA.ORG