.PD RECOMMENDATION REPORT (PL-SMA-2023-000038)

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development. The site has been completely cleared and is predominantly developed with a large foundation and underground parking area which was previously approved for construction. Based on their previous reviews, the State Historic Preservation Division (SHPD) determined that "no historic properties would be affected" by the grading of the site and subsequent development of the foundation. However, SHPD has requested that they be contacted if additional ground disturbance is proposed. The Planning Department submitted a review request to SHPD via their online review system HICRIS; to date no response has been received. Scenic and Open Space Resources: As noted in the application, coastal views are already blocked via the existing development located on the shoreline. While this project will have some measure of visual impact, they are not considered significant from Ali`i Drive. Comments were received regarding the proposed development's impact on coastal views from the mauka (landward) side of Ali`i Drive. The applicant has stated that the proposed development will abide by the current height limits of the zoning district and note that the heights were reduced slightly from the previously approved project. The applicant has stated it is their goal to minimize viewplane impacts by recessing the structure 20-feet from Ali`i Drive, adding landscaping/screening in that setback area, and utilizing colors and building materials that will blend with the surrounding area. Coastal Ecosystems, Marine Resources, Beaches: The proposed development is located approximately 125 feet from the shoreline at its closest point, and as such no direct impacts to coastal ecosystems will occur due to the proposed hotel. Although the project will increase stormwater collection in this area, it will be directed to existing or new drywells located on site and away from the shoreline. These drywells will be subject to the UIC permit, which specifically addresses impact to groundwater and nearshore resources. Additionally, wastewater generated by the proposed development will be connected to the existing County sewer line that fronts Ali`i Drive, therefore no direct injection of sewer water into the subsurface will occur.Access to the shoreline, via a pathway that runs along Kahakai Road, will remain open and will not be affected by the proposed project. Coastal Hazards: The subject parcel is located within Flood Zone X which represents areas determined to he outside the 500 year flood plain. The project area is -4-