PD Recommendation Report (PL-REZ-2023-000053)

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■ Investigation of valued resources: No formal archaeological reconnaissance survey, oral history of kama`aina accounts of the area, historical survey of documentary records, or botanical study was included in the application. ■ The valued cultural, historical, and natural resources found in the rezoning area: According to the applicant, no archeological or historical features are known to exist on the subject property nor is the property listed as a historic site on the State or National Register of Historic Places. As mentioned previously, the subject property has been cleared for construction of 2 existing dwellings and a garage and there are no known endangered or listed plant species on the property. According to the applicants, it is not known whether the subject property or immediate surrounding area has been used in the recent past for the gathering of plants by Native Hawaiians. No professional surveys were conducted of the flora/fauna resources on the property. According to the applicants, the likelihood of any rare or endangered species, habitat or flora on the property is remote given the developed, urban nature of the property and surrounding area. ■ Possible adverse effect or impairment of valued resources: Native plants and/or endangered species are unlikely to be impacted by the proposed development due to the already impacted property as mentioned above. ■ Feasible actions to protect native Hawaiian rights: As stated by the applicant, no gathering is taking place on the site. Thus, to the extent to which traditional and customary native Hawaiian rights are exercised, the proposed action will not affect traditional Hawaiian rights; therefore, no action is necessary to protect these rights. Lastly, this recommendation is made with the understanding that the applicants remain responsible for complying with all other applicable governmental requirements in connection with the proposed use,prior to its commencement or establishment upon the subject property. Additional governmental requirements may include the issuance of building permits, compliance with the Fire Code, installation of improvements required by the American with Disabilities Act(ADA), among many others. Compliance with all applicable governmental requirements is a condition of this approval; failure to comply with such requirements will be considered a violation that may result in enforcement action by the Planning Department and/or the affected agencies. -6-