.PD RECOMMENDATION REPORT (PL-SPP-2024-000061)

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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 area: According to the applicants,no cultural or historical features are known to exist on the subj ect property which has been previously impacted by ground-disturbing activities associated with residential and agricultural development. Vegetation on the property consists of vegetable and fruit crops,gunpowder trees,albizia trees,guinea grass,trumpet trees,cook pine,sugar cane, golden pothos, ginger, koa, and introduced tree species such as Coast redwoods, pines, cypress, China fir, Japanese redwood, Asian Giant Sequoia, alder and podocarpaceae. In addition, animal species consist of bird species such as dove, Japanese White-eye, house finch and myna as well as domestic animals such as cats, dogs, goats, chickens and other animals such as rats and feral pigs. The applicants state it is possible that the Hawaiian Hawk, Hawaiian Owl and Hawaiian Hoary Bat are present in the surrounding area, however there are no known endangered species of plants or animals on the subject property. Possible adverse effect or impairment of valued resources: Native plants and/or endangered species are unlikely to be impacted by the proposed use since activities will primarily occur within the existing dwelling and guest house. The only new construction proposed is for a 500-square-foot open-air pavilion, which the application states will be located in a previously cleared area of the property. Feasible actions to protect native Hawaiian rights: To the extent 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 applicant remains responsible for complying with all other applicable governmental requirements in connection with the approved use, prior to its commencement or establishment upon the subject property. Additional governmental requirements may include the issuance of building permits, the installation of approved water systems, compliance with the Fire Code,installation of improvements required by the American with Disabilities Act(ADA), 9