PD BACKGROUND REPORT (PL-SMA-2024-000048)

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easement will be removed, including a portion of the existing rock wall and wood posts. The site was previously graded under a previous SMA permit (2007), and no significant grading is expected for this construction. Excavation for both continuous perimeter and internal post footings is expected. Limited grading may occur between the driveway/carport and the main level lanai stair/entry (approximately 4' above existing grade). The shoreline was certified for this parcel on October 4, 2022. (Planning Department Exhibit 1 —SMA Use Permit Application dated January 25,2024) 2. Project Objectives: The purpose of the project is to construct a single-family residence on the subject parcel for personal use. 3. Cost/Time of Project: The current estimated cost of the improvements is $785,000. The project would be initiated after the granting of all necessary permits. 4. Landowner: Patricia L. Sather and Stephen A. Else; Renton,WA BACKGROUND INFORMATION 5. Special Management Area (SMA): March 20, 2006: SMA Assessment No. SAA-060999159 for the after-the-fact clearing, grubbing, and grading and for the construction of a new single-family residence and related improvements. March 25, 2009: SMA Minor Permit No. SMM-09-000102 for the placement of four (4) 20-ft. shipping containers for agricultural purposes. 6. Chapter 343, HRS: The proposed improvements are not subject to the requirements of Chapter 343, Hawaii Revised Statutes, regarding Environmental Impact Statements. STATE AND COUNTY PLANS 7. State Land Use Designation: Agriculture 8. General Plan LUPAG MAP: Open/Rural 9. County Zoning: Agricultural 1-acre (A-la) 10. Puna Community Development Plan (PCDP): The Puna Community Development Plan (PCDP) was adopted by the Hawaii County Council by Ordinance No. 08-166 in 2008 and amended by Ordinances Nos. 10-104, 11-51, 11-52, 11-53, 11-117 and 11-118 in 2010 and 2011). -2-