Waikoloa Lutheran Church Use Permit Application Packet_FINAL (4_12.14.2023)_v1

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• To enhance the overall quality of life in our residential communities. Land Use Element(Commercial) Goals • Provide commercial developments that maximize convenience to its users. • Provide commercial developments that complement the overall pattern of transportation and land usage within the island's regions, communities, and neighborhoods. Policies • Commercial facilities shall be developed in areas adequately served by necessary services, such as water, utilities, sewers, and transportation systems. Should such services not be available, the development of more intensive uses should be in concert with a localized program of public and private capital improvements to meet the expected increase needs. • Distribution of commercial areas shall be such as to best meet the demands of neighborhood, community and regional needs. • The development of commercial facilities should be designated to fit into the location with minimum intrusion while providing the desired services. Appropriate infrastructure and design controls shall be incorporated into the review of such developments. Discussion The project is located in an area where the basic infrastructure is or can reasonably be made available to the site. Its development will not result in having the government and public utility companies to extend its services. The site is currently underutilized, relative to its residential zoning. While there is a residence on the site, there is void of any active agricultural activity. Thus, the proposed use would be generally consistent with the existing character of the surrounding quasi-residential and commercial uses. Like residential communities, the church prefers a tranquil environment. At the same time, there would be some measure of economic benefits to the surrounding area, as the facility would have to purchase goods and supplies. Additionally,members and their guests will also frequent the local and other nearby communities. 19