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

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floral or faunal species would be found on the parcel, nor would any be affected by the proposed project. The new residential structures, garage and related improvements on this property would have no adverse effect on natural beauty and scenic view planes since it has been developed for some time and had become unkempt and overgrown. The proposed project is in line with the existing residential development located throughout this area, and along Ala Heiau Rd. Based on the small size of the parcel, the previously disturbed nature of the project site, and design characteristics, it is anticipated that no historic properties will be affected. Staff submitted the project for review by the State Historic Preservation Division (SHPD) for a HRS Ch. 6E-42 review; it was determined that "No historic properties affected" by the proposed project. Additionally, there will be no change to the shoreline/fishing access or cultural practices that take place along this coastline. In reviewing the proposed development against the factors that may constitute a substantial adverse effect as listed under Planning Commission Rule 9-10 (H) (1-10), it has been determined that the proposed project as described above will not have a significant adverse environmental or ecological effect upon the Special Management Area. In review of the SMA guidelines as listed under HRS 205A-26, the proposed development is consistent with the objectives and policies as provided by Chapter 205A-26, HRS, and Special Management Area guidelines contained in Rule No. 9 of the Planning Commission Rules of Practice and Procedure. The purpose of Chapter 205A-26, Hawaii Revised Statutes (HRS) and Rule 9 of the Planning Commission Rules of Practice and Procedure, is to preserve, protect, and where possible, to restore the natural resources of the coastal zone areas. Therefore, special controls on development within an area along the shoreline are necessary to avoid permanent loss of valuable resources and the foreclosure of management options. The objectives and policies of Chapter 205A-26, HRS and Rule 9-10(h) include, but are not limited to, the protection of coastal recreational resources, historic resources, scenic and open space resources, coastal ecosystems, marine resources, beaches, and controlling development in coastal hazard areas. The proposed construction of a single-family dwelling, detached bedroom, 4