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associated with developing these coastal parcels. The study concluded that there is an Average Annual Erosion Rate (AAER) of 0.36-feet/year along the shoreline of the project area. 19. Flora/Fauna Resources: Both properties have been surveyed for rare, threatened, and endangered flora and fauna; the report found none in the project area. However, as is typical, the Hawaiian hawk, and the Hawaiian hoary bat are assumed to occasionally use portions of the site (tree stand area). This area has been historically utilized for commercial agriculture, ranching, what has altered the vegetation throughout this area. The primary vegetation is pasture grasses, common ironwood, and coconut, along with other non-native trees and shrubs. During the biotic survey, several common birds were observed, including common myna, cardinal, doves, and finches. It is unlikely that any native or endangered forest birds would utilize these properties due to the lack of native forest, invasive species, and geography of the site. 20. Archaeological Resources: The applicants conducted an Archaeological Inventory Survey (AIS) of the project area as part of the environmental assessment process. Two (2) rock walls were identified as significant under criterion "D", however, the AIS found that these sites would not be adversely impacted by the proposed project and no further action was required. 21. Cultural/Historic Resources: As part of the environmental assessment prosses, the applicants conducted a Cultural Impact Assessment(CIA) on the impacts of the proposed project on nearby cultural and historic resources. Based on the results of consultation regarding area land-use and cultural practices, no past or ongoing cultural practices were identified for the project area or requested by lineal descendants. There were cultural practices, namely fishing and gathering of ocean and plant resources, associated with the wider region of the project area. While the coastal portion of the property is a cliff with no safe access, the applicants will allow ocean gathering to be conducted. 22. Scenic and Open Space Resources: The construction of a new single-family dwelling on each subject parcel is anticipated to have minimal impacts on scenic views. The consolidation and resubdivision is being requested to minimize impacts associated with scenic views, noise, and air quality. Additionally, the proposed landscape plan will lessen -4-