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allotted amount as demand will be no different than that of an average dwelling. A condition of approval will be included to address the preceding. According to the Department of Health (DOH),if the bed and breakfast offers non- hazardous breakfast foods such as commercial cereal, certain pastries, breads, fruits, coffee, tea, or juice, then a food establishment permit is not required,however the limited menu must be documented with DOH. A condition of approval will require the applicants to comply with food service notification and permit requirements, meeting with the approval of DOH. The property is situated within an area designated as Flood Zone X on the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) by FEMA, an area of minimal flood hazard located outside the 500-year flood plain. Electrical, telephone and internet services are available to the property. Fire and medical services are available from the Kailua Fire Station and police services are available in Kailua-Kona. A condition of approval will be included requiring the applicants to meet all applicable County, State and Federal laws, rules, regulations, and requirements. Based on the preceding, the requested use will not burden public agencies to provide additional services. (D) Unusual conditions, trends, and needs have arisen since district boundaries and regulations were established. Since the district boundaries were established in the 1960's, demand has increased for accommodation for guests who seek an alternative to resort venues. The proposed use would meet this demand by providing visitors with an opportunity to experience a small-scale bed and breakfast establishment. (E) The land upon which the proposed use is sought is unsuited for the uses permitted within the district. The property is suited for residential use and is used additionally for small-scale agricultural use, consisting of existing fruit trees and a vegetable garden.As previously stated,the bed and breakfast will take place entirely within the existing single-family dwelling. (F) The proposed use will not substantially alter or change the essential character of the land and the present use. The character of the surrounding lands is predominantly residential/agricultural in nature, with present uses including dwellings, -4-