Waipi'o Lookout Draft Environmental Assessment

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11. The project does not affect nor would it likely to be damaged as a result of being located in an environmentally sensitive area such as a flood plain, tsunami zone, erosion prone area, geologically hazardous land, estuary,fresh water, or coastal area. Although the project is located in an area with volcanic and seismic risk,the entire Island of Hawaii shares this risk, and the project is not imprudent to undertake. 12. The project will not substantially affect scenic vistas and viewplanes identified in county or state plans or studies. The project area is noted for its natural beauty in the Hawaii County General Plan. However,the project will not adversely impact these view planes, and future use of the Rice Property may assist in their preservation. 13. The project will not require substantial energy consumption. The project involves no construction. No adverse effects to energy consumption would be expected. For the reasons above,the action would not have any significant effect in the context of Chapter 343, Hawaii Revised Statues and section 11-200-12 of the State Administrative Rules. 21 Environmental Assessment, Hawaii County purchase of Rice Property at Waipi`o Lookout