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K. Traffic impacts -assessment of existing traffic conditions, anticipated increase in traffic and traffic impacts from proposed use (a formal study may be requested by Department of Public Works or State Department of Transportation during the review process). <br />L. Availability of utilities: Water, telephone, electricity, solid waste and sewage disposal. <br />4. A written narrative including the following: <br />A. A statement of the reasons for the granting of the Special Permit citing how the proposed use would promote the effectiveness and objectives of chapter 205, HRS (which, for the Agricultural and Rural Districts, seeks to preserve or keep lands of high agricultural <br />potential in agricultural use), and why the proposal is an unusual and reasonable use of the land. The following criteria shall also be addressed: <br />1. Discussion of how the desired use shall not adversely affect the surrounding properties. <br />2. Discussion of how such use shall not unreasonably burden public agencies to provide roads and streets, sewers, water, drainage, school improvements, and police and fire protection. <br />3. Discussion of unusual conditions, trends, and needs have arisen since the district boundaries and regulations were established. <br />4. Discussion of how the land upon which the proposed use is sought is unsuited for the uses permitted within the district. <br />5. Discussion of how the proposed use will not substantially alter or change the essential character of the land and the present use. <br />6. Discussion of how the proposed use will not be contrary to the goals, policies and standards of the General Plan and other applicable documents such as community development plans and design plans. (Note: The General Plan and Community Development Plans are available on the Planning Department website at https://www.planning.hawaiicounty.gov). <br />5. A scale-drawn plot plan of the property showing property lines and measurements; all existing and proposed structures with elevations, uses and improvements; and reference points such as roadways, shoreline, etc. <br />6. A list of the names, addresses, and tax map keys of all owners and lessees of record of surrounding properties who are required to receive notice. <br />7. Any other plans or additional information relevant to this application may be requested by the Planning Director to facilitate processing of this request. <br />Rev. 12/8/2022