Master Plan for Kailua Kona Complete (2)

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SECTION 3 MASTER PLAN 3.1 ISSUES RECOMMENDATIONS As part of the guide for future development and implementation of the master plan objectives, alternatives are discussed and planning concepts have been developed for the various development components of the Master Plan. These include: village image, development patterns (resort, commercial, residential), historic sites, public /community 1 facilities, open space /recreation, circulation and the pier /seawall area. 3.1.1 Villa e Ima e * Maintain low scale structures with height limits. * Provide community design guidelines. * Provide for Village entries and other landscape features. The visual quality is an essential ingredient in the Kona way -of -life. The Alii corridor is representative of this, but later projects are moving away from this theme. We either act now or lose what is the heart of the area. At issue is the scale, architectural character, intensity and the special character of the area. The Village core as typified by the Alii corridor is the heart of the area. It represents the qualities, scale and essence of the Kona way -of -life. It is the keynote of the area, attracting both locals and tourists alike. Located along the Alii Drive corridor are the majority of the historic sites, architecture, vegetation and coastal scenery which characterize the popular identity of Kailua Village. These elements include narrow streets and rights -of -way, older low rise structures with minimal street setbacks, distinct architectural character, established trees, and coastal views, with lesser emphasis on the needs of the car. Vehicular speeds are reduced because of the narrow streets and there is limited parking due to the evolution of development in the area. lCruising leisurely along Alii Drive or leaving the car behind to walk or bike seems to be the principal means to experience the Village core. This is also the location of many of the I 3 -1