Master Plan for Kailua Kona Complete (2)

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Multi - family should be used to reinforce cores, where greater concentrations can t contribute support to other activities and where pedestrian activities can reduce auto usage. Using more dense residential uses would reinforce the Village core or distributing multi - family to distinct cores throughout the planning area. Recommendati ns: * Provide a variety of residential types and densities. * Cluster to increase open space and landscape buffers. * Reinforce village core and resort areas with multi - family uses. Consider a ` commercial /residential mixed use zoning district. * Reduce densities away from core. * Provide density incentives to encourage cluster and traditional neighborhood design. 1 * Allow small scale convenience commercial. 3.1.6 Historic Sites Kailua is blessed with a number of historically significant buildings and sites. The Great Wall of Kuakini is one such feature that has been poorly cared for. It could be enhanced (with setbacks and landscape treatments) and utilized as a dividing line as it once was. Historic elements should also be recognized for their tourist appeal, as well as their place in Hawaii's heritage. Historic Site Conce ts: Within the Village make every effort to enhance the value of historic sites. Improve the access to the heiau (at the pier entry) and improve pedestrian access to St. Michael's Church. Establish access to the Great Wall, perhaps with walkways along side. Limit further deterioration. A small brochure for a self guided walking tour of historic features should be prepared and made available for tourist use, in conjunction with community groups such as the Daughters of Hawaii and the Kona Historical Society. 3 -6