2012-57.3 Snover Testimony re SPP 1122 Amendments

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We believe this proposal shows rather a lack of planning initiatives that is in harmony with a sustainable quality of life for Seaview lot owners; in that it seems to indicate Space might become a village center with increasing activities; with access and impacts affecting a development that clearly was not planned nor designed with adequate infrastructure to accommodate such a potentially large commercial endeavor. The grantors of Space's 2001 special use permit were very aware of this and clear about limiting the scope of development to minimal conditions. Perhaps for HVC a 'positive interaction and respect among citizenry' might include taking these performances and fundraisers to venues and schools around the island as they did for 20 some years prior to Space. This would be a learning experience for students, a convenience to attendees and a huge relief for the lot owners of Seaview. The original permit #1122 from 2001 was granted with access through Pohaukupele Loop and lot 038 -50 under the conditions of no performances and no amplified music because traffic was thought to be insubstantial which is reflecting consideration and respect for the Seaview neighbors. There was no community outrage with that historically benign state of affairs -quite the opposite, neighbors endorsed the 2001 permit with their testimonies in front of the Planning Commission. As property owners we count on our government representatives, to respect our inherent common law rights to quiet, peace and enjoyment of our property. Please let planning instead of happenstance direct development. We ask that the Planning Department, The Windward Planning Commission, Hawaii County Council Members, PCDP, and all parties concerned to please consider these possible unwanted consequences and ramifications while considering this application. Thank you, David and Uschi Snover -3-