2013-06-06 Windward Planning Commission Agenda

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INITIATOR: COUNTY COUNCIL 4. Bill No. 25, Draft 2 regarding an amendment to Chapter 25 (Zoning Code) of the Hawai‘i County Code 1983 (2005 Edition, as amended), relating to Agricultural Tourism. The purpose of the proposed bill is to clarify definitions, procedural guidelines and requirements, and standards related to agricultural tourism operations. The bill specifically: Amends Chapter 25 (Zoning Code), Article 1, Section 25-1-5 relating to Definitions. Amends Article 2, Division 7, Section 25-2-71 relating to Plan Approval applicability. Amends Section 25-2- 75 relating to Plan Approval application requirements for agricultural tourism. Amends Section 25-2-76 relating to Action on Plan Approval application. Amends Article 4, Division 1, Section 25-4-15 relating to Use Regulations for agricultural tourism. MINUTES Approval of Minutes of the May 2, 2013 meeting ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS 1.Status of applications heard by Windward Planning Commission that are pending before County Council. 2.Status of Contested Case proceedings for Connections New Century Public Charter School/CBESS Special Permit Application No. 12-000138 (SPP-12-138) 3.Status of appeal filed regarding Windward Planning Commission’s approval of amendment to SMA Use Permit No. 221, Applicant, Hu Honua- Corporation Counsel ANNOUNCEMENTS ADJOURNMENT The purpose of the public hearings is to afford all interested persons a reasonable opportunity to be heard on the above matters. Submitting Testimony: According to Rule 1 (General Rules) of the Planning Commission, a person desiring to submit oral or written testimony shall indicate her/his name; residence address; and whether the testimony is on her/his behalf or as a representative of an organization or individual. If testimony is being submitted on behalf of an organization, documentation showing membership ratification should accompany the testimony. Written testimony shall be submitted with an original and nine copies prior to testifying. The Commission would appreciate timely submittal to the Planning Department at least one week prior to the hearing date to allow for mailing and thorough Commission review. Testimony that is irrelevant or unduly repetitious may be limited by the Chairperson pursuant to Rule 1. Pursuant to Rule 4, Contested Case Procedure, of the County of Hawai‘i Planning Commission Rules of Practice and Procedure, any person seeking to intervene as a party to a contested case hearing on Agenda Item No. 1 above is required to file a written request which must be received in the office of the Planning Department no later than seven (7) calendar days prior to the Planning Commission’s first public meeting on the matter. Such written request shall 2