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Chair Dahlberg announced that he was recusing himself due to his involvement in the proposed project. Vice Chair Roth assumed the responsibilities of presiding officer. The applicant and the architect for the project, David Sands, provided additional information, which included the following: He had been working with structural bamboo for 21 years; he had also worked with the International Code Council for seven years to develop a building code standard for material; extensive testing had shown that bamboo construction performed better than timber construction in terms of flame resistance and weight strength; several of their \[Bamboo Living\] bamboo homes had withstood multiple hurricanes; they attempted to create a tropical Hawai‘i feel with tall roof lines that would allow high ceilings, as well as deep eaves for better sun protection needed in Kailua-Kona; the proposed architecture would also provide outdoor living space with a wrap-around lanai, which would also soften the building appearance; two outside units would come with a mezzanine loft with a walk-out deck for additional outdoor space; and, the wall construction would be split bamboo over an exterior-grade plywood. In response to the Commissioners’ questions, Mr. Sands also stated: The finish on the bamboo would be the typical finish used for clear cedar, which they had found works best; bamboo would keep good looks for a long time with some touch-up on the weathered side; there would be solar panels on the south unit, which would have the least impact on public view from the streets; the adjoining property to the south was an undeveloped lot; and, the solar panels were definitely part of the plan, as they were trying to be as sustainable as possible. Vice Chair Roth confirmed that there was no one in the audience who wished to make statements on this agenda item. It was moved by Commissioner Van Pernis and seconded by Commissioner Sullenberger that the Commission recommend the Planning Director’s approval of the proposed project as submitted. There were no discussions on the motion. A roll call vote was taken and the motion carried with five ayes (Van Pernis, Sullenberger, Akina, Kern and Roth) and three absent and excused (Andreae, Au Hoy and Cartwright). At this time Chair Dahlberg resumed his chairmanship for the remainder of the meeting. ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS None. ANNOUNCEMENTS Chair Dahlberg welcomed Commissioner Van Pernis to the Commission. Mr. Mark mentioned that there were currently three seats with expired terms in the categories of business/property owners’ representative, historic/cultural resources expert, and building/landscape architect. Mr. Dunlap announced that the next meeting scheduled for July 5, 2016, was cancelled since no applications had come in by the due date. 3