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variance application. The height of the sign is 6.75 feet from the ground floor, and is in compliance with the criteria from the Kailua-Kona Master Plan and the Sign Code. The lettering is made up of only one font and one color, orange, which appears to be their trademark color, and therefore it appears to meet the criteria. However, the applicant will have to comply with the Hawaii County Code and process an electrical permit along with the sign permit since the letters are illuminated. Ms. Newlon added that according to the Department of Public Works, there are a number of additional signs for Hooters Restaurant that the applicant will need to come in for permits or have them removed. Applicant Presentation The applicant, Mr. Impyo Hwang, was not present, and Messrs. Ogin, Pappas and Shockley continued to make themselves available for questions from the Commissioners. Public Testimony None. Commission Discussion With respect to the directory sign, the Commissioners suggested that the colors should tie in with the building and the background should be changed from brown to gray, which will be in keeping with the subject wall sign as well. Mr. Pappas responded that, although the gray color won’t correspond to Hooter’s individuality, he has no problem with presenting the recommendation to the company and having the change done by his authorization. It was also suggested by the Commissioners that the colors of other tenants’ signs on the same directory should be consistent with the main color scheme, such as white and gray. Mr. Ogin concurred that he has certain control over the matter as the property manager. As for the wall sign, the Commissioners agreed that the 20-inch lettering is reasonable considering the sign location with poor visibility. In response to the Commissioners’ inquiries, Mr. Shockley described that the sign is made up with acrylic letters that are lit by the neon light from behind. Regarding the number of signs permitted by the Sign Code, Mr. Pappas stated that he has confirmed with the Department of Public Works that the ground sign is considered to be directory and the wall sign will be their only sign, and therefore they don’t need to apply for a variance for additional signs. The Commissioners pointed out, and Mr. Pappas agreed, that all banner signs and sandwich board signs on property have to be taken down. Action It was moved by Commissioner Saito and seconded by Commissioner Au Hoy that a favorable recommendation be made to the Public Works Director with the following conditions: 5