2017-03-21 Kailua Village Design Commission Minutes

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Chairman Roth reiterated his position that the proposed access location made the most sense because of the road intersection and the sight distance. Commissioner Kern noted that street parking was already prohibited along that particular stretch of Ali‘i Drive. She opined that the proposed 115 parking spaces would accommodate all the parking needs of their guests, and that many of their guests would probably choose to walk once checked in as there were various attractions within walking distance. She added that she was thrilled to see this attractive project happening at the site. Upon confirming with Mr. Herbert that the sidewalk would be right next to the edge of the vehicle lane of Ali‘i Drive, Vice Chairman Roth pointed out that in order to do street parking a motorist would have to drive over the high curb or the car would be within the travel lane. He then recommended approving the proposal on a condition that the Kahakai Road frontage be landscaped in a manner similar to what was shown on the Ali‘i Drive frontage. Mr. Dunlap observed that the drawings did not show any trees in front of the porte cochère, and asked Mr. Harry whether that was intentional or oversight. Mr. Harry responded that it was not intentional except that the main purpose of the rendering was to show the architecture, and that he would defer to the Commission’s recommendation. Vice Chairman Roth noted that there was an exception in having no trees in that location for visibility purposes; the motorist would need a clear view of the sidewalk as he/she pulled out of the porte cochère. Commissioner Kern also pointed out that there might not be enough space for tree roots. It was moved by Commissioner Kern that the Commission forward to the Planning Director a recommendation for approval of the proposed project. In response to Commissioner Van Pernis’ question as to whether or not a condition for landscaping should be included, Commissioner Kern said that she was trying to avoid making the applicant come back for the Commission’s further review. Vice Chairman Roth commented that the condition could be worded in such a way that the applicant would not have to come back; for instance, the landscaping on all three sides should be consistent with what was shown on Ali‘i Drive. Commissioner Van Pernis suggested that the wording be further clarified by stating “all sides facing the public right-of-way.” Commissioner Kern agreed to make that part of her motion, and Commissioner Sullenberger seconded the motion. Commissioner Van Pernis asked if his abstention would make the motion fail and would necessitate the applicant to come back for lack of a quorum. Mr. Mark answered that every Commissioner, including the Vice Chairman in this case, had to vote. A roll call vote was taken and the motion carried with five ayes (Kern, Sullenberger, Akina, Van Pernis and Roth) and three absent and excused (Andreae, Au Hoy and Dahlberg). OLD BUSINESS 1. Finalize letter to Department of Public Works regarding enforcement of the Sign Code within Kailua Village Special District. It was moved by Commissioner Van Pernis and seconded by Commissioner Sullenberger that the Commission finalize and sign the letter as circulated, including previously suggested revisions, and that staff obtain signatures from the Commissioners who were not present, and send it out as soon as possible. 4