Communication No. 2017-04- Open Space Network Subcommittee Report November

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Communication no. 2017-04 Page 4 Definitions from the KCDP (Note * definitions are added for clarity) Corridor* A lineal geographic area allowing safe access and movement across the landscape for people and wildlife. (Refer to Greenway definition) Flood Corridors Includes FEMA's Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) 100 -year flood plains and planned flow ways. Greenbelt or Greenway Areas of largely undeveloped, wild agricultural land surrounding or neighboring urban areas. (From KCDP Policy LU -2.2, 3.: The Greenbelt is a strategic planning tool to prevent urban sprawl by keeping land permanently open.... The Greenbelt may also serve multi- purpose uses, such as for drainage, sensitive resource preserves or wildfire protection buffers.) Greenfield An area that is undeveloped or used for agriculture. Refers only to undeveloped open space within the Kona Urban Area between TODs, TNDs and infill. Greenway An open space corridor in largely natural conditions which may include trails for bicycles and pedestrians. Open Space —Undeveloped land or water body which is free of structures and equipment, except for those incidental to the land's open space uses. Open space may include the following: flood protection, creating a sense of special separation from incompatible land uses, areas for agricultural operations, passive recreation, active recreation, conservation uses, or historical site preservation. Urban Area The Kona Urban Area spans from the Kona International Airport to Keauhou (*and mauka to Mamalahoa Highway). The majority of future growth shall be directed within this area.