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Harry Kim Dixie Kaetsu
Mnyor Mnnnging Director
' Barbara Kossow
~'i-oi'w~'+~ Deputy Mnnnging Director
County of Hawaii
25 Aupuni Street, Room 215 • Hilo, Hawaii 96720262 (808) 9615211 Fax (808) 961 b663
KONA: 75-5706 Kuakini Highway, Suite 103 Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740
(808) 3295226 • Faz (808) 326-5663
September 24, 2007 ~ .
Honorable Pete Hoffinazm, Chairman
and Members of the County Council
County of Hawaii
333 Kilauea Avenue
Hilo, HI 96720
Dear Chairman Hoffmann and Members: -
State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (SLU 07-000014)
Request: Agricultural to Urban
Change of Zone Application (REZ 07-000064)
Request: A-Sato RM-1
Applicant: Seascape Development, LLC
Tax Map Key: 7-3-10:3
County Council Initiated
Amendment to Chapter 25 (Zoning Code) of the Hawaii County Code 1983
(2005 Edition, as amended) Relating to Off-Street Pazldng and Loading
County Council Initiated
Amendments to Chapter 23 (Subdivision Code) and Chapter 25 (Zoning Code)
of the Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005 Edition, as amended)
Relating to Subdivisions of Seven or More Lots
County Council Initiated
Amendment to Chapter 25 (Zoning Code) of the Hawaii County Code 1983
(2005 Edition, as amended) Relating to Planned Unit Development (PUD) and
Cluster Plan Development (CPD) Applications
ate Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (SLU 07-000015)
Request: Agricultural to Urban
Tax Map Key: 6-7-2:portion 20
Change of Zone Application (REZ 07-000068)
Request: A~Oa and ML-20 to CV-7.5
Tax Map Key: 6-7-2:20 and portion 51 Cotnrtl. I
Applicant: North Hawaii Community Hospital Ref. Ta
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Honorable Pete Hoffinann, Chairman
and Members of the County Council
Page 2
September 24, 2007
As required by Chapter 4, Sec. 6-4.3(C), Hawaii County Charter, transmitted herewith for the County
Council's consideration and action aze the Planning Commission's letters and enclosures regarding the
above-referenced requests.
Sincerely,
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Mayor
Enclosures
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County of Hawaii
PLANNING COMMISSION
Aupuni Center • I01 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 • Hilo, Hawaii 96720
Phone (808)961-8288 Fax (808)961-8742
September 24, 2007
Pete Hoffmann, Chairman
and Members of the County Council
County of Hawaii
333 Kilauea Avenue, 2"a Floor
Hilo, HI 96720
Dear Chairman Hoffinann and Council Members:
State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (SLU 07-000015)
Request: Agricultural to Urban
Tax Map Key: 6-7-2:portion 20
Change of Zone Application (REZ 07-000068)
Request: A-40a and ML-20 to CV-7.5
Tax Map Key: 6-7-2:20 and portion 51
Applicant: North Hawaii Community Hospital
The Planning Commission, after a duly held public hearing on August 31, 2007, voted to
recommend for your approval the proposed legislative bills for a state land use boundary
amendment from the Agricultural to the Urban District for approximately 3.068 acres and a
change of zone from Limited Industria120,040 square feet (ML-20) to Village Commercia17,500
square feet (CV-7.5) for approximately .947 acres and Agricultura140-acres (A-40a) to Village
Commercial 7,500 square feet (CV-7.5) for approximately 3.317 acres. The properties are
located south of the North Hawaii Community Hospital along the north side of Pukalani Road,
Waikoloa, Waimea, South Kohala, Hawaii.
The Commission concurs with the following Planning Director's reasons for recommending
favorable consideration of the requests:
State Land Use Bounda Amendment
The approval of the reclassification from the State Land Use Agricultural to the
Urban District for approximately 3.068 acres will not be violative of Section 205-2,
Chapter 205, Hawaii Revised Statutes, nor will it be inconsistent with the Land Use
Hawaii County is an Egual Opportunity Provider and Employer
Pete Hoffmann, Chairman
and Members of the County Council
Page 2
Commission Rules, the County General Plan and the Hawaii State Plan. The applicant
also requests a concurrent Change of Zone from A-40a (3.137 acres) and ML-20 (.947
acres) to CV-7.5 for approximately 4.084 acres. Under the Land Use Commission Rules,
one of the standazds for considering an azea for urban reclassification states that "In
determining urban growth for the next ten years, or in amending the boundary, land
contiguous with existing urban areas shall be given more consideration than non-
contiguous land, and particularly when indicated for future urban use on state or county
general plans." The property conforms to this standard as it is situated across from an
existing Urban-designated azea to the west, and adjacent to urban-designated property to
the east and south. Located near the project site is the North Hawaii Community Hospital
and Pazker Ranch Shopping Center. The applicant's request to designate 3.068 acres into
the Urban District reflects the infilling of Agricultural lands within this section of
Waimea already bordering existing Urban-designated lands.
The reclassification action conforms to the goals, objectives and/or policies
articulated in the Hawaii State Plan by encouraging urban growth primarily to existing
urban azeas where adequate public facilities aze available. The reclassification action also
conforms to the goals, policies and standards of, among others, the Land Use and
Economic Elements of the General Plan. The LUPAG Map component of the General
Plan is a representation of the document's goals, policies, standadds and courses of action.
It is also a graphic depiction of the physical relationship between the various land uses
and establishes the basic urban and non-urban form for areas within the County. The
request conforms to the General Plan Land Use Pattern Allocation Guide (LUPAG) Map,
which designates this area for Low Density Urban and Medium Density Urban. The Low
Density Urban designation includes residential uses, with ancillazy community and public
uses and neighborhood and convenience-type commercial uses. The Medium Density
Urban designation allows village and neighborhood commercial and single family and
multiple family residential and related functions.
The Urban classification conforms to the standazd that the development is within
reasonable proximity to centers of trading and employment and to basic services such as
schools, police and fire protection, transportation systems and water. The property is
situated south of the North Hawaii Community Hospital within close proximity to
shopping centers, theaters, protective services, essential utilities and conforms with the
Land Use Commission Rules which encourages urban developments in close proximity to
existing developments, services and facilities.
According to the applicant, the primary access to the project area will be from an
existing improved portion of Pukalani Road, and will take advantage of an existing
hospital driveway on TMK: 6-7-2: 53. The existing driveway currently provides
Pete Hoffmann, Chainnan
and Members of the County Council
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secondary access to the hospital (TMK: 6-7-2: 13) from Pukalani Road and has a
pavement width of 24 feet which widens to 30 feet plus a 4-foot median at the Pukalani
Road intersection. Pukalani Road, owned by Parker Ranch, currently extends south from
the Mamalahoa Highway for approximately 1,100 feet and provides primary access to
commercial establishments and secondary access to the North Hawaii Community
Hospital. According to the applicant, Pazker Ranch has indicated that Pukalani Road will
eventually be dedicated to the County. The applicant has executed a grant of easement
with Parker Ranch (recorded November 29, 2006) for the use of the roadway (Appendix
G).
There are no severe geological or topographical problems which cannot be
properly rectified or which would render the land unusable. The U.S. Federal Emergency
Management Agency Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) designates the property as Zone
"X", areas outside of the 500-year flood plain. The property is located approximately 10
miles east of the South Kohala shoreline and 8.5 miles southwest of the Hamakua
shoreline. All project generated runoffwill be disposed of on-site, so as not to impact
surrounding properties. Thus, the reclassification meets with the standard which states
that the lands included within the urban district "....shall be those with satisfactory
topography and drainage and reasonably free from the danger of floods, tsunami and
unstable soil conditions and other adverse environmental effects."
Urban Districts shall include lands chazacterized by "city-like" concentrations of
people, structures, streets, urban level of services and other related land uses.
Surrounding properties are mainly in commercial uses, with some residential and
agricultural uses to the south of the project site. Lands to the east and south aze vacant
and zoned CV-7.5. The Parker Ranch Shopping Center, located west of the site, is also
zoned CV-7.5. The North Hawaii Community Hospital is located north of the site and
zoned RS-7.5. Thus, as urban uses already exist in the immediate area, the urbanization
of the project site will not contribute towards scattered urban development.
While the property is within the State Land Use Agricultural and County's
Agricultural (A-Sa) and Limited Industria12Q,000 squaze foot zoned district, it is not
currently being used for active agricultural purposes. The project site is undeveloped
pasture land and currently vacant. The properties are unclassified by the State
Depaztment of Agriculture's Agricultural Lands of Importance to the State of Hawaii
(ALISH) Map and the Land Study Bureau's Overall Master Productivity Rating. Thus,
the reclassification of this 3-acre area from the Agricultural to the Urban designation will
not be detrimental to the reduction of this area from the agricultural land inventory in the
County. From a land use perspective, it is a more feasible alternative to infill urban
Pete Hoffmann, Chairman
and Members of the County Council
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development within this particular azea of Waimea. In doing so, it would alleviate the
conversion of more productive agricultural lands in more appropriate locations within the
Waimea area for urban type uses. Furthermore, an Urban classification would
complement the existing and future land use patterns of the surrounding properties in
view of the commercial uses already in existence proximate to the project area.
Based on the above, the approval of the State Land Use Boundary Amendment from the
Agricultural to the Urban District complements the State Land Use District Regulations
and County General Plan and is supportive of the Hawaii State Plan.
Chance of Zone
The applicant requests a Change of Zone from A-40a (3.137 acres) and ML-20
(.947 acres) to CV-7.5 for approximately 4.084 acres of land to construct an
approximately 16,800 square foot one to two-story medical office building. The applicant
is also requesting a State Land Use Boundary Amendment from Agricultural to Urban for
approximately 3.068 acres. Proposed uses include doctor's offices and space for other
health and wellness service organizations such as the Waimea Women's Center. The
project includes a minimum of 56 pazking stalls and landscaping. The new building is
expected to have 35 to 40 employees and daily patient traffic of 80 to 120 patients. Hours
of operation are expected to be from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, with
limited operation on Saturdays and Sundays.
In order to consider an azea for any type of zoning designation, the applicable
goals, policies and standards of the General Plan must be adequately addressed. It is only
through such a comprehensive policy analysis approach that evaluations and decisions
can be made to better time and stage developments to achieve growth determined by the
General Plan and related planning documents. The implications of these evaluations and
decisions must be also considered as they may have an impact on similar azeas in the
County.
The proposed request conforms to the goals, policies and standazds of the Land
Use (Commercial) and Economic Elements of the General Plan. The Land Use Pattern
Allocation Guide (LUPAG) Map component of the General Plan is a representation of the
document's goals and policies to guide the coordinated growth and development of the
County. It reflects a graphic depiction of the physical relationship among the various land
uses. The requested Village Commercial zoning is consistent with the LUPAG
designation for this azea of Waimea.
Pete Hoffinann, Chairman
and Members of the County Council
Page 5
Surrounding uses aze mostly commercial businesses and zoned RS-7.5 and CV-
7.5. The project site is located south of the North Hawaii Community Hospital, in close
proximity to the Parker Ranch Shopping Center. Lands to the east and south aze vacant
and zoned CV-7.5. The Pazker Ranch Shopping Center, located west of the site, is also
zoned CV-7.5. The North Hawaii Community Hospital is located north of the site and
zoned RS-7.5.
According to the applicant, the primary access to the project area will be from an
existing improved portion of Pukalani Road, and will take advantage of an existing
hospital driveway on TMK: 6-7-2: 53. The existing driveway currently provides
secondary access to the hospital (TMK: 6-7-2: 13) from Pukalani Road and has a
pavement width of 24 feet which widens to 30 feet plus a 4-foot median at the Pukalani
Road intersection. Pukalani Road, owned by Pazker Ranch, currently extends south from
Mamalahoa Highway for approximately 1,100 feet and provides primary access to
commercial establishments and secondary access to the hospital. According to the
applicant, Pazker Ranch has indicated that Pukalani Road will eventually be dedicated to
the County. The applicant has executed a grant of easement with Parker Ranch (recorded
November 29, 2006) for the use of the roadway (Appendix G).
According to the Department of Water Supply, County water is available from an
existing 12-inch waterline within Pukalani Road fronting the project site. Police and fire
services are located within''/z mile of the project site in the Waimea Civic Center
complex. All utilities aze available to the site. The request would complement a policy
of the General Plan in which "Commercial facilities shall be developed in azeas
adequately served by necessary services, such as water, utilities, sewers, and
transportation systems....."
There is no municipal sewer system in the azea. The existing sewer system,
including an offsite Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), is owned by Waimea
Wastewater Company. Although the WWTP is in the process of being expanded, it is
currently unable to accommodate any additional flow at this time. The expansion is
scheduled for completion in January, 2009. The applicant states that upon completion of
the expansion, there will be adequate capacity to provide service to the project. As a
condition of approval, the applicant will be required to dispose of wastewater into the
Waimea Wastewater Company sewer system.
Pete Hoffmann, Chairman
and Members of the County Council
Page 6
The Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) indicate that the azea is located in Zone
"X," areas determined to be outside of the 500-year flood plain. There aze no significant
drainage ways that adversely affect the project site. The applicant will be required to
comply with all applicable County guidelines for run-off that maybe generated by the
project.
The applicant has submitted a botanical study as well as an avifaunal and feral
mammal survey. Both studies concluded that the proposed project will have no
significant negative effects on botanical resources or native habitats. An archaeological
plan as well as a cultural impact assessment study was also included in the application.
The studies recommended that access to Koki Cemetery, located adjacent to the project
site on TMK: 6-7-2: 10, should be included in the design element of the proposed project.
The subject request is not contrary to Chapter 205A, Hawaii Revised Statutes,
relating to Coastal Zone Management. The property is not located in the Special
Management Area. The site is not proximate to the shoreline and therefore will not be
impacted by coastal hazard and beach erosion. There is no record of a designated public
access that traverses the project site. According to the applicant, no valued cultural,
historical or natural resources exist on the site and there is no evidence of any traditional
and customary Native Hawaiian rights being practiced on the site. Thus, it is not
anticipated that the proposed request will have any adverse impact on cultural or
historical resources in the area.
In view of the Hawaii State Supreme Court's "PASH" and "Ka Pa'akai O
Ka :4ina"decisions, the issue relative to native Hawaiian gathering and fishing rights
must be addressed in terms of the cultural, historical, and natural resources and the
associated traditional and customary practices of the site:
Investieation of valued resources: The following information was submitted with
the application for the Planning Commission's review:
• Archaeological Inventory Survey for the North Hawaii Community Hospital
Medical office Park, Puukapu and Waikoloa, South Kohala District, Island of
Hawaii, TMK (3) 6-7-002:20 and 6-7-002: 02 portion of 51 by Thomas Wolforth
dated February, 2007 (Appendix B)
• Cultural Impact Assessment for the North Hawaii Community Hospital Medical
Oj~ce Park, Puukapu and Waikoloa Ahupuaa, South Kohala District, Island of
Hawaii TMK: (3) 6-7-002: 20 and 6-7-002: O2 portion of SI by Thomas Wolforth
dated March, 2007 (Appendix C)
Pete Hoffmann, Chairman
and Members of the County Council
Page 7
• Botanical Survey, North Hawaii Community Hospital Project (TMKs: 6-7-02: 20
and portion of TMK 6-7-02: 51), by Palmer and Associates Consulting, January
2007 (Appendix D)
• Avifaunal and Feral Mammal Survey for TMK: 6-7-002: 20, portion of 51, North
Hawaii Community Hospital, Waimea, Island of Hawaii, by Phillip L. Bruner
dated January 10, 2007 (Appendix E)
The valuable cultural, historical, and natural resources found in the rezoning area:
An archaeological study, cultural impact assessment study, as well as flora/fauna studies
were conducted of the site and surrounding area. No endangered species of flora or
fauna, or significant historical sites were discovered in the project area. The
azchaeological and cultural study, however, recommended that access to Koki Cemetery
adjacent to the project site continue to be provided.
Possible adverse effect or impairment of valued resources: Established standards
and controls to manage potential negative effects should effectively limit and mitigate
foreseeable long-term impacts. Native plants could be destroyed by construction and
ground alteration. The property does not abut the shoreline, therefore Hawaiian gathering
and fishing rights is not an issue.
Based on the above findings, the request to reclassify the site from an A-40a and
ML-20 to a CV-7.5 zoned district would result in an appropriate land use pattern and
further benefit the general public.
For your favorable consideration, amendments to State Land Use Boundary Maps and Section
25-8-11 (Lalamilo-Puukapu Zone Map), of the County Zoning Code are transmitted.
Pete Hoffmann, Chairman
and Members of the County Council
Page 8
We are enclosing copies of the staff Background and Planning Director's Recommendation for
your information.
S~ c ,
William raham, Chairman
Planning Commission
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Enclosures
cc: Mr. Gene Yong
Mr. Stan Berry
Department of Public Works
Department of Water Supply
Planning Department -Kona
Department of Land & Natural Resources-HPD/Kona
DOT-Highways, Honolulu
State Land Use Commission
Lincoln Ashida, Esq., Corporation Counsel
RNHCHSLU.doc- 8/8/09
COUNTY OF HAWAII PLANNING DEPARTMENT
RECOMMENDATION
NORTH HAWAII COMMUHITY HOSPTTAL, LLC
STATE LAND USE BOUNDARY AMENDMENT APPLICATION (SLU 07-0000151
Upon careful review of the request, the Planning Director is recommending that a
favorable recommendation for the State Land Use Boundary Amendment be forwarded to the
County Council. Since this recommendation is made without the benefit of public testimony, the
Director reserves the right to modify and/or alter this position based upon additional information
presented at the public hearing. The favorable recommendation is based on the following
findings:
The approval of the reclassificatipn from the State Land Use Agricultural to
the Urban District for approximately 3.068 acres will not be violative of Section 205-
2, Chapter 205, Hawaii Revised Statutes, nor will it be inconsistent with the Land
Use Commission Rules, the County General Plan and the Hawau State Plan. The
applicant also requests a concurrent Change of Zone from A-40a (3.137 acres) and ML-
20 (.947 acres) to CV-7.5 for approximately 4.084 acres. Under the Land Use
Commission Rules, one of the standards for considering an azea for urban reclassification
states that ")n determining urban growth for the next ten years, or in amending the
boundary, land contiguous with existing urban azeas shall be given more consideration
than non-contiguous land, and particularly when indicated for future urban use on state or
county general plans." The property conforms to this standard as it is situated across
from an existing Urban-designated area to the west, and adjacent to urban-designated
property to the east and south. Located near the project site is the North Hawaii
Community Hospital and Pazker Ranch Shopping Center. The applicant's request to
designate 3.068 acres into the Urban District reflects the infilling of Agricultural lands
within this section of Waimea akeady bordering existing Urban-designated lands.
The reclassification action conforms to the goals, objectives and/or policies
articulated in the Hawaii State Plan by encouraging urban growth primarily to existing
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ATTACH: Calm. 701
Bills 183 and 184
(Note: Due to their large size, the State Land Use Boundary amendment
and rezoning applications are on file in the Clerk's Office.)
urban areas where adequate public facilities aze available. The reclassification action
also conforms to the goals, policies and standards of, among others, the Land Use
and Economic Elements of the General Plan. The LUPAG Map component of the
General Plan is a representation of the document's goals, policies, standazds and courses
of action. It is also a graphic depiction of the physical relationship between the various
land uses and establishes the basic urban and non-urban form for areas within the County.
The request conforms to the General Plan Land Use Pattern Allocation Guide (LUPAG)
Map, which designates this azea for Low Density Urban and Medium Density Urban.
The Low Density Urban designation includes residential uses, with ancillary community
and public uses and neighborhood and convenience-type commercial uses. The Medium
Density Urban designation allows village and neighborhood commercial and single
family and multiple family residential and related functions.
The Urban classification conforms to the standard that the development is
within reasonable proximity to centers of trading and employment and to basic
services such as schools, police and fire protection, transportation systems and
water. The property is situated south of the North Hawaii Community Hospital within
close proximity to shopping centers, theaters, protective services, essential utilities and
conforms with the Land Use Commission Rules which encourages urban developments
in close proximity to existing developments, services and facilities.
According to the applicant, the primary access to the project area will be from an
existing improved portion of Pukalani Road, and will take advantage of an existing
hospital driveway on TMK: 6-7-2: 53. The existing driveway currently provides
secondary access to the hospital (TMK: 6-7-2: 13) from Pukalani Road and has a
pavement width of 24 feet which widens to 30 feet plus a 4-foot median at the Pukalani
Road intersection. Pukalani Road, owned by Pazker Ranch, currently extends south from
the Mamalahoa Highway for approximately 1,100 feet and provides primary access to
commercial establishments and secondary access to the North Hawaii Community
Hospital. According to the applicant, Parker Ranch has indicated that Pukalani Road will
eventually be dedicated to the County. The applicant has executed a grant of easement
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with Pazker Ranch (recorded November 29, 2006) for the use of the roadway (Appendix
G).
There are no severe geological or topographical problems which cannot be
properly rectified or which would render the land unusable. The U. S. Federal
Emergency Management Agency Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) designates the
property as Zone "X", azeas outside of the 500-year flood plain. The property is located
approximately 10 miles east of the South Kohala shoreline and 8.5 miles southwest of the
Hamakua shoreline. All project generated runoff will be disposed of on-site, so as not to
impact surrounding properties. Thus, the reclassification meets with the standazd which
states that the lands included within the urban district "....shall be those with satisfactory
topography and drainage and reasonably free from the danger of floods, tsunami and
unstable soil conditions and other adverse environmental effects."
Urban Districts shall include lands characterized by "city-like"
concentrations of people, structures, streets, urban level of services and other
related land uses. Surrounding properties are mainly in commercial uses, with some
residential and agricultural uses to the south of the project site. Lands to the east and
south are vacant and zoned CV-7.5. The Parker Ranch Shopping Center, located west of
the site, is also zoned CV-7.5. The North Hawaii Community Hospital is located north of
the site and zoned RS-7.5. Thus, as urban uses already exist in the immediate area, the
urbanization of the project site will not contribute towards scattered urban development.
While the property is within the State Land Use Agricultural and County's
Agricultural (A-Sa) and Limited Industria120,000 square foot zoned district, it is
not currently being used for active agricultural purposes. The project site is
undeveloped pasture land and currently vacant. The properties aze unclassified by the
State Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Lands of Importance to the State of
Hawaii (ALISH) Map and the Land Study Buiesu's Overall Master Productivity Rating.
Thus, the reclassification of this 3-acre area from the Agricultural to the Urban
designation will not be detrimental to the reduction of this azea from the agricultural land
inventory in the County. From a land use perspective, it is a more feasible alternative to
infill urban development within this particulaz area of Waimea. In doing so, it would
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alleviate the conversion of more productive agricultural lands in more appropriate
locations within the Waimea area for urban type uses. Furthermore, an Urban
classification would complement the existing and future land use patterns of the
surrounding properties in view of the commercial uses already in existence proximate to
the project area.
Based on the above, the approval of the State Land Use Boundary Amendment from the
Agricultural to the Urban District complements the State Land Use District Regulations and
County General Plan and is supportive of the Hawaii State Plan.
The accompanying draft bill to amend the State Land Use Boundaries Map is provided
for your favorable consideration.
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COUNTY OF HAWAII STATE OF HAWAII
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BILL NO.
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE STATE LAND USE BOUNDARIES MAPS FOR THE
COUNTY OF HAWAII BY CHANGING THE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM THE
AGRICULTURAL TO THE URBAN DISTRICT AT PUUKAPU, SOUTH KOHALA,
HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY 6-7-002-020.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAII:
SECTION 1. The State Land Use Boundaries Maps for the County of Hawaii are
amended to change the district classification of property described hereinafter as follows:
The district classification of the following area situated at Puukapu, South Kohala,
Hawaii, shall be Urban:
Beginning at the Southwest corner of this parcel of land, the coordinates of said
point of bea nning referred to Government Survey Triangulation Station "WEST BASE"
being 1,957.95 feet North and 2,952.79 feet West, thence mm~ing by azimuths measured
clockwise from True South:
1. 151 ° 48' 122.73 feet along Deed: Hawaiian Homes
Commission to Richard Smart dated July 7,
1956 and recorded in Liber 3138, Page 426; _
2. 205° 48' 118.78 feet along the remainder of L.C. Aw. 4037
to A.D. Allen;
3. 205° 59' 30" 80.49 feet along the remainder of L.C. Aw. 4037
to A.D. Allen;
4. 248° 28' 11.54 feet along Deed: Hawaiian Homes
Commission to Richard Smart dated July 7,
1956 and recorded in Liber 3138, Page 426;
5. 250° 30' 280.25 feet along Deed: Hawaiian Homes
Commission to Richard Smart dated July 7,
1956 and recorded in Liber 3138, Page 426;
6. 339° 00' 427.26 feet along Deed: Hawaiian Homes
Commission to Richard Smart dated July 7,
1956 and recorded in Liber 3138, Page 426;
7. 79° 30' 164.40 feet along Deed: Hawaiian Homes
Commission to Richard Smart dated July 7,
1956 and recorded in Liber 3138, Page 426;
8. 151 ° 48' 113.00 feet along the remainder of L.C. Aw. 4037
to A.D. Allen;
9. 67° 50' 54.18 feet along the remainder of L.C. Aw. 4037
to A.D. Allen;
10. 79° 30' 195.05 feet along the remainder of L.C. Aw. 4037
to A.D. Allen to the point of beginning and
containing an area of 3.068 Acres.
All as shown on the map attached hereto, marked Exhibit "A" and by reference
made a part hereof.
SECTION 2. In the event that any portion of this ordinance is declared invalid, such
invalidity shall not affect the other parts of this ordinance.
SECTION 3. This ordinance shall take effect upon its approval.
INTRODUCED BY:
COUNCIL MEMBER, COUNTY OF HAWAII _
Hilo, Hawaii
Date of Introduction:
Date of 1st Reading:
Date of 2nd Reading:
Effective Date:
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AMENDMENT TO STATE LAND USE
BOUNDARIES MAPS
AMENDING THE STATE LAND USE BOUNDARIES MAPS FOR THE
COUNTY OF HAWAII, BY CHANGING THE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM
THE AGRICULTURAL TO THE URBAN DISTRICT
AT PUUKAPU, SOUTH KOHALA, HAWAII
PREPARED BY: PLANNING DEPARTMENT
COUNTY OF HAWAII
TMK: 6-7-002:Por. 020 Date: August 8, 2007
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AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING CODE
AMENDING SECTION 25-8-11 (LALAMILO-PUUKAPU ZONE MAP)
ARTICLE 8, CHAPTER 25 (ZONING CODE) OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE
1983 (2005 EDITION), BY CHANGING THE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION
FROM AGRICULTURAL 40 ACRES (A-40a) AND
LIMITED INDUSTRIAL 20,000 SQUARE FEET (ML-20)
TO VILLAGE COMMERCIAL 7,500 SQUARE FEET (CV-7.5)
AT WAIKOLOA, WAIMEA ,HAWAII
PREPARED BY: PLANNING DEPARTMENT
COUNTY OF HAWAII
MK: 6-7-002:020 and Por. 051 Date: August 8, 2007
EXHIBIT "A" (North Hawaii Community Hospital:1232)
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COUNTY OF HAWAII PLANNING DEPARTMENT
RECOMMENDATION
NORTH HAWAII COMMUNITY HOSPTTAL
CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION (REZ 07-0000681
Upon careful review of the request, the Planning Director recommends that a favorable
recommendation for a Change of Zone from Agricultural 40-acres (A-40a) and Limited
Industria120,000 square feet (ML-20) to Village Commercia17,500 square feet (CV-7.5) be
forwarded to the County Council. Since this recommendation is made without the benefit of
public testimony, the Director reserves the right to modify and/or alter this position based upon
additional information presented at the public hearing. This favorable recommendation is based
on the following findings:
The applicant requests a Change of Zone from A-40a (3.137 acres) and ML-20
(.947 acres) to CV-7.5 for approximately 4.084 acres of land to construct an
approximately 16,800 squae foot one to two-story medical office building. The
applicant is also requesting a State Land Use Boundary Amendment from Agricultural to
Urban for approximately 3.068 acres. Proposed uses include doctor's offices and space
for other health and wellness service organizations such as the Waimea Women's Center.
The project includes a minimum of 56 parking stalls and landscaping. The new building
is expected to have 35 to 40 employees and daily patient traffic of 80 to 120 patients.
Hours of operation are expected to be from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday,
with limited operation on Saturdays and Sundays.
In order to consider an azea for any type of zoning designation, the applicable
goals, policies and standards of the General Plan must be adequately addressed. It is only
through such a comprehensive policy analysis approach that evaluations and decisions
can be made to better time and stage developments to achieve growth determined by the
General Plan and related planning documents. The implications of these evaluations and
decisions must be also considered as they may have an impact on similaz azeas in the
County.
The proposed request conforms to the goals, policies and standazds of the Land
Use (Commercial) and Economic Elements of the General Plan. The Land Use Pattern
Allocation Guide (LUPAG) Map component of the General Plan is a representation of
the document's goals and policies to guide the coordinated growth and development of
the County. It reflects a graphic depiction of the physical relationship among the various
land uses. The requested Village Commercial zoning is consistent with the LUPAG
designation for this azea of Waimea.
Surrounding uses aze mostly commercial businesses and zoned RS-7.5 and CV-
7.5. The project site is located south of the North Hawaii Community Hospital, in close
proximity to the Pazker Ranch Shopping Center. Lands to the east and south are vacant
and zoned CV-7.5. The Pazker Ranch Shopping Center, located west of the site, is also
zoned CV-7.5. The North Hawaii Community Hospital is located north of the site and
zoned RS-7.5.
According to the applicant, the primary access to the project area will be from an
existing improved portion of Pukalani Road, and will take advantage of an existing
hospital driveway on TMK: 6-7-2: 53. The existing driveway currently provides
secondary access to the hospital (TMK: 6-7-2: 13) from Pukalani Road and has a
pavement width of 24 feet which widens to 30 feet plus a 4-foot median at the Pukalani
Road intersection. Pukalani Road, owned by Pazker Ranch, currently extends south from
Mamalahoa Highway for approximately 1,100 feet and provides primary access to
commercial establishments and secondary access to the hospital. According to the
applicant, Pazker Ranch has indicated that Pukalani Road will eventually be dedicated to
the County. The applicant has executed a grant of easement with Pazker Ranch
(recorded November 29, 2006) for the use of the roadway (Appendix G).
According to the Department of Water Supply, County water is available from an
existing 12-inch waterline within Pukalani Road fronting the project site. Police and fire
services aze located within'/z mile of the project site in the Waimea Civic Center
complex. All utilities are available to the site. The request would complement a policy
of the General Plan in which "Commercial facilities shall be developed in areas
adequately served by necessary services, such as water, utilities, sewers, and
transportation systems....."
There is no municipal sewer system in the area. The existing sewer system,
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including an offsite Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), is owned by Waimea
Wastewater Company. Although the WWTP is in the process of being expanded, it is
currently unable to accommodate any additional flow at this time. The expansion is
scheduled for completion in January, 2009. The applicant states that upon completion of
the expansion, there will be adequate capacity to provide service to the project. As a
condition of approval, the applicant will be required to dispose of wastewater into the
Waimea Wastewater Company sewer system.
The Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIltM) indicate that the area is located in Zone
"X," areas determined to be outside of the 500-year flood plain. There are no significant
drainage ways that adversely affect the project site. The applicant will be required to
comply with all applicable County guidelines for nm-off that maybe generated by the
project.
The applicam has submitted a botanical study as well as an avifaunal and feral
mammal survey. Both studies concluded that the proposed project will have no
significant negative effects on botanical resources or native habitats. An archaeological
plan as well as a cultural impact assessment study was also included in the application.
The studies recommended that access to Koki Cemetery, located adjacent to the project
site on TMK: 6-7-2: 10, should be included in the design element of the proposed project.
The suhject request is not contrary to Chapter 205A, Hawaii Revised
Statutes, relating to Coastal Zone Management. The property is not located in the
Special Management Area. The site is not proximate to the shoreline and therefore will
not be impacted by coastal hazard and beach erosion. There is no record of a designated
public access that traverses the project site. According to the applicant, no valued
cultural, historical or natural resources exist on the site and there is no evidence of any
traditional and customary Native Hawaiian rights being practiced on the site. Thus, it is
not anticipated that the proposed request will have any adverse impact on cultural or
historical resources in the azea.
In view of the Hawaii State Supreme Court's "PASH" and "Ka Pa'akai O
Ka'Aina"decisions, the issue relative to native Hawaiian gathering and fishing rights
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must be addressed in terms of the cultwal, historical, and natwal resources and the
associated traditional and customary practices of the site:
Investigation of valued resources: The following information was submitted with
the application for the Planning Commission's review:
• Archaeological Inventory Survey for the North Hawaii Community Hospital
Medical o,~ce Park, Puukapu and Waikoloa, South Kohala District, Island of
Hawaii, TiY1K (3) 6-7-002:20 and 6-7-002: 02 portion of Sl by Thomas Wolforth
dated February, 2007 (Appendix B)
• Cultural Impact Assessment for the North Hawaii Community Hospital Medical
Office Park, Puukapu and Waikoloa Ahupuaa, South Kohala District, Island of
Hawaii 711~IK• (3) 6-7-002: 20 and 6-7-002: 02 portion of 51 by Thomas Wolforth
dated March, 2007 (Appendix C)
• Botanical Survey, North Hawaii Community Hospital Project (Tips: 6-7-02: 20
and portion of TMK 6-7-02: 51), by Palmer and Associates Consulting, January
2007 (Appendix D)
• Avifaunal and Feral Mammal Survey for TMK: 6-7-002: 20, portion of 51, North
Hawaii Community Hospital, Waimea, Island of Hawaii, by Phillip L. Bruner
dated January 10, 2007 (Appendix E)
The valuable cultural historical. and natwal resowces found in the rezoning area:
An archaeological study, cultural impact assessment study, as well as flora/fauna
studies were conducted of the site and surrounding area. No endangered species of flora
or fauna, or significant historical sites were discovered in the project area. The
azchaeological and cultwal study, however, recommended that access to Koki Cemetery
adjacent to the project site continue to be provided.
Possible adverse effect or impairment of valued resowces: Established standazds
and controls to manage potential negative effects should effectively limit and mitigate
foreseeable long-term impacts. Native plants could be destroyed by construction and
ground alteration. The property does not abut the shoreline, therefore Hawaiian gathering
and fishing rights is not an issue.
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Based on the above findings, the request to reclassify the site from an A-40a and
ML-20 to a CV-7.5 caned district would result in an appropriate land use pattern and
further benefit the general public.
The accompanying draft bill to amend Section 25-8-I I (Lalamilo-Puukapu Zone Map),
Article 8, Chapter 25 (Zoning Code) is provided for your favorable consideration. Please note
the proposed conditions of approval attached to the draft bill.
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NORTH HAWAII COMMUNITY HOSPTI'AL
CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION (REZ 07-000068)
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
A. The applicant, successors or assigns shall be responsible for complying with all of
the stated conditions of approval.
B. Prior to the issuance of a water commitment by the Department of Water supply,
the applicant shall submit the anticipated maximum daily water usage calculations
as recommended by a registered engineer, and a water commitment deposit in
accordance with the "Water Commitment Guidelines Policy" to the Department
of Water Supply within 180 days from the effective date of this ordinance.
C. Construction of the proposed development shall be completed within five (5)
years from the effective date this ordinance. Prior to construction, the applicant,
successors or assigns shall secure Final Plan Approval for the proposed
development from the Planning Director in accordance with Section 25-2-70,
Chapter 25 (Zoning Code), Hawaii County Code. Plans shall identify all existing
and/or proposed structures, paved driveway access and pazking stalls associated
with the proposed development. Landscaping shall also be indicated on the plans
for the purpose of mitigating any adverse noise or visual impacts to adjacent
properties in accordance with the requirements of Planning Department's Rule
No. 17 (Landscaping Requirements) and Chapter 25 (Zoning Code), Hawau
County Code.
D. Access to the property from Pukalani Road shall meet with the approval of the
Department of Public Works.
E. The applicant shall provide the necessary street signs and markings on Pukalani
Road to provide a dedicated left turn lane opposing the existing turn lane
mazkings to the shopping center, meeting with the approval of the Department of
Public Works, Traffic Division. The left turn lane signs and markings shall be
installed prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.
F. Wastewater shall be disposed into the Waimea Wastewater Company sewer
system.
G. Perpetual access to Koki Cemetery (TMK: 6-7-2: 10) shall be provided through
the project site.
H. All development-generated runoff shall be disposed of on-site and shall not be
directed toward any adjacent properties.
I. A Solid Waste Management Plan shall be submitted to the Department of
Environmental Management for review and approval prior to the issuance of a
Certificate of Occupancy.
7. All earthwork activity shall conform to Chapter 10, Erosion and Sedimentation
Control, of the Hawaii County Code.
K. Should any remains of historic sites, such as rock walls, terraces, platforms,
marine shell concentrations or human burials be encountered, work in the
immediate area shall cease and the Department of Land and Natural Resources -
Historic Preservation Division (DLNR-HPD) shall be immediately notified.
Subsequent work shall proceed upon an archaeological cleazance from the DLNR-
HPD when it finds that sufficient mitigation measures have been taken.
L. If the applicant, successors or assigns develops residential units on the property,
the applicant shall make its fair share contribution to mitigate the potential
regional impacts of the property with respect to pazks and recreation, fire, police,
solid waste disposal facilities and roads. The fair share contribution shall become
due and payable prior to receipt of Final Plan Approval. The fair shaze
contribution for each lot shall be based on the acri~al number of residential units
developed. The fair share contribution in the form of cash, land, facilities or any
combination thereof shall be determined by the County Council. The fair share
contribution may be adjusted annually beginning three yeazs after the effective
date of this ordinance, based on the percentage change in the Honolulu Consumer
Price Index (RCPT). The fair share contribution shall have a maximum combined
value of $6,653.40 per multiple family residential unit ($10,368.57 per single
family residential unit). The total amount shall be determined with the actual
number of units according to the calculation and payment provisions set forth in
this condition. The fair share contribution per multiple family residential unit
(single family residential unit) shall be allocated as follows:
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1. $3,281.93 per multiple family residential unit ($4,999.91 per single family
residential unit) to the County to support park and recreational
improvements and facilities;
2. $103.73 per multiple family residential unit ($241.20 per single family
residential unit) to the County to support police facilities;
3. $319.07 per multiple family residential unit ($476.39 per single family
residential unit) to the County to support fire facilities;
4. $142.21 per multiple family residential unit ($208.57 per single family
residential unit) to the County to support solid waste facilities; and
5. $2,806.46 per multiple family residential unit ($4,442.50 per single family
residential unit) to the County to support road and traffic improvements.
In lieu of paying the fair share contribution, the applicant may contribute land
and/or construct improvements/facilities related to parks and recreation, fue,
police, solid waste disposal facilities and roads within the region impacted by the
proposed development, subject to the review and recommendation of the Planning
Director, upon consultation with the appropriate agencies and approval of the
County Council.
M. To ensure that the goals and policies of the Housing Element of the General Plan
aze implemented, if required, the applicant shall comply with the requiremems of
Chapter 11, Article 1, Hawaii County Code relating to Affordable Housing
Policy. This requirement shall be approved by the Administrator of the Office of
Housing and Community Development prior to Final Plan Approval.
N. Should the Council adopt a Unified Impact Fees Ordinance setting forth criteria
for imposition of exactions or the assessment of impact fees, conditions included
herein shall be credited towazds the requirements of the Unified Impact Fees
Ordinance.
O. The applicant shall comply with all applicable County, State and Federal laws,
rules, regulations and requirements.
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P. An initial extension of time for the performance of conditions within the
ordinance may be granted by the Planning Director upon the following
circumstances:
I. The non-performance is the result of conditions that could not have been
foreseen or are beyond the control of the applicant, successors or assigns,
and that aze not the result of their fault or negligence.
2. Granting of the time extension would not be contrary to the General Plan
or Zoning Code.
3. Granting of the time extension would not be contrary to the original
reasons for the granting of the change of zone.
4. The time extension grained shall be for a period not to exceed the period
originally granted for performance (i.e., a condition to be performed
within one yeaz may be extended for up to one additional yeaz).
5. If the applicant should require an additional extension of time, the
Planning Director shall submit the applicant's request to the County
Council for appropriate action.
Should any of the conditions not be met or substantially complied with in a timely
fashion, the Planning Director may initiate rezoning of the subject area to its
original or more appropriate designation.
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COUNTY OF HAWAII STATE OF HAWAII
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BILL NO.
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 25-8-11 (LALAMILO-PUUKAPU ZONE MAP),
ARTICLE 8, CHAPTER 2S (ZONING CODE) OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983
(2005 EDTI'ION), BY CHANGING THE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM
AGRICULTURAL 40-ACRES (A-40a) AND LIMITED INDUSTRIAL - 20,000 SQUARE
FEET (ML-20) TO VILLAGE COMMERCIAL - 7,500 SQUARE FEET (CV-7.5) AT
WAIKOLOA, WAIMEA, HAWAII, COVERED BY TAX MAP KEY 6-7-002:020 AND
PORTION 051.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAII:
SECTION 1. Section 25-8-11, Article 8, Chapter 2S (Zoning Code) of the Hawaii
County Code 1983 (2005 Edition), is amended to change the district classification of property
described hereinafter as follows:
The district classification of the following azea situated at Waikoloa, Waimea,
Hawaii, shall be Village Commercial - 7,500 squaze feet (CV-7.5):
PARCELI
Beginning at the West comer of this pazcel of land, the coordinates of said point
of beginning referred to Government Survey Triangulation Station "WEST BASE" being
2,011.55 feet North and 3,224.62 feet West, thence running by azimuths measured
clockwise from True South:
1. 220° 40' 229.70 feet along the remainder of R.P.
5671, L.C. Aw. 8521-B, Apana 1 to
G.D. Hueu;
2. 248° 28' 162.46 feet along R.P. 5671, L.C. Aw.
8521-B, Apana 1 to G.D. Hueu;
3. 2S° S9' 30" 80.49 feet along the remainder of L.C. Aw.
4037 to A.D. Allen;
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4. 25° 48' 305.78 feet along the remainder of L.C. Aw.
4037 to A.D. Allen and along Deed:
Hawaiian Homes Commission to
Richard Smart dated July 7, 1956
and recorded in Liber 3138, Page
426;
5. 130° 40' 174.62 feet along the remainder of R.P.
5671, L.C. Aw. 8521-B, Apana 1 to
G.D. Hueu to the point of beginning
and containing an Area of 0.947
Acre.
PARCEL 2
Beginning at the Southwest corner of this parcel of land, the coordinates of said
point of beginning referred to Govenunent Survey Triangulation Station "WEST BASE"
being 1,914.06 fezt North and 3,084.29 feet West, thence running by azimuths measured
clockwise from True South:
1. 205° 48' 287.67 feet along R.P. 5671, L.C. Aw. 8521-
B, Apana 1 to G.D. Hueu and the
remainder of L.C. Aw. 4037 to A.D.
Allen;
2. 205° 59' 30" 80.49 feet along the remainder of L.C. Aw.
4032 to A.D. Allen;
3. 248° 28' 11.54 feet along Deed: Hawaiian Homes _
Commission to Richard Smart dated
July 7, 1956 and recorded in Liber
3138, Page 426;
4. 250° 30' 280.25 feet along Deed: Hawaiian Homes
Commission to Richard Smart dated
July 7, 1956 and recorded in Liber
3138, Page 426;
5. 339° 00' 427.26 feet along Deed: Hawaiian Homes
Commission to Richard Smart dated
July 7, 1956 and recorded in Liber
3138, Page 426;
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6. 79° 30' 164.40 feet along Deed: Hawaiian Homes
Commission to Richard Smart dated
July 7, 1956 and recorded in Liber
3138, Page 426;
7. 151 ° 48' 113.00 feet along the remainder of L.C. Aw.
4037 to A.D. Allen;
8. 67° 50' 54.18 feet along the remainder of L.C. Aw.
4037 to A.D. Allen;
9. 79° 30' 195.05 feet along the remainder of L.C. Aw.
4037 to A.D. Allen;
10. 151° 48' 78.50 feet along Deed: Hawaiian Homes
Commission to Richard Smart dated
July 7, 1956 and recorded in Liber
3138, Page 426;
11. 39° 51' 30" 147.30 feet along the remainder of Deed:
Hawaiian Homes Commission to
Richard Smart dated July 7, 1956
and recorded in Liber 3138, Page
426 to the point of beginning and
containing an Area of 3.137 Acres.
All as shown on the map attached hereto, marked Exhibit "A" and by reference
made part hereof.
SECTION 2. hi accordance with Section 25-2-44, Hawaii County Code 1983 (2005
Edition), the County Council finds the following conditions are:
(1) Necessary to prevent circumstances which maybe adverse to the public
health, safety and welfare; or
(2) Reasonably conceived to fulfill needs directly emanating from the land use
proposed with respect to:
(A) Protection of the public from the potentially deleterious effects of
the proposed use, or
(B) Fulfillment of the need for public service demands created by the
proposed use.
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SEE ATTACHED CONDITIONS
SECTION 3. In the event that any portion of this ordinance is declared invalid, such
invalidity shall not affect the other parts of this ordinance.
SECTION 4. This ordinance shall take effect upon its approval.
INTRODUCED BY:
COUNCIL MEMBER, COUNTY OF HAWAII
Hawaii
Date of Introduction:
Date of 1st Reading:
Date of 2nd Reading: _
Effective Date:
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COUNTY OF HAWAII PLANNING DEPARTMENT
BACKGROUND REPORT
NORTH HAWAII COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
STATE LAND USE BOUNDARY AMENDMENT APPLICATION (SLU 07-000015)
CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION (REZ 07-0000681
The NORTH HAWAII COMMUNITY HOSPTTAL has submitted applications for a
State Land Use Boundary Amendment from Agricultural to Urban for approximately 3.068 acres
and a Change of Zone from Agricultura140-acres (A-40a) and Limited Industria120,000 square
feet (ML.-20) to Village Commercia17,500 square feet (CV-7.5) for approximately 4.084 acres of
land. The properties are located south of the North Hawaii Community Hospital along the north
side of Pukalani Road, Waikoloa, Waimea, South Kohala, Hawaii, TMK: 6-7-2: 20 and Por. 51.
PROPOSED ACTION
1. Request: State Land Use Boundary Amendment from Agricultural to Urban for
approximately 3.068 acres and a Change of Zone from A-40a (3.137 acres) and MI-r20
(.947 acres) to CV-7.5 for approximately 4.084 acres of land to wnstruct an
approximately 16,800 square foot one to two-story medical office building. The
proposed uses include doctor's offices and space for other health and wellness service
organizations such as the Waimea Women's Center. The project includes a minimum of
56 parking stalls and landscaping. The new building is expected to have 35 to 40
employees and daily patient traffic of 80 to 120 patients. Hours of operation are expected
to be from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, with limited operation on Saturdays
and Sundays. (Exhibit 1-State Land Use Boundary Amendment and Change of
Zone applications)
2. Cost/Schedule: Approximately $9,000,000 to $11,000,000, with projected completion in
2010.
3. Landowner: North Hawaii Community Hospital.
STATE AND COUNTY PLANS
4. State Land Use Designation: Agricultural.
5. GP LUPAG Map: The A-40a portion of the property is designated Low Density Urban
and the ML-20 portion is designated Medium Density Urban.
6. County Zoning: A-Sa and ML-20.
7. Community Development Plan: The South Kohala Community Development Plan is
currently being prepared, with anticipated completion in 2008.
8. Resolution 17-07: Resolution 17-07 temporarily delays Council action on rezoning
applications in the South Kohala district until the South Kohala Community
Development Plan is adopted by ordinance, or until January 5, 2008, whichever occurs
first. However, the Planning Department must process and recommend an appropriate
action on this request. In reviewing the application, the request conforms to the existing
land use pattern in the area.
9. Coastal Zone Management, HRS, Chapter 205A: The entire State of Hawaii lies
within the Coastal Zone Management Area.
10. Special Management Area (SMA): The Special Management Area is a part of the
Coastal Zone Management Program and regulated by the County. The property is not
situated within the Special Management Area.
DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTIES AND SURROUNDING AREA
11. Project Site: The project site is undeveloped pasture land and covered with kikuyu grass
and introduced weeds.
12. Surrounding Zoning/Land Uses: The area surrounding the property is in the State
Land Use Urban district. The project site is located south of the North Hawaii
Community Hospital, in close proximity to the Parker Ranch Shopping Center. Lands to
the east and south are vacant and zoned CV-7.5. The Pazker Ranch Shopping Center,
located west of the site, is also zoned CV-7.5. The North Hawaii Community Hospital is
located north of the site and zoned RS-7.5.
13. ALISH: Unclassified.
14. Land Study Bureau's Detailed Land Classification System: Unclassified.
15. U.S. Soil Survey: Kikoni (KfA), Palapalai and Punohu. These soils are very deep and
are from volcanic ash.
16. FIRM: Zone "X", azea determined to be outside the 500-year flood plain.
17. Flora/Fauna Resources: A botanical survey is included in the application as Appendix
D. The survey found no rare or endangered native plants and concluded that the
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proposed project will have no significant negative effects on botanical resources or native
habitats. An avifaunal and feral mammal survey is included as Appendix E in the
application. The survey recorded no native birds.
18. Archaeological Resources: The applicant has included an archaeological inventory
survey in the application (Appendix B). The study concluded that there are no significant
sites within the project area. However, it is recommended that access to Koki Cemetery,
located adjacent to the project site, be included in the design element of the proposed
project.
19. Cultural or Native Gathering Rights: According to the applicant, there are no
traditional and customary Native Hawaiian rights being practiced on the site. A cultural
impact assessment for the project is included in the application as Appendix C. The Koki
Cemetery is located adjacent to the south of the project site, separated from the area by a
wire fence. There aze 15 marked gravesites in this cemetery. Although the study
concluded that the project will have no negative impacts to cultural practices, access to
the cemetery should be included in the project design.
20. Public Access: None that traverses the property.
21. Traffic: The applicant has included a traffic assessment in the application (Appendix A).
The study found that traffic impact from the project would not be significant. The
application was submitted prior to the enactment of Ordinance No. 02 99 relating to
"concunency."
PUBLIC UTILITIES AND SERVICES
22. Access: According to the applicant, the primary access to the project azea will be from
an existing improved portion of Pukalani Road, and will take advantage of an existing
hospital driveway on TMK: 6-7-2: 53. The existing driveway currently provides
secondazy access to the hospital (TMK: 6-7-2: 13) from Pukalani Road and has a
pavement width of 24 feet which widens to 30 feet plus a 4-foot median at the Pukalani
Road intersection. Pukalani Road, owned by Parker Ranch, currently extends south from
Mamalahoa Highway for approximately 1,100 feet and provides primary access to
commercial establishments and secondazy access to the hospital. According to the
applicant, Parker Ranch has indicated that Pukalani Road will eventually be dedicated to
the County. The applicant has executed a grant of easement with Parker Ranch
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(recorded November 29, 2006) for the use of the roadway (Appendix G).
23. Water: County water is available to the project site from an existing 12-inch waterline
along Pukalani Road.
24. Wastewater: There is no municipal sewer system in the azea. The existing sewer
system, including an offsite Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), is owned by Waimea
Wastewater Company. Although the WWTP is in the process of being expanded, it is
currently unable to accommodate any additional flow at this time. The expansion is
scheduled for completion in January, 2009. The applicant states that upon completion of
the expansion, there will be adequate capacity to provide service to the project. The
applicant has included a letter dated Mazch 23, 2007 from the Waimea Wastewater
Company as Appendix F, regarding the request for sewer service.
25. Solid Waste: Solid waste generated by the project will be disposed of in the Puuanahulu
Landfill.
26. Essential Utilities and Services: All essential utilities are available to the project site.
Police and fire services are located within'/z mile of the project site in the Waimea Civic
Center wmplex.
27. Recreational Facilities: Waimea Park is located in close proximity to the project site.
AGENCIES' COMMENTS
28. Department of Public Works: Exhibit 2 -June 28, 2007 memo and August 7, 2007
applicant's response letter
29. Department of Water Supply: Exhibit 3 -July 9, 2007 memo and July 23, 2007
applicant's response letter
30. Police Department: Exhibit 4 -June 26, 2007 memo and July 23, 2007 applicant's
response letter
31. Fire Department: Exhibit 5 -June 18, 2007 memo and July 9, 2007 applicant's
response letter
32. Department of Environmental Management: Exhibit 6 -June 8, 2007 memo and
July 9, 2007 applicant's response letter
33. Department of Health: Exhibit 7 -June 20, 2007 memo and July 9, 2007 applicant's
response letter
34. State Land Use Commission: Exhibit 8 -July 2, 20071etter and July 23, 2007
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applicant's response letter
35. DLNR Land Division: Exhibit 9 -July 5, 20071etter and July 23, 2007 applicant's
response letter
36. Department of Transportation: Exhibit 10 -August 6, 2007 letter
AGENCIES AND ORGANIZATIONS - NO RESPONSES
37. Civil Defense Agency, Department of Land and Natural Resources Historic
Preservation Division, Waimea Community Association
PUBLIC COMMENTS
38. None as of this writing.
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State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (15 acres or less)
From Agriculture to Urban
TMK 6-7-002: portion of 020
3.068 acres
Petitioner :North Hawaii Community Hospital
Landowner :North Hawaii Community Hospital
Agent :Belt Collins Hawaii
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
ON SUBJECT REQUEST
Attach: Corm. 701
Bills 183 & 184
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STATE LAND USE BOUNDARY AMENDMENT APPLICATION
(15 ACRES OR LESS)
COUNTY OF HAWAII
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
(Type or legibly print the requested information)
PETITIONER: North Hawaii Co Hos ital
PETITIONER'S SIGNATURE: C~j DATE: ~ ~ ~
ADDRESS: 67-1125 Mamalahoa Hiehway
Kamuela. Hawaii 96743
PETITIONER'S INTEREST IF NOT OWNER: Owner
TELEPHONE:(Bus.) (8081881-4400 (Res.) (Fax) (8081881-4404
LANDOWNER(S): North Hawaii Comm i Hos ital
LANDOWNER SIGNATURE(S): DATE: ~ uw~7
(May be by letter)
ADDRESS: 67-1125 Mamalahoa Highway
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
TAX MAP KEY: TMK 6-7-002: Portion of 020
STREET ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: Pukulani Road
ZONING: Ae-40a SIZE OF PROPERTY: 3.063 acres
CURRENT STATE LAND USE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION: Aericulture
REQUESTED STATE LAND USE DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION: Urban
AGENT: Gene Yong
ADDRESS: Belt Collins Hawaii Ltd.
2153 North Kine Street Suite 200
Honolulu HI 96819
TELEPHONE:(Bus.) (808) 521-5361 (Res.) (Fax) (8081 538-7819
Please indicate to whom original correspondence and copies should be sent.
ORIGINAL: Agent COPIES: Applicant /Landowner
(See Instructions on Reverse Side) EXHIBIT
Background Information on Subject Request
A. Detailed written description of the proposed request and a statement
of objectives and reason for the request.
Project Description
On behalf of North Hawaii Community Hospital ("Landowner" and "Pefitioner",
NHCH), Belt Collins Hawaii ("Agent") is requesting a State Land Use Boundary
Amendment for an undeveloped 3.068-acre site in Waimea in the South Kohala District
on the island of Hawaii. The site is situated on a portion of TMK 6-7-002: 20. Figures A
and B attached provide anisland-wide Location and TMK map showing the subject
project azea.
This application proposes to change 3.068 acres from the State's Agriculture Land Use
District to the Urban Land Use District. Figures C and D attached depict the existing and
proposed State Land Use Districts for the project azea.
With regazds to the Hawaii County General Plan and based on its Land Use Pattern
Allocation Guide (LUPAG) map, the subject azea has been identified for future Low
Density Urban and Medium Density Urban uses. The attached Figure E depicts the
General Plan's LUPAG map for the subject azea.
The site is a portion of TMK 6-7-002:20, which fronts onto Pukulani Road. This site is
contiguous with other lands owned by NHCH, and is situated to the south of the existing
hospital (TMK 6-7-02:13). It is in close proximity to Mamalahoa Highway (connected
byway of Pukulani Road) and the Pazker Ranch Shopping Center.
The project area is undeveloped and is proposed for the development of an approximate
16,800 sf medical office building, which would include doctors' offices and space for
other health and wellness service organizations, such as the Waimea Women's Center.
Development would be concentrated in areas closest to Pukulani Road. Access to the
project area would be from an existing 24' wide paved driveway that presently leads from
Pukulani Road to the existing NHCH hospital. Pukulani Road is a private road lot owned
by Parker Ranch, and on which NHCH has access rights (a record of the easement
agreements granting NHCH rights to Pukulani Road were attached in Appendix G of the
Background and County Environrnental Report from the eazlier Change of Zone
Application submitted on May 15, 2007 by Belt Collins Hawaii for NHCH). The
attached Figure F depicts a preliminary site plan of the proposed project.
Statement of Obiectives and Reasons for Request
NHCH is proceeding with this State Land Use Boundary Amendment application to
allow for the development of a medical office building, in areas where basic
infrastructure is available and easily accessible, including roads and driveways.
This application coincides with a concurrent application to Hawaii County for a Change
of Zone Application for TMK 6-7-02: 20 &por 51, totaling 4.084-acres. This Change of
Zone application, submitted on May 15, 2007, proposes to rezone 0.947-acres of Limited
Industrial (ML-20) land and 3.137-acres of Agriculturally zoned (A-40a) land to the
County Village-Commercial (CV-7.5) zoning districts.
The 3.068-acre area that is the subject of this State Land Use Boundary Amendment
application represents a portion of the County agriculturally-zoned lands. The balance of
these lands are already in the State's Urban Land Use District.
Both of these applications would bring their respective areas into conformance with the
State Land Use Districts and County Zoning Districts for the surrounding area.
Items (B) through (L) requested as part of the background information
for the application are as submitted with the Background and County
Environmental Report attached to the May 15, 2007 Change of Zone
Application for TMK 6-7-2: 20 &por 51.
These items include: (B) descriptions; (C) State/County Plans; (D) surrounding zoning
and land uses; (E) FIRM designation; (F) Archaeological Resources; (G) Floral and
Faunal Resources; (H) Valued Cultural Resources; (I) Public Access; (J) Description of
Accesses; (K) Traffic Impacts-Assessments; and (L) Availability of Utilities.
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State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (15 acres or less)
From Agriculture to Urban
TMK 6-7-002: portion of 020
3.068 acres
Petitioner :North Hawaii Community Hospital
Landowner :North Hawaii Community Hospital
Agent :Belt Collins Hawaii
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STANDARDS OF REVIEW
STANDARDS OF REVIEW
Table of Contents
Chapter 205 & 205A 1
State Land Use Law, Chapter 205, Hawaii Revised Statutes 1
HRS §205-17 Land Use Commission Decision-Making Criteria 1
HAR § 15-15-77 Decision-Making Criteria for Boundary Amendments 3
Hawaii State Plan, Chapter 226, Hawaii Revised Statutes. 7
Hawaii State Functional Plans 17
HRS §205A-2 Coastal Zone Management Program 22
County of Hawaii General Plan 27
County of Hawaii General Plan 27
West Hawaii Regional Plan 35
Applicable District Standards 37
HAR § I5-15-18 Standards for determining "U" urban district boundaries . 37
STANDARDS OF REVIEW
Chapter 205 & 205A, Hawaii Revised Statutes
A. How the granting of this request would promote the effectiveness and objectives of
Chapter 205, Hawaii Revised Statutes, as amended. Include discussion on how the
proposed use is not contrary to Chapter 205A, Coastal Zone Management (existing
public access, scenic or open space resources, coastal view planes and coastal
ecosystems),
STATE LAND USE LAW, CHAPTER 205, HAWAII REVISED
STATUTES
The State Land Use Law (Chapter 205, HRS), establishes the State Land Use
Commission (LUC) and gives this body the authority to designate all lands in the State
into one of the four districts: Urban, Rural, Agricultural, or Conservation.
A 3.068-acre portion of the proposed project site is within the State Agricultural District
~ (see Figure B). A State Land Use Boundary Amendment is being sought to change this
portion of the project site from the Agricultural District to the Urban District.
Decision making criteria to be used in the review of petitions for reclassification of
l district boundaries is found in Section 205-17, HRS, and Section IS-IS-17, Hawaii
Administrative Rules (HAR). In addition, standards for determining the Urban district
are contained in Section IS-IS-18, HAR.
The following is an analysis of how the proposed project conforms to these criteria and
standards.
HRS §205-17 LAND USE DECISION-MAKING CRITERIA. In its review of
any petition for reclassification of district boundaries pursuant to this chapter, the
commission shall specifically consider the following:
(1) The extent to which the proposed reclassification conforms to the applicable goals,
objectives, and policies of the Hawaii state plan and relates to the applicable priority
guidelines of the Hawaii state plan and the adopted functional plans;
¦ The proposed project conforms to the goals, objectives, and policies of the Hawaii
State Plan and functional plans, as discussed later in this document.
Chapter 205 & 205A, HRS 1
Standazds of Review
Belt Collins Hawaii for North Hawaii Community Hospital
State Land Use Boundazy Amendment (15 acres or less)
(2) The extent to which the proposed reclassification conforms to the applicable district
standards;
The proposed project conforms to the applicable district standards, as defined in
§15-15-18, Hawaii Administrative Rules (HAR), Standards for determining
Urban district boundaries and as discussed later in this document.
(3) The impact of the proposed reclassification on the following nreas of state concern:
(A) Preservation or maintenance of important natural systems or habitats;
The project site is neither a known habitat for threatened or endangered
plant species, nor is it a known habitat for threatened or endangered
species of birds or mammals.
• These are discussed under the Natural Resources section (pg. 12) of the
Background and County Environmental Report, submitted on May 15,
2007 in conjunction with a Change of Zone Application for the same
project area. Botanical and Avifauna] and Feral Mammal Surveys are
included in the Background and County Environmental Report and were
attached in Appendix D and Appendix E, respectively.
(B) Maintenance of valued cultural, historical, or natural resources;
¦ No significant archaeological resources have been identified on the project
site.
¦ No Traditional Cultural Properties or cultural practices have been
identified on the project site.
¦ No historic sites have been identified on the project site.
• These are discussed under the Historic Resources (pg. 10) and the Valued
Cultural Resources sections (pg. 13) of the Background and County
Environmental Report, submitted on May 15, 2007 in conjunction with a
Change of Zone Application for the same project area. An Archaeological
Inventory Survey and Cultural Impact Assessment are included in the
Background and County Environmental Report and were attached as
Appendix B and Appendix C, respectively.
(C) Maintenance of other natural resources relevant to Hawaii's economy,
including agricultural resources;
¦ The proposed project is not expected to impact other natural resources
relevant to Hawaii's economy, including agricultural resources, as project
site is not currently or previously used for active agriculture cultivation.
The site is not situated within any areas of agricultural importance per the
Agricultural Lands of Importance in the State of Hawaii map (ALISH).
The ALISH map designates the site as "built up". The site is an
agriculturally-zoned remnant within the middle of a larger area that is
proposed for future development, as evidenced by the prevailing State
Chapter 205 & 205A, HRS 2
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State Land Use Boundary Amendment {15 acres or less)
Urban Land Use District and County Village Commercial zoning of lands
surrounding the project site.
(D) Commitment of state funds and resources;
¦ The proposed project does no[ require any commitment of State funds and
resources.
(E) Provision for employment opportunities and economic development; and
¦ NHCH has identified a shortage of suitable medical office space in the
Waimea area for doctors' offices. To allow for the continued growth of
I~ medical services and to attract doctors to this rural region, the proposed
project would make space available for doctor's offices, and other health
and wellness services, such as the Waimea Women's Center (currently
situated 1 mile from the project site and proposed to be relocated to the
NHCH campus, and possibly within the project azea). This would allow
continued employment opportunities for doctors, health and wellness
service providers, and related supporting administrative and technical
staff.
(F) Provision for housing opportunities for all income groups, particularly the
low, low-moderate, and gap groups;
• While the proposed project does not specifically propose additional
housing, the project will provide additional opportunities to improve
access to medical services for surrounding residential communities.
1 (4) The representations and commitments made by the petitioner in securing a boundary
change;
• NHCH is seeking the proposed action in order to bring this remnant area into
conformance with [he prevailing State Land Use and County Zoning for the area,
f and to allow development to proceed in areas of available infrastructure and in
l close proximity to existing hospital services.
HAR §IS-15-77 DECISION-MAKING CRITERIA FOR BOUNDARY
AMENDMENTS
(a) The commission shall not approve an amendment of a land use district boundary
unless the commission finds upon the clear preponderance of the evidence that the
proposed boundary amendment is reasonable, not violative of section 205-2, HRS, and
consistent with the policies and criteria established pursuant to sections 205-16, 205-17,
and 205A-2, HRS.
i (b) In its review of any petition for reclassification of district boundaries pursuant to this
~ chapter, the commission shall specifically consider the following:
(1) The extent to which the proposed reclassification conforms to the applicable
goals, objectives, and policies of the Hawaii state plan and relates to the
Chapter 205 & 205A, HRS 3
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State Land Use Boundazy Amendment (15 acres or less)
applicable priority guidelines of the Hawaii state plan and the adopted functional
plans;
The proposed project conforms to the goals, objectives, and policies of the
Hawaii State Plan and Functional Plans, as discussed later in this
document.
(2) The extent to which the proposed reclassification conforms to the applicable
district standards;
¦ The proposed project conforms to the applicable district standards, as
defined in §15-15-18, Hawaii Administrative Rules (HAR), Standards for
determining Urban district boundaries and as discussed later in this
document.
(3) The impact of the proposed reclassification on the following areas of state
concern:
(A) Preservation or maintenance of important natural systems or habitats;
The project site is neither a known habitat for threatened or endangered
plant species nor is it a known habitat for threatened or endangered
species of birds or mammals.
• These aze discussed under the Natural Resources section (pg. 12) of the
Background and County Environmental Report, submitted on May 15,
2007 in conjunction with a Change of Zone Application for the same
project area. Botanical and Avifaunal and Feral Mammal Surveys are
included in the Background and County Environmental Report and were
attached as Appendix D and Appendix E, respectively.
(B) Maintenance of valued cultural, historical, or natural resources;
No significant archaeological resources have been identified on the
project site.
¦ No Traditional Cultural Properties or cultural practices have been
identified on the project site.
No historic sites have been identified on the project site.
These are discussed under the Historic Resources section (pg. 10) and the
Valued Cultural Resources section (pg. 13) of the Background and
County Environmental Report, submitted on May 15, 2007 in
conjunction with a Change of Zone Application for the same project
azea. An Archaeological Inventory Survey and Cultural Impact
Assessment are included in the Background and County Environmental
Report and were attached as Appendix B and Appendix C, respectively.
{C) Maintenance of other natural resources relevant to Hawaii's economy
including, but not limited to agricultural resources;
The proposed project is not expected to impact other natural resources
relevant to Hawaii's economy, including agricultural resources, as it is
not a property currently or previously used for active agriculture
Chapter 205 & 205A, HRS 4
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State Land Use Boundazy Amendment (15 acres or less)
cultivation, and is not situated within any areas designated as important
agricultural lands per the Agricultural Lands of Importance in the State
of Hawaii map (ALISH). The ALISH map designates the site as "built
up". The site is an agriculturally-zoned remnant within the middle of a
larger area that is proposed for future development, as evidenced by the
prevailing State Urban Land Use District and County Village
Commercial zoning of lands surrounding the project site.
(D) Commitment of state funds and resources;
• The proposed project does not require any commitment of State funds
and resources.
(E) Provision for employment opportunities and economic development; and
• NHCH has identified a shortage of suitable medical office space in the
Waimea azea for doctors' offices. To allow for the continued growth of
medical services and to attract doctors to this rural region, the proposed
project would make space available for doctor's offices, and other health
and wellness services, such as the Waimea Women's Center (currently
situated 1 mile from the project site and proposed to be relocated to the
NHCH campus, and possibly within the project azea). This would allow
continued employment opportunities for doctors, health and wellness
service providers, and related supporting administrative and technical
1 staff.
(F) Provision for housing opportunities for all income groups, particularly the
low, low-moderate, and gap groups;
• While the proposed project does not specifically propose additional
housing, the project will provide additional opportunities to improve
access to medical services for surrounding residential communities.
(4) In establishing the boundaries of the districts in each county, the commission
shall give consideration to the general plan of the county in which the land is
located;
• The proposed project is consistent with the Hawaii County Genera] Plan
as discussed later in this document. The County's General Plan Land Use
Pattern Allocation Guide (LUPAG) Map designates a majority of the
project area as being within the Low Density Urban zone, with portions of
the site closest to Pukulani Road designated for Medium Density Urban.
• Desired uses within the Low Density Urban azea include "residential, with
ancillazy community and public uses, and neighborhood and convenience-
'i type commercial uses", while Medium Density Urban includes "village
and neighborhood commercial"-type uses.
(5) The representations and commitments made by the petitioner in securing a
boundary change, including a finding that the petitioner has the necessary
economic ability to carry out the representations and commitments relating to the
proposed use or development; and
Chapter 205 & 205A, HRS 5
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State Land Use Boundary Amendment (15 acres or less)
¦ NHCH relies heavily on outside sources of funding for development,
including, but not limited to, gifts, grants, third party development
agreements, debt/bond financing, etc. NHCH is in the process of securing
funds and development agreements to proceed with the project. NHCH's
operating revenues typically only generate sufficient income to cover
operating costs, including costs to maintain its facilities.
¦ NHCH is motivated to pursue the boundary amendment application for the
project area as it represents available lands that are directly accessible to
available infrastructure, including roads, driveways, and utilities, and thus,
most ready for development.
(6) Lands in intensive agricultural use for two years prior to date of filing of a
petition or lands with a high capacity for intensive agricultural use shall not be
taken out of the agricultural district unless the commission finds either that the
action:
(A) Will not substantially impair actual or potential agricultural production in
the vicinity of the subject property or in the county or State; or
(B) Is reasonably necessary for urban growth.
• The project area has neither been used for intensive agricultural use for
the two years prior to the Filing of this petition nor has it been identified
as important Ag lands.
• The project azea is reasonably necessary for urban growth as it is a
remnant azea in the middle of a large area of Waimea approved for future
urban development, and in areas where infrastructure exists to support
development.
(c) Amendments of a land use district boundary in conservation districts involving land
areas fifteen acres or less shall be determined by the commission pursuant to this
subsection and section 205-3.1, HRS.
¦ The project area is not within the conservation district.
(d) Amendments of land use district boundary in other than conservation districts
involving land areas fifteen acres or less shall be determined by the appropriate county
land use decision-making authority for the district.
• The area proposed within the subject State Land Use Boundary Amendment
application is 3.068 acres and is being submitted to Hawaii County for approval.
(e) Amendments of a land use district boundary involving land areas greater than fifteen
acres shall be determined by the commission, pursuant to this subsection and section
205-3.1, HRS.
• Not applicable.
Chapter 205 & 205A, HRS 6
Standards of Review
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State Land Use Boundazy Amendment (15 acres or less)
HAWAII STATE PLAN, CHAPTER 226, HAWAII REVISED
STATUTES
The Hawaii State Plan (Chapter 226, HRS) establishes a set of goals, objectives, and
policies that serve as long-range guidelines for the growth and development of the State.
The Plan is divided into three parts: Part I (Overall Theme, Goals, Objectives, and
Policies); Part II (Planning, Coordination, and Implementation); and Part ]II (Priority
Guidelines. The sections of the Hawaii State Plan directly applicable to the proposed
project, along with a discussion of how the proposed project conforms to the State Plan
are included below:
PART I Overall Theme, Goals, Objectives, and Policies
§226-4 State Goals
(1) A strong, viable economy, characterized by stability, diversity, and growth,
that enables the fulfillment of the needs and expectations of Hawaii's present and
future generations.
• The proposed boundary amendment would facilitate NHCH's proposed
development of a medical office building, and possibly a more permanent
home for the Waimea Women's Center, thus increasing employment
opportunities for North Hawaii residents. By continuing to grow medical
services in the area, the proposed project would further develop the health
and wellness industry in the region, and further diversify the economic
base for the island of Hawaii. Growth of medical services and the health
and wellness industry would complement other economic activities in
Waimea and the South Kohala district including tourism, services,
agriculture, cattle ranching, public and private educational institutions, and
scientific research (associated with observatories located on Mauna Kea).
(2) A desired physical environment, characterized by beauty, cleanliness, quiet,
stable natural systems, and uniqueness, that enhances the mental and physical
well-being of the people.
• In its planning for its lands, NHCH is committed to maintaining the rural
character of Waimea, by developing low-density one- and two-story
structures along available roads, maintaining open space/pastures and
existing vegetation in interior portions of its lands, and ensuring views to
the Kohala Mountains and to Mauna Kea from within its campus.
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(3) Physical, social, and economic well-being, for individuals and families in
Hawaii, that nourishes a sense of community responsibility, of caring, and of
participation in community life.
• The proposed project would provide additional medical services to the
growing residential communities in Waimea and the South Kohala region,
thereby supporting the physical and social well-being of individuals and
families within the community. The project is a critical initiative on the
part of NHCH to continue attracting qualified doctors to work and live in
the Waimea area.
• The vision statement for NHCH, and by extension its motivation to
proceed with the medical office building/Waimea Women's Center
project, focuses on treating "...the whole individual-body, mind and spirit-
through ateam approach to patient-centered care, and ultimately to
become the most healing hospital in the world."
• The mission of NHCH, and by extension its motivation to proceed with
the medical office building/Waimea Women's Center project, focuses on
improving the "health status of the people of North Hawaii by improving
access to care and providing high quality services at a reasonable cost"
Specific objectives, policies, and priority directions of the State Plan most relevant to the
project are listed and discussed below.
§226-5 Objective and Policies for Population
Objectives
It shall be the objective in planning for the State's population to guide population
growth to be consistent with the achievement of physical, economic, and social
objectives contained in this chapter.
Policies
(1) Manage population growth statewide in a manner that provides increased
opportunities for Hawaii's people to pursue their physical, social, and economic
aspirations while recognizing the unique needs of each county.
(2) Encourage an increase in economic activities and employment opportunities
on the neighbor islands consistent with community needs and desires.
(3) Promote increased opportunities for Hawaii's people to pursue their socio-
economic aspirations throughout the islands.
• The proposed medical office building project is intended to allow NHCH
to grow available medical services to support the continued growth of
Waimea, and to better recruit and retain doctors' in the Waimea area.
NHCH has identified a shortage of suitable medical office space as a
significant disincentive for new doctors to practice in the Waimea area.
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• The South Kohala region is anticipating significant population growth,
with the population expected to increase from 13,131 as of the 2000
census, to over 24,400 by 2020.
¦ Waimea is one of two primary population centers in the South Kohala
District (the other being Waikoloa).
In the 1990's, Parker Ranch received land use approvals for expansion of
the Waimea Town Center area, including upwards of 220 acres for future
single family and multi-family uses, ultimately yielding upwazds of an
estimated 580 new residential units. Within this future expansion area,
recent residential developments include the 44-unit Holoholo Ku
residential development on commercially zoned land, and an initial
increment of 49-unit single family residential units at Lualei by Schuler
Homes. These residential projects have been oriented to the primary
market.
§226-6 Objectives and Policies for the Economy - in General
Objectives
(1) Increased and diversified employment opportunities to achieve full
employment, increased income and job choice, and improved living standards for
Hawaii's people.
(2) A steadily growing and diversified economic base that is not overly dependent
1 on a few industries, and includes the development and expansion of industries on
the neighbor islands.
Policies
(6) Strive to achieve a level of construction activity responsive to, and consistent
with, state growth objectives.
(9) Foster greater cooperation and coordination between the government and
private sectors in developing Hawaii's employment and economic growth
opportanities.
(13) Encourage businesses that have favorable financial multiplier effects within
Hawaii's economy.
(14) Promote and protect intangible resources in Hawaii, such as scenic beauty
and the aloha spirit, which are vital to a healthy economy.
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The proposed project is intended to house doctor's offices and other health
and wellness service organizations, such the Waimea Women's Center.
• The proposed project would generate a vaziety of employment
opportunities for doctors, health and wellness providers, and various levels
I, of general and technically-oriented support staff, thus generating a
I diversity of employment opportunities available to the local population.
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¦ The proposed project would benefit from being co-located near the
existing NHCH hospital and its supporting services (e.g., MRI, X-rays,
labs, etc.), as well as nearby services at Parker Ranch Shopping Center
(e.g., pharmacy, markets, offices, banks, post offices, etc.).
• The proposed growth in health and wellness services complements other
economic activities in the Waimea and South Kohala region, including
tourism, services, agriculture, cattle ranching, public and private
educational institutions, and scientific research (associated with
observatories located on Mauna Kea).
§226-I1 Objectives and Policies for the Physical Environment -Land-based,
Shoreline, and Marine Resources.
Objectives
(1) Prudent use of Hawaii's land-based, shoreline, and marine resources.
(2) Effective protection of Hawaii's unique and fragile environmental resources.
Policies
(3) Take into account the physical attributes of areas when planning and
designing activities and facilities.
(8) Pursue compatible relationships among activities, facilities, and natural
resources.
(9) Promote increased accessibility and prudent use of inland and shoreline areas
for public recreational, educational, and scientific purposes.
• NHCH identified the project site as an ideal area for future development as
it is relatively flat, accessible to nearby roads, driveways and utilities, is
not situated in any sensitive azeas of known archaeology, flora, faunal, or
cultural resources, and does not impact views of Mauna Kea from the
existing NHCH hospital.
• The proposed project would allow NHCH to maintain the rural character
of the project area by allowing it to maintain open space and natural
vegetation in adjoining areas to the north of the project area and to the east
of the existing hospital, and is suitable for low density development.
• The proposed project is strategically situated within the Waimea Town
Center area, and is directly accessible to surrounding commercial
development, thus encouraging multi-destination trips within the town
center area without necessarily loading onto Mamalahoa Highway. It will
not contribute to sprawl or extend development beyond available existing
infrastructure.
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• It increases accessibility to health and wellness services as it will be
located at the center of Waimea Town Center, between existing
commercial and residential areas to the west of the site, and future
residential and commercial development to the east.
§226-12 Objectives and Policies for the Physical Environment -Scenic, Natural
Beauty, and Historic Resources
Objectives
(a) Planning for the State's physical environment shall be directed towards
achievement of the objective of enhancement of Hawaii's scenic assets, natural
beauty, and multi-cultural/historical resources.
Policies
(5) Encourage the design of developments and activities [hat complement the
natural beauty of the islands.
• NHCH recognizes the attractiveness and value of the prevailing rural
f ranching character of Waimea, and the region's connection to the rich
ranching history associated with Parker Ranch.
( NHCH recognizes the value of the surrounding rural and natural
environment as part of its healing environment, as reflected in the original
1 design of the hospital (i.e., internal corridors terminating in landscaped
vistas, patient rooms open to surrounding gardens and with views to
distant mountains, skylights in surgical suites, etc.) and in its Mission,
f Values, Quality, Values statement of which its Quality statement reads
f "Quality is providing excellent, cost-effective patient care within a total
healing environment".
¦ In its planning for its lands, NHCH places great emphasis on maintaining
much of this rural character of its campus by developing low density
structures, and maintaining open space, natural vegetation and views to
~ surrounding mountains.
§226-13 Objectives and policies for the physical environment--land, air, and water
quality.
Objectives
(1) Maintenance and pursuit of improved quality in Hawaii's land, air, and water
resources.
Policies
(3) Promote effective measures to achieve desired quality in Hawaii's surface,
ground, and coastal waters.
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(6) Encourage design and construction practices that enhance the physical
qualities of Hawaii's communities.
(7) Encourage urban developments in close proximity to existing services and
facilities.
• The proposed project is in close proximity to Parker Ranch Shopping
Center, which is located directly across Pukulani Road, and North Hawaii
Community Hospital, which is connected to the project area via an internal
24' wide paved driveway.
• The proposed project will utilize drywells and catch basins to collect and
retain storm water on-site, and wastewater will be discharged to an offsite
Wastewater Treatment Plant owned by the Waimea Wastewater Company.
§226-16 Objectives and Policies for Facility Systems -Water
Objective
(a) Planning for the State's facility systems with regard to water shall be directed
towards achievement of the objective of the provision of water to adequately
accommodate domestic, agricultural, commercial, industrial, recreational, and
other needs within resource capacities.
Policies
(1) Coordinate development of land use activities with existing and potential
water supply.
• The proposed project is directly accessible to existing water infrastructure
and early consultations with DWS indicate that existing sources and
storage will be sufficient to support the proposed project.
§226-17 Objectives and Policies for Facility Systems -Transportation
Objective
(1) An integrated multi-modal transportation system that services statewide needs
and promotes the efficient, economical, safe, and convenient movement of people
and goods.
• Co-locating the proposed project near the existing NHCH hospital and in
close proximity to the Parker Ranch Shopping Center on relatively flat
terrain will allow employees and visitors options to walk and bike between
various services and destinations in the town center area,
• Clustering the medical office building with other services offered by the
hospital and neazby commercial centers, will make public transportation
more feasible and attractive in the future as it locates additional health and
wellness services within a walkable radius (1/4 mile) of the existing
commercial town center area.
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§226-20 Objectives and policies for socio-cultural advancement--health.
Objectives
(1) Fulfillment of basic individual health needs of the general public.
(2) Maintenance of sanitary and environmentally healthful conditions in Hawaii's
communities.
Policies
` (1) Provide adequate and accessible services and facilities for prevention and
treatment of physical and mental health problems, including substance abuse.
(2) Encourage improved cooperation among public and private sectors in the
provision of health care to accommodate the total health needs of individuals
throughout the State.
(4) Foster an awareness of the need for personal health maintenance and
preventive health care through education and other measures.
¦ The proposed project will increase available medical services to the
surrounding community, thus increasing the accessibility of these services
to individuals and families in the community.
• The proposed project will allow NHCH, doctors, and service providers to
offer a broader range of services to address the various health and wellness
needs of the community.
( §226-25 Objective and policies for socio-cultural advancement--culture.
Objectives
(a) Planning for the State's socio-cultural advancement with regard to culture
~ shall be directed toward the achievement of the objective of enhancement of
~ cultural identities, traditions, values, customs, and arts of Hawaii's people.
i Policies
~ (1) Foster increased knowledge and understanding of Hawaii's ethnic and
i cultural heritages and the history of Hawaii.
(2) Support activities and conditions that promote cultural values, customs, and
arts that enrich the lifestyles of Hawaii's people and which are sensitive and
responsive to family and community needs.
(4) Encourage the essence of the aloha spirit in people's daily activities to
promote harmonious relationships among Hawaii's people and visitors.
¦ NHCH's Values as embodied in its Mission, Vision, Quality, Values
statement reads "As `Ghana, we value an environment of Aloha which
ensures trust, respect, self-expression, open minds and hearts."
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• NHCH recognizes its strategic location in the middle of the Waimea
region, a region rich with the rural ranching history and communities
associated with Parker Ranch, and more recently with diversified
agriculture.
• Through its planning for its lands, NHCH has identified retention of the
rural character as an important value to be integrated with future
development of its campus, including the proposed project.
• The proposed project will allow NHCH to create greater opportunities for
residents and visitors to gain access to its distinctive integrated health and
wellness services within its "environment of Aloha".
§226-26 Objectives and Policies for Socio-Cultural Advancement--Public Safety.
Objectives
(3) Promotion of a sense of community responsibility for the welfare and safety of
Hawaii's people.
• The proposed project will allow NHCH to continue to fulfill its Mission as
defined within its Mission, Vision, Quality, Values statement which reads
"The Mission of NHCH is to improve the health status of the people of
North Hawaii by improving access to care and providing high quality
services at a reasonable cost".
• The proposed project is critical to NHCH as it seeks to better recruit and
retain doctors to help support i[s mission.
Part III Priority Guidelines
§226-103 Economic Priority Guidelines.
(a) Priority guidelines to stimulate economic growth and encourage business expansion
and development to provide needed jobs for Hawaii's people and achieve a stable and
diversified economy:
(1) Seek a variety of means to increase the availability of investment capital for
new and expanding enterprises.
(A) Encourage investments which:
(i) Reflect long term commitments to the State;
(ii) Rely on economic linkages within the local economy;
(iii) Diversify the economy;
(iv) Reinvest in the local economy;
(v) Are sensitive to community needs and priorities; and
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(vi) Demonstrate a commitment to provide management
opportunities to Hawaii residents.
¦ The proposed project reflects NHCH's long-term financial commitment to
the people of North Hawaii, and specifically the Waimea and South
Kohala region.
• The project reflects NHCH's commitment to improving the health status
of the people of North Hawaii.
• The proposed project would further the growth of the health and wellness
industry in Waimea, complementing the region's other economic activities
which include tourism, services, agriculture, cattle ranching, public and
private educational institutions, and scientific research (associated with
observatories located on Mauna Kea).
¦ NHCH is one of the largest employers in the Waimea area and through
this project, would continue to make employment opportunities available
to the community at all levels.
1 (8) Provide public incentives and encourage private initiative to develop and
attract industries which promise long-term growth potentials and which have the
following characteristics:
(A) An industry that can take advantage of Hawaii's unique location and
available physical and human resources.
(B) A clean industry that would have minimal adverse effects on Hawaii's
environment.
(C) An industry that is willing to hire and train Hawaii's people to meet
the industry's labor needs at all levels of employment.
(D) An industry that would provide reasonable income and steady
I employment.
¦ Health and wellness has been identified as a key growth industry for the
~ State of Hawaii. It is an industry that is both non-destructive to Hawaii's
! environment and one that takes advantage of Hawaii's unique location as a
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place of great natural beauty.
¦ NHCH's Mission, Vision, Quality, Values statement embodies a holistic
healing philosophy that is insepazable from the uniqueness of its location
in the green saddle between Mauna Kea and the Kohala Mountains, in the
i midst of Mauna I,oa, Hualalai and Haleakala (a region also referred to as
the five mountains region), and among the scenic pastures and hills of
Waimea.
¦ NHCH and the proposed project further makes attractive residential
investment in the South Kohala district, including both its primary
residential communities in Waimea and Waikoloa and resort communities
along the South Kohala coast. NHCH makes accessible to residents and
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visitors alike, exemplary medical and health and wellness services in a
unique setting, and with a distinctive approach through its integration of
select complementary healing practices and high quality medical care.
(9) Support and encourage, through educational and technical assistance
programs and other means, expanded opportunities for employee ownership and
participation in Hawaii business.
(10) Enhance the quality of Hawaii's labor force and develop and maintain career
opportunities for Hawaii's people through the following actions:
(A) Expand vocational training in diversified agriculture, aquaculture,
information industry, and other areas where growth is desired and
feasible.
(D) Promote career opportunities in all industries for Hawaii's people by
encouraging firms doing business in the State to hire residents.
• The proposed project would make available office space for doctors and
service providers, thus expanding opportunities for employee ownership
and participation with these businesses, whether they be medical offices or
other non-profit/for-profit services, such as the Waimea Women's Center.
¦ Skills and experience gained through employment within the proposed
project would be transferable to other locations with similar services, thus
allowing for career development opportunities for residents.
§226-104 Population Growth and Land Resources Priority Guidelines.
(a) Priority guidelines to effect desired statewide growth and distribution:
(3) Ensure that adequate support services and facilities are provided to
accommodate the desired distribution of
future growth throughout the State.
¦ The proposed project will support the growth of the health and wellness
industry in the North Hawaii region, and ultimately make available greater
medical services to support the growing residential communities in
Waimea and the North Hawaii region.
(b) Priority guidelines for regional growth distribution and land resource utilization:
(1) Encourage urban growth primarily to existing urban areas where adequate
public facilities are already available or can be provided with reasonable public
expenditures, and away from areas where other important benefits are present,
such as protection of important agricultural land or preservation of lifestyles.
The project area is situated within the center of an area that was earlier
reclassified to the State's Urban Land Use District and the County's
Village Commercial Zoning District in the 1990's and areas designated for
the growth of Waimea's Town Center.
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(2) Make available marginal or nonessential agricultural lands for appropriate
urban uses while maintaining agricultural lands of importance in the agricultural
district.
¦ The subject property does not include lands identified as important
agriculture lands, and have not recently been used for active agriculture
cultivation.
¦ The project site is a remnant State Agriculture land that is now surrounded
by lands that have been approved for future urban development, including
lands classified within the State Urban Land Use District and the County
Village-Commercial Zoning District.
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HAWAII STATE FUNCTIONAL PLANS
The Hawaii State Plan directs State agencies to prepare functional plans for their
1 respective program areas. There are thirteen (I3) state functional plans that serve as the
primary implementing vehicle for the goals, objectives, and policies of the Hawaii State
Plan. These thirteen plans include Agriculture, Conservation Lands, Education,
1 Employment, Energy, Health, Higher Education, Housing, Human Services, Recreation,
Tourism, and Transportation. While the State Plan establishes long-term objectives, the
State Function Plans serve to establish objectives for shorter term actions.
1 Applicable Functional Plans to the proposed project include are discussed below:
Agriculture
The Agriculture Functional Plan seeks to increase the overall level of agricultural
development in Hawaii, in accordance with two fundamental Hawaii State Plan
objectives for agriculture, namely: 1) continued viability in the sugar and pineapple
l industries, and 2) continued growth and development of diversified crops and products.
¦ The proposed boundary amendment involves a remnant area of agriculturally-
~ zoned land and does not affect any existing or recent agricultural activities in
Waimea. The project area is situated within the middle of areas approved for
~ future urban development. To the west of the site lies existing commercial and
institutional development along the Mamalahoa Highway corridor, and to the east
are lands approved for future commercial and residential uses as part of Waimea
Town Center plan.
• By containing and concentrating urban development within the Waimea Town
Center area, surrounding agricultural and ranching lands can be better preserved
for long-term viable agricultural uses.
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Conservation Lands
The Conservation Lands Functional Plan addresses the impacts of population growth
and economic development on Hawaii's natural environment and provides a framework
for the protection and preservation of pristine lands and shore lands. The objective of
the plan is to provide for a management program allowing for the judicious use of the
State's natural resources balanced with the need to protect these resources to varying
degrees. While the State is primarily responsible to provide the management of
conservation areas, the counties play a key role in directing urban and agricultural
activities and in retaining open space and cultural sites as lands become urbanized.
• The proposed boundary amendment would not have a detrimental effect on the
natural environment as it proposes future development in the existing Waimea
Town Center azea. This area has been previously planned for future urban
growth, as evidenced by surrounding lands in the State's Urban Land Use District
and the County Village-Commercial and residential zoning districts, and by the
County's General Plan LUPAG map, which designates the area for Low grid
Medium Density Urban uses.
Education
The objectives of the State's Education Functional Plan reflect the Department of
Education's (DOE) strategy to address the goals, policies, and priority guidelines of the
Planning Act and the goals of the Board of Education (BOE). The plan outlines actions
to be taken by the DOE to improve the public school system and to attend to various
societal needs and trends.
¦ Not applicable to the proposed project.
Employment
The State's Employment Functional Plan focuses on preparation of the Hawaii's
workforce for the global, information-based twenty-first century economy. It's
objectives, policies, and implementing actions address four major issue areas: (1)
education and preparation services for employment; (2) job placement; (3) quality of
work life; and (4) employment planning information and coordination.
• The proposed project would allow for the continued growth of medical services
and the health and wellness industry in the Waimea area. Related employment
opportunities for the project would include doctors, health and wellness service
providers, and related administrative and technical-support staff. As one of the
lazgest employers in the Waimea azea, NHCH and the proposed doctors' offices
and service organizations that would be part of the proposed medical office
project, would support the continued development of medical and health and
wellness-related job skills for employees. These would be on-the-job skills
opportunities that would otherwise be difficult to provide in a strictly academic
setting.
Energy
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The State Energy Functional Plan sought to (1) support the commercialization of
Hawaii's alternative energy resources, (2) implement a wide range of energy
conservation and efficiency technologies; (3) prepare for disruptions in the energy
supply; and (4) reduce the State's dependence on imported fossil fuels.
¦ NHCH has instituted, and will continue to encourage, efforts to moderate growth
in energy demand by instituting programs that encourage conservation and energy
efficiency into the design and operations of its facilities. NHCH will continue to
incorporate sustainable design principles into its project, such as providing
daylight within its facilities, use of indigenous plant materials, and having an
integrated interior and exterior pedestrian network throughout its entire campus.
j Health
The State's Health Functional Plan focuses on four major priority issues, inclu ing:
preventive health care; (2) access to health care; (3) environmental protection; and (4)
upgrading administrative and leadership capabilities.
• The proposed project would provide additional space for doctors' offices and
health and wellness service providers. These efforts would increase access to
health care for the community by making available more services and potentially
a wider range of health and wellness services. By increasing access to health
i care, the community would have greater opportunities to access health and
medical services on a preventive basis.
+ NHCH recognizes that the natural beauty of the Waimea region, including its
ii rural character, its pastures and landscape, and the surrounding mountains, are
part of the holistic healing environment for its campus. In developing its lands,
NHCH is emphasizing retention of open space and natural vegetation, as well as
low-density development.
By providing space for more doctors' offices, and other health and wellness
i service providers, NHCH is making available more opportunities for employees
~ to take on greater administrative and leadership roles.
J Higher Education
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The objectives of the State Higher Education Functional Plan are to provide (1) a
number of diverse postsecondary education institutions; (2) quality educational,
research, and public services programs; (3) appropriate opportunities for all who can
benefit; (4) financing to ensure accessibility; and (5) coordination of educational
resources.
~ Not applicable
Historic Preservation
The long-term philosophy of the State's Historic Preservation Functional Plan highlights
the importance of maintaining a record of Hawaii's unique history. The Historic
Preservation Functional Plan focuses on three main issue areas, including: (1)
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preservation of historic properties; (2) collection and preservation of historic records,
artifacts and oral histories; and (3) provision of public information and education on the
ethnic and cultural heritages and history of Hawaii.
¦ Based on the an archaeological inventory survey and cultural impact assessment
prepared by Tom Wolforth of Scientific Consultant Services, Inc (SCSI) in
February and March of 2007, no significant archaeological sites were found
within the project site. No negative impacts to cultural practices are anticipated
with the project site as no cultural practices and no Traditional Cultural Properties
were found on the project site. The project site does not contain any known
historic sites.
¦ NHCH and its developers and contractors will comply with all laws and rules
regarding the preservation of archaeological, cultural and historic sites should any
sites be found during construction.
Housing
The State's Housing Functional Plan identifies a need to develop affordable housing
throughout the State, and addresses major areas of concern, including: (I) increasing
homeownership; (2) expanding rental housing opportunities; (3) expanding rental
opportunities for the elderly and other special need groups; (4) preserving housing stock;
(5) designating and acquiring land that is suitable for residential development; and (6J
establishing and maintaining a housing information system.
• While NHCH focuses its limited financial resources on its health and wellness
mission, it is considering as part of its long-term planning for its lands,
opportunities to provide transitional staff housing. NHCH recognizes the need for
transitional staff housing to temporarily accommodate newly recruited staff
relocating to North Hawaii, as well as shift staff that work for extended periods of
time at its hospital. No detailed plans or timetables exist at this time to proceed
with these opportunities due to financial constraints.
• By providing additional health and wellness services, and increasing access to
medical services in the Waimea Town Center area, the proposed project may
make residential development opportunities more attractive on nearby
undeveloped residentially-zoned lands.
Human Services
Priority issues for the State's Human Services Functional Plan include: (1) elderly care;
(2) children and family support; (3) self sufficiency, and (4) improved delivery of human
services.
¦ Creating additional space for doctors and service providers supports NHCH's
efforts to fulfill its Mission, Vision, Quality, and Values. The proposed project
supports NHCH's Vision statement which reads "to treat the whole individual -
body, mind, and spirit - through a team approach to patient-centered care, and
ultimately to become the most healing hospital in the world, and its Values
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statement which reads "As `Ghana, we value an environment of Aloha which
nurtures trust, respect, self-expression, open minds and hearts",.
Recreation
The State's Recreation Functional Plan outlines the public and private sector's roles in
serving the recreation and open space needs of the public. It focuses on six issue areas,
including: (1) ocean and shoreline recreation; (2) mauka, urban, and other recreation;
(3) public access to the shoreline and upland recreation areas; (4) resource conservation
and management; (5) management of recreation programs and facilities; and (6)
I wetlands protection and management.
• As part of its long-range planning efforts, NHCH is proposing to maintain
~ significant interior portions of its lands in open space to preserve the rural
~ character of its lands, and to ensure viewplanes from the hospital and future
development to surrounding mountains, including Mauna Kea.
• As part of its campus and the project area, NHCH will provide an integrated
network of pedestrian paths, linking different parts of its campus and to
surrounding streets.
Tourism
I The State's Tourism Functional Plan focuses on six issues, including: (I) the positive and
negative impacts of tourism growth on the community; (2) physical development in terms
of product quality, product diversity, land use planning, adequate infrastructure, and
visitor use of public services; (3) environmental resources and cultural heritage; (4)
community, visitor, and industry relations; (S) employment and career development; and
(6) effective marketing. The Plan seeks primarily to strengthen tourism, while developing
other industries to diversify the State's economic base.
¦ NHCH supports both a resident and visitor patient base.
• By providing greater opportunities for the health and wellness industry to grow,
the proposed project will continue to reinforce Hawaii's attractiveness as a
healthy lifestyle tourism destination, both in terms of its natural beauty, its nature-
oriented recreation opportunities, and the availability of exemplary medical and
health and wellness services.
Transportation
The State's Transportation Functional Plan identified four key issue areas of concern
including congestion, economic development, funding, and education, and thus sought to:
' (1) construct facility and infrastructure improvements in support of Hawaii's thriving
~ economy and growing population base; (2) develop a transportation system balanced
with an array of new alternatives; (3) implement Transportation Systems Management to
maximize the use of existing facilities and systems; (4) foster innovation and use of new
technology in transportation; (5) maximize joint efforts with the private sector; (6)
pursue land use initiatives which help reduce travel demand; and (7) encourage resident
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quality-of--life improvements through improved mobility opportunities and travel
reduction.
The proposed project co-locates doctors' offices and health and wellness service
providers, such as the Waimea Women's Center, on the same campus with the
existing NHCH hospital. All of these functions would be linked internally by
internal driveways and pedestrian paths. To some extent, congestion in the
Waimea Town Center area maybe relieved as some of these providers and offices
are presently spread throughout the existing town center area, connected primarily
by the areas primary roads.
• These services would further be located directly across from, and within easy
walking distance to, the existing Parker Ranch Shopping Center, where markets,
pharmacies, post office, banks, coffee shops, and other commercial services are
currently situated. Patients and staff would be able to travel between the project
area and these services by walking, or by vehicles without having to travel onto
Mamalahoa Highway,.
HRS §205A-2 COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
The Coastal Zone Management Area as defined in Chapter 205A, HRS, includes all the
lands of the state. As such, the subject site is within the Coastal Zone Management Area;
however, it is situated approximately lOmiles inland of the coast and is not located along
a shoreline.
The relevant objectives and policies of the Hawaii Coastal Zone Management (CZM)
Program, along with a discussion of how the proposed project conforms to these
objectives and policies, is discussed below:
(1) Recreational resources;
Objectives
(A) Provide coastal recreational opportunities accessible to the public.
Policies
(B) Provide adequate, accessible, and diverse recreational opportunities
in the coastal zone management area by;
(iii) Providing and managing adequate public access, consistent
with conservation of natural resources, to and along shorelines
with recreational value;
(vi) Adopting water quality standards and regulating point and
nonpoint sources of pollution to protect, and where feasible,
restore the recreational value of coastal waters;
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• The project site is approximately 10 miles from the South Kohala
coastline, and the proposed project will utilize drywells and catch basins
to collect and retain storm water on-site.
(2) Historic resources;
Objectives
(A) Protect, preserve, and, where desirable, restore those natural and
manmade historic and prehistoric resources in the coastal zone
~ management area that are significant in Hawaiian and American history
and culture.
Policies
(A) Identify and analyze significant archaeological resources;
• Based on an archaeological inventory survey completed for the project
site (attached in Appendix B of the Background and County
Environmental Report submitted with the Change of Zone Application
on May 15, 2007 for the project area), no significant archaeological
resources were identified on the site.
(3) Scenic and open space resources;
Objectives
(A) Protect, preserve, and, where desirable, restore or improve the quality
of coastal scenic and open space resources.
Policies
(A) Identify valued scenic resources in the coastal zone management area;
(B) Ensure that new developments are compatible with their visual
environment by designing and locating such developments to minimize the
~ alteration of natural landforms and existing public views to and along the
shoreline;
(D) Encourage those developments that are not coastal dependent to
locate in inland areas.
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• NHCH envisions developing the project area in a manner consistent with
the prevailing low density rural character of the surrounding community.
NHCH is proposing to maintain open space/pastures and natural
vegetation north of the project site and to the east of the existing hospital
to preserve open space and viewplanes to surrounding mountains.
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(4) Coastal ecosystems;
Objectives
(A) Protect valuable coastal ecosystems, including reefs, from disruption
and minimize adverse impacts on all coastal ecosystems.
Policies
(B) Improve the technical basis for natural resource management;
(D) Minimize disruption or degradation of coastal water ecosystems by
effective regulation of stream diversions, channelization, and similar land
and water uses, recognizing competing water needs; and
(E) Promote water quantity and quality planning and management
practices that reflect the tolerance of fresh water and marine ecosystems
and maintain and enhance water quality through the development and
implementation of point and nonpoint source water pollution control
measures.
• The project site is approximately 10 miles from the South Kohala
coastline, and [he proposed project will utilize drywells and catch basins
to collect and retain storm water on-site.
• The proposed project will connect to DWS' existing water system along
adjoining roads, and informal consultations with DWS indicate that
sufficient source and storage is available to support the project.
(5) Economic uses;
Objectives
(A) Provide public or private facilities and improvements important to the
State's economy in suitable locations.
• The proposed project will make available additional medical services and
other health and wellness service providers (e.g., Waimea Women's
Center), in Waimea, which is a regional hub for North Hawaii and the
South Kohala district.
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(ti) Coastal hazards;
Objectives
(A) Reduce hazard to life and property from tsunami, storm waves, stream
flooding, erosion, subsidence, and pollution.
Policies
(A) Develop and communicate adequate information about storm wave,
tsunami, flood, erosion, subsidence, and point and nonpoint source
pollution hazards;
(B) Control development in areas subject to storm wave, tsunami, flood,
erosion, hurricane, wind, subsidence, and point anti nonpoint source
pollution hazards;
i (C) Ensure that developments comply with requirements of the Federal
Flood Insurance Program; and
(D) Prevent coastal flooding from inland projects.
• The project site is approximately 10 miles from the South Kohala
coastline, and is not subject to coastal storm hazards.
• The project site is situated outside of the 500 year flood plain (based on
the FIRM map).
• The proposed project will utilize drywells and catch basins to collect and
retain storm water on-site.
(7) Managing development;
Objectives
~ (A) Improve the development review process, communication, and public
~ participation in the management of coastal resources and hazards.
Policies
(A) Use, implement, and enforce existing law effectively to the maximum
extent possible in managing present and future coastal Zone development;
(C) Communicate the potential short and long-term impacts of proposed
significant coastal developments early in their life cycle and in terms
understandable to the public to facilitate public participation in the
planning and review process.
• NHCH is complying with applicable land use ]aws in the course of
prepazing this State Land Use Boundazy Amendment Application (less
than 15 acres) and a related County Change of Zone Application,
including serving notice of the applications to surrounding landowners,
posting a sign on the subject property, and through the public review
process before the Planning Commission and County Council. In
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Community Association during the review process for the project.
• In the course of prepazing both the State and County applications, NHCH
is approximating a reasonable development scenario for the project site
for the purpose of evaluating development impacts.
(8) Public participation;
Objectives
(A) Stimulate public awareness, education, and participation in coastal
management.
Policies
(A) Promote public involvement in coastal zone management processes;
• NHCH is complying with applicable ]and use laws in the course of
prepazing this State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (less
than 15 acres) and a related County Change of Zone Application,
including serving notice of the applications to surrounding landowners,
posting a sign on the subject property, and through the public review
process before the Planning Commission and County Council. In
addition, NHCH is making public presentations to the Waimea
Community Association during the review process for the project.
(9) Beach protection;
Objectives
(A) Protect beaches for public use and recreation.
Policies
(A) Locate new structures inland from the shoreline setback to conserve
open space, minimize interference with natural shoreline processes, and
minimize loss of improvements due to erosion;
• Not applicable.
(10) Marine resources;
Objectives
(A) Promote the protection, use, and development of marine and coastal
resources to assure their sustainability.
Policies
(A) Ensure that the use and development of marine and coastal resources
are ecologically and environmentally sound and economically beneficial;
• Not applicable.
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STANDARDS OF REVIEW
County of Hawaii General Plan
B. The extent to which the proposed reclassification conforms to the applicable goals,
policies, standards and courses of action of the General Plan and implement
ordinances, plans and documents;
! COUNTY OF HAWAII GENERAL PLAN
The County of Hawaii's General Plan is the policy document for the long range
comprehensive development of the island of Hawaii. The General Plan sets forth a
policy of comprehensive development for the entire island, and incorporated an
awareness of the relationship between social, physical, and economic environments.
Applicable General Plan goals, policies, standards, and courses of action are discussed
below.
Economic
Goals
(a) Provide residents with opportunities to improve their quality of life through
economic development that enhances the County's natural and social
environments.
( (b) Economic development and improvement shall be in balance with the
physical, social, and cultural environments of the island of Hawaii.
(c) Strive for diversity and stability in the economic system.
(d) Provide an economic environment that allows new, expanded, or improved
economic opportunities that are compatible with the County's cultural, natural
and social environment.
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(e) Strive for an economic climate that provides its residents an opportunity for
choice of occupation.
(fi Strive for diversification of the economy by strengthening existing industries
and attracting new endeavors.
(g) Strive for full employment.
(h) Promote and develop the island of Hawaii into a unique scientific and
cultural model, where economic gains are in balance with social and physical
amenities. Development should be reviewed on the basis of total impact on the
residents of the County, no[ only in terms of immediate short run economic
benefits.
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Policies
(f) Support all levels of educational, employment and training opportunities and
institutions.
(g) Capital improvements program shall improve the quality of existing
commercial and industrial areas.
(h) The land, water, air, sea, and people shall be considered as essential
resources for present and future generations and should be protected and
enhanced through the use of economic incentives.
(l) Identify and encourage primary industries that are consistent with the social,
physical, and economic goals of the residents of the County.
(n) Encourage the development of the retirement industry.
(o) Promote a distinctive identity for the island of Hawaii to enable government,
business and travel industries to promote the County of Hawaii as an entity
unique within the State of Hawaii.
(p) Ldentify the needs of the business community and take actions that are
necessary to improve the business climate.
(z) Encourage the health/wellness industry.
Courses of Action
(c) Recognize the diversity of climate, the quality of the ocean water and the
natural beauty of the hills as vital economic and social assets of the region to be
protected through appropriate regulations.
(e) Encourage the preservation of the rural, ranching character within the town
of Waimea.
• The proposed project supports the continued growth of medical services
the health and wellness industry on the island of Hawaii, further
complementing other economic activities in the South Kohala district
including tourism, services, agriculture, cattle ranching, public and
private educational institutions, and scientific reseazch (associated with
observatories located on Mauna Kea).
• NHCH envisions developing the project area in a manner consistent with
the prevailing low density rural chazacter of the surrounding community.
NHCH is proposing to maintain open space/pastures and natural
vegetation north of the project site and to the east of the existing hospital
to preserve open space and viewplanes to surrounding mountains.
• The proposed project will make available employment opportunities for
doctors, health and wellness service providers, and supporting technical
and administrative staff.
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Environmental Quality
Goals
(a) Define the most desirable use of land within the County that achieves an ecological
balance providing residents and visitors the quality of life and an environment in which
the natural resources of the island are viable and sustainable.
(b) Maintain and, if
feasible, improve the existing environmental quality of the island.
(c) Control pollution.
Policies
(a) Take positive action to further maintain the quality of the environment.
(h) Wark with the appropriate agencies to adopt appropriate measures and
' provide incentives to control point and nonpoint sources of
pollution.
(k) Require implementation of the management measures contained in Hawaii's
Coastal Nonpoint Pollution Control Program as a condition of land use
permitting.
(l) Review the County grading and grubbing ordinances to ensure that they
adequately address potential erosion and runoff problems.
Standards
(a) Pollution shall be prevented, abated, and controlled at levels thad will protect and
preserve the public health and well being, through the enforcement of appropriate
Federal, State and County standards.
( (b) Incorporate environmental quality controls either as standards in appropriate
ordinances or as conditions of approval.
(c) Federal and State environmental regulations shall be adhered to.
Illl The project proposes development in the midst of existing and future
planned urban development in the Waimea Town Center azea.
• NHCH will comply with all applicable State and County regulations with
' regards to minimizing erosion and controlling stormwater tnnoff, and
proposes to contain on-site storm-water runoff through a system of dry
wells and catch basins with drywells within the project area.
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• NHCH proposes to retain open space and natural vegetation in the
interior portions of the project area, and in this way, maintain the existing
natural qualities of the site.
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Flooding and Other Natural Hazards
Goals
(a) Protect human life.
(b) Prevent damage to man-made improvements.
(c) Control pollution.
(d) Prevent damage from inundation.
(B) Reduce surface water and sediment runoff.
(f) Maximize soil and water conservation.
Policies
(g) Development-generated runoff shall be disposed of in a manner acceptable to
the Department of Public Works and in compliance with all State and Federal
laws.
(q) Consider natural hazards in all land use planning and permitting.
• NHCH will comply with all applicable State and County regulations with
regards to minimizing erosion and controlling stormwater runoff, and
will contain on-site storm-water mnoff through a system of dry wells
and catch basins with drywells within the project azea.
• The project area is outside of the known 500 yeaz flood plain.
Historic Sites
Goals
(a) Protect, restore, and enhance the sites, buildings, and objects of significant
historical and cultural importance to Hawaii.
Policies
(a) Agencies and organizations, either public or private, pursuing knowledge
about historic sites should keep the public apprised of
projects.
(c) Require both public and private developers of [and to provide historical and
archaeological surveys and cultural assessments, where appropriate, prior to the
clearing or development of land when there are indications that the land under
consideration has historical significance.
(n) Consider requiring Cultural Assessments for certain developments as part of
the rezoning process.
• An archaeological inventory survey and cultural impact assessment were
completed in February and March 2007 and aze attached within
Appendix B and Appendix C of the Background and County
Environmental Report submitted to Hawaii County on May 15, 2007, as
part of a Change of Zone application for the project azea.
• No significant archaeological sites were found within the project area.
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• No Traditional Cultural Properties or cultural practices were found
within the project azea.
• No historic sites were identified on the project site.
Natural Beauty
Goals
(a) Protect, preserve and enhance the quality of areas endowed with natural
beauty, including the quality of coastal scenic resources.
(C) Maximize opportunities for present and future generations to appreciate and
enjoy natural and scenic beauty.
Policies
(i) Do not allow incompatible construction in areas of natural beauty.
Standards
( (e) Areas that are harmoniously developed and enhanced by man to appear
natural.
• NHCH envisions developing the project area in a rnanner consistent with
the prevailing low density coral character of the surrounding corrtmunity,
NHCH is proposing to maintain open space/pastures and natural
vegetation north of the project site and to the east of the existing hospital
to preserve open space and viewplanesto surrounding mountains.
Natural Resources and Shoreline
Goals
(b) Provide opportunities for recreational, economic, and educational needs
without despoiling or endangering natural resources.
(f) Ensure that alterations to existing land forms, vegetation, and construction of
~ structures cause minimum adverse effect to water resources, and scenic and
recreational amenities and minimum danger of floods, landslides, erosion,
siltation, or failure in the event of an earthquake.
Policies
(g) Promote sound management and development of Hawaii's land and marine
resources for potential economic benefit.
(p) Encourage the use of native plants for screening and landscaping.
• No significant flora or faunal resources were identified on the site.
• The project site is not situated in any known areas of natural dangers or
environmental hazards, such as flood plains, steep slopes, azeas prone to
erosion, and or coastal impacts.
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• The proposed project is in areas identified for existing and future urban
development in the Waimea Town Center area.
• NHCH is considering maintaining interior portions of its campus in open
space to ensure viewplanes to surrounding mountains from the existing
hospital and to retain existing vegetation. NHCH is undertaking a
landscape master plan for its lands and will consider use of native plants
for screening attd landscaping.
Public Facilities
Goals
(a) Encourage the provision of public facilities that effectively service community
and visitor needs and seek ways of improving public service through better and
more functional facilities in keeping with the environmental and aesthetic
concerns of the community.
Policies
(S) Encourage the development of new health care facilities or the improvement
of existing health care facilities to serve the needs of Hamakua, North and South
Kohala, and North and South Kona.
(B) Encourage the establishment or expansion of community health centers and
rural health clinics.
• The proposed project will make available greater medical and health and
wellness services to the surrounding residential communities in Waimea
and the North Hawaii region.
• The proposed project will assist NHCH in its recruitment and retention
of doctors in the Waimea azea.
Recreation
Goals
(C) Provide a diversity of environments for active and passive pursuits.
Policies
(h) Provide facilities and a broad recreational program for all age groups, with
special considerations for the handicapped, the elderly and young children.
(O) Develop facilities and safe pathway systems for walking, jogging, and biking
activities.
Courses of Action
Q) Develop trail systems linking residential areas to Waimea's urban center.
• The proposed project's patient and employee populations vary from
young children to the elderly.
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o ro'ect to the hos
• NHCH is proposing to connect the prop sed p ~ p
through internal walkways, and will ultimately develop an pedestrian
walkway network linking its entire campus, as well as roads abutting its
]ands.
• NHCH does have an existing 24' wide paved driveway with sidewalks
connecting the hospital and the project site to Pukulani Road, which in
turn fronts the Parker Ranch Shopping Center, thereby allowing
relatively direct pedestrian access to the commercial services and
businesses at Pazker Ranch Shopping Center from the proposed project
area.
Transportation
' Goals
8) Provide a system of roadways for the safe, efficient and comfortable
movement of people and goods.
(b) Provide an integrated State and County transportation system so that new
major routes will complement and encourage proposed land policies.
Policies
(n) Encourage the development of walkways, jogging, and bicycle paths within
designated areas of the community.
Courses of Action
(f) Support the installation of suitable bikeways and/or jogging paths.
• The proposed project azea will be connected to the existing NHCH
hospital through an internal 24' wide paved driveway (with a 6' wide
concrete sidewalk). The internal driveways lead to various pazking
areas, emergency services, and service support azeas at the hospital, as
well as to Pukulani Road and Mamalahoa Highway.
• Internal pathways will allow direct pedestrian access between the
proposed project area, the hospital, future development within NHCH's
lands, and surrounding roads. The adjoining roads lead to other
commercial services in the Waimea Town Center, including future
planned commercial and residential developments.
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Land Use :Overview
The General Plan's Land Use Pattern Allocation Guide (LUPAG) Map serves as
a guide for the direction of future developments, and indicates the general
location of various land uses itt relation to each other.
The project area includes the Low Density Urban and Medium Density Urban
land use designations, which in turn are described within the General Plan as
follows:
Low Density Urban: residential, with ancillary community and public
uses, and neighborhood and convenience-type commercial uses; overall
residential density may be up to six units per acre. A majority of the
project area is situated within this area.
Medium Density Urban: village and neighborhood commercial and single
family and multiple family residential and related functions (multiple
family residential up to 35 units per acre). While this area constitutes a
small portion of the site, it does coincide with areas closest to Pukulani
Road, where development would be concentrated.
Goals
(a) Designate and allocate land uses in appropriate proportions and mix and in
keeping with the social, cultural, and physical environments of the County.
Policies
(a) Zone urban- types of uses in areas with ease of access to community services
and employment centers and with adequate public utilities and facilities.
(b) Promote and encourage the rehabilitation and use of urban areas that are
serviced by basic community facilities and utilities.
(c) Allocate appropriate requested zoning in accordance with the existing or
projected needs of neighborhood, community, region and County.
(fj Encourage the development and maintenance of communities meeting the
needs of its residents in balance with the physical and social environment.
(j) Encourage urban development within existing zoned areas already served by
basic infrastructure, or close to such areas, instead of scattered development.
Courses of Action
(a) The establishment of Waimea as a regional commercial center for northern
Hawaii shall be encouraged.
(b) Establish controls to insure orderly development and minimize speculation of
commercially zoned lands.
(c) Continue the concentration of commercial uses in Waimea, Kawaihae,
Waikoloa Village, and in the resort areas. Do not allow strip or spot commercial
development on highways outside of these primary commercial areas.
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• The proposed project is situated in the midst of existing State Urban and
County Village Commercial-zoned lands within the Waimea Town
Center area, and in direct proximity to available existing infrastructure
including roads, paved driveways and utilities.
• The proposed project abuts existing commercial and institutional
development along Mamalahoa Highway to the west and future planned
commercial and residential development to the east.
• Expanding medical and health and wellness services in the azea
complements existing institutional (e.g., hospital, post office, etc.) and
commercial services (e.g., markets/pharmacies, banks, restaurants, coffee
houses, offices, etc.) in the Waimea Town Center area.
WEST HAWAII REGIONAL PLAN
The West Hawaii Regional Plan was developed by the Office of State Planning in 1989.
While the region extends from North Kohala to Kau, the planning area focuses on
geographic locations where most of the proposed changes in land use and demands for
public services are anticipated. The State intended for the West Hawaii Regional Plan to
complement the County of Hawaii's General Plan and formulated the plan to: (1)
coordinate State Activities in West Hawaii and respond effectively to emerging needs and
critical problems; (2) address areas of State concern; (3) coordinate the Capital
Improvements Program; and (4) provide guidance in the State land use decision-making
process.
Vision elements from the Regional Plan that are applicable to the proposed project
include:
-Plan and maximize benefits for Hawaii's people
-Promote a diversified economic base which maximizes job choice and opportunities.
-Ensure access to, and adequacy of health, education, job-training, and human service
programs.
-Minimize adverse impact of new development on local lifestyles, historic and cultural
resources and community values.
-Support urban developments that maintain the unique character of the West Hawaii
region.
-Develop only within infrastructure capacities and constraints.
-Ensure that development does not lead to deterioration in the quality of life.
¦ As discussed elsewhere in this document, the proposed project is consistent with
these aspects of the Regional Plan's Vision for West Hawaii.
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Government Services and Human Resources Programs :Health Services
The way in which these goals manifest themselves into land use patterns, public funding,
and implementation is the heart of this plan. The plan combines a commitment to long-
term benefits while attending to current immediate problems.
Health care is one area where the private sector has a dominant role in providing a wide
range of services. The proposed development and rapid population growth is expected to
result in an overall increase in number of health care problems of the elderly and the
children and youth of
families. Increased health risk factors relating to rapid changes in
the environment, crowding and changes in lifestyle can also be expected as West Hawaii
is further developed and settled.
The growing demand on limited health resources will increase existing problems
involving shortages of health care workers and professionals, and the accessibility of
health care services.
The Regional Plan calls for expanding health facilities and programs in coordination
with other human services, and to increase the availability of these services in concert
with increasing population and especially in rural communities.
¦ NHCH has identified a deficiency in suitable available medical office space in the
Waimea area, which in turn serves as a significant deterrent to recruiting and
retaining young doctors in Waimea and the North Hawaii region.
¦ The proposed project would allow NHCH to make additional space available to
doctors and other health and wellness service providers, and would co-locate the
proposed project within direct proximity to the existing NHCH hospital and its
supporting medical infrastructure (e,g., emergency services, MRI, X-rays, surgical
suites, etc.).
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STANDARDS OF REVIEW
Applicable District Standards
C. The extent to which the proposed reclassification conforms to the applicable district
standards.
HAR §IS-IS-18 STANDARDS FOR DETERMINING "U" URBAN
DISTRICT BOUNDARIES.. Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, in
determining the boundaries for the "U" urban district, the following standards shall be
used:
(I) It shall include lands characterized by "city-like" concentrations of people, structures,
streets, urban level of services and other related land uses;
¦ The project area is situated in the middle of an azea which received urban and
commercial/residential land use approvals in the 1990's as part of the Pazker
Ranch 2020/Waimea Town Center plans. The project area was not included in
these earlier approvals as the lands were not owned by Parker Ranch or NHCH at
the time.
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• Since that time, development has occurred directly to the West of the site, in areas
between the site and Mamalahoa Highway. This includes the Parker Ranch
Shopping Center, Pukulani Road (from Mamalahoa Highway to the southwest
corner of the project area), and North Hawaii Community Hospital.
¦ As approved with the Parker Ranch 2020 plan, future roads and urban
development aze planned east of the project area, ultimately extending from
Kamamalu Street to the north and to Mamalahoa Highway near the Kamuela Race
Track to the south.
(2) It shall take into consideration the following specific factors:
(A) Proximity to centers of trading and employment except where the development
would generate new centers of trading and employment;
¦ The project site is situated within Waimea Town Center's contiguous State
Urban and County commercially/residentially-zoned town center area.
This area serves as the trading and employment center for Waimea and the
surrounding region. It is adjacent to existing commercial and institutional
development in Waimea, including the Pazker Ranch Shopping Center and
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the North Hawaii Community Hospital, among others. Other adjoining
areas to the east of the site are undeveloped but have been approved for
future urban development (i.e., lands classified within the State's Urban
Land Use District and within the County's Village-Commercial zoning
districts).
(B) Availability of basic services such as schools, parks, wastewater systems,solid
waste disposal, drainage, water, transportation systems, public utilities, and
police and fire protection; and
• The project site enjoys direct access to nearby parks, schools, police and
fire protection services (situated at the Waimea Civic Center, less than 1/4
mile from the site), as well as utilities as discussed under the Public
Facilities and Services section (pages 15 to 19) of the Background and
County Environmental Report, submitted on May 15, 2007 in conjunction
with a Change of Zone Application for the project area.
(C) Sufficient reserve areas for foreseeable urban growth;
• The project site is contiguous with other undeveloped Urban and County
commercially-zoned lands to the east. These lands are intended to
accommodate future urban growth in the Waimea area.
(3) It shall include lands with satisfactory topography, drainage, and reasonably free
from the danger of any flood, tsunami, unstable soil condition, and other adverse
environmental effects;
¦ The project site is relatively flat, with prevailing slopes of less than 5°/o over a
majority of the site, and is reasonably free from the danger of floods, unstable soil
conditions, steep slopes or other adverse environmental conditions. Based on
Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) data, the site is situated outside of the 500-
year flood plain.
(4) Land contiguous with existing urban areas shall be given more consideration than
non-contiguous land, and particularly when indicated for future urban use on state or
county general plans;
• The project site is directly adjacent to existing urban areas to the West, including
commercial and institutional developments along the Mamalahoa Highway
corridor, including the Parker Ranch Shopping Center and North Hawaii
Community Hospital.
• The project site is also contiguous with other undeveloped Urban and County
commercially-zoned lands to the east.
(5) It shall include lands in appropriate locations for new urban concentrations and shall
give consideration to areas of urban growth as shown on the state and county general
plans;
• The project site is situated within Waimea's contiguous State Urban and County
commercially-zoned town center area.
Applicable District Standazds 38
Standazds of Review
Belt Collins Hawaii for North Hawaii Community Hospital
State Land Use Boundazy Amendment (15 acres or less)
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~ It is situated in an area identified by the County's General Plan on its Land Use
Pattern Allocation Guide (LUPAG) map as an area for future Low Density and
Medium Density Urban uses.
(6) It may include lands which do not conform to the standards in paragraphs (I) to (5):
(A) When surrounded by or adjacent to existing urban development; and
(B) Only when those lands represent a minor portion of this district;
¦ The project site conforms to the standards in paragraphs (1) to (5), and is
surrounding by, and adjacent to, existing and future planned urban
development.
(7) It shall not include lands, the urbanization of which will contribute toward scattered
spot urban development, necessitating unreasonable investment in public infrastructure
or support services; and
¦ Because of the project site's location within the center of lands in the State Urban
Use District and the County's Village-Commercial Zoning District, and adjacent
to existing developed areas of Waimea Town Center, the proposed project can be
~ considered an infill development site.
¦ It would not result in spot urban development or an unreasonable investment in
public infrastructure or support services.
(8) It may include lands with a general slope of twenty per cent or more if the
f commission finds that those lands are desirable and suitable for urban purposes and that
i the design and construction controls, as adopted by any federal, state, or county agency,
are adequate to protect the public health, welfare and safety, and the public's interests in
the aesthetic quality of the landscape.
• The prevailing slope on the property is less than five (5) percent.
Applicable District Standazds 39
Standazds of Review
Belt Collins Hawaii for North Hawaii Community Hospital
State Land Use Boundazy Amendment (15 acres or less)
CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICA~`I~~1' ^ '
COUNTY OF HAWAII `
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
(Type or_]egibly print the requested information)
APPLICANT: North Hawaii Community Hospital
APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE: ATE: .Z •v
ADDRESS: 67-1125 Mamalahoa Highway
i Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
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j LIST APPLICANT'S INTEREST IF NOT OWNER: Landowner
LIST PRINCIPAL(S) INCLUDING NAMES OF MAIN OFFICERS:
Stan Berry, president and CEO;-Wayne Higaki, Assistant Vice President
808-881-4400 808-881-4404
PHONE:(Bus.) (Res.) (Fax)
North Hawaii Community Hospital
LANDOWNER(S): G
1 LANDOWNER SIGNATURE(S): DATE: S• 2
LANDOWNER(S)ADDRESS: 67-1125 ~aar~a~fa~oae~ighway, Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
REQUEST: A-40a and ML-20 Tn CV-7.5
(Existingwning) 6-7-002: 020 & por 051 (Proposed Zoning)
TAX MAP KEY: '
STREET ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: Pukul ani Road
4.084 acres
SIZE OF PROPERTY OR AFFECTED AREA(S) TO BE REZONED:
Gene Yong
AGENT:
Belt Collins Hawaii Ltd.
ADDRESS:
2153 North King Street, Suite 200
Honolulu, HI 96819
808-521-5361 (Res.) (F~) 808-538-7819
TELEPHONE: (Bus.)
Please indicate to whom original correspondence and copies should be sent.
Agent COPIES: Applicant/Landowner
ORIGINAL:
(See Instructions on Reverse Side)
' ATTACHMENT
Commercial, RM, Resort, & Industrial
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
COUNTY OF HAWAII
APPLICATION FOR CHANGE OF ZONE
i 1. If your request is approved, do you intend to subdivide the subject land
in accordance with the approved change of zone? Yes
If yes, please answer the rest of question 1 and then to question 3.
a. How many acres of the requested area do you intend to
subdivide? 4.084
b. Into what lot sizes? Approx.
( 5+ acres
c. If your request is approved, approximately how long after the date
of approval do you expect to submit your subdivision plans to the
Planning Department for preliminary approval? 6 months
If you intend to subdivide, please submit a preliminary schematic See
subdivision plan together with your change of zone application form. attached
2. If you have no firm plans of subdividing the subject area, do you intend
to:
a. Sell or lease the land to someone who has firm plans?
i b. Sell or lease the ]and to someone who has tentative plans?
c. Sell or lease the land to someone who has no plans?
d. Keep it?
e. Other (please state)
f. If you intend to do either a, b, or c, please elaborate on the kind of
plans the other party has. Please, also, include in your answer
approximately how soon after approval of your rezoning do you
expect to transfer the subject land to another party.
Not applicable
3. What specific building plans do you have for the subject land? Include
in your answer the following: type of building (apartment, office,
launderette, etc.); financing arrangement; timetable for construction;
and any other information which you feel might help us in evaluating
your request.
-Type of building: Medical Office Building
-Financing arrangement: To be determined
-Timetable for construction: 2010
4. Have you performed any study which would demonstrate a need for
your proposed building and/or development? No
If so, please elaborate on your findings in the space provided below.
NHCH presently rents commercial office space at market rates in
Waimea for the Waimea Womens Center. No other readily available
suitable space exists at NHCH, Lucy Henriques Medical Center or
commercial office or retail buildings for doctor's offices. Any off-site
proposed spaces for doctor's offices would need to be built-to-suit and
converted from other general purpose office and retail space.
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5. Have you performed any study which discusses the environmental
impacts your request would have on the surrounding area and/or [he
County? Yes
If so, please elaborate on your findings in the space provided below.
' -Traffic Assessment is included within application.
-Other technical studies prepared and included within application focus
on the project area (e.g., archaeology, cultural, flora, fauna)
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6. Are there any buildings on [he subject area? No
If so, what kind?
` What do you intend to do with those buildings if your request is
approved?
Not applicable
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7. Is the subject land currently being used for any agricultural activity? No
~ If so, please list the kinds of products grown on and how many squaze
feet or acres of land per product.
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8. To your knowledge, has there been any flooding and/or drainage
problem on the subject area? No
If so, please describe the problem.
9. Do you think that the roads leading to the subject area needs
improvement? No
If so, what kind?
Is the road adequate for the proposed traffic volume or load? Yes
10. What sort of governmental assistance and/or improvements do you feel
will be needed in the subject area when developed?
Yes No
a. Schools X
b. Roads X
c. Sewer X
d. Drainage X
e. Police Protection X
f. Fire Protection X
g. Recreational Facilities X
h. Recreational Facilities X
i. Other X
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For those checked "yes," please elaborate what type or kinds of
improvements and/or assistance are needed.
11. Have you performed any historic sites study and/or survey of the
subject area? If so, what were the results? Please, also, submit a copy of
the study together with this change of zone supplement.
Yes. Archaeological Inventory Survey and Cultural Impact
Assessment were prepared and are included with Change of Zone
{ Applciation. No historic sites were identified on the project site.
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Address: Belt Collins Hawaii. 2153 N. Kine
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Telephone: 808-833-8987
Date: May 15, 2007
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BACKGROUND AND COUNTY
ENVIRONMENTAL REPORT
CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION
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NORTH HAWAII COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
May I5, 2007
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
A. Subject Request ......................................................................................................1
1. Details of the Proposed Use/Development 1
a. Project Description ...........................................................................1
b. Statement of Objectives and Reasons for the Request .....................1
c. Number ofacres/square feet ............................................................1
d. Proposed units/lots/floor area of proposed building envelope.........2
e. Timeframe and Cost .........................................................................2
£ Number of Employees and Clientele ...............................................2
g. Parking Arrangement .......................................................................2
b. Traffic Impacts .................................................................................2
i. Proposed on-site and off-site infrastructure .....................................3
B. Conformance with State/County Plans ................................................................4
2. State Land Use Designation 4
3, How the proposed use is not contrary to Chapter 205A, Coastal Zone
Management (existing public access, scenic or open space resources,
coastal view planes, and coastal ecosystems) 4
4. Applicable goals/policies and objectives of the General Plan 4
5. General Plan designation (LUPAG Map) 6
6. Zoning .........................................................................................................6
7. Community Development Plan 6
8. Special Management Area 6
C. Physical Characteristics and Environmental Setting of the Property and
Surrounding Area ..................................................................................................7
9. Description of Subject Property, location, climate, topography, slopes,
soils 7
10. Lava Hazard Zone 8
11. Distance from coastline 8
12. Agricultural Lands of Importance in the State of Hawaii (ALISH)
designation 8
13. U.S.D.A Natural Resources Conservation Services Soil Service Report
soil type 8
14. Land Study Bureau soil rating 8
15. Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) designation 9
16. Existing Drainage Ways or Improvements 9
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17. Air/Noise/Water Quality 9
18. Existing archaeological, cultural or historic sites on National Register or
Hawaii Register 10
19. Existing floraUfaunal resowces 12
20. Scenic or coastal resources 12
21. Traditional and Customary Native Hawaiian Rights 13
22. Existing public access to and along the shoreline or to mountain areas and
knowledge of public access being used 13
23. .Social Settlement pattern for the area 13
24. Economic Resources of the azea 13
25. Land Values ..............................................................................................14
26. Land Use 14
l 27. Zoning .......................................................................................................15
1 D. Public Facilities and Services ..............................................................................15
28. Description of Access 15
29. Availability of Water 16
a. Existing Conditions ........................................................................16
b. Projected Demand ..........................................................................16
c. Proposed Action .............................................................................17
30. Sewage Disposal 17
a. Existing Conditions ........................................................................17
b. Projected Wastewater Generation ..................................................17
l c. Proposed Action .............................................................................18
3l. Solid Waste 18
32. Electricity, Telephone, and Cable Service (CATV) 18
a. Existing Conditions ........................................................................18
~ b. Projected Demand .........................................................................:18
c. Proposed Action .............................................................................18
33. Police & Fire Protection 19
34. Schools ......................................................................................................19
35. Parks ........:.................................................................................................19
~ E. Environmental Assessment and Analysis ..........................................................19
36. Relationship between local short term uses of environment and
maintenance and enhancement of long term productivity 19
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37. Mitigative measures proposed to avoid, minimize, rectify or reduce impact
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38. Alternatives to the Proposed Development 20
39. Irreversible and irretrievable commitments of natural resources that would
be involved if proposed action implemented 20
List of Figures
Figure 1 -Location Map after pg. 1
Figure 2 - TMK Map after pg. 1
Figure 3 -Existing Zoning after pg. 1
Figure 4 -Proposed Zoning after pg. 1
Figure 5 -Proposed Site Plan after pg. 1
Figure 6 -General Plan Designation after pg. 1
List of Appendices
Appendix A Traffic Assessment (January 2007)
Julian Ng, Inc.
Appendix B Archaeological Inventory Survey (Februazy 2007)
Thomas Wolforth, M.S.
Appendix C Cultural Impact Assessment (Mazch 2007)
Thomas Wolforth, M.S.
Appendix D Botanical Survey (January 2007)
Palmer & Associates Consulting
Appendix E Avifaunal and Feral Mammal Survey (10 January 2007)
Phillip Bruner, Environmental Consultant
Appendix F Memo dated Mazch 23, 2007, Waimea Wastewater Company
Appendix G Bureau of Conveyance Document dated 29 Nov 06
Trustees Limited Warranty Deed and Grant of Easements
Pazker Ranch (Grantor) and North Hawaii Community Hospital (Grantee)
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A. Subject Request
1. Details of the Proposed Use/Development
a. Project Description
On behalf of North Hawaii Community Hospital ("Landowner" and
"Applicant", NHCH), Belt Collins Hawaii ("Agent") is requesting a
change of the County Land Use Zoning Map for an undeveloped 4.084-
acre site in Waimea in the South Kohala District. The site includes TMK
6-7-002: 20 (4.015 acres) and a portion of TMK 6-7-002: 051 (0.069
acres). See Location Map in Figure I and Real Property Tax Map in
Figure 2.
i This application proposes to change 0.947-acres of Limited Industrial-
zoned (ML-20) land and 3.137-acres of Agricultural-zoned (A-40a) land
to the County's Village-Commercial (CV-7.5) zoning district. See
Existing and Proposed Zoning diagrams in Figures 3 and 4, respectively.
The site is situated along Pukulani Road and is contiguous with other
vacant lands owned by NHCH. The site is situated to the south of the
existing hospital (TMK 6-7-02: 13) and is in close proximity to
Mamalahoa Highway and Parker Ranch Shopping Center (TMK 6-7-02;
30).
The project site is undeveloped and vacant pasture land, and is proposed
for the development of a medical office building, which may include the
Waimea Women's Center and/or additional space for doctors' offices.
See Proposed Medical Office Building Site Plan in Figure 5.
b. Statement of Objectives and Reasons for the Request
NHCH is proceeding with the change of zone application to allow for the
development of the medical office building in areas accessible to existing
roads and where basic infrastructure is available.
Based on the County's General Plan (see Land Use Pattern Allocation
Guide Map in Figure 6), and earlier land use approvals for lands
surrounding the property (in conjunction with Zoning Ordinance 96-117 &
95-63, Pazker Ranch 2020/Waimea Town Center), this application is
consistent with long-term County policies for the azea. Seeking the
Village-Commercial (CV-7.5) zoning would bring the project azea into
general conformance with the existing zoning for surrounding lands.
a Number of acres/squaze Feet
The subject area is 4.084 acres.
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d. Proposed units/lots/floor azea of proposed building envelope
The proposed medical office building is expected to consist of
approximately 16,800 squaze feet in a low-rise structure (one to two
stories).
e. Timeframe and Cost
The anticipated timeframe for completion of the project is 2010 and
development costs are expected to range from $9 to $11 million.
f Number of Employees and Clientele
The medical office building is estimated to have 35 to 40 employees and
daily patient traffic of 80 to 120 patients. Hours of operation are expected
to be from 8:OOam to S:OOpm, Monday to Friday, with more limited hours
of operations on Saturdays and Sundays.
g. Parking Arrangement
To conform to the Hawaii County Code, the proposed building site will
include a minimum of 56 parking stalls, to conform to the Code's
requirement of 1 stall per 300 sf of gross floor area for commercial uses.
The proposed parking areas would take access from an existing hospital
driveway leading to improved portions of Pukulani Road.
h. Traffic hnpacts
As part of this application, Julian Ng, Inc. completed a Traffic Assessment
in January 2007. See Traffic Assessment in Appendix A.
Traffic volumes generated by the proposed project were estimated for
various time periods using trip rates from the widely used reference, Trip
Generation, a publication of the Institute of Transportation Engineers
(ITE). Four peak hour periods on an average weekday have been
considered: the morning peak hour of traffic on the highway (AM Peak
Hour), the morning peak hour of site-generated traffic, the afternoon peak
hour ofsite-generated traffic, and the afternoon peak hour of traffic on the
highway (PM Peak Hour).
Trip estimates prepared as part of the assessment assumed that all of the
traffic generated by the proposed medical office building will use Pukulani
Road and be new traffic that is added to the existing traffic on Mamalahoa
Highway.
Existing_Tra~c Conditions
A traffic signal controls movements at the intersection of Pukulani Road
and Mamalahoa Highway. The north leg of the intersection is the middle
driveway to a shopping center. The east and west legs of the intersection
are the highway links, east toward the Hamakua Coast, and west towazd
the Kona coast. The south leg is Pukulani Road, a three lane roadway
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that is striped for one lane of traffic in each direction and a median tum
lane for left turns in and out of driveways serving adjoining properties.
The improved portion of this road extends for approximately one-quarter
mile south of the highway. An existing 24' wide driveway (with a 6' wide
sidewalk to one side) from Pukulani Road to the existing hospital will
serve the proposed medical office building.
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intersection currently range from LOS D to LOS E.
Anticipated Increase in Tra~c/Traffic Impacts from Proposed Use
New vehicle nips related to the project is estimated to peak at 40 vehicle
trips entering per hour during the AM site peak hour (weekday), and 46
vehicle trips exiting per hour during the PM Peak-Hour (weekday).
Traffic volumes generated by the proposed medical office building have
been estimated to be less than the guideline of an increase of 100 vehicles
per hour suggested by the TTE for conducting a traffic impact or site
( access study.
The traffic impact of the project was identified by estimating baseline
1 volumes and with-project traffic volumes at the intersection of Mamalahoa
Highway and Pukulani Road. The greatest impact at this intersection,
assuming that all project traffic will be added to the highway traffic, will
be an increase of less than 4% of existing traffic volumes. The increase in
the sum of critical movements is less than one-third of the range of one
level of service (i.e., the highest increase of 46 passenger cars per hour is
less than one-third of the typical difference of 140 passenger cars per hour
per hour between the levels of service) and does not affect the existing
LOS service for critical movements at this intersection.
By locating the proposed medical office building, and the Waimea
Women's Center, on the same campus as the hospital, there may be
additional traffic-related benefits as trips between these destinations will
be contained without additional loading onto surrounding roads.
~ Additionally, when visitors, employees and patients make trips for
different services and shopping between the medical office building, the
hospital, and Pazker Ranch Shopping Center, they can do so by crossing
directly across Pukulani Road without loading onto Mamalahoa Highway.
Based on both the project related traffic volumes and the additional benefit
of co-locating services within an existing town center area, the project
traffic impacts aze not expected to be significant.
~ i. Proposed on-site and off-site infrastructure
O -Site Infrastructure
Off-site infrastvcture improvements will be limited. Access to the project
site is proposed by way of an existing 24' wide paved driveway from
Pukulani Road to the existing hospital. Pukulani Road is an improved
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private road owned by Parker Ranch, with which NHCH has an agreement
to allow it access (see attached in Appendix G). Pazker Ranch has
indicated that they intend to dedicate this portion of Pukulatii Road in the
neaz future. The proposed project will connect to existing utilities that
support the hospital or which are presently available along Pukulani Road.
On-Site Infrastructure
Proposed on-site infrastructure will include parking areas; driveways, and
underground utilities, including water, sewer, electrical, telephone, and
CATV service.
B. Conformance with State/County Plans
2. State Land Use Designation
The State Land Use District Boundary Map designates the existing MLr20
zoned area, or 0.947-acres, within the State's Urban Land Use District,
and the existing A-40a zoned area, or 3.137-acres, within the State's
Agricultural Land Use district.
3. How the proposed use is not contrary to Chapter 205A, Coastal Zone
Management (existing public access, scenic or open space resources,
coastal view planes, and coastal ecosystems).
The project site is situated approximately 10 miles inland and no portion
of the site falls under the definition of "Coastal Zone Management Area"
as defined in Chapter 205A, Hawaii Revised Statutes (HRS), as, "all lands
of the State and the area extending seawazd from the shoreline to the limit
of the State's police power and management authority, including the
United States territorial sea."
4. Applicable goals/policies and objectives of the General Plan
The Hawaii County General Plan (February 2005) contains a list of goals,
policies and courses of action for each study element pertaining to the
island. The following is a discussion of the project's consistency with the
relevant goals, policies, and courses of action within the specific elements
of the Hawaii County General Plan.
Economic:
Goals
(c) Strive for diversity and stability in the economic system.
(f) Strive for diversification of the economy by strengthening existing
industries and attracting new endeavors.
Policies
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(n Support all levels of education, employment and training opportunities
and institutions.
(x) Encourage the health and wellness industry.
Discussion: The proposed project will improve the availability of
employment opportunities and medical services in Waimea and
surrounding communities, and encourage continued growth of the health
and wellness industry on the Island of Hawaii.
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Historic Sites:
Goals
(a) Protect, restore, and enhance the sites, buildings, and objects of
significant historical and cultural importance to Hawaii.
Policies
(c) Require both public and private developers of land to provide
historical and archaeological surveys and cultural assessments, where
appropriate, prior to the clearing or development of land when there are
indications that the land under consideration has historical significance.
(n) Consider requiring Cultural Assessments for certain developments as
part of the rezoning process.
Discussion: An Archaeological Inventory Survey and Cultural Irnpact
Assessment were undertaken for the project site in preparation of this
• change of zone application. These are attached in Appendix B and C. No
significant azchaeological sites were identified, and no Traditional
Cultural Properties or cultural practices were found in the project area.
Land Use:
Goal
(a) Designate and allocate land uses in appropriate proportions and mix
and in keeping with the social, cultural, and physical environments of the
County.
Policy
(a) Zane urban-types of uses in areas with ease of access to community
~ services and employment centers and with adequate public utilities and
facilities.
I (c) Allocate appropriate requested zoning in accordance with the existing
or projected needs of neighborhood, community, region, and County.
~ (n Encourage the development and maintenance of communities meeting
the needs of its residents in balance with the physical and social
environment.
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(j) Encourage urban development within existing zoned areas already
served by basic infrastructure, or close to such areas, instead of scattered
development.
Discussion: The proposed change of zone will allow NHCH to develop a
medical office building which will provide increased access to medical
services for Waimea and surrounding communities. This application will
allow the medical office building to be developed in the midst of azeas
plammed for the future Waimea Town Center, and in azeas of available
infrastructure.
5. General Plan designation (LUPAG Map)
The subject site lies within the Low Density Urban and the Medium
Density Urban Development Zones, as delineated in the Land Use Pattern
Allocation Guide (LUPAG) map of the County of Hawaii General Plan.
Land azeas allocated to these LUPAG zones roughly follow the County's
existing A-40a (Low Density Urban) and ML-20 (Medium Density Urban)
zoning districts for the project site. The General Plan LUPAG diagram is
attached in Figure 6.
On this basis, the proposed application is understood to be consistent with
the existing County General Plan.
6. Zoning
The current zoning for TMK 6-7-02:20 include 0.947-acres of ML-20
(Limited Industrial) zoned land, and 3.068-acres of A-40a (Agricultural)
zoned land.
The current zoning for the 0.069-acre portion of TMK 6-7-02: 51 that is
included within this application is A-40a.
The proposed CV-7.5 (Village Commercial) zoning for the project site is
consistent with the prevailing CV-7.5 zoning on surrounding lands.
7. Community Development Plan
The proposed site falls within the area of the South Kohala Community
Development Plan. The South Kohala Community Plan prepazation
process is now underway with completion of the CDP anticipated at the
end of 2008.
8. Special Management Area
The site is not within the Special Management Area.
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C. Physical Characteristics and Environmental Setting of the
Property and Surrounding Area
Physical Characteristics/Environmental Setting
9. Description of Subject Property, location, climate, topography, slopes,
soils
Subject Property
The project site is an L-shaped lot measuring approximately 1,140' x 427' along
( its longest edges, with approximately 30' of frontage onto the improved and
subdivided portion of Pukulani Road, and an additional 140' frontage onto a
future Pukulani Road extension, which is neither owned by NHCH nor improved.
The site consists of a former homestead site and pastures land and is undeveloped
and vacant.
Location
The project site is situated in Waimea on the Island of Hawaii. The site is
situated south of the existing NHCH hospital at the end of Pukulani Road,
approximately 1/4 mile south of Mamalahoa Highway.
Climate
The average maximum daily temperature in the project area is approximately 75
degrees F., with an average minimum of 65 degrees F. Annual rainfall averages
approximately 75 inches. Winds are dominated by prevailing northeast
tradewinds, which forme] through the saddle between the Kohala Mountains and
Mauna Kea. Light and variable westerly "Kona" winds occasionally replace the
prevailing trades, most often in winter.
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The site is situated in the saddle between the Kohala Mountains and Mauna Kea,
between elevations 2,686' amsl and 2,710' amsl. The majority of the site is
relatively flat, with elevations varying from 2,686' amsl to 2,692' amsl. The
eastern most portion of the site rises quickly, with elevations vazying from 2,692'
amsl to 2,710' amsl over the easternmost 100' of the property.
Slone
The majority of the site fronting both Pukulani Road and the NHCH driveway is
relatively flat, with average slopes of less than 5%. The rear, or easternmost,
portions of the site rises quickly at a slope of approximately 20%.
Soils
Based upon review of USDA Soil Conservation Service's Soil Survey for the
Island of Hawaii dated December 1973, the subject site contains soils described as
Kikoni (KfA) and Waimea (WMC).
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Based upon the "Detailed Land Classification-Island of Hawaii" published by the
Land Study Bureau in November 1965, the soil found on the site is described as
Kikoni, Palapalai, and Punohu (B106, land classification symbol). These soils aze
very deep and are from volcanic ash. They are well drained and well suited for
agriculture, or machine tillability.
10. Lava Hazard Zone
Based upon a 1987 USGS map showing volcanic hazard zones on the island of
Hawaii, the subject site lines within Zone 8 -Mauna Kea. Zone 8 is based on a
nine zone scale in which Zone 1 is the area of greatest hazazd and Zone 9 of the
least. Zone 8 includes the lower slopes of Maua Kea and most of this area has not
been affected by lava flows for the past 10,000 years.
11. Distance from coastline
The site is approximately 10 miles east of the South Kohala coastline and
approximately 8.5 miles south west of the Hamakua coastline.
12. Agricultural Lands of Importance in the State of Hawaii (ALISH)
designation
The site is designated as "built-up,"based on the November 1982 ALISH map
and is not situated within any areas designated of agricultural importance.
13. U.S.D.A Natural Resources Conservation Services Soil Service Report
soil type
Based upon review of USDA Soil Conservation Service's Soil Survey for the
Island of Hawaii dated December 1973, the subject site contains soils described as
Kikoni (KfA) and Waimea (WMC).
Kikoni (KfA): The soil consists ofwell-drained very fine sandy loams that
formed in volcanic ash, 0 to 3 percent slopes. The natural vegetation consists of
Bermuda grass, Hilo grass, ratail, and kikuyu grass. The surface of the soil has
lost its strong granulaz structure where it has been continuously cultivated. This
soil is used for truck crops.
Waimea (WMC): The soil consists ofwell-drained very fine sandy loams that
formed in volcanic ash, 6 to 12 percent slope. The natural vegetation consists of
cactus, Bermuda grass, rattail, and ilima. The surface layer is about 17 inches
thick and is neutral; the subsoil is about 25 inches thick and is mildly alkaline.
Permeability is moderately rapid, runoff is slow, and the erosion hazazd is slight.
This soil is used for pasture and for irrigated truck crops.
14. Land Study Bureau soil rating
Based upon the "Detailed Land Classification-Island of Hawaii" published by the
Land Study Bureau in November 1965, the soil found on the site is described as
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Kikoni, Palapalai, and Punohu (B106, land classification symbol). These soils aze
very deep and aze from volcanic ash. They are well drained and well suited for
agriculture, or machine tillability.
15. Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) designation
The site lies outside of the 500-year flood plain.
16. Existing Drainage Ways or Improvements
The existing topographic survey of the prof ect site shows no existing
( drainageways or drainage improvements. The proposed on-site infrastructure will
include drywells and catch basins with drywells to collect and retain storm water
from on-site.
17. Air/Noise/Water Quality
1 Air
The state of Hawaii operates a network of air quality monitoring stations azound
the state, but unfortunately systematic data is not available for the South Kohala
azea. It is generally accepted that all criteria pollutants aze well within the
standazd in this area. Winds aze northeast tradewinds that pass between the
Kohala Mountains and Mauna Kea. Light and variable westerly winds
occasionally replace this pattern, especially in the winter months.
South Kohala receives small quantities of vog from winds blowing north of Kona,
where the Kilauea Volcano is located. However, the vog is frequently kept away
from the subject site due to dominant trade winds.
The principal source of short-term air quality impact will be construction activity.
1 During constmction, construction vehicle activity will increase automotive
pollutant concentrations and site preparation and earth moving will create
particulate emissions as will building construction. Fugitive dust control
measures will be implemented in accordance with requirements set forth in
Hawaii Administrative Rules 11-60.1.
The principal source of long-term air quality impact will be automotive emissions,
( with an expected increase in carbon monoxide due to increased traffic associated
with the proposed development. Based on the limited impact ofproject-related
traffic, no significant impact to air quality from the proposed project is
anticipated.
Noise
~ The primary source of noise related to the project will be from constmction
activity and from employee and patient vehicles. As lands azound the project site
aze either vacant or undeveloped, noise related to the project is not expected to
impact any sensitive or residential areas.
Water Ouality
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No adverse effects on surface water quality are expected given the distance of the
site to the ocean (approx. 8.5 to 10 miles) and considering surface drainage is
proposed to be captured and discharged into on-site drywells.
Historic Resources
18. Existing archaeological, cultural or historic sites on National Register or
Hawaii Register
Archaeological Sites
An Archaeological Inventory Survey of the site was prepared by Thomas
Wolforth, M.S. in February 2007, and is attached in Appendix B. No significant
archaeological sites were found within the project area.
A pedestrian survey was conducted at 15 meter intervals over 100% of the project
azea. Spazse vegetation facilitated cleaz viewing, and particulaz attention was paid
to the periphery of the project azea that is covered in small trees, and along the
hillside (easternmost portion of site) where maps indicated that an 'auwai was
once present.
The historic documentation associated with the project azea cleazly indicate that
this azea was utilized during the historical period:Mahele data put a resident here
in the mid-1830's, the community azound the site was involved with agriculture
and ranching throughout the 1800s, and an 'auwai is documented to have passed
through the site. The continued use of the area throughout the modern era, up to
2005 when the former house was bulldozed, has altered the place to such an
extent that there are no "intact" azchaeological remains that could be evaluated as
being significant.
There were two earlier cultural modifications that have been modified sometime
during over a century's passage: a wall and an 'auwai. The wall is oriented north-
south in the western third of the project area and has been disturbed to such an
extent that is not clear how it was used. Although possibly a ranching construct,
and consequently dating to circa middle or late 1800s, the lack of integrity of
shape, which precludes a clear determination of function is such that this is
determined not to be a significant cultural resource.
There is no surface indication of an 'auwai on the project site, though cleaz
evidence of the `auwai to the north and to the south of the project site exists.
Close inspection of the entire eastern side of the project area indicates that the
'auwai, where it would have connected the two segments, is no longer present on
site.
While there is some information relevant to the history of Hawaii prior to 50
years ago, that information has been obliterated or obscured to such a degree that
is not likely to yield any important information regarding historical developments.
Cultural Sites
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A Cultural Impact Assessment of the site was prepared by Thomas Wolforth,
M.S. in March 2007, and is attached in Appendix C.
Part of the assessment centered on the concept of identifying Traditional Cultural
Practices (TCP) and if present, determines whether they would be impacted by the
project. Traditional Cultural Property means any historic property associated with
the traditional practices and beliefs of an ethnic community or members of that
community for more than fifty years. Traditional associations are those
' demonstrating a continuity of practice or belief until present or those documented
i in historical source materials, or both (origin of TCP concept is found in the
National Register Bulletin 38 published by the U.S. Department of Interior-
( National Pazk Service).
l Based on written accounts of legend and history the Mahele records and maps,
and the azchaeological work, there were found no Traditional Cultural Properties
present in the site.
The assessment also included consideration of the broader concept of cultural
practices and beliefs provided in the Nov. 19, 1997 Guidelines for Assessing
Cultural Impacts from the Hawaii State Office of Environmental Quality Control
(OEQC). According to OEQC's guidelines, cultural practices and beliefs may
include subsistence, commercial, residential, agricultural, access-related,
recreational, and religions and spiritual customs.
Based on interviews with informants and consultation of oral history, written
J accounts of legend and history, the Mahele records and maps, there were several
things to consider regarding cultural resources and practices within the project
area. The lot is a recently vacated homestead. A house, with modern
conveniences was recently bulldozed. Abandoned cars and trash are scattered
around the property. Based on this situation, there were found no cultural
practices that take place directly on this property. As a result, no negative impacts
to cultural practices are anticipated on the project site.
There is a cultural practice that occurs adjacent to, south of, and outside of the
property: visitation of an old cemetery (Koki pazcel). The Koki parcel has been
used as a cemetery at least since 1907. The cemetery continues to be tended, and
although not in the project azea, vehicular access to the cemetery passes through
the project area. NHCH is not proposing development in direct proximity to the
adjacent parcel and will ensure future access to the adjoining Koki parcel.
Historic Sites on National Register or Hawal'i Register
There are no historic sites in the project area.
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Natural Resources
19. Existing floraUfaunal resources
Floral.•
In January 2007, Palmer & Associates Consulting completed a Botanical Survey
of the subject site, which is attached in Appendix D.
The survey concludes that there are neither endangered or raze plants nor unique
or sensitive habitats in the project area. Original native vegetation had been
removed years ago. The area is highly disturbed and modified from its pristine
condition, and there is essentially no native vegetation on the site. Development
of the subject site will have no significant negative effects on botanical resources,
native habitats or raze and endangered plants.
A majority of the azea surveyed was former pasture land and covered in a dense
sod of kikuyu grass. Trees found in the site were mainly black wattle and
Christmas berry and were located on the edges of the parcel. An old planting of
Monterey Cypress forms a windbreak in the north east corner of the project aza
and has the potential to be incorporated into future landscaping for the site.
Indigenous sea bean had been planted in the grounds as well.
Fauna:
Irt January 2007, Phillip L. Bruner, an Environmental Consultant, conducted an
Avifaunal and Feral Mammal Survey for the subject azea, which is attached in
Appendix E. Afield survey was conducted on foot over two days to allow for
early morning and late afternoon-evening observations.
No native land birds were recorded on the survey. The Hawaiian Owl or Pueo
and Hawaiian Hawk or Io could forage on occasion at the site, though there was
no known published data on their frequency of occurrence at the location. The
Pacific Golden-Plover or Kolea was the only migrant seen on the survey. No
other migrants would be expected at this site.
The only mammals detected were the Small Indian Mongoose and Goat. The
endangered Hawaiian Hoary bat was not found but could occasionally forage and
roost in the area. The alien birds tallied on the survey were those typically found
in this region.
20. Scenic or coastal resources
The Hawaii County General Plan characterizes the scenic beauty of the Waimea
region as a plateau between the Kohala Mountains and Mauna Kea. The pastures
and pu'u surrounding Waimea have been identified as vistas of dramatic natural
beauty.
Based on the low-scale nature of the proposed development and its location in the
middle of future Waimea Town Center urban growth areas, the proposed project
is not expected to significantly impact scenic resources in the region.
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Valued Cultural Resources
21. Traditional and Customary Native Hawaiian Rights
As discussed within the Cultural Impact Assessment attached in Appendix C and
summarized above under item 18, there were found no traditional or customary
native Hawaiian rights exercised in the project area.
Public Access
22. Existing public access to and along the shoreline or to mountain areas and
I knowledge of public access being used:
The project site is not known to be used for public access to shoreline or mountain
areas.
Social-Economic Characteristics
23. Social Settlement pattern for the area
Waimea has long been an important settlement and ranching community, serving
as the headquarters for Parker Ranch for a century and a half. It enjoys a dramatic
setting in the misty uplands in the picturesque saddle between Mauna Kea and the
Kohala Mountains. The last twenty yeazs has seen rapid growth in the region
with residential growth driven by an influx of transplanted mainland residents and
employment growth related to the rapidly developing resort and resort-residential
communities on the South Kohala coastline.
The U.S. Census shows the population in South Kohala in 1980 to be 4,607, and
growing to 13,131 as of the 2000 Census. More than 7,000 people now reside in
Waimea alone. By 2020, the population of South Kohala is projected to increase
to over 24,400.
Continued residential growth in the Waimea area is expected. In 1998 and as part
of Pazker Ranch 2020/Waimea Town Center plan, lands surrounding the project
l area, from the Kamuela Race Track to Kamamalu Street, were approved for a
variety of urban uses, including over 150 net acres for futwe residential
'i development (County RA, RM, RS zoning districts). To date, less than a third of
~ these entitled residential lands have been developed. These lands aze expected to
be developed over the next 20 yeazs as basic infrastmcture become available.
24. Economic Resources of the area
The primary economic activities in South Kohala include tourism, cattle ranching,
agriculture, public and private educational institutions, scientific reseazch
associated with the observatories located on Mauna Kea and health and wellness
organizations. South Kohala enjoys one of the lowest employment rates and the
highest median household incomes among all the districts on the Island of
Hawaii.
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The district is home to the second deepwater port on the island, Kawaihae Harbor
(10 miles west of Waimea), and several of the premier resort communities on the
island, including Mauna Kea, Mauna Lani and Waikoloa.
Waimea is well known for cattle ranching, with Parker Ranch, historically one of
the largest privately owned ranches in the country, headquartered in Waimea.
The cattle industry utilizes most of the land in the district with pastures extending
from the higher slopes of the mountains to lower areas closer to the coast.
Waimea is also recognized as one of the most productive areas for vegetable
crops on the Big Island, with cabbages, celery, lettuce, turnips, peppers, broccoli,
and carrots among some of the commercial vegetable crops grown.
Waimea's educational sector includes Hawaii Prepazatory Academy (HPA) and
Pazker School. Both aze private college preparatory schools, serving K-12 with
enrollment of approximately 600 and 150 students, respectively. HPA includes a
boarding program, which accommodates approximately 50% of its Upper School
students. Both aze synonymous with the recent history of Waimea as HPA was
established in 1949 and Pazker School in the late 1970's.
Waimea is also home to several base facilities supporting the observational
astronomy telescopes in the summit area of Mauna Kea, including the Canada-
France Hawaii Telescope and the W.M. Keck Observatory.
The Hawaii County General Plan seeks to support growth of these industries,
while also preserving the rural, ranching character of the town of Waimea.
25. Land Values
Based on a review of available 2007 Real Property Assessment records, TMK 6-
7-02:20: was valued at $1,282,500, with the agricultwal-zoned portion estimated
at $221,100 and the limited industrial-zoned portion estimated at $1,061,400.
The 0.069-acre portion of TMK 6-7-01:51 that is included in the application is
estimated to be valued at $15,779 based on a proportionate percentage basis
(0.4% of 15.219-acre lot area).
The total land value of the project area is thus estimated at approximately
$1,298,279.
Surroundine Lands
26. Land Use
Existing land uses for surrounding parcels include the following:
North
TMK 6-7-02: por 51, 53 Undeveloped vacant land
Driveway to hospital (NHCH)
TMK 6-7-02: 14 Undeveloped vacant land (Bright cemetery)
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East
TMK 6-7-20:51 Undeveloped vacant land
South
TMK 6-7-02:10 Undeveloped vacant land (Koki cemetery)
TMK 6-7-02:50,51 Undeveloped vacant land
~ West
Pukalani Road Lot (private) Road
TMK 6-7-02: por 66 &por 69 Private driveways
~ TMK 6-7-02:30 Parker Ranch Shopping Center
TMK 6-7-02:56 Undeveloped vacant land
27. Zoning
( Existing County zoning for the surrounding parcels are as follows:
I North
1 TMK 6-7-02:14, 51, 53 CV - 7.5
East
( TMK 6-7-20:51 CV - 7.5
South
~ TMK 6-7-02:10 A - 40a
TMK 6-7-02:50, 51 CV - 7.5
West
~ TMK 6-7-02:30, 56, 66 & 69 CV - 7.5
D. Public Facilities and Services
28. Description of Access
li Primary access to the project azea will be from the existing improved portions of
Pukalani Road, and will take advantage of an existing hospital driveway on TMK
6-7-02: 53. The existing driveway currently provides secondary access to the
hospital (TMK 6-7-02: 13) from Pukalani Road and has a pavement width of
24 feet, which widens to 30 feet plus a 4 Foot median at the Pukalani Road
intersection.
Pukalani Road currently extends south from Mamalahoa Highway for
approximately 1,100 feet, providing primary access to a few local businesses and
secondary access to the existing hospital. This road is owned by Parker Ranch and
Pazker Ranch has indicated that they will eventually dedicate the road to Hawaii
County. It is presently a two-way undivided road with a 10-foot wide center turn
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lane (striped median) and I S-foot lanes in each direction for acurb-to-cwb width
of 46 feet. The 18-foot lane width is adequate to allow pazallel parking on both
sides. The 60-foot right-of--way width includes cwbs, gutters, and 7-foot wide
sidewalks on both sides. Although the cross section varies from standazd County
cross sections, it is assumed to be adequate for dedication to the County due to the
standazd right-of--way width, adequate pavement width, and provision of cwbs,
gutters, and sidewalks. Parker Ranch has granted NHCH an easement for access
across Pukulani Road until such time as Pukulani Road is dedicated to the
County.
A traffic signal controls movements at the intersection of Pukulani Road and
Mamalahoa Highway, with left-tum storage lanes available on both Pukulani
Road and Mamalahoa Highway.
29. Availability of Water
a. Existing Conditions
Storaue: The existing hospital (NHCH) is currently being serviced by the
4.0 Million Gallons (MG) Waimea Clearwater Reservoir. The overflow '
elevation of the reservoir is 3,052 ft. Based on consultations with the
Hawaii County Department of Water Supply (DWS) on June 8, 2006, the
existing available source and storage is anticipated to be adequate for the
proposed project.
Distribution: There is currently a 12-inch water line running from the
Waimea Clearwater Reservoir along Mamalahoa Highway and along
Pukalani Road. There is also an 8-inch water line looping from the 12-
inch water line along Pukalani Road back to the 12-inch water line in
Mamalahoa Highway. It is anticipated that adequate flow and presswe
will be available at the project site for fire protection. -
b. Projected Demand
The design criteria for calculating the potable water demand for the
proposed project are based on the 2002 DWS Water System Standards. ,
The projected potable water demand includes both domestic as well as
irrigation demand. The area used to estimate these demands does not
include paved azeas, such as roadways or parking lots.
The projected potable water demands are as follows:
Averse Daily Demand
3.9 acres x 3,000 gpd = 11,700 gpd
Maximum Daily Demand
1.5 x 11,700 gpd = 17,550 gpd
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c. Proposed Action
Based on DWS's indication that the source and storage will be sufficient
for the proposed rezoning, the required infrastructure improvements will
consist of a 2.5-inch domestic water lateral and a 10-inch fire protection
line from the existing 12-inch line in Pukulani Road into the project site.
30. Sewage Disposal
a. Existing Conditions
An existing on-site 8-inch sewer line adjacent to the project site, along the
existing driveway to Pukulani Road, provides service to North Hawaii
Community Hospital. The existing sewer system, including an offsite
Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), is owned by Waimea Wastewater
~ Company. The WWTP is currently not able to accommodate any
~ additional flow at this time. Waimea Wastewater Company is in the
process of expanding the WWTP to provide a capacity of 250,000 gpd.
This expansion is scheduled to be completed by January 2009. It is
expected that after the expansion is completed the WWTP will have
adequate capacity to provide service to the subject project. `See letter
dated Mazch 23, 2007 from Waimea Wastewater Company, Inc. attached
in Appendix F.
b. Projected Wastewater Generation
The design criterion for the proposed medical office building is based on
the Januazy 2004 Hawaii Department of Health Chapter I1-62:
Wastewater Systems guide. Projected wastewater flows aze based on
t acreage as well as equivalent populations. The projected flows aze
determined as follows:
Average Daily Flow:
No. of Employees:
I
I -16,800 sf / (200 sf /employee) = 84 employees /day
No. of Patients:
- 84 em to ees / da x 5 atients / em to ee 420 atients /
I ( P Y Y) ( P P Y P
day
j Employees Average Daily Flow:
84 employees / day x 20 gpd/employee = 1,680 gpd
Patients Average Daily Flow:
420 patients / day x 5 gpd/patient = 2,100 gpd
Total Average Daily Flow:
1,680 gpd (employees) + 2,100 gpd (patients) = 3,780 gpd
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c. Proposed Action
It is anticipated that sewer service to the subject project can be provided
with a connection to the existing 8-inch line adjacent to the project site
after completion of the WWTP expansion, which is anticipated to occur by
January 2009. No collection system improvements aze anticipated to be -
necessazy to accommodate the proposed rezoning. ,
31. Solid Waste
Solid waste generated from the project will be taken to the Pu'uanahulu Landfill,
a 300 acre facility in West Hawaii. According to the 2002 County of Hawaii •
Solid Waste Management Plan, the Pu'uanahulu Landfill had more than
12,000,000 cubic yards of permitted capacity in 2002, which should be enough to
accommodate West Hawaii for approximately 40 years. The landfill is located
along Waikoloa Road, approximately 18 miles by road from the project site.
32., Electricity, Telephone, and Cable Service (CATV) •
a. Existing Conditions
Electrical service to the project azea is provided by Hawaiian Electric
Light Company from the Waimea Power Plant and a HELCO substation
on Kamamalu Road. Telephone service is provided to the area by
Hawaiian Telcom, Inc., and CATV service is provided by Oceanic Time
Wamer Cable Company. There is an existing overhead distribution line
with electrical, telephone, and CATV service along the west side of
Pukalani Road at the project site.
b. Projected Demand
The projected average electrical demand for the proposed project is
200 kilowatts (kW) with a projected peak demand of 400 kW and
projected average monthly consumption of 36,000 kW-hours. The existing ,
electrical, telephone, and CATV systems available from the overhead
distribution line along the west side of Pukalani Road have adequate '
capacity for the proposed project.
c. Proposed Action
The proposed project would be served by overhead lines across Pukalani
Road to a new pole near the project entrance. From the new pole
underground conduits would provide onsite electrical, telephone, and
CATV distribution into the project site.
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33. Police & Fire Protection
The police and fire services for the project site aze located in Waimea, both of
which are located within 1/2 mile of the project site in the Waimea Civic Center
complex at the corner of Mamalahoa Highway and Kamamalu Street.
34. Schools
The South Kohala district public school, Waimea Elementary and Intermediate
School, is located in Waimea and accommodates an enrollment of approximately
1,195 students from kindergarten to 8"' grade. High School students commute to
Honokaa and an additional elementary school is in operation in Waikoloa. The
proposed project is not expected to impact public schools.
35. Pazks
The County's Waimea Pazk (10.5 acres) is the district's recreation center with a
~ community center, playfields and facilities for spectators, tennis courts, restrooms
and a playground for children. The proposed project is not expected to impact
parks.
E. Environmental Assessment and Analysis
36. Relationship between local short term uses of environment and
~ maintenance and enhancement of long term productivity
Local short-term use of the environment would include the development of a
former homestead and pasture area for a medical office building, which is planned
to include the Waimea Women's Center and other doctor's offices. These
services would enable greater medical services to be available to the growing
residential population in Waimea and surrounding communifies, thereby
enhancing the long-term health and productivity of the community.
37. Mitigative measures proposed to avoid, minimize, rectify or reduce impact
NHCH is committed to a holistic healing environment that is connected to the
i rural, ranching setting of the hospital, and which minimizes impacts to its
surrounding environment. NHCH proposes to achieve this by developing low-
scale structures, retaining available open spaces, natural rock walls, and mature
vegetation, by proposing landscape buffers along road frontages, and by ensuring
that adequate pazking and driveways are providing on its campus.
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38. Alternatives to the Proposed Development
Proposed Action:
In considering the proposed action, NHCH recognized the opportunity to provide
amore permanent home for the Waimea Women's Center and make available
more opportunities for doctors to have their own offices. Existing available space
for these functions in Waimea are very limited and the existing hospital and
LHMC does not have space available to accommodate these additional functions.
Developing the proposed medical office building on the project site would allow
NHCH to build in areas where access to existing roads and infrastmcture are '
available. It also ensures that NHCH will be able to maintain more open space , ,
behind, or to the south of, the existing hospital, where patient rooms look out on
pastures and distant views of Mauna Kea. '
Development on this project site also allows NHCH greater flexibility to
reconfigure supporting facilities and functions at its hospital in the future should
the need arise, though no plans exist at this present time.
No-Action Alternative:
The "no-action" alternative would retain the present undeveloped and vacant `
status of the site. This action was not pursued fiuther because it would have
limited NHCH from developing lands that are otherwise accessible to existing
roads and infrastructure. Other hospital lands are less ready for development
because of their lack of proximity to available infrastructure. Other areas closer
to the existing hospital would also impact existing open space views from patient
rooms. This alternative would also have limited the availability of additional
medical services to the growing Waimea and South Kohala communities. ,
Alternative Use of the site:
The proposed medical office building addresses the NHCH's most pressing needs. '
Other alternative uses that NHCH has discussed, including housing, additional
physical and recreational therapy facilities, long-term care facilities, have not
been identified as its most pressing needs and may ultimately be addressed at a
later, as yet undetermined date as NHCH continues to develop its campus
concurrent with available financial resources and as basic infrastructures become ,
more available for the remainder of its lands.
39. Irreversible and irretrievable commitments of natural resources that would
be involved if proposed action implemented
Based on the technical studies noted within the application, no significant natural,
cultural, or azchaeological resources would be affected by proposed development
of the project site.
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Appendix A
Traffic Assessment (January 2007)
Julian Ng, Inc.
Traffic Assessment
Medical Office Building, North Hawaii Community Hospital
Waimea, Hawaii
TMK 6-7-02: 49
January 2007
The North Hawaii Community Hospital has proposed to construct a medical office
building on a portion of their existing campus in Waimea, Hawaii. The project site is located
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south of the existing hospital building and will have its primary vehicular access from
Pukalani Road. Figure 1 shows the project location and the surrounding street system.
The proposed medical office building will house a women's center, general surgeons'
offices, and additional space for several doctors. The services provided by the building will
support ongoing activities at the existing hospital. A parking lot will be provided adjacent to
the building neaz Pukalani Road. The hospital's internal roadway system will provide a
connection from existing parking areas to the new parking lot and some of the traffic
generated by the new medical office building is expected to be to or from the hospital.
However, the trip estimates prepared as part of this assessment have assumed that all of the
traffic generated by the proposed medical office building will use Pukalani Road.
The traffic volumes generated by the proposed project at completion and full use have
been estimated for various time periods using trip rates from the widely used reference, Trip
Generation, a publication of the Institute of Transportation Engineers. Four peak hours on an
average weekday have been considered: the morning peak hour of traffic on the highway
(AM Peak Hour), the morning peak hour ofsite-generated traffic, the afternoon peak hour of
site-generated traffic, and the afternoon peak hour of traffic on the highway (PM Peak Hour).
Table 1 shows the traffic generation rates that were applied and the computed vehicular trips
for a medical office building with a gross floor area of approximately 16,800 square feet.
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Table 1-Traffic Generation for Medical OfSce Building
Trip rates (per 1,000 square Vehicle trips generated
feet gross building area) * (16,800 square feet)
Time eriod Total tri s distribution enter exit
Average weekday 36.13 50%enterin 300 300
' AM Peak Hour of traffic 2.48 79%enterin 33 9
~ AM site peak hour 3.62 66%enterin 40 21
~ PM site peak hour 4.45 40%enterin 30 45
PM Peak Hour of traffic 3.72 27%enterin 17 46
Saturday 8.96 50%enterin 80 80
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Highest hourly traffic 40 46
* Source: Institute of Transportation Engineers, Trip Generation, T° Edition
The traffic generated by the development will be less than the threshold suggested by
the Institute of Transportation Engineers "that a traffic access/impact study be conducted
1 whenever a proposed development will generate 100 or more added (new) peak direction
trips to or from the site during the adjacent roadways' peak hours or the development's peak
hour" (Traffzc Access and Impact Studies for Site Development, Washington, D.C., 1991).
The project, therefore, is not expected to have a significant impact to traffic conditions in the
azea. The remainder of this report provides additional infonnation to support the conclusion
that the development will not have significant traffic impacts.
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Existing Conditions
The proposed project is located in Waimea, Hawaii. Mamalahoa Highway (Hawaii
Belt Road) passes through Waimea and is adjacent to and north of the hospital. Mamalahoa
Highway is the only public roadway serving traffic in and out of Waimea from the east side
of the island of Hawaii, and it serves local traffic to and from various public, business, and
residential uses located along the highway. Traffic from the proposed project will enter or
leave the highway at Pukalani Road.
In the vicinity of Pukalani Road, the Hawaii Belt Road is five lanes wide, with two
lanes for traffic in each direction and a left tutu lane between the traffic lanes. About 1,200
feet to the east, the Hawaii Belt Road narrows to become atwo-lane undivided highway.
Approximately 1,000 feet to the west, traffic to the west side of the island can either continue
on Mamalahoa Highway or use Lindsay Road to connect to Kawaihae Road.
A traffic signal controls movements at the intersection of 1'ukalani Road and
Mamalahoa Highway. The north leg of the intersection is the middle driveway to a shopping
center. The east and west legs of the intersection are the highway links, east towazd the
Hamakua coast, and west toward the Kona coast, of the Big Island. The south leg is Pukalani
Road, athree-lane roadway that is striped for one lane of traffic in each direction and a
median turn lane for left turns in and out of driveways serving adjoining properties. The
improved portion of this road extends for approximately one-quarter mile south of the
highway. A driveway from the hospital site near the end of the improved portion of Pukalani
Road will serve the proposed medical office building.
The State Highways Division's estimates of average daily traffic (ADT) for the
segment of the Hawaii Belt Road near the project site (from the State Department of
Transportation, Traffc Summary -Island of Hawaii 2002, the latest published information)
aze shown in Table 2. Lineaz regression analyses (curve-fitting) were used to determine that
the average increase in daily traffic volumes on the highway has been approximately 125
vehicles per day each year. A similar regression analysis for a constant rate of growth
indicates an average growth rate of 0.65% per year. With either method, the extrapolated
ADT for 2010 based on the past trend would be 20,900 vehicles per day.
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Table 2 -Highway Traffic ADTs
Hawaii Belt Road Hi hwa 11
ear Kamamalu Street to Mamalahoa Hi hwa
1994 18 571
1996 18,668
1998 20,106
2000 20,773
2002 18,781
Source: State of Hawaii, Department of Transportation. Traffic
Summa - Island o Hawaii 2002.
Factors provided in the Traj~c Summary report were used to compute peak hour
volumes on Hawaii Belt Road. Two-way volumes on the highway in 2002 were 1,500
vehicles per hour in the AM Peak Hour and 1,600 vehicles per hour in the PM Peak Hour.
Traffic counts taken in June, 2004 (State of Hawaii, Department of Transportation, Traffic
Survey Data -Island of
Hawaii 2004, Stations 10 and 10-F) showed 24-hour totals of 20,929
vehicles per day on the east leg of the intersection of Hawaii Belt Road and Lindsay Road,
and 15,071 vehicles per day on Hawaii Belt Road (Mamalahoa Highway) two miles east of
Kamamalu Street (Kamamalu Street is approximately 1,900 feet east of Pukalani Road).
Two-way peak hour volumes recorded in 2004 were 1,323 vehicles per hour east of
Lindsay Road and 1,206 vehicles per hour two miles east of Kamamalu Street in the AM
Peak Hour, and 1,516 vehicles per hour east of Lindsay Road and 1,361 vehicles per hour
two miles east of Kamamalu Street in the PM Peak Hour.
'i Existing traffic conditions in Waimea are described as congested for most of the day.
The single, narrow highway and the many driveways result in slow-moving traffic. The
County of Hawaii Planning Department is conducting a traffic circulation study to address
the existing situation. The study is expected to be completed in early-2007 and will include
recommendations for both short-term improvements and long-range improvements. Short-
term improvements will include traffic operational changes such as traffic signal timing
adjustments, while long-range improvements will include new roadways and additional
modifications to traffic flow.
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Impact of the Proposed Development
The traffic impact of the proposed project was considered by evaluating conditions at
the intersection of Hawaii, Belt Road and Pukalani Road. Conditions at signalized
intersections are described by "Levels of Service" which are related to the average delay
incurred by drivers using the intersection. Six levels of service are defined, ranging from
"A" for good conditions to "F" for poor conditions.
Level of Service A describes little or no delay, with average delays of no more than 10
seconds per vehicle. Level of Service B describes short delays of 10 to 25 seconds. Level of
Service C is considered "average" conditions, with delays greater than 25 but no more than
40 seconds per vehicle. Level of Service D describes long delays of more than 40 seconds
but no more than 55 seconds. Level of Service E describes very long delays typical of near-
capacity conditions, with delays greater than 55 seconds but not more than 80 seconds.
Level of Service F describes conditions when delays are greater than 80 seconds.
In determining levels of service, traffic composition and volumes, intersection
geometry, and signal timing aze considered. Field measurements of physical characteristics
of an intersection, traffic volumes, and signal timing can be used to compute delays and
determine levels of service. For this assessment, however, a simplified evaluation procedure
was applied and traffic estimates were used in lieu of field counts. Traffic assignments at the
intersection, in equivalent passenger cars per hour, for year 2010 were developed for various
hours of a typical weekday by applying the derived annual growth rate described above to
traffic counts taken in. The traffic assignments, shown in Figure 2, represent the baseline, or
without project condition for each of the four weekday hours being considered. Project
traffic volumes were added to the baseline volumes for the "with project" traffic volumes,
shown in Figure 3.
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The simplified analysis of the intersection, using a "Critical Movement Analysis" that
determines the conflicting movements and computes a sum for the intersection was used. In
this analysis, a sum of 1,400 passenger cars per hour was considered the capacity of the
intersection, and "Levels of Service" were based on the relationship between levels of service
and the critical movement sum shown below.
Levels of Service -Signalized Intersections
Critical Movement Sum 770 910 1,050 1,190 1,400 >1,400
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Level of Service A B C D E F
Level of Service D is considered acceptable for urban conditions such as in Waimea.
Any unacceptable conditions would mean that improvements should be done.
Table 3 presents the results of the analyses. At the intersection during both the
afternoon site peak hour and the PM Peak Hour, Level of Service E conditions were found in
the baseline condition, indicating improvements are already needed. The addition of project
traffic, however, does not change the levels of service.
The comparison of the sum of the critical movements and the traffic volumes on the
highway for baseline and with-project conditions were compared. At the intersection, the
increase in the sum of critical movements is less than one-third of the range of one level of
service (i.e. the highest increase of 46 passenger cars per hour is less than one-third of the
typical difference of 140 passenger cars per hour between the levels of service).
The with-project traffic volumes, which had assumed that any traffic destined to or
originating from the proposed medical office building will be new traffic that is added to
traffic already on the roadway, would be less than 4% higher than the baseline volumes. This
increase would be approximately equal to the increase that would occur in six years at the
previously described annual growth rate of 0.65% per year.
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Table 3 -Analysis Results -Hawaii Belt Road and Pukalani Road
AM Peak Site eak hours PM Peak
Hour momin afternoon Hour
Hawaii Belt Road west of Pukalani Road
volume, baseline 1,380 1,505 1,615 1,570
volume, with-project 1,410 1,560 1,660 1,610
j Increase in traffic volume 30 (2.2%) 55 (3.7%) 45 (2.8%) 40 (2.5%)
Hawaii Belt Road and Pukalani Road intersection
~ Critical movement sum and 1,085 1,080 1,335 1,340
LOS, baseline D D E E
Critical movement sum and 1,125 1,100 1,380 1,385
LOS, with-project D D E E
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Increase in critical 40(3.7%) 20 (1.9%) 45 (3.4%) 45 {3.4%)
movement sum
Years of growth at 0.65% 5.7 2.9 5.2 5.2
Hawaii Belt Road east of Pukalani Road
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volume, baseline -1,315 1,145 1,510 1,495
volume, with-project 1,325 1,150 1,540 1,520
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~ Increase in traffic volume 10 (0.8%) 5 (0.4%) 30 (2.0%) 25 (1.7%)
1 Conclusions
~ The traffic volumes that would be generated by the proposed medical office building
have been estimated to be less than the guideline of an increase of 100 vehicles per hour
suggested by the Institute of Transportation Engineers for conducting a traffic impact or site
access study. The project traffic impact, therefore, is not expected to be significant.
The traffic impact of the project was identified by estimating baseline volumes and
with-project traffic volumes at the intersection of Hawaii Belt Road and Pukalani Road. The
greatest impact at this intersection, assuming that all project traffic will be added to the
highway traffic, will be an increase of less than 4% of existing traffic volumes.
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Appendix B
Archaeological Inventory Survey (February 2007)
Thomas Wolforfh, M.S.
SCS 778-1
ARCHAEOLOGICAL INVENTORY SURVEY
FOR THE
NORTH HAWAII COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
MEDICAL OFFICE PARK
Pu`ukapu and Waikoloa Ahupua`a,
South Kohala District, Island of Hawaii
TMK: (3) 6-7-002:20 and 6-7-002:02 portion of 51
Prepared by
Thomas Wollorth, M.S.
February, 2007
Prepazed for
Belt Collins Hawaii, Ltd
2153 North King Street, Suite 200
Honolulu, HI 96519-4554
ABSTRACT
North Hawaii Community Hospital (NHCH) plans to build a Medical Office Park (MOP) on
approximately 4.4 acres that straddles the ahupua'a of Pu`ukapu and Waikoloa in South Kohala (TMK:
(3) 6-7-002:20 and 6-7-002:02 portion of 51). Scientific Consultant Services, Inc. conducted an
Archaeological Inventory Survey for that property. Material remains associated with residential
occupancy dating to the 21"century has modified resources that historical documentation indicates
existed within the project area. Consequently, there are no significant archaeological sites within the
project, and no further archaeological work is necessary.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ABSTRACT i
INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................1
PHYSICAL SETTING .............................................................................................................................1
CULTURAL SETTING ............................................................................................................................3
Land Cornmission Awards ....................................................................................................................7
Previous Archaeology and Project Expectations 7
RESULTS ...................................................................................................................................................11
METHODS .............................................................................................................................................11
CULTURAL MODIFICATIONS ...........................................................................................................12
KOKI CEMETERY ................................................................................................................................14
CONCLUSION ...........................................................................................................................................14
DISCUSSION .........................................................................................................................................14
`Auwai is Visible Neazby ....................................................................................................................15
The Hillslope is Smooth Where the `Auwai used to be Within the Project Area I S
SIGNIFICANCE ASSESSMENTS ............................................................................................................16
RECOMMENDATIONS ............................................................................................................................16
REFERENCES CITED ...............................................................................................................................17
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1. Project Area TMK ..............:.........................................................................................................1
Figure 2, Project Location. Kamuela 1995 USGS quadrangle ...................................................................2
Figure 3. Central portion of the project azea. View to East 3
Figure 4. `Auwai in the Project Area ...........................................................................................................4
Figure 5. Irrigation Ditches Associated with the Project Area (adapted from Wolforth 1999) ...................6
Figure 6. Sites Surrounding MOP Identified in Burtchard and Tomonari Tuggle 2005 (Modified from
Burtchazd and Tomonari Tuggle 2005) 10
Figure 7. Air Photograph taken in 2005 .....................................................................................................11
Figure 8. Material Concentrations in the Project Area ..............................................................................12
Figure 9. House azea. View to North ........................................................................................................13
Figure 10. Shed remains. View to West ......................................................................_............................14
Figure 11. Auwai South of Project Area in Level Terrain. View from the Road to Northeast ................16
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1. Previous Archaeological Studies in the Ahupua'a S
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INTRODUCTION
North Hawaii Community Hospital (NHCH) plans to build a Medical Office Pazk (MOP) on
approximately 4.4 acres that straddles the ohupua'a of Pu`ukapu and Waikoloa in South Kohala (TMK:
(3) 6-7-002:20 and 6-7-002:02 portion of 51). The project azea is an irregulaz polygon with a western
boundary at Pukalani Road, and the remainder adjacent to existing NHCH lands (Figures 1 and 2). A
portion of the southern boundary is adjacent to a small parcel TMK (3) 6-7-002:10 that is not owned by
the NHCH (shown in white in Figure 1). The project area will be grubbed and graded, and landscaped to
facilitate the construction of a parking lot, several small buildings, walkways, and a courtyard associated
with the Medical Office Park.
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PHYSICAL SETTING
The project area is at approximately 2700 feet about sea level near the confluence of Kohala and
Mauna Kea flows. Lava flows from these two volcanoes aze well over 10,000 years old (Wolfe and
Moms 1996). The fine sand to silty sediment known as Pahala Ash soils cover the project azea (Sato et
al. 1973:100). Saprolitic boulders and rocks aze included within these soils. Mean annual temperatures
are in the 60's (Fahrenheit). The winter is colder with temperatures reaching neaz freezing, especially as
experienced with the wind chill factor. Observations that were made and recorded by many during the
19'" and eazly 20`h centuries indicates that colder weather was more common than it is today (Burtchazd
and Tomonari Tuggle 2005:10).
The majority of the project area is level. The eastern edge of the project area is a sloping hillside.
Non-native grasses cover most of the area, with non-native trees along most of the perimeter (Figure 3).
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CULTURAL SETTING
The land divisions of Waimea are complex (Burchazd and Tomonazi Tuggle 2005:17-18). In
brief those that are associated with this project azea can be envisioned as:
Moku: Hawaii
District: South Kohala
Ahupua`a: Waimea
`Ili kGpono: Waikoloa and Pu`ukapu
`Ili `aina in Waikoloa: Makahikilua
`Ili `aina in Pu`ukapu: Paulama
The division between the `Ili kupono of Waikoloa and Pu`ukapu is in the western portion of the
project azea (Figure 4).
There is a relative paucity of legendary associations with the Waimea area. This may reflect a
corresponding dearth of occupation and use of the azea during pre-Contact times. `Olelo about Waimea
relate to the relatively inhospitable landscape.
Hele po'ala 1 ka anu o Waimea.
Going in a circle in the cold of Waimea.
Said of a person who goes in circles and gets nowhere. Waime, Hawaii, is a cold place
and when foggy, it is easy for one unfamiliaz with the place to lose his way.
[Pukui ]983:83 #757].
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Recent investigations in the Waimea azea (Burtchard and Tomonari Tuggle 2005) include a
reassessment of the available azchaeological data to suggest that the azea was spazsely inhabited during
the pre-Contact times.
Paucity of midden remains associated with these localities plus minimal investment in
stmctural features at these sites, implies that residence was relatively short-term, most
plausibly associated with agricultural activities in fields set off by the field ridges in their
near vicinity. While not in itself definitive, charred sweet potato remains recovered from
Site 8803 aze consistent with use of the fields for production of this commodity.
Development of, or intensification in, use of the field system (with concomitant affect on
residence) during Kamehameha's stay at Kawaihae is possible, indeed probable. Extant
data, however, while consistent with that interpretation, are not sufficiently fine-grained
to correlate to the event with precision. In any case, data suggest that eazliest residence
and agricultural pursuits had ceased by 1802. Subsequent and separate periods of use and
abandonment of commercial agriculture and residence followed in the period between
1835 and the eazly 1900, and is reflected in the project azea's more recent historical and
azchaeological record [Burtchazd and Tomonari Tuggle 2005:117].
Based on the available data, a conservative estimate for Ure arrival of people in Ute Waimea is
circa 1400s AD (Burtchazd and Tomonazi Tuggle 2005:116). Some radiocarbon dates can be interpreted
as indicating an eazlier arrival, perhaps as early as the 1100s AD (Gordy 2000:312), or somewhat later in
the 1300s AD (Wolforth 1999). Whatever the date of arrival, the manner in which those residents settled
and used the land is still a matter to be fully understood, depending upon how one interprets the
information regazding the irrigation system, sometimes referred to as the Lalamilo Field System.
The extensive network of irrigation ditches ('auwai) over the rolling hills and plains of the
Waimea area have been the focus of two data recovery azchaeological studies (Clazk and Kirch 1983;
Burtchazd and Tomonari Tuggle 2005), and others have supplied some relevant data (Thompson and
Rosendahl 1992; Wolforth 1999) (Figure 5). The eazly archaeological studies have combined to suggest
that the irrigation network and associated agricultural fields were created perhaps as eazly as the 1300s
AD, with a developing complexity that peaked in the 1700s AD (Gordy 2000:312). Recent investigations
have resulted in the consideration of a radically different interpretation (Burtchard and Tomonoari Tuggle
2005): that all of the fields were built after the arrival of Europeans to the azea, in particulaz in association
with the short-lived sugaz industry at Waimea in the early 1800s.
This new interpretation is well-developed, and incorporates important contextual data such as soil
capacity for water retention, and changing climatological patterns during the late historical period in
Hawaii. Additional studies aze needed to be able to conclude whether it explains the origin and use of
the fields appropriately, however. Until that time, it is appropriate to leave the chronology of the
irrigation fields open.
Oral histories supply information on a significant event that effected those living in the Waimea
azea during the reign of Lonoikamakahiki, who may have ruled circa 1640 to 1660 ADS: the battle of
Pu`u`owa`owaka. This battle was an engagement between Maui forces bent on conquest of the island of
Hawaii and the amues defending Hawaii (Fomander 1996:123; Kamakau 1992:58). The Maui forces
were led by Kamalalawalu, and the ruler of Hawaii at that time was Lonoikamakahiki.
~ See Gordy (2000:84) for a discussion of alternative chronologies for island genealogies.
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Kamalalawalu's warrior fleet landed at Puako. The local Waimea chief Kanaloauo
(Kanaloakuaana in Fomander 1996; Kanaloa-kua`ana, son of Keawe-nui-a `Umi in Kamakau 1992:58)
mazched down from Waimea to engage the Maui forces knowing the futility of their situation (Fornander
1996:123). His forces were completely overwhelmed by the Maui army at Puako. On his way inland
Kamalalawalu encountered two local ali `i, Kumaikeau and Kumakaia (one was named Puhau-kole in
Kamakau 1992:58). These two men feigned allegiance to Kamalalawalu, providing the Maui aggressor
with false information regarding the best tactics to engage the Hawaiian forces, and indicating that the
locals would welcome Kamalalawalu's advance. Kamalalawalu was so encouraged by these devices that
he even acted on their recommendation to destroy all of his own canoes to prevent the certain-to-be
defeated Hawaiian farces from using them in their retreat. Ultimately Kama was led to the eventual
battlefield by their advice that "Lonoikamakahiki is your sure prey. There is the place he may be killed
by you; that hill upland of Waimea, Hokuula by name. Once you stand thereon with your warriors, your
duty will be simply to roll the rocks from above" (Elbert 1959:188).
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"The battlefield of Pu`oa`oaka was outside of the grassy plain of Waimea, but the men of
Hawaii were afraid of being taken captive by Kama, so they led to the waterless plain lest
Maui's warriors find water and hazd, waterworn pebbles. The men of Hawaii feared that the
Maui warriors would find water to drink and become stronger for the slinging of stones that
would fall like raindrops from the sky" (Kamakau 1992:58-59).
The Hawaiian forces overwhelmed those from Maui, pursuing them to Puako, slaughtering the
retreating Maui army along the way. They ultimately perished on the coast next to their broken canoes
(Elbert 1959; Kamakau 1992).
Land Commission Awards
There is one Land Commission Awazd (LCA) for this project area: Number 4037. The claimant
for LCA 4037 was Anthony D. Allen, also known as Milika`a. According to the testimony associated
with this lot, Milika`a lived on that 3.83 acres of land with two houses within an unspecified kind of
enclosure over an unspecified portion of the lot.
Anthony D. Allen's father was a freed slave that became a successful businessman in Honolulu.
(Stewart 1970:157). "Allen, Sr. died in 1835 and was buried in Waimea" (Burchard and Tomonari
Tuggle 2005:A-3).
There is no mention of other modifications to the land. There aze several other houselots with
multiple residents within enclosures within a mile radius of the project area in the LCA documentation
(Burtchazd and Tomonari Tuggle 2005:37). These are very similaz in size and content to the one within
the project area.
Previous Archaeology and Project Expectations
Many archaeological investigations have been conducted within this large ahupua'a that ranges
from the Kohala Mountains, the slopes of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa, to along the shoreline from
Kawaihae to `Anaeho`omalu Bay. They have been concentrated in several areas of Waikoloa: along the
coast, in Waimea, and in the northern portion of the ahupua `a between the coast and Waimea (Table 1).
The results of these investigations in conjunction with the traditional history of the area provide data
sufficient to construct an outline of cultural developments in the region and their chronology.
Archaeological remains within inland caves suggests that the initial occupation of the Waikoloa
azea may have occurred as early as A.D. 780 (Jensen 1989). The presence of small modified lava blisters
near the coast with tools and food debris indicates that by A.D. 900 (Kirch 1975, 1979) people were
coming to the azea [o extract marine resources. More permanent and continuous use of the coast is
reflected in the construction offish ponds and lazger habitation structures by A.D. 1200 (Welch 1989).
Population increased and the social structure became more complex (Earle 1978; Cordy 2000).
Settlements were dispersed along the entire Waikoloa coast with concentrations of people, and features
reflecting more intensive resource extraction (i.e. fishponds and salt pans) and places of political power
(i.e. heaiu) at `Anaeho`omalu, Kalahuipua`a, Lalamilo, Puako, and Kawaihae.
During the centuries of sustained permanent occupation in Waikoloa from the 1300s through the
late 1700s, trails were built to facilitate movement of people along the shoreline, between higher and
lower elevations, and between villages (Ban•era 1971; Ching 1971; Rosendahl 1972; Walker and
Rosendahl 1986 Trails connecting to the shoreline have been observed to be directly in line with
previously unsurveyed areas within the Saddle Road Extension project area. An older trail paralleling the
ocean was subsequently built over in the historical era by the Kiholo-Puako, or "King's Trail" (Cordy
1995; Walker and Rosendahl 1986).
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Table I. Previous Archaeolo ical Studies in the Ahu ua `a.
Reference Investi a[ion Location Results
Reinecke 1930 Reconnaissance Re Tonal Identified sites alon the coast
Batrera 1971 Reconnaissance `Anaeho`omalu Com lexes over 500 acres
Ching 1971 Reconnaissance Kailua to Roughly 1000 sites along corridor
Kawaihae
Rosendahl 1972 Data Recove `Anaeho`omalu Vane of sites
Bevac ua 1972 Reconnaissance 'Anaeho`omatu Varie of sites
Kirch 1979 Data Recove Kalahiu ua`a Marine ex loitation
Clark and Kirch Invento Surve Waikoloa A 'cultural fields, burial, habitation
Welch 1984 Reconnaissance Puako Petroglyphs
etro 1 hs
Walker and Rosendahl 1986 Invento Surve `Anaeho`omalu Heaiu and associated features
Donham 1987 Data Recove Waikoloa Varie datin to as eazl as A.D, 960
Cord 1987 S thesis Waikoloa Ahualono rote reta[ion
Jensen and Donham 1988 Invento Surve Waikoloa ua sites
Jensen 1988 Invento Surve Waikoloa Abrader basins and habitation
Welch 1989 Invento Surve Pauoa Ba Fish and
Jensen 1989a Inventory Survey Pauoa Bay Temporary habitation, caves, abrader
basins, trails
Jensen 1989b Invento Surve Pauoa Ba Caves abrader basins, trails
Jensen ] 989c Invento Surve Pauoa Ba 18 sites: caves, habitation etro I hs
Jensen and Bur ett 1991 Invento Surv Waikoloa Probable burial features
Drolet and Schilz 1991 Invento Surve Mauna Lani Varie of sites
Jensen 1991 Data Recove Pauoa Ba Habitation cave datin to 960 A.D.
Schilz and Shun 1991 Invento Surve Puako Prehistoric and historic sites
Landrum er al. 1992 Invento Surve Mauna Lani Man abrader uarries
Landrum 1993 Invento Surve `Anaeho`omalu Vazie of sites
Lass 1995 Test Excavations `Anaeho`omalu Habitation
Halpern and Rosendahl Inventory Survey Mauna Lani Ponds and petroglyphs
1996
Drolet and Clark 1997 Invento Surve Mauna Lani Tem or habitation
Bur ett et al. 1998 lnvento Surve Mauna Lani Abrader manufacture features
Rosendahl 2000a Invento Surve Waikoloa Historic and rehistoric features
Rosendahl 2000b Reconnaissance Waikoloa No sites
Jensen 2000 Data Recove Waikoloa Cave excavation: [em or habitation
Wolforth 2003 Burial Plan Waikoloa Three historical burials in one cave
O'Hare et al. 2003 Data Recove Waikoloa Pdhoehoe excavations
Haun 2004 Invento Surve Waikoloa Abrader basins
Wolforth and Wilson 2004 Invento Surve Waikoloa Abrader basins, trails lava uarries
Burtchazd and Tomonari Data Recovery Waikoloa Agricultural fields, burial, habitation
Tu le 2005
Natural lava tubes were modified to accommodate people during times of warfaze, and for places
to work and inter the dead (Berrera 1971; Donham 1986). In addition, there is one named cave that mazks
a place along the border between Kohala and Kona. A series of paved platfontts situated approximately 3
miles (4.8 kilometers) inland from `Anaeho`omalu have been interpreted as burial features (Jensen and
Burgett ]991). Although an absence of archaeological excavations in those features leaves that
proposition untested, the size, shape and especially the fine paving and construction of the architecture
makes that a likely proposition. The rationale for the situation of multiple burial platforms so faz from
habitation areas and other utilized areas, and their scattered, seemingly random placement on the rough
lava is unknown at this time.
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Many of the azchaeological investigations have recorded quany and manufacture areas for
abraders (cf. Ching 1971; Kirch 1979; Jensen and Donham 1988). These aze evident in small pits in the
lava, often with pieces of bedrock moved from the inside to the rim of the pit. There aze also grooves and
shallow lines in the bedrock that appear to have been created by rubbing pieces of rock against the
bedrock, most likely to shape the quarried rock. Some of the outcrops contain a rough, scoriaceous lava
that is pazticularly well-suited as raw material for abrading tools
Petroglyphs were created along the shoreline trail (Cox and Stasack 1990). Some were pecked
into the smoothed basins created in the abrader manufacture process (Gordy 2000:232). Battles were
fought in several places in the ahupua`a, and warriors traveled through the region to battles fought
elsewhere (Fomander 1996; Kalakaua 1990; Kamakau 1996; Malo 1951). The development of the region
as a place of power culminated in the enhancement of the Pu`ukohola Heiau by Kamehameha in the late
1700s, and the consecration of the remodeled heiau with the death of Keoua (Desha 2000; Kamakau
1996; Malo 1951).
The greatest concentration of population settlement in Waikoloa was at Waimea (Hommon ] 982;
Kirch 1975). The Mauna Kea soils were enhanced for cultivation with water from the Kohala Mountains
via a network of channels referred to as the Lalamilo Field Sys[em (Clazk and Kirch 1983). Based on
several sources of data, it appears that the channel network was created during the late 12th century (Clazk
1983; Wolforth 1999), although recent evaluations of the context and radiocazbon dates suggests that the
field system may be a historical development (Burtchard and Tomonari Tuggle 2005). Permanent
population has continued in Waimea to date, while the field system was abandoned after transformation
for alien cultivated species in the mid-1800s (McEldowney 1983).
There is evidence that a type of floodwater farming occurred within the banen zone that was
dependent on intermittent seasonal flows of surface water (Rosendahl 1972). Several small agricultural
features were identified within the narrow Kamakoa Gulch (Jensen and Burgett (1991), and similaz
features identified near the base of Pu`u Hinai (Bevacqua 1971). These areas are not far from the "Aina
Mahi"just upslope from Pu`u Hinai noted in the historical map
Based on the size and configuration of the ahupua'a of Waikoloa, it is assumed that people
within Waikoloa had direct access to the cultivated fields of Waimea and the marine, grass, and lava
resources at lower elevations and along the coast. At the least, it is expected that these resources were
moved and exchanged between the coast and population concentration at Waimea.
Data recovery work was conducted in the lands surrounding the MOP project area (Burtchard and
Tomonori Tuggle 2005) (Figure 6). Site 21850 is the BrighUSpencer Lot that was first used as a
habitation in the 1850s. There is a small 'auwai that was used to supply water to that residential azea.
Site 21851 is a platform terrace at the location of a habitation for the Spencer family. It was occupied in
the late 1800s and eazly ] 900s. Site 21866 is a stone wall enclosure with residence that dates to circa
1920. Site 21872 is a kuleana lot area, that is currently covered with fill.
Based on the archaeological and historical data and the particulaz physical setting of the project
area, one `auwai is expected within the project azea. In addition, the LCA associated with the project area
indicates that there was a residence here as early as the middle 1800s. The azea was also inhabited until
very recently (Figure 7). Habitation features associated with the recent occupation aze expected, and
these may obscure evidence of eazlier use and habitation.
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RESULTS
METHODS
The methods applied to this project were designed to address the particulaz situation manifest in
the physical setting. Pedestrian survey was conducted at 15 meter intervals by myself over 100% of the
project azea in less than one day. Spazse vegetation facilitated clear viewing. Particular attention was
paid to the periphery of the project area that is covered in small trees, and along the hillside where maps
indicate that an 'auwai was once present. No test excavations were conducted. None were warranted
based on the results of the surface survey, as explained below. No material remains were collected.
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CULTURAL MODIFICATIONS
There is evidence of cultural modification at the project azea: modem residential occupation
comprising the entire project azea (Figure 8). Several concentrations of material remains provide some
indication as to how this landscape was used during the recent past, and these aze numbered on Figure 8.
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The bulldozed remains of the main house and outbuildings (1) aze situated at the eastern end of
the driveway. There aze large concrete chunks, modem shoes, cut animal bone, plastic pipes, broken
china, and other indications of habitation within the house that was standing as recently as 2005 in this
location (Figure 9). A second concentration of debris is located in the southern extreme of this area,
under the mango trees at the property's edge. Material here includes bricks, cut bone, bottles from the
second half of the 20t° century, 55 gallon dnrm, food tins, and jars. These items suggest that this area may
have been associated with food storage and/or processing.
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Some kind of shed with a tin roof was situated near the driveway (2). Tires, cut bone, and milled
wood aze present there. Another shed (3) is situated along a wall (Figure ]0). Milled wood, corrugated
tin, and a sink suggest that food processing may have taken place in this location.
There aze three material concentrations along the northern periphery of the property. Tires, a
wheel barrow, plastic buckets, wood boxes with nailed on tin, and plastic pipes (4) aze reminiscent of
small animal husbandry, perhaps for roosters. Remains associated with another home, such as a modern
washer and drier, toys, and kitchen utensils and appliances are scattered along the northern project edge
(5). This may also represent the homestead's dump area. Amsted, circa early 1950s truck rests in the
northeast project area {6).
There are two material scatters east beyond the project area. A bottle dump, with bottles less than
50 years old, is situated along a wall (7). Corrugated tin, and metal "poles" (fallen) here (8) suggest that
some kind of out building was located here. Another rusted car, circa 1960s, is located south of the house
area (9).
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KOKICEMETERY
The Koki Cemetery is situated adjacent to the south of the project area. It is separated from the
project azea by a wire fence. There aze 15 marked gravesites in this 13 by 13 meter azea. There may be
other unmarked ones. Grave plots vary in shape and construction technique, indicative of changing
gravesite styles over time. Dates and names are mazked on only some of the graves, while others lack
markings of any kind. The oldest marked grave is for a death in 1907, and the most recent is for a death
in 1959.
CONCLUSION
DISCUSSION
The historical documentation associated with the project azea clearly indicate that this area was
utilized during the historical period: Mahele data put a resident here in the mid-1830s, the community
around here was involved with agriculture and ranching throughout the 1800s, an 'auwai is documented
to have passed through here, and the Koki cemetery (which is not within the project area) has tombstones
with death dates as eazly as 1901. Consequently, people occupied and utilized the azea during the
historical era, and probably prior to that in the pre-Contact era. However, the continued use of the area
throughout the modem era, up to 2005 when the house was bulldozed, has altered the place to such an
extent that there aze no "intact" azchaeological remains that could be evaluated as being significant.
The main household area in the east central portion of the project azea was probably built over a
previous household. Similarly, a second eazly household may have existed in the northwestern portion of
the project azea (at Areas 3, 4, and 5), but that has been modified with the continued use of that azea up to
modem times.
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There are two eazlier cultural modifications that have not been impacted by continuous household
upgrades, but have been modified sometime during over a century's passage: a wall, and the 'auwai. The
wall that is oriented roughly north-south in the western third of the project azea has been disturbed to such
an extent that it is not clear how it was used. Currently it is an "L" shape, lacking sides that would
enclose a space. It is not aligned with LCA, or TMK parcels. Although it is possibly a ranching
construct, and consequently dates to circa middle or late 1800s, the lack of integrity of shape, which
precludes a clear determination of function (it may have been a kuleana wall, or something else), is such
that this is not a significant historical resource.
There is no surface indication of an 'auwai within the MOP project azea. There is, however, clear
evidence of the `auwai immediately to the north of the project area, and to the south of it. The 'auwai to
the north displays an interesting configuration; it "hangs" alongside the sloping hillside. This
phenomenon is typical of 'auwai that function to move water azound sloping terrain (cf. Wolforth 2005);
the 'auwai is dug into the hillside and follows a path that is perpendiculaz to the sloping elevation. This
particulaz 'auwai is clearly visible hanging on the hillside north of the project area, where it abruptly ends
at the north boundary of the project azea. Close inspection of the entire eastern side of the project azea
indicates that the 'auwai is no longer present here.
There aze two reasons that one can expect that, in addition to lacking surface evidence, there is no
subsurface evidence of the 'auwai remaining within the project area: 1) it is visible neazby, and 2) the
sloping hillside in the project area is smooth.
`Auwai is Visible Nearby
The fact that this hanging 'auwai is visible neazby indicates that natural erosional processes are
not sufficient in and of themselves to obliterate or otherwise disturb the form of the ditch on the hillslope.
In other words, if one was to assume that the lack of visible expression of the 'auwai within the project
area is due to erosion, then likewise, there should be no visible expression of that same 'auwai to the
north and east of the project azea. The correlate of this observation is that the occupants of the project
area must have willfully destroyed the 'auwai there. This is a likely scenario, because it would be very
advantageous to remove a ditch that would otherwise bring waters directly into a yazd and house that
receives potable water from local utilities.
The Hillslope is Smooth Where the `Auwai used to be Within the Project Area
A hanging `auwai on a hillslope is created by cutting the slope and placing that fill on the
downslope side. This creates a wide channel that stands out very clearly from the surrounding terrain.
Even if natural erosion took place here, one would see some physical anomaly on the sloping terrain.
There aze no obvious or subtle deviations from the slope on this hillside. The complete lack of natural
anomaly here is further indication that the 'auwai was willfully destroyed, probably with heavy
machinery.
The possibility that the 'auwai did not hang on the slope within the project area, and that it
occurred elsewhere within the MOP area, was considered. Two points are known for the `auwai beyond
the project azea: immediately north of the project boundary, and under the neazby road south of the
project area (see Figure 4, and Figure 11). To get water from the last know point in the north to the
known point in the south, that water must stay at or near an elevation that is only present on the hillslope
within the project area. The water cannot travel down into the flats of the project then up to the other
spot, and it cannot travel up the hill then over to that spot. Based on this consideration, the 'auwai must
have hung on the hillslope, which would put it behind the house that stood on this property unti12005.
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Figure 11. Auwai South of Project Area in Level Terrain. View from the Road to Northeast.
SIGNIFICANCE ASSESSMENTS
Resources identified during this project were assessed for their significance as outlined in
Hawaii Administrative Rules § 13-275-6. To be assessed as significant a site must be characterized by
one or more of the following five criteria:
A) It must be associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns
of our history, or be considered a traditional cultural property.
B) It must be associated with the lives of persons significant in the past.
C) It must embody distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction, or
represent a significant and distinguishable entity whose components may lack individual
distinction.
D) It must have yielded or may be likely to yield, information important in prehistory or history.
E) Have important value to native Hawaiian people or other ethnicities in the state, due to
associations with cultural practices and traditional beliefs that were, or still are, carried out.
RECOMMENDATIONS
While there is some information relevant to the history of Hawaii prior to 50 years ago, that
information has been obliterated or obscured to such a degree that is not likely to yield any important
information regarding historical developments. Based on the information presented in this report, there
are no significant sites within the project area.
Although the Koki Cemetery is not on the project area, design elements for the Medical Office
Park should include consideration of the access to the cemetery, and maintaining a respectful distance
during construction, land alterations, and maintenance of the MOP.
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Appendix C
Cultural Impact Assessment (March 2007)
Thomas Wolforth, M.S.
SCS 778
CULTURAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT
FOR THE
NORTH HAWAII COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
MEDICAL OFFICE PARK
Pu`ukapu and Waikoloa Ahupua`a,
South Kohala District, Island of Hawaii
TMK: (3) 6-7-002:20 and 6-7-002:02 portion of 51
Prepazed by
Thomas Wolforth, M.S.
Mazch,2007
Prepazed for
Belt Collins Hawaii, Ltd
2153 North King Street, Suite 200
Honolulu, HI 96819-4554
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION .........................................................................................................................................1
CULTURAL SETTING ............................................................................................................................1
PROJECT APPROACH ............................................................................................................................3
PHYSICAL SETTING ..............................................................................................................................3
Land Commission Awards ....................................................................................................................7
Previous Archaeology ..........................................................................................................................8
Koki Cemetery ....................................................................................................................................13
DISCUSSION .........................................................................................................................................14
ASSESSMENT OF TCP, CULTURAL PRACTICES, AND ARCHAEOLOGY .....................................14
TRADITIONAL CULTURAL PROPERTIES .......................................................................................14
CULTURAL RESOURCES AND PRACTICES ...................................................................................14
IMPACT TO CULTURAL PRACTICES ...............................................................................................15
REFERENCES CITED I S
APPENDIX A: MAHELE DOCUMENTATION ......................................................................................21
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1. Project Area TMK .........................................................................................................................1
Figure 2. Project Location. Kamuela 1995 USGS quadrangle ....................................................................2
Figure 3. Central portion of the project area. View to East .........................................................................4
Figure 4. `Auwai in the Project Area ...........................................................................................................5
Figure 5. Irrigation Ditches Associated with the Project Area (adapted from Wolforth 1999) ...................7
Figure 6. Sites Surrounding MOP Identified in Burtchard and Tomonari Tuggle 2005 (Modified from
Burtchard and Tomonari Tuggle 2005) .......................................................................................................11
Figure 7. Air Photograph taken in 2005 .....................................................................................................12
Figure 8. Material Concentrations in the Project Area ...............................................................................13
LIST OF TABLES
Table Previous Archaeological Studies in the Ahupua `a .........................................................................9
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INTRODUCTION
North Hawaii Community Hospital (NHCH) plans to build a Medical Office Pazk (MOP) on
approximately 4.4 acres that straddles the ahupua'a of Pu`ukapu and Waikoloa in South Kohala (T'MK:
(3) 6-7-002:20 and 6-7-002:02 portion of 51). The project area is an irregular polygon with a westem
boundary at Pukalani Road, and the remainder adjacent to existing NHCH lands (Figures 1 and 2). A
portion of the southern boundary is adjacent to a small pazcel TMK (3) 6-7-002:10 that is not owned by
the NHCH (shown in white in Figure 1). The project area will be grubbed and graded, and landscaped to
facilitate the construction of a parking lot, several small buildings, walkways, and a courtyazd associated
with the Medica] Office Park.
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CULTURAL SETTING
The land divisions of Waimea are complex (Burchard and Tomonari Tuggle 2005:17-18). In
brief those that are associated with this project area can be envisioned as:
Moku: Hawaii
District: South Kohala
Ahupua`a: Waimea
`Ili kupono: Waikoloa and Pu`ukapu
`Ili `aina in Waikoloa: Makahikilua
`Ili `aina in Pu`ukapu: Paulama
The division between the `Ili kGpono of Waikoloa and Pu`ukapu is in the western portion of the
project area (Figure 4).
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PROJECT APPROACH
The CIA has been prepazed in accordance with State of Hawaii guidelines and regulations. Part
of the assessment centers on the concept of identifying Traditional Cultural Properties (TCP) and, if
present, determining whether they would be impacted by the project. Traditional Cultural Property means
any historic property associated with the traditional practices and beliefs of an ethnic community or
members of that community for more than fifty yeazs. These traditions shall be founded in an ethnic
corrununity's history and contribute to maintaining the ethnic community's cultural identity. Traditional
associations aze those demonstrating a continuity of practice or belief until present or those documented
in historical source materials, or both. The origin of the TCP concept is found in National Register
Bulletin 38 published by the U.S. Department of Interior-National Park Service. "Traditional" as it is
used, implies a time depth of at least 50 years, and a generalized mode of transmission of information
from one generation to [he next, either orally or by act. "Cultural" refers to the beliefs, practices,
]ifeways, and social institutions of a given community. The use of the term "Property" defines this
category of resource as an identifiable place. Traditional Cultural Properties aze not intangible, i.e., they
must have some kind of boundary. TCPs aze subject to the same kind of evaluation as any other historic
resource, with one very important exception. By definition, the significance of Traditional Cultural
Properties should be detemuned by the community that values them.
This CIA includes consideration of the broader concept of cultural practices and beliefs provided
in the Nov. 19, 1997 Guidelines for Assessing Cultural /mpacts from the Hawai `i State Office of
Environmental Quality Control (OEQC), which also outlines data sources and methods for consulting
individuals and/or organizations with knowledge of the area's cultural resources, practices, and beliefs, or
of its historical and natural resources. According to the OEQC guidelines, cultural practices and beliefs
subject to assessment may include subsistence, commercial, residential, agricultural, access-related,
recreational, and religions and spiritual customs. The types of cultural resources subject to assessment
may include traditional cultural properties or other types of historic sites, both man-made and natural, that
support such cultural beliefs.
The following kinds of data were researched to assess the cultural resources of the project area:
traditional literature and histories; Land Commission Award and other Mahele data; archaeology reports;
and maps available at the University of Hawaii at Hilo Hawaiian Collection of the Mo`okini Librazy. I
did not speak with anyone associated with this small, single family houselot pazcel. I have walked the
entire project area at close intervals on several occasions. These data sets are synthesized in the
presentation of the cultural history of project area,
PHYSICAL SETTING
The project area is at approximately 2700 feet about sea level neaz the confluence of Kohala and
Mauna Kea flows. Lava flows from these two volcanoes are welt over 10,000 years old (Wolfe and
Morris 1996). The fine sand to silty sediment known as Pahala Ash soils cover the project area (Sato et
al. 1973:100). Saprolitic boulders and rocks are included within these soils. Mean annual temperatures
are in the 60's (Fahrenheit). The winter is colder with temperatures reaching near freezing, especially as
experienced with the wind chill factor. Observations that were made and recorded by many during the
19`" and early 20'" centuries indicates that colder weather was more common than it is today (Burtchazd
and Tomonari Tuggle 2005:10).
The majority of the project area is level. The eastern edge of the project azea is a sloping hillside.
Non-native grasses cover most of the azea, with non-native trees along most of the perimeter (Figure 3).
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There is a relative paucity of legendary associations with the Waimea area. This may reflect a
corresponding dearth of occupation and use of the area during pre-Contact times, `Olelo about Waimea
relate to the relatively inhospitable landscape.
Hele po `ala 1 ka anu o Waimea.
Going in a circle in the cold of Waimea.
Said of a person who goes in circles and gets nowhere. Waimea, Hawaii, is a cold place
and when foggy, it is easy for one unfamiliaz with the place to lose his way.
[Pulcui 1983:83 #757].
Recent investigations in the Waimea area (Burtchard and Tomonari Tuggle 2005) include a
reassessment of the available archaeological data to suggest that the area was sparsely inhabited during
the pre-Contact times.
Paucity of midden remains associated with these localities plus minimal investment in
structural features at these sites, implies that residence was relatively short-term, most
plausibly associated with agricultural activities infields set off by the field ridges in their
near vicinity. While not in itself definitive, charred sweet potato remains recovered from
Site 8803 are consistent with use of the fields for production of this commodity.
Development of, or intensification in, use of the field system (with concomitant affect on
residence) during Kamehameha's stay at Kawaihae is possible, indeed probable. Extant
data, however, while consistent with that interpretation, are not sufficiently fine-grained
to correlate to the even[ with precision. In any case, data suggest that eazliest residence
and agricultural pursuits had ceased by 1802. Subsequent and separate periods of use and
abandonment of commercial agriculture and residence followed in the period between
1835 and the early 1900, and is reflected in the project area's more recent historical and
archaeological record [Burtchard and Tomonari Tuggle 2005:117].
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Based on the available data, a conservative estimate for the arrival of people in the Waimea is
circa 1400s AD (Burtchazd and Tomonari Tuggle 2005: ] 16). Some radiocarbon dates can be interpreted
as indicating an earlier arrival, perhaps as early as the 1100s AD (Gordy 2000:312), or somewhat later in
the 1300s AD (Wolforth 1949). Whatever the date of arrival, the manner in which those residents settled
and used the land is still a matter to be fully understood, depending upon how one interprets the
information regarding the irrigation system, sometimes referred to as the Lalamilo Field System.
The extensive network of irrigation ditches (`auwai) over the rolling hills and plains of the
Waimea area have been the focus of two data recovery archaeological studies (Clazk and Kirch 1983;
Burtchazd and Tomonari Tuggle 2005), and others have supplied some relevant data (Thompson and
Rosendahl 1992; Wolforth 1999) (Figure 5). The early archaeological studies have combined to suggest
that the irrigation network and associated agricultural fields were created perhaps as early as the 1300s
AD, with a developing complexity that peaked in the 1700s AD (Gordy 2000:312). Recent investigations
have resulted in the consideration of a radically different interpretation (Burtchard and Tomonoari Tuggle
2005): that all of the fields were built after the arrival of Europeans to the area, in particulaz in association
with the short-lived sugar industry at Waimea in the early 1800s.
This new interpretation is well-developed, and incorporates important contextual data such as soil
capacity for water retention, and changing climatological patterns during the late historical period in
Hawaii. Additional studies are needed to be able to conclude whether it explains the origin and use of
the fields appropriately, however. Until that time, it is appropriate to leave the chronology of the
irrigation fields open.
Oral histories supply information on a significant event that effected those living in the Waimea
area during the reign of Lonoikamakahiki, who may have ruled circa 1640 to 1660 AD': the battle of
Pu`u`owa`owaka. This battle was an engagement between Maui forces bent on conquest of the island of
Hawaii and the armies defending Hawaii (Fomander 1996:123; Kamakau 1992:58). The Maui forces
were led by Kamalalawalu, and the ruler of Hawaii at that time was Lonoikamakahiki.
Kamalalawalu's wamor fleet landed at Puako. The local Waimea chief Kanaloauo
(Kanaloakuaana in Fomander 1996; Kanaloa-kua`ana, son of Keawe-nut-a-`Umi in Kamakau 1992:58)
marched down from Waimea to engage the Maui forces knowing the futility of their situation (Fomander
1996:123). His forces were completely overwhelmed by the Maui army at Puako. On his way inland
Kamalalawalu encountered two local alt `i, Kumaikeau and Kumakaia (one was named Puhau-kole in
Kamakau 1992:58). These two men feigned allegiance to Kamalalawalu, providing the Maui aggressor
with false information regarding the best tactics to engage the Hawaiian forces, and indicating that the
locals would welcome Kamalalawalu's advance. Kamalalawalu was so encouraged by these devices that
he even acted on their recommendation to destroy all of his own canoes to prevent the certain-to-be
defeated Hawaiian forces from using them in their retreat. Ultimately Kama was led to the eventual
battlefield by their advice that "Lonoikamakahiki is your sure prey. There is the place he may be killed
by you; that hill upland of Waimea, Hokuula by name. Once you stand thereon with your wamors, your
duty will be simply to roll the rocks from above" (Elbert 1959:188).
"The battlefield of Fu`oa`oaka was outside of the grassy plain of Waimea, but the men of
Hawaii were afraid of being taken captive by Kama, so they led to the waterless plain lest
Maui's wamors find water and hard, waterworn pebbles. The men of Hawaii feared that the
Maui wamors would find water to drink and become stronger for the slinging of stones that
would fall like raindrops from the sky" (Kamakau ]992:58-59).
' See Gordy (2000:84) for a discussion of alternative chronologies for island genealogies.
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The Hawaiian forces overwhelmed those from Maui, pursuing them to ]?uako, slaughtering the
retreating Maui army along the way. They ultimately perished on the coast next to their broken canoes
(Elbert 1959; Kamakau 1992).
Land Commission Awards
There is one Land Commission Award (LCA) for this project area: Number 4037 (Appendix A).
The claimant for LCA 4037 was Anthony D. Allen, also known as Milika`a. According to the testimony
associated with this lot, Milika`a lived on that 3.83 acres of land with two houses within an unspecified
kind of enclosure over an unspecified portion of the lot.
Anthony D. Allen's father was a freed slave that became a successful businessman in Honolulu.
(Stewart 1970:157). "Allen, Sr, died in 1835 and was buried in Waimea" (Burchard and Tomonari
Tuggle 2005:A-3).
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There is no mention of other modifications to the land. There are several other houselots with
multiple residents within enclosures within a mile radius of the project azea in the LCA documentation
(Burtchazd and Tomonari Tuggle 2005:37). These aze very similar in size and content to the one within
the project area.
Previous Archaeology
Many archaeological investigations have been conducted within this large ahupua`a that ranges
from the Kohala Mountains, the slopes of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa, to along the shoreline from
Kawaihae to `Anaeho`omalu Bay. They have been concentrated in several areas of Waikoloa: along the
coast, in Waimea, and in the northern portion of the ahupua'a between the coast and Waimea (Table 1).
The results of these investigations in conjunction with the traditional history of the area provide data
sufficient to construct an outline of cultural developments in the region and their chronology.
Archaeological remains within inland caves suggests that the initial occupation of the Waikoloa
area may have occurred as early as A.D. 780 (Jensen 1989). The presence of small modified lava blisters
near the coast with tools and food debris indicates that by A.D. 900 (Kirch 1975, 1979) people were
coming to the azea to extract marine resources. More permanent and continuous use of the coast is
reflected in the construction of fish ponds and larger habitation structures by A.D. 1200 (Welch 1989).
Population increased and the social structure became more complex (Eazle 1978; Cordy 2000).
Settlements were dispersed along the entire Waikoloa coast with concentrations of people, and features
reflecting more intensive resource extraction (i.e. fishponds and salt pans) and places of political power
(i.e, heaiu) at `Anaeho`omalu, Kalahuipua`a, Lalamilo, Puako, and Kawaihae.
During the centuries of sustained permanent occupation in Waikoloa from the 1300s through the
late 1700s, trails were built to facilitate movement of people along the shoreline, between higher and
lower elevations, and between villages (Barrera 1971; Ching 1971; Rosendahl 1972; Walker and
Rosendahl 1986 Trails connecting to the shoreline have been observed to be directly in line with
previously unsurveyed areas within the Saddle Road Extension project azea. An older trail pazalleling the
ocean was subsequently built over in the historical era by the Kiholo-Puako, or "King's Trail" (Cordy
1995; Walker and Rosendahl 1986).
Natural lava tubes were modified to accommodate people during times of warfare, and for places
to work and inter the dead (Berrera 1971; Donham 1986). In addition, there is one named cave that marks
a place along the border between Kohala and Kona. A series of paved platforms situated approximately 3
miles (4.8 kilometers) inland from `Anaeho`omalu have been interpreted as burial features (Jensen and
Burgett 1991). Although an absence of azchaeological excavations in those features leaves [hat
proposition untested, the size, shape and especially the fine paving and construction of the architecture
makes that a likely proposition. The rationale for the situation of multiple burial platforms so faz from
habitation areas and other utilized areas, and their scattered, seemingly random placement on the rough
lava is unknown at this time.
Many of the azchaeological investigations have recorded quarry and manufacture areas for
abraders (cf, Ching 1971; Kirch 7979; Jensen and Donham 1988). These aze evident in small pits in the
lava, often with pieces of bedrock moved from the inside to the rim of the pit. There aze also grooves and
shallow lines in the bedrock that appear to have been created by rubbing pieces of rock against the
bedrock, most likely to shape the quamed rock. Some of the outcrops contain a rough, scotiaceous lava
that is particularly well-suited as raw material for abrading tools
Petroglyphs were created along the shoreline trail (Cox and Stasack 1990). Some were pecked
into the smoothed basins created in the abrader manufacture process (Cordy 2000:232). Battles were
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Table 1. Previous Archaeolo ical Studies in the Ahu ua'a.
Reference Investi anon Location Results
Reinecke 1930 Reconnaissance Re Tonal Identified sites alon the coast
Barrera 1971 Reconnaissance `Anaeho`omalu Com lexes over 500 acres
Ching 1971 Reconnaissance Kailua to Roughly 1000 sites along corridor
Kawaihae
Rosendahl 1972 Data Recover `Anaeho`omalu Vaziet of sites
Bevaca ua 1972 Reconnaissance `Anaeho`omalu Vazie[ of sites
Kirch 1979 Data Recover Kalahiu ua`a Mazine ex ]oitation
Clark and Kirch Inventor Surve Waikoloa Agricultural fields, burial, habitation
Welch 1984 Reconnaissance Puako Petroglyphs
eVO 1 hs
Walker and Rosendahl 1986 Inventor Surve `Anaeho`omalu Heaiu and associated features
Donham 1987 Data Recover Waikoloa Vaziet datin to as eazl as A.D. 960
Cord 1987 S nthesis Waikoloa Ahualono rote relation
Jensen and Donham 1988 Inventor Surve Waikoloa uarr sites
Jensen 1988 Inventor Surve Waikoloa Abrader basins and habitation
Welch 1989 Inventor Surve Pauoa Ba Fish and
Jensen 1989a Inventory Survey Pauoa Bay Temporary habitation, caves, abrader
basins, trails
Jensen 1989b Invento Surve Pauoa Ba Caves, abrader basins, trails
Jensen 1989c Inventor Surve Pauoa Ba 18 sites: caves, habitation, etro 1 hs
Jensen and Burgett 1991 Inventor Surve Waikoloa Probable burial features
Drolet and Schilz 1991 Inventor Surve Mauna Lani Varlet of sites
Jensen 1991 Data Recover Pauoa Ba Habitation cave datin to 960 A.D.
Schilz and Shun 1991 Inventor Surve Puako Prehistoric and historic sites
Landrum eta(. 1992 Inventor Surve Mauna Lani Man abrader uarries
Landrum 1993 Inventor Surve `Anaeho`omalu Varlet of sites
Lass 1995 Test Excavations `Anaeho`omalu Habitation
Halpern and Rosendahl Inventory Survey Mauna Lani Ponds and pevoglyphs
1996
Drolet and Clark 1997 Invento Surve Mauna Lani Tem or habitation
Bur ett et al. 1998 Inventor Surve Mauna Lani Abrader manufacture features
Rosendah12000a Inventor Surve Waikoloa Historic and rehistoric features
Rosendah12000b Reconnaissance Waikoloa No sites
Jensen 2000 Data Recover Waikoloa Cave excavation: tem or habitation
Wolforth 2003 Burial Plan Waikoloa Three historical burials in one cave
O'Hare et al. 2003 Data Recover Waikoloa Pdhoehoe excavations
Haun 2004 Inventor Surve Waikoloa Abrader basins
Wolforth and Wilson 2004 Inventor Surve Waikoloa Abrader basins, [rails, lava names
Burtchazd and Tomonari Data Recovery Waikoloa Agricultural fields, burial, habitation
Tu le 2005
fought in several places in the ahupua`a, and warriors traveled through the region to battles fought
elsewhere (Fomander 1996; Kalakaua 1990; Kamakau 1996; Malo 1951). The development of the region
as a place of power culminated in the enhancement of the Pu`ukohola Heiau by Kamehameha in the late
1700s, and the consecration of the remodeled heiau with the death of Keoua (Desha 2000; Kamakau
1996; Malo 1951).
The greatest concentration of population settlement in Waikoloa was at Waimea (Hommon 1982;
Kirch 1975). The Mauna Kea soils were enhanced for cultivation with water from the Kohala Mountains
via a network of channels referred to as the Lalamilo Field System (Clark and Kirch 1983). Based on
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several sources of data, it appears that the channel network was created during the late 12'" century (Clark
1983; Wolforth 1999), although recent evaluations of the context and radiocarbon dates suggests that the
field system may be a historical development (Burtchard and Tomonari Tuggle 2005). Permanent
population has continued in Waimea to date, while the field system was abandoned after transformation
for alien cultivated species in the mid-1800s (McEldowney 1983).
There is evidence that a type of floodwater farming occurred within the barren zone that was
dependent on intermittent seasonal flows of surface water (Rosendahl 1972). Several small agricultural
features were identified within the narrow Kamakoa Gulch (Jensen and Burgett (1991), and similar
features identified neaz the base of Pu`u Hinai (Bevacqua 1971). These areas aze not far from the "Aina
Mahi" just upslope from Pu`u Hinai noted in the historical map
Based on the size and configuration of the ahupua'a of Waikoloa, it is assumed that people
within Waikoloa had direct access to the cultivated fields of Waimea and the mazine, grass, and lava
resources at lower elevations and along the coast. At the ]east, it is expected that these resources were
moved and exchanged between the coast and population concentration at Waimea.
Data recovery work was conducted in the lands surrounding the MOP project area (Burtchard and
Tomonori Tuggle 2005) (Figure 6). Site 21850 is the BrightlSpencer Lot that was first used as a
habitation in the 1850s. There is a small 'auwai that was used to supply water to that residential azea.
Site 21851 is a platform terrace at the location of a habitation for the Spencer family. It was occupied in
the late 1800s and early 1900s. Site 21866 is a stone wall enclosure with residence that dates to circa
1920. Site 21872 is a kuleana lot area, that is curzently covered with fill.
Based on the archaeological and historical data and the particular physical setting of the project
area, one 'auwai is expected within the project area. In addition, the LCA associated with the project azea
indicates that there was a residence here as early as the middle 1800s. The area was also inhabited until
very recently (Figure 7). Habitation features associated with the recent occupation are expected, and
these may obscure evidence of eazlier use and habitation.
The azchaeological investigation for this project area identified the remains of a houselot that was
lived in until as recently as 2005. There is evidence of cultural modification at the project area: modem
residential occupation comprising the entire project area (Figure 8). Several concentrations of material
remains provide some indication as to how this landscape was used during the recent past, and these are
numbered on Figure 8.
The bulldozed remains of the main house and outbuildings (1) are situated at the eastern end of
the driveway. There are large concrete chunks, modern shoes, cut animal bone, plastic pipes, broken
china, and other indications of habitation within the house that was standing as recently as 2005 in this
location. A second concentration of debris is located in the southern extreme of this area, under the
mango trees at the property's edge. Material here includes bricks, cut bone, bottles from the second half
of the 20`" century, 55 gallon drum, food tins, and jars. These items suggest that this area may have been
associated with food storage and/or processing.
There are three material concentrations along the northern periphery of the property. Tires, a
wheel barrow, plastic buckets, wood boxes with nailed on tin, and plastic pipes (4) are reminiscent of
small animal husbandry, perhaps for roosters. Remains associated with another home, such as a modem
washer and drier, toys, and kitchen utensils and appliances are scattered along the northern project edge
(5). This may also represent the homestead's dump area. A rusted, circa early 1450s buck rests in the
northeast project area (6).
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Some kind of shed with a tin roof was situated neaz the driveway (2). Tires, cut bone, and milled wood
are present there. Another shed {3) is situated along a wall. Milled wood, corrugated tin, and a sink
suggest that food processing may have taken place in this location.
There are two material scatters east beyond the project area. A bottle dump, with bottles less than
50 years old, is situated along a wall (7). Corrugated [in, and metal "poles" (fallen) here (8) suggest that
some kind of out building was located here. Another rusted car, circa 1960s, is located south of the house
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Koki Cemetery
The Koki Cemetery is situated adjacent to [he south of the project azea (see Figure 8). It is
separated from the project azea by a wire fence. There are 15 marked gravesites in this 13 by 13 meter
area. There may be other unmarked ones. Grave plots vary in shape and constmction technique,
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indicative of changing gravesite styles over time. Dates and names are marked on only some of the
graves, while others lack markings of any kind. The oldest marked grave is for a death in 1907, and the
most recent is for a death in 1959.
DISCUSSION
The historical documentation associated with the project area clearly indicate that this area was
utilized during the historical period: Mahele data put a resident here in the mid-1830s, the community
around here was involved with agriculture and ranching throughout the 1800s, an 'auwai is documented
to have passed through here, and the Koki cemetery (which is not within the project area) has tombstones
with death dates as early as 1901. Consequently, people occupied and utilized the azea during the
historical era, and probably prior to that in the pre-Contact era. However, the continued use of the azea
throughout the modem era, up to 2005 when the house was bulldozed, has altered the place to such an
extent that there are no "intact" archaeological remains that could be evaluated as being significant.
The main household area in the east central portion of the project area was probably built over a
previous household. Similarly, a second early household may have existed in the northwestern portion of
the project area (at Areas 3, 4, and 5), bu[ that has been modified with the continued use of that area up to
modem times.
There are two earlier cultural modifications that have not been impacted by continuous household
upgrades, but have been modified sometime during over a century's passage: a wall, and the 'auwai. The
wall that is oriented roughly north-south in the western third of the project azea has been disturbed to such
an extent that it is not clear how it was used. Currently it is an "L" shape, lacking sides that would
enclose a space. It is not aligned with LCA, or TMK parcels. Although it is possibly a ranching
constmct, and consequently dates to circa middle or late 1800s, the lack of integrity of shape, which
precludes a clear determination of function (it may have been a kuleana wall, or something else), is such
that this is not a significant historical resource. There is no surface indication of an `auwai within the
MOP project area. There is, however, clear evidence of the `auwai immediately to the north of the
project area, and to the south of it. The `auwai to the north displays an interesting configuration; it
"hangs" alongside the sloping hillside. This phenomenon is typical of `auwai that function to move water
around sloping terrain (cf. Wolforth 2005); the `auwai is dug into the hillside and follows a path that is
perpendicular to the sloping elevation. This particular 'auwai is clearly visible hanging on the hillside
north of the project area, where it abruptly ends at the north boundazy of the project area. Close
inspection of the entire eastern side of the project azea indicates that the `auwai is no longer present here.
ASSESSMENT OF TCP CULTURAL PRACTICES, AND ARCHAEOLOGY
TRADITIONAL CULTURAL PROPERTIES
Typical examples of Traditional Cultural Properties include mountain tops associated with
deities, groves of sacred trees specifically associated with a significant cultural practice, beliefs about the
sacredness of certain areas, and important historic or legendary sites such as battlefields, and other
locations with these kinds of associations. Based on written accounts of legend and history, the Mahele
records and maps, and the archaeological work, there are no Traditional Cultural Properties present in the
project area.
CULTURAL RESOURCES AND PRACTICES
Examples of Hawaiian cultural practices include: gathering of subsistence items; commercial
activities; loci of recreation, habitation, and agriculture; use of pathways to resources; and places where
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religions and spiritual customs are conducted. Based on consultation of oral history, written accounts of
legend and history, the Mahele records and maps, and archaeological studies, there are several things to
consider regarding cultural resources and practices within the project area.
The lot is a recently vacated homestead. A modern house, with modern conveniences was
recently bulldozed. Abandoned cars and trash are scattered azound the property. Based on this situation,
there are no cultural practices that take place directly on this property.
There is, however, a cultural practice that occurs adjacent to the south of this property: visitation
of an old cemetery. The Koki Cemetery has been used at least since 1907, and probably earlier. The
cemetery continues to be tended. Although the cemetery is not in the project area, vehicular access to the
cemetery passes through the MOP project area (see Figure 4).
IMPACT TO CULTURAL PRACTICES
There will be no negative impacts to cultural practices on the project area property. There is a
potential for an impact to the practice of visiting the Koki Cemetery. The project design is for low
density, small buildings in a landscaped setting. So long as the project design includes access to the Koki
Cemetery, there will be no negative impacts to the practice of visiting the Koki Cemetery.
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APPENDIX A: MAHELE DOCUMENTATION
,7v`tahel+: Database Documc;nts
Number: 04037
Claim Number: 04037
Claimant AIIeM A.D.
OOzer claimant.' - _ _ _ _ - - >`Fr,-.
Other name: Allen, Anthony, Milikaa.R.D
kland:-.. - - - Hawaii... - - - e.
DistriU: Kohala, South
Aliupuaa: - . - Waimea - - .
Ili: Paulama
Apaha: - - 1' Awarded;' - _ 1 yi ,
Loi: FR: I v3
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Plus- - - NR:.--
- - - - - - - _ - ,,-°a,
Mala Taro: FT: 67v5
House lot: RP:
Ki48pai/Pakanu: - - Number of'j14Ya1 Patents: _ ¢ - e, - .
Salt lands: Koele/POatima: No
Watrke: - - L4ko:: ~ No , _
Olona: Lokoia: No
Noni: _ fishing Rights: ' - No _
Hula: SeNShore/Durcs: No
.Sweet Pofatoes:_ _ - Auwai/Ditch: - _ _ _ No
Irish Potatoes: Other Edifice: No
-13aaanas::. Spring/WeO:. No - ~ .
Breadfmit Pigpen: Na
Cacanutt Itaad/Paiti: , . - - ~ No C - .
Coffce: BuriaVOmveyard: No
Omoges: - - - Wa0/Feuce: - - - _ yes _ _ .
Bitter MeloNGourd: SrrearrJMUliwai/River. No -
$ugar-Caro: - Pali:: - - _ - No -
Tobacco: Disease: No
'KOa/ICOU Trees: - C18irrreot Died:, - _ - No . ~ -
OUiw Plants: Other Trees: ~ - ~ ~ ~ -
OtherMarram]s: - - -No Miscelhutcou;: 2dtaoaes for Mifika_a" _ ,
Claim 4037, RD. Allen, Waimea, Odover 14th, 1847
F.R. ]v3
To the Board of land Commissiorors. &[c). Gentlemen:
I forward my claim to land of three years sUnding measuring Tower side facing the sea and residence of William Smith, about 320 k; upper side facing Poakapu plain
about 320 ft.; end facing Maur~akea about 375 ft.: end facing native church and Kohala 375 ft. inclusive 1390 ft. Begging from you a deed of the same.
1 remain ffic '
R.D. Allen
F.T. 67v5
No. 4037. A.D. Allen
The fallowing claims in Waimea were heard by Z. Kaauwai.
N.T. 41-02vd
No. 4037, Allen. A. D., September 16.1848
Wiliam Bakk. sworn and stated. I have seen the house-lot at the ih land of Paulama in Waimea, Hawaii in one section. Only a portion of it has been enclosed and
there are two houses in there for Milikaa. No one else is on this place and I have the surrounding boundaries. I have given himjus[ as it has been indicated in the claim
in 1846 and this was done without prejudice and without cost to him He is living there now, where he has built an enclosure and houses. No one has objected to this
day.
[Award 4037: Paulama Waimea S. Kohala; 1 ap.: 3.83 Acs]
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Appendix D
Botanical Survey (January 2007)
Palmer & Associates Consulting
Botanical Survey
North Hawaii Community Hospital Project
(TMK 6-7-02: 20 and portion of TMK 6-7-02: 51)
Prepared for:
North Hawaii Community Hospital
c / o Belt Collins Hawaii, Ltd.
2153 North King Street, Suite 200
Honolulu, Hawaii 96819
by:
Palmer & Associates Consulting
P. O. Box 637
Pahoa, Hawaii 96778
January 2007
Contents
Section Page
Introduction 1
Field Methodology 1
Results 2
Conclusions 3
References 4
Plant Species Encountered 5
Introduction
We conducted a botanical survey of certain lands in Waimea, Island of Hawaii as part
of planning studies for a proposed expansion of North Hawaii Community Hospital. The area
surveyed consisted of 4.75 acres (TMK 6-7-02: 20) and an adjacent .15 acre portion of TMK 6-7-
02: 51 (Figures 1 and 2). The site is presently abandoned pasture land and what remains of the
yard of an old house that has now been demolished. The purpose of this survey was to: de-
scribe the botanical features present on the site; conduct a field survey for rare and endangered
plants and unique or sensitive habitats; and identify any botanical resource issues requiring
planning consideration. The results of the field surveys are presented in this report.
Field Methodology
Botanical field surveys were conducted as follows: The botanical field team (Rex
Palmer, Ph.D. and field assistants) carried out a 100% visual survey of the project azea. Bo-
tanical resources found during the field surveys, including botanically rare plants, U. S. Fish
and Wildlife Service (USFWS) designated plant species (USFWS Listed Endangered, USFWS'
Threatened, USFWS Candidate, and USFWS Species Of Concern plants) and any sensitive or
unique habitats or vegetation types were documented. All rare plants, USFWS designated
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plants, and sensitive habitats found during the surveys were located by GPS coordinates, pho-
tographed, mapped, and described in the report. Field surveys were conducted on December
21, 2006. Plant nomenclature follows Wagner, et al (1999) for flowering plants. Staples and
Herbst (2005) and Neil (1965) were used for names of cultivated plants and some weeds.
Results
No endangered or rare plants were found in either of the two TMKs and neither TMK
contains unique or sensitive habitats. Both TMKs are highly modified from their pristine con-
dition, with the original native vegetation having been removed many years ago.
Most of the area surveyed is former pasture and is covered in a dense sod of kikuyu
grass (Pennisetum clandestinum). Trees, consisting mostly of black wattle (Acacia mearnsii) and
Christmas berry (Schinus terebinthifolius) occur on the edges of the parcel. An old planting of
Monterey Cypress (Cupressus macrocarpa) forms a windbreak in the north east corner of TMK
6-7-02: 20 (Figure 3). These cypress trees could be incorporated into future landscaping. The
remainder of the flora is almost entirely alien, introduced weeds. A few cultivated plants occur
around the site of the now removed house. Also in the former house yard is a planted indig-
enous sea bean (Mucuna gigantea).
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area surveyed (green).
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Conclusions
The TMKs surveyed do not support rare and endangered native plants nor unique or
sensitive habitats. Both TMKs are highly disturbed and modified from their pristine condition,
and there is essentially no native vegetation on either TMK. The only even partially valuable
botanical resource on the site is the old planting of Monterey Cypress that could be maintained
as part of new landscaping. We conclude that the proposed project will have no significant
negative effects on botanical resources, native habitats or rare and endangered plants.
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report are in the center of the photo. The black rectangle indicates the location of a planted
windbreak of Monterey Cypress (Cupressus macrocarpa). Other trees on the edge of the par-
cel are invasive species, primarily black wattle (Acacia mearnsii) and Christmas berry (Schinus
terebinthifolius).
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References
Neil, M.C. 1965. In Gardens of Hawaii. BMSP # 50. Bishop Museum Press. Honolulu, HI. 924p.
Staples, G.W. & Herbst, D.R. 2005. A Tropical Garden Flora. Bishop Museum Press. Honolulu, HI.
908p.
USFWS. 2005, Listed and Candidate Species, as Designated Under the U.S. Endangered Species Act:
Hawaiian Islands Plants. USFWS Pacific Islands Office. Honolulu, HI. 25p.
Wagner, W.L., Herbst, D.L., & Sohmer, S.H. 1999. Manual of the Flowering Plants of Hawaii:
Revised Edition. University of Hawaii Press. Honolulu, HI. 1919p.
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Plants Encountered
on
TMK 6-7-02: 20 and TMK 6-7-02: 51
Waimea, Hawaii Island
DICOTYLEDONS
FAMILY
Genus /species Common Name Distribution'
AMARANTHACEAE Amaranth Family
Amaranthus spinosus L. spiny amazanth A
Amaranthus viridis L. slender amaranth A
ANACARDIACEAE Mango Family
Schinus terebinthifolius Raddi Christmas berry A
ASTERACEAE Sunflower Family
Bidens pilosa L. Spanish needles A
Senecio madagascariensis L. groundsel A
Taraxacum off~cinale W. W. Weber dandelion A
BRASSICACEAE Mustard Family
Lepidium virginicum L. pepperwort A
CHENOPODIACEAE Goosefoot Family
Chenopodium carinatum R. Br. pigweed A
Chenopodium murale L. 'aheahea A
CONVOLVULACEAE Morning Glory Family
Ipomoea indica (J. Burm.) Merr. koali I
EUPHORBIACEAE Poinsettia Family
Euphorbia pulcherrima Klotzsch poinsettia A
Ricinus communis L. castor bean A
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FABACEAE Bean Family
Acacia mearnsii De Wild. black wattle A
Calliandra haematocephala Hasskarl powder puff A
Glycine wightii (Wight & Arnott) Verdc. beggar weed A
Macroptillium lathyroides (L.) Urb. cow pea A
Mucuna gigantea (Willd.) DC ka'e'e I
GERANIACEAE Geranium Family
Erodium cicutarium (L.) L'Her. pin clover A
Geranium homeanum Turcz. cranesbill A
LAURACEAE Laural Family
Persea americana Mill. avocado A
MALUACEAE Hibiscus Family
Abutilon grandifolium (Willd.) Sweet hairy abutilon A
Malva parviflora L. cheese weed
Malvastrum coromandelianum (L.) Garcke false mallow A
Sida rhombifolia L. false'ilima A
MYRTACEAE Myrtle Family
Psidium guajava L. guava A
NYCTAGINACEAE Four-o'clock Family
Mirabilis Jalapa L. four-o'clock A
OLEACEAE Olive Family
Olea europaea L. olive A
OXALIDACEAE Wood Sorrel Family
Oxalis corniculafa L. yellow wood sorrel A
PASSIFLORACEAE Passion Flower Family
Passiflora suberosa L. huehue haole A
PORTULACACEAE Portulaca Family
Portulaca oleracea L. pigweed A
SOLANACEAE Nightshade Family
Nicandra physalodes (L.) Gaertn. apple of Peru A
Solanum americanum Mill. popolo I
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MONOCOTYLEDONS
AGAVACEAE Agave Family
Cordyline fruttcosa (L.) A. Chev. ti / ki P
Dracaena fragrans (L.) Ker-Gaw1 dracaena A
Sansevieria trifasciata Prain snake plant A
ARACEAE Aroid Family
Monstera deliciosa Liebm. monstera A
Syngonium podophyllum Schott syngonium A
COMMELINACEAE Spiderwort Family
Commelina diffusa N.L. Burm. honohono A
LILIACEAE Lilly Family
Hippeastrum puniceum (Lam.) Voss amarillis A
MUSACEAE Banana Family
Musa X paradisiaca L. banana A
POACEAE Grass Family
Eleusine indica (L.) Gaertn. wiregrass A
Eragrostis brownei (Kunth) Nees ex Steud. sheepgrass A
Panicum maximum Jacq. Guinea grass A
Pennisetum clandestinum Chiov. kikuyu grass A
Pennisetum purpureum Schumach. elephant grass A
GYMNOSPERMS
CUPRESSACEAE Cypress Family
Cupressus macrocarpa Hartweg ex Gordon Monterey Cypress A
"Distribution -Geographical origin
A = Alien; introduced to Hawai i after 1778 AD.
P = Polynesian; introduced to Hawati i prior to 1778 AD.
I = Indigenous: native to Hawai i and elsewhere.
E = Endemic: unique to Hawai i.
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Appendix E
Avifaunal and Feral Mammal Survey (10 January 2007)
Phillip Bruner, Environmental Consultant
AVIFAUNAL AND FERAL MAMMAL SURVEY FOR
TMK 6-7-002:20, portion of 51,
NORTH HAWAII COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, WAIMEA,
ISLAND OF HAWAII
Report Prepared for:
North Hawaii Community Hospital
Survey and Report by:
Phillip L. Bruner
Environmental Consultant
Faunal (Bird & Mammal) surveys
#1775 BYUH
55-220 Kulanui street
Laie, HI 96762
]0 January 2007
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this report is to provide the findings of a bird and mammal field
survey of an approximate 4.2 acre site (TMK 6-7-002:20, portion of 5 ])conducted on 3,
4 January 2007 at North Hawaii Community Hospital, Waimea, Island of Hawaii. The
goals of the survey were:
1- To document the species of birds and mammals currently on the property.
2- To examine the entire site and neazby lands for the purpose of identifying any
important natural resources available to wildlife at this location.
3- To devote special attention to documenting the presence and possible use of
this property by native and migratory species particulazly those that are listed
as threatened or endangered.
SITE DESCRIPTION
This 4.2 acre site is presently covered in grass and a mix of alien trees and shrubs.
Surrounding lands include pastures, North Hawaii Community Hospital and a shopping
center.
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SURVEY PROTOCOL
The field survey was conducted on foot over two days (3, 4 January 2007) to
allow for eazly morning and late a$emoon-evening observations. All birds seen or heazd
were noted. Observations of mammals were limited to visual sightings and evidence in
the form of tracks. The evening of 3 January 2007 was used to seazch for the presence of
the endangered Hoary Bat (Lasiurus cinereus semorus). A Pettersson Elektronik AB
Ultrasound Detector D 100 was employed to listen for echolocating bats at several
locations on and around the property.
Weather during the survey was very windy with light passing showers. Detection
of vocalizing birds was difficult due to the strong wind. Most observations were visual.
The scientific names used in this report follow Pyle (2002) and Honacki et al.
(1982). These sources provide the current names found in the scientific literature.
RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
Native land Birds:
No native land birds were recorded. The only possible native species that might
on occasion forage in and aoound in this azea are the Hawaiian or Short-eazed Owl
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(Asiollammeus sandwichensis), known as Pueo in Hawaiian and the 10 or Hawaiian
Hawk (Buteo solitarius). These species hunt in a variety of habitats including forests,
agricultural lands and grasslands (Pratt et al. 1987, Hawaii Audubon Society 2005). Pueo
are not listed as endangered or threatened on the Island of Hawaii, however, the State of
Hawaii does list them as endangered on Oahu. The Io is federally listed as an endangered
species and is only found on the Island of Hawaii.
Seabirds:
No seabirds were seen on this survey. None would be expected to nest or roost at
this site due to the presence of ground predators and human disturbance.
Migratory Birds:
The only migratory shorebird recorded on the survey was the Pacific Golden-
Plover or Kolea (PluviaZis fulva). Two Kolea were seen on or near the property. This
species has been extensively studied on its wintering grounds in Hawaii and on its
breeding territories in western Alaska (Johnson et al. 1981, 1989, 1993, 2001 a, 2001b)
Kolea are not listed as threatened or endangered.
Alien Birds:
A total of 15 species of alien (non-native, introduced) birds were tallied over the
duration of the survey. None of these species are listed as threatened or endangered.
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Table One gives the names and relative abundance of each species. No unexpected
species were recorded, however, at least four alien species which also likely occur in this
area were not detected. These four species aze: Black Francolin (Francolinus
francolinus); Cattle egret (Bubulcus ibis); Barn Owl (Tyro alba); and Nutmeg Mannikin
(Lonchura punctulata).
Mammals:
One Small Indian Mongoose (Herpestes auropunctatus) and Goat (Capra hircus)
scat were discovered on the survey. The endangered Hawaiian Hoazy Bat (Lasiurus
cinereus semotus) was not recorded on the evening seazch using the ultrasound detector.
This mammal ranges widely on the ]sland of Hawaii from the coast to upper elevation
forests as well as urban area.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The emphasis of this field survey was to document the birds and mammals on and
azound TMK 6-7-002:20, portion of 51. No native birds were recorded on the survey.
The Hawaiian Owl or Pueo and Hawaiian Hawk or Io could forage on occasion at this
site. I know of no published data on their frequency of occurrence at this location. The
Pacific Golden-Plover or Kolea was the only migrant seen on the survey. No other
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migrants would be expected at this site. The only mammals detected were the Small
Indian Mongoose and Goat. The endangered Hawaiian Hoary bat was not found but
could on occasion forage and roost in this area. The alien birds tallied on the survey were
those typically found in this region.
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TABLE ONE
Alien (introduced) species of birds found on a 3, 4 January 2007 field survey of TMK 6-
7-002:20, Waimea, Island of Hawaii. Relative abundance is based on total numbers
tallied with Abundant (A) = 25+. Common (C) 0-24, Uncommon (U) =1-9.
Common Name Scientific Name Relative Abundance
Kali' Pheasant Lo hura leucomelano U
Rin -necked Pheasant Phasianus colchicus U
Chestnut-bellied Pterocles exutus U
Sand ouse
S otted Dove Strepto elia chinensis U
Zebra Dove Geo elia striata A
Sk Lark Alauda arvensis C
Ja anese White-e a Zostero s 'a onicus C
Common M a Acridotheres tristis C
Saffron Finch Sicalis aveola C
Yellow-billed Cardinal Paroaria ca itata U
Northern Cazdinal Cardinalis cardinalis U
House Finch Car odacus mexicanus U
Yellow-fronted Can Serinus mozambicus C
House S arrow Passer domesticus A
Java S arrow Padda oryzivora U
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SOURCES CITED
Hawaii Audubon Society. 2005. Hawaii's Birds. Sixth Edition. Hawaii Audubon
Society, Honolulu. 141pp.
Honacki, ].H., K.E. Kinman and Koeppl ed. 1982. Mammal species of the world:
A taxonomic and geographic reference. Allen Press, Inc. and the Association of
Systematic Collections. Lawrence, Kansas. 694pp.
Johnson, O.W., P.M. Johnson and P.L. Bruner. 1981. Wintering behavior and site-
faithfulness ofGolden-Plovers on Oahu. `Elepaio 41(12):]23-130.
Johnson, O.W., M.L. Morton and P.L. Bruner and P.M. Johnson. 1989. Fat cyclicity,
flight ranges and features of wintering behavior in Pacific Golden-Plovers.
Condor 91:156-177.
Johnson, O.W., P.G. Connors, P.L. Bruner, and J.L. Maron. 1993. Breeding ground
fidelity and mate retention in the Pacific Golden-Plover. Wilson Bull.
105:60-67.
Johnson. O.W., P.L. Bruner, J.J. Rotella, P.M. Johnson, and A.E. Bruner. 2001 a.
Long term study of appazent survival in Pacific Golden-Plovers at a
wintering ground on Oahu, Hawaiian Islands. The Auk 118(2):342-351.
Johnson,O.W., P.L. Bruner, A.E. Bruner, P.M. Johnson, R.J. Kienholz, and P.A.
Brusseau. 2001b. Features of breeding biology in Pacific Golden-Plover
nesting on the Seward Peninsula, Alaska. Wader Study Group Bulletin
25:59-65.
Pratt, H.D., P.L. Bruner, and D.G. Berrett. 1987. A field guide to the birds of
Hawaii and the tropical Pacific. Princeton University Press. Princeton,
New Jersey. 409pp.
Pyle, R.L. 2002. Checklist of the birds ofHawaii - 2002. `Elepaio 62(6):137-148.
Appendix F
Memo dated March 23, 2007, Waimea Wastewater Company
Waimea Wastewater Company, Inc.
A Parker Ranch Company
67-1435 Mamalahoa Highway
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
Telephone: 808/885-7311 Facsimile: 808/887-1774
March 23, 2007
Walter A. Billingsley, PE
Project Manager
Belt Collins Hawaii, Ltd.
2153 North King Street, #200
Honolulu, HI 96819-4554
RE: Request for R'astewater Service-NortL Hawaii Community Hospital
Proposed Medical Office Park, TMK (3) 6-7-2: 20
Dear Mr. Billingsley:
Thank you for your letter of January 29, 2007, as well as your follow up email of
February 23, 2007. We understand your request for sewer service, on behalf of your
client, North Hawaii Community Hospital, to include the following estimated parameters:
a. Avenge daily flow rnte: 9,240 gallons per day
b. Peak flow rate: 53,653 gallons per day
c. Total suspended solids: 260 mg/1
d. BODS: 200 mg/1
e. Estimated connection: January 2009
At the present time, our existing plant is unable to accommodate these flows. However,
as I mentioned in our discussions, we are in the process of undertaking an expansion
phase of our existing wastewater treatment plant. During this coming yeaz, we expect to
progress through the design and permitting phase. After that portion is completed, we
will put the proposed improvements out to bid, followed by the construction of the plant
expansion. At this time, 1 expect that we will be able to accommodate your request to
connect to our wastewater system and provide service to your medical office park in
January 2009. Please continue to keep us informed of the progress of your project and
we will also be able to apprise you of our expansion progress.
We have included a copy of the Hawaii PUC Tariff, Volume No. 1 for Waimea
Wastewater Company, which was filed with the Public Utilities Commission on
November 13, 1996. Please review in detail, pages 1 ] to l5, Rule N, Unacceptable
Wastes. This section identifies which types of wastes are permitted to be disposed of,
into our wastewater system.
Should you have any questions, please get back to me.
Sincerely,
~
Riley Smith, P.E.
General Manager
Attachments: PUC Tariff; filed 11/13/96
cc: Wayne Higaki, North Hawaii Community Hospital
Duncan Anderson, Island Utility Services
Bert Saito, M&E Pacific
Barry Muranaka, Akinaka & Associates
Gene Yong
From: Christine Imada
Sent: Tuesday, April 10, 2007 3:13 PM
To: File
Cc: Gene Yong; Walter Billingsley
SubJect: FW: NHCH Wastewater System-Revised
2005.33.3001
-----Original Message-----
From: Riley Smith [mailto:rsmith@parkerranch.com]
Sent: Tuesday, April 10, 2007 3:00 PM
To: Christine Imada
Cc: Walter Billingsley; 'Saito, Hert'; 'Barry Muranaka'; 'Duncan Anderson'; 'Wayne Higaki'
Subject: RE: NHCH Wastewater System-Revised
CHRISTINE - Thanks for the update. Our prior letter still applies.
Continue to keep us posted, as your plans progress.
Thanks
Riley
-----Original Message-----
From: Christine Imada [mailto:cimada®beltcollins.com]
Sent: Tuesday, April 10, 2007 11:97 AM
To: Riley Smith
Cc: Walter Billingsley
Subject: NHCH Wastewater System-Revised
Riley,
We have decided to revise our flow numbers to be in accordance with DOH standards. The
new and previous demands are as follows:
New Wastewater Demands
Average Daily Demand: 3,780 gpd
Peak Flow: 26,011 gpd
Previous Wastewater Demands
Average Daily Demand: 9,240 gpd
Peak Flow: 53,653 gpd
Since this is a fairly significant change, does it in any way affect your response? If so,
do you need us to re-submit the Request for Service Letter?
Let us know what you think.
Thank you
Christine Imada
Junior Civil Engineer
Belt Collins Hawaii Ltd.
2153 North King Street, Suite 200
Honolulu, HI 96819-4554
Tel: 808 521 5361 * Fax: 808 538 7819
E-mail: cimadaebeltcollins.com
Web: http://www.beltcollins.com
This message is intended for use of the addressee and may contain information that is
privileged and confidential. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby
1
WAIMEA WASTEWATER COMPANY, INC. Hawaii P.U.C. Tariff
Kamuela, Hawaii Original Volume No. 1
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HAWAII P.U.C. TARIFF
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Riley W. Smith, Project Manager
Waimea Wastewater Company
P.O. Box 126
Kamueia, Hawaii 96743
Issued by: Riley W. Smilh, Project Manager Filed: November 13, 1996
P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 13, 1996
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
WAIMEA WASTEWATER COMPANY, INC. Hawaii P.U.C. Tariff
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Preliminary Statement . 3
Service Area Map 4
Schedule of Rates 5
Rules and Regulations 6
Form of Application for Service 35
Issued by: Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: November 13, 1996
P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 13, 1996
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
WAIMEA WASTEWATER COMPANY, INC. Hawaii P.U.C. Tariff
Kamuela, Hawaii Original Volume No. 1
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PRELIMINARY STATEMENT
WAIMEA WASTEWATER COMPANY, INC., is a corporation formed under the laws
of the State of Hawaii. Waimea Wastewater Company, Inc., was established to provide
waste water treatment services in the South Kohata area of the County, Island and State
of Hawaii.
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Issued by: Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: November 13, 1996
P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 13, 1996
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
WAIMEA WASTEWATER COMPANY, INC. Hawaii P.U.C. Tariff
Kamuela, Hawaii Original Volume No. 1
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Issued b . Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: November , 1996
P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 1 1996
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
WAIMEA WASTEWATER COMPANY, INC. Hawaii P.U.C. Tariff
Kamuela, Hawaii Original Volume No. 1
First Revised Sheet No. 6
Cancels Original Sheet No. 5
SCHEDULE OF RATES TO BE CHARGED
The monthly service charges to various customers for wastewater (sewer) services shall
be as indicated in the following schedule of rates:
Customer Ctass C r e
Single Family Residential Unit $32.00 per month
Unit in aMulti-Family Dwelling $32.00 per month
North Hawaii Community Hospital $6,200 per month
All other facilities including commercial, $ 4.25 per 1,000 gallons of
recreational, schools, churches, etc. metered water flow or
design flow as determined
by applicable State or
County design standards.
These rates have been authorized by the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission in its Decision
and Order No.16167, Docket No. 96-0209. These rates are effective on January 22,1998,
and shall continue until changed by authority of the Commission.
These charges are exclusive of any taxes, hook-up fees, connection fees, contributions in
aid of construction, and/or any other charges imposed by the Waimea Wastewater
Company,, Inc. Rules and Regulations.
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Issued by: Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: January 28, 1998
P.O. Box 126 Effective; January 22, 1998
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
WAIMEA WASTEWATER COMPANY, INC. Hawaii P.U.C. Tariff
Kamuela, Hawaii Original Volume No
SCHEDULE OF RATES TO BE CHARGED
The month service charges to each Waimea Elderly Housing Project ustomer for
wastewater ( wer) services shall be as indicated in the following sched of rates:
Customer Class Charge
Waimea Elderly Hou ' g $32.00 per onth per unit
Project (e.g., 4 units x $32 = $1,280)
These rates have been authorized respect to s ice to the Waimea Elderly Housing
Project customers by the Hawaii Pub Utilities C mission in its Decision and Order No.
15150, Docket No. 96-0209, subject to fund a pending issuance of a final decision and
order on the Company's application fora Went CPCN. These rates are effective on
November 13, 1996, and shall continue u changed by authority of the Commission.
These charges are exclusive of any to , hoo p fees, connection fees, contributions in
aid of construction, andlor any o r charges ' posed by the Waimea Wastewater
Company, Inc. Rules and Regulati s.
Is ed by: Riley W. Smilh, Project Manager Filed: November , 1996
P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 13, 1996
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
WAIMEA WASTEWATER COMPANY, INC. Hawaii P.U.C. Tariff
Kamuela, Hawaii Original Volume No. 1
First Revised Sheet No. 6
Cancels Original Sheet No. 6
RULES AND REGULATIONS
FOREWORD
These Rules and Regulations have been adopted to establish uniform practices
governing sewer service and to define the obligations of the Company to consumers and
of consumers to the Company.
It is the policy of the Company to render fully satisfactory service to all consumers
and to encourage courtesy to the public by all its employees. Consumers are advised to
obtain information from the Company on the availability of sewer service, acceptable and
unacceptable discharge practices, and other pertinentdata to assure satisfactory service.
It is the Company's objective to provide sanitary sewer service primarily to single-
family residential, multifamily residential, and commercial projects of a size that makes a
sewer system desirable or required, at a reasonable cost consistent with the Company
receiving a reasonable rate of return.
The Company's service area is located in South Kohala, island of Hawaii, as shown
on its Service Area Map, and is defined in the certificate of public convenience and
necessity issued by the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission.
Issued by: Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: January 28, 1998
P.O. Box 126 Effective: January 22, 1998
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
WAIMFJ\ WASTEWATER COMPANY, INC. Hawaii P.U.C. Tariff
muela, Hawaii Original Volume N 1
RULES AND REGULATIONS
FOREWORD
These ules and Regulations have been adopted to establish u orm practices
governing sewe ervice and to define the obligations of the Company 1 consumers and
of consumers tot Company.
It is the policy o the Company to render fully satisfactory s ice to all consumers
and to encourage court y to the public by all its employees. C sumers are advised to
obtain infonnation from th Company on the availability of sew r service, acceptable and
unacceptable discharge pra ices, and other pertinent data t ssure satisfactory service.
It is the Company's obje 've to provide sanitary s wer service primarily to single-
family residential, multifamily resi ntial, and commer ' I projects of a size that makes a
sewer system desirable or require at a reasonabl cost consistent with the Company
receiving a reasonable rate of return.
Issued by: Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: November 3, 1996
P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 1 1996
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
WAIMEA WASTEWATER COMPANY, INC. Hawaii P.U.C. Tariff
Kamuela. Hawaii Original Volume No. 1
nrig'nal Sheuf Nn 7
RULES AND REGULATIONS
RULEI
DEFINITIONS
For the purpose of these Rules and Regulations, unless it is plainly evident from the
context that a different meaning is intended, the following words and terms used herein are
defined as follows:
1. The word "Company" shall mean the Waimea Wastewater Company, 1nc.,
a Hawaii corporation.
2. The word "consumer" or "customer" shall mean the person or persons, firm,
corporation, association or governmental department, whether owner or
tenant, whose name(s) appears on the records of the Company as the party
responsible and liable for payment of charges to the Company.
3. The term "cost of service connection" shall mean the sum of the cost of the
labor, materials, transportation, equipment, and road repair, if any, and other
incidental charges necessary for the complete installation of a service
connection.
4. The term "Company's sewer system" means the system owned and operated
by the Company.
5. The term "garbage" shall mean solid wastes resuRing from preparing,
Woking and dispensing food and from handling, storing, and selling produce.
6. The term "garbage properly shredded" shall mean garbage that has been
shredded to such a degree that all particles can be carried freely under
normal flow conditions in the Company's sewer system.
7. The termaslug" shall mean any discharge of water, sewage, or industrial
waste that, in concentration of a given constituent or in quantity of flaw,
exceeds for at least 75 minutes more than 5 times the average flow during
a normal 24-hour period of operation.
Issued by: Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Fiied~ November 13, 1996
P.O. Box 126 EHeclive: November 13, 1996
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
WAIMF~4 WASTEWATER COMPANY, INC. Hawaii P.U.C. Tariff
Kamuela, Hawaii Origins! Volume No. 1
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RULES AND REGULATIONS
RULE II
GENERAL CONDITIONS
1. Any prospective consumer whose single-family residential, multifamily
residential, or commercial premises are within the areas covered by a
certificate of public convenience and necessity for sewer service issued by
the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission may obtain sewer service from the
Company, provided that the Company has sufficient sewage treatment plant
capacity to take on new or additional service without detriment to those
already served or promised service and provided, further, that the following
design flows are not exceeded.
a. Design flows: In determining the required capacities of sanitary
sewers, the following factors shall be considered:
(1) Average Daily per Capita Flow: New sewer systems shall be
designed on the basis of an average per capita flow of
wastewater of SO gallons per day, unless other current data
has been established by the County of Hawaii. Densities of
residential occupancy shall be assumed to be 4 persons per
home and 2.8 persons per apartment unit.
(2) Other Average Flows: Other wastewater flows shall be based
on land use or best available data, whichever is higher.
Considerations shall be given for high wastewater generation
for particular types of industries. The following equivalent
populations or average flow data shall be used for the various
land uses:
(a) Central Business 300 cpa~
(b) Community Business 140 cps
(c) Neighborhood Business 40 cps
(d) Resort 400 cps
issued by: Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: November 13, 1996
P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 13. 1996
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
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Kamuela, Hawaii Original Volume No. 1
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(e) Apartment (high density) 390 cpa
(f) Apartment (medium density) 250 cpa
(g) Apartment (low density) 85 cpa
(h) General lndustry ~ 100 cpa
(i) Waterfront Industry 40 cpa
(j) School 25 gpcd"
(k) Institution (hospital, etc.) 200 gpcd
cpa =capital per acre
gpcd =gallon per capita per day
(3) Average Wastewater Flow: The average wastewater flow is
the sum of the applicable wastewater flow obtained in Sections
(1) and (2) above.
2. The amounts to be paid for sewer service shall be in accordance with the
rates on file with the Public Utilities Commission of the State of Hawaii.
3. A nonrefundable contribution in aid of construction may be required as a
condition to receiving service in accordance with Rule XII.
4. Where an extension of secondary mains is necessary, refer to Rule XII.
5. Application for sewer service and service connection shalt be made in
accordance with Rule V of these Rules and Regulations.
6. Billing, payment of bills, and late payment charges for sewer service shall be
in accordance with Rule VI of these Rules and Regulations.
Issued by: Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: November 13, 1996
P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 13, 1996
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
WAIMEA WASTEWATER COMPANY, INC. Hawaii P.U.C. Tariff
Kamuela, Hawaii Original Volume No. 1
First Revised Sheet No. 10
Cancels Original Sheet No. 10
RULES AND REGULATIONS
RULE III
INTERRUPTION OF SERVICE
1. The Company will exercise reasonable diligence and care to provide
adequate sewer service to the consumer and to avoid interruptions in
service, but will not be liable for any interruption or insufficiency of service or
any loss or damage occasioned thereby. Nor will it be liable for termination
of services for reasons deemed necessary and proper, as provided herein.
2. The Company reserves the right at any and all times to shut off service
without notice for the purpose of making repairs, extensions, alterations, or
for other reasons. Repairs or improvements will be prosecuted as rapidly as
practicable and, insofar as practicable, at such times as will cause the (east
inconvenience to the consumer. Except in the case of emergency repairs,
the Company shall use its best efforts to give the Consumer at least 24 hours
notice before shutting off service.
a
Issued by: Riley W. Smlih, Project Manager Filed: January 26, 1998
P.O. Box 126 Effective: January 22, 1998
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
IMEA WASTEWATER COMPANY, INC. Hawaii P.U.C. T ff
Ka uela, Hawaii Original Volume . 1
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RULE III
INTERRUPTION OF SERVICE
1. T Company will exercise reasonable diligence and re to provide
ade uate sewer service to the consumer and to avo' interruptions in
servi but wilt not be liable for any interruption or ins 'envy of service or
any los or damage occasioned thereby. Nor will it b iable for termination
of service for reasons deemed necessary and pro r, as provided herein.
2. The Compan reserves the right at any and a times to shut off service
without notice f the purpose of making repai ,extensions, alterations, or
for other reasons. Repairs or improvements lit be prosecuted as rapidly as
practicable and, ins far as practicable, at s ch times as will-cause the least
inconvenience to the onsumer.
Issued by: Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: November , 1996
P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 13, 1996
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
WAIMEA WASTEWATER COMPANY, INC. Hawaii P.U.C. Tariff
Kamuela, Hawaii Original Volume No. 1.
original AhppT Nn 11
RULES AND REGULATIONS
RULE IV
UNACCEPTABLE WASTES
1. No person shall discharge or cause to be discharged any storm water,
surtace water, ground water, roof run-off, subsurtace drainage,
uncontaminated cooling water, or unpolluted industrial process waters to any
sanitary sewer.
2. No person shall discharge or cause to be discharged any of the following
described waters or wastes to any sewers of the Company:
(a) Any gasoline, benzene, naphtha, fuel oil, or other flammable or
explosive liquid, solid, or gas.
(b) Any waters or wastes containing toxic or poisonous solids, liquids, or
gases in sufficient quantity, either singly or by interaction with other
wastes, to injure or intertere with any sewage treatment process,
constitute a hazard to humans or animals, create a public nuisance,
or create any hazard in the receiving waters of the sewage treatment
plant, including but not limited to cyanides in excess of lwo (2) mg/I as
CN in the wastes as discharged to the sewer of the Company.
(c) Any waters or wastes having a pH lower than 5.5 or having any other
corrosive property capable of causing damage or hazard to
structures, equipment, and personnel of the sewer works.
(d) Solid or viscous substances in quantities or of such size capable of
causing obstruction to the flow in sewers, or other interference with
the proper operation of the sewer works such as, but not limited to,
ashes, cinders, sand, mulch, straw, shavings, metals, glass, rags,
feathers, tar, plastics, wood, unground garbage, whole blood, paunch
manure, hair and fleshing entrails, and paper dishes, cups, and milk
containers.
3. No person shall discharge or cause to be discharged the following described
substances, materials, waters or wastes if it appears likely in the opinion of
Issued by: Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: November 13, 1996
P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 13, 1996
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
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Kamuela, Hawaii Original Volume No. 1
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the Company that such wastes can harm either the sewers, sewage
treatment process or equipment, have an adverse effect on the receiving
stream, or can otherwise endanger life, limb, public or private property, or
constitute a nuisance. In forming an opinion as to the acceptability of those
wastes, the Company will give consideration to such factors as the quantities
of subject wastes in relation to flows and velocities in the sewers, materials
of construction of the sewers, nature of the sewage treatment process,
capacities of the sewage treatment plant, degree of treatability of wastes in
the sewage treatment plant, and other factors. The substances prohibited
are:
(a) Any liquid or vapor having a temperature higher than one hundred fifty
(150) degrees F.
(b) Any water or waste containing fats, wax, grease, or oils, whether
emulsified ar not, in excess of one hundred (100) mgfl or containing
substances that may solidify or become viscous at temperatures
between thirty-two (32) and one hundred fifty (i50) degrees F.
(c) Any garbage that has not been properly shredded, The installation
and operation of any garbage grinder equipped with a motor of three-
- fourths (314) horsepower or greater shall be subject to the review and
approval of the Company.
(d) Any waters or wastes containing strong iron pickling wastes or
concentrated plating solutions, whether neutralized or not.
(e) Any waters or wastes containing iron, chromium, copper, zinc, and
similar objectionable or toxic substances; or wastes exerting an
excessive chlorine requirement, to such degree that any such material
received in the composite sewage at the sewage treatment works
exceeds the limits established by the Company for such materials.
(f) Any waters or wastes containing phenols or other taste- or odor-
producing substances, in such concentrations exceeding limits that
may be established by the Company as necessary, after treatment of
Issued by: Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: November 13, 1996
P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 13, 1996
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
WAIMEA WASTEWATER COMPANY, INC. Hawaii P.U.C. Tariff
Kamuela, Hawaii Original Volume No. 1
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the composite sewage, to meet the requirements of the State,
Federal, or other public agencies of jurisdiction for such discharge to
the receiving waters.
(g) Any radioactive wastes or isotopes of such half-life or concentration
as may exceed limits established by the Company in compliance with
applicable State or Federal regulations. .
(h) Any waters or wastes having pH in excess of 9.5.
(i) Materials that exert or cause:
(1) Unusual concentrations of inert suspended solids (such as, but
not limited to, fullers earth, time slurries, and lime residues) or
of dissolved solids (such as, but not limited to, sodium chloride
and sodium sulfate).
{2) Excessive discoloration (such as, but not limited to, dye wastes
and vegetable tanning solutions).
(3) Unusual BOD, chemical oxygen demand, or chlorine
requirements in such quantities as to constitute a significant
load on the sewage treatment works.
(4) Unusual volume of flow or concentration of wastes constituting
"slugs" as defined herein.
Q) Waters or wastes containing substances that are not amenable to
treatment or reduction by the sewage treatment process employed,
or are amenable to treatment only to such degree that the sewage
treatment plant effluent cannot meet the requirements of other
agencies having jurisdiction over discharge to the receiving waters.
4. If any waters or wastes are discharged, or are proposed to be discharged to
the Company's sewers, that contain the substances or possess the
characteristics given in paragraph 3 of this Rule IV, and that in the
Issued by: Riley W, Smifh, Project Manager Filed: November 13, 1996
P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 13, 1996
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
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Kamuela, Hawaii Original Volume No. 1
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Company's judgment may have a deleterious effect on the sewage works of
the Company, processes, equipment, or receiving waters, ar that otherwise
create a hazard to life or constitute a public nuisance, the Company may:
(a) Reject the wastes,
(b) Require pre-treatment to an acceptable condition for discharge to the
sewers of the Company,
(c) Require control over the quantities and rates of discharge to the
sewers of the Company,
(d) Require payment to cover the added cost of handling and treating the
wastes not covered by existing sewer charges under the provisions
of paragraph 9 of this rule.
If the Company permits the pre-treatment or equalization of waste flows, the
design and installation of the plants and equipment shall be subject to the
review and approval of the Company, and subject to the requirements of all
applicable codes, ordinances, and laws.
5. Grease, oil, and sand interceptors shall be provided when, in the opinion of
the Company, they are necessary for the proper handling of liquid wastes
containing grease in excessive amounts, or any flammable wastes, sand, or
other harmful ingredients; except that such interceptors shall not be required
for private living quarters or dwelling units. All interceptors shall be of a type
and capacity approved by the Company and shall be located as to be readily
and easily accessible for cleaning and inspection.
6. Where preliminary treatment orflow-equalization facilities are provided for
any waters or wastes, they shall be maintained continuously in satisfactory
and effective operation by the owner at the owner's expense.
7. When required by the Company, the owner of any property serviced by a
building sewer carrying industrial wastes shall install a suitable control
manhole together with such necessary meters and other appurtenances in
Issued by: Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: November 13, 1996
P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 13, 1996
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
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Kamuela, Hawaii Original Volume No. 1
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the building sewer to facilitate observation, sampling, and measurement of
the wastes. Such manhole, when required, shall be accessibly and safely
located and shall be constructed in accordance with plans approved by the
Company. The manhole shall be installed by the owner at the owner's
expense and shall be maintained by the owner so as to be safe and
accessible at all times.
8. All measurements, tests, and analyses of the characteristics of waters and
wastes to which reference is made in these Rules and Regulations shall be
determined in accordance with the latest edition of "Standard Methods for
the Examination of Water and Wastewater," published by the American
Public Health Association, and shall be determined at the control manhole
provided, or upon suitable samples taken at the control manhole.
In the event that no special manhole has been required, the control manhole
shall be considered to be the nearest downstream manhole in the
Company's sewer to the point at which the building sewer is connected.
Sampling shall be carried out by customary accepted methods to reflect the
effects of constituents upon the sewage works and to determine the
existence of hazards to life, limb, and property. Crhe particular analyses
involved will determine whether atwenty-four (24) hour composite of all
outfalls of a premise is appropriate or whether a grab sample or samples
should be taken. Normally, but not always, BOD and suspended solid
analyses are obtained from 24-hour composites of all outfalls whereas pHs
are determined from periodic grab samples.)
9. No statement contained in these Rules and Regulations shall be construed
as preventing any special agreement or arrangement between the Company
and any industrial concern whereby an industrial waste of unusual strength
or character may be accepted by the Company for treatment, subject to
payment therefor, by the industrial concern.
Issued by: Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: November 13, 1996
P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 13, 1996
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
WAIMEA WASTEWATER COMPANY, INC. Hawaii P.U.C. Tariff
Kamuela, Hawaii Original Volume No. 1
nrininal Chaaf Nn 1R
RULES AND REGULATIONS
RULE V
APPLICATION FOR SEWER SERVICE
AND SERVICE CONNECTION
1. Each prospective consumer will be required to sign a standard application
form {see attached) for the sewer service desired, assuming responsibility for
the payment of future charges for sewer service'at the designated location,
before any use whatever. The consumer signing the application form shall
be held liable for the payment of all charges for sewer service at the
designated location.
2. Service will be granted, without advance deposit required, to property
owners. Service will be granted to and an advance deposit equal to three
months' estimated billing may be required from those having leases with at
least aone-year term. Service may be provided to tenants of shorter
duration if a deposit is made equal to three months' estimated billing. The
deposit shall be subject to the provisions set forth in Section 4 of this Rule.
3. The Company reserves the right to begin assessing charges when sewer
service is established and available. Charges will continue until notification
to stop is received from the consumer or until discontinuation by the
Company for failure of the consumer to comply with these Rules and
Regulations.
4. When an application for sewer service is made by a consumer who was
responsible for and failed to pay all bills previously rendered, the Company
may refuse to furnish sewer service to such applicant until the outstanding
bills are paid. Further, in this case the Company may charge a deposit equal
to three months' estimated billing. Such deposit shall be held for the benefit
of the consumer and interest accrued at six (6) per cent annual simple
interest. deposit with interest shall be refunded within 30 days after final bill
is paid or two years of timely payment, whichever comes first.
5. A connection deposit of not less than $200.00 and at least equal to the
Company's estimate of the cost of the service connection shall be required
of the applicant before the connection is installed. If the actual cost of the
Issued by Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: November 13, 1996
P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 13, 1996
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connection is in excess of the deposit, the applicant will be billed and shall
pay for the difference. If the actual cost is less than the deposit, the
applicant will be refunded the difference.
6. When the application for service connection has been approved, such
connection will be installed by the Company at the expense of the applicant
and thereafter will be maintained by the Company at its expense.
7. All service connection will become the property of the Company for its
operation and maintenance after installation, and new connections or
disconnections may be made thereto by the Company at any time.
8. Only employees of the Company, or the Company's agents, will be allowed
to connect, disconnect, or provide maintenance to the service connection to
the Company's sewer system.
9. A consumer, prior to making any material change in the size, character, or
extent of the equipment or operations for which the Company's service is
utilized, shall give the Company written notice of the extent and nature of the
change not less than ten (10) days before the change is made.
10. When the proper size of service connection for any premises has been
determined and the installation has been made, the Company has fulfilled its
obligations insofar as the size of the service and the location are concerned.
If the consumer subsequently desires a change in size of the service
connection or a change in the location thereof, the customer shall bear all
costs of such change.
11. All work and materials in connection wRh the change in location or elevation
of any part of the existing sewer system made necessary by the new service
connectiotl will be at the expense of the applicant.
12. When required by the Company, contours or elevations shall be furnished by
the applicant, based upon U.S.G.S. or County of Hawaii data.
Issued by: Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: November 13, 1996
P.O. Box 726 Effective: November 13, 1996
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
WAIMEA WASTEWATER COMPANY, INC. Hawaii P.U.C. TariN
Kamuela, Hawaii Original Volume No. 1
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73. The Company will determine the location and size of all service connections
to its systems. No service connection or sewer main wilt be insialled by the
Company in any private road, lane, street, alley, court, or place, until such
private areas are open to the public and brought to proper grade and unless
the Company is given proper easements or other rights satisfactory to the
Company for the main or service connection. Otherwise, an applicant
desiring sewer service to property fronting ore such private areas, must
extend the applicant's collection pipe to the sewer line within the nearest
public street.
Issued by: Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: November 13, 1996
P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 13, 1996
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
WAIMFA WASTEWATER COMPANY, INC. Hawaii P.U.C. Tariff
Kamuela, Hawaii Griginal Volume No. 1
first Revised Sheet No. 19
Cancels Original Sheet No. 19
RULES AND 12EGUlAT10NS
RULE VI
METER READING AND RENDERING OF BILLS
1. Bills are rendered monthly or bimonthly at the option of the Company. All
bills will be due and payable upon deposit in the United States mail, receipt
by the consumer, or other presentation to the consumer, Payment shall be
made at the office of the Company or, at the Company's option, to duly
authorized collectors of the Company, in perspn or by U.S. mail. If any bill
is not paid within thirty (30) days alter presentation or deposit in the United
States mail, the sewer service will be subject to discontinuance in
accordance with Section 3 of Rule V11, and a reconnection charge of $25.00
shall be required in addition to payment of the amount due and payable in
order to re-establish sewer service.
2. The consumer shall submit any dispute regarding the charges appearing on
the bill to the Company in writing not later than twenty (20) days following the
due date for the bill. The Company shall furnish a written response
regarding its investigation and determination as to the correctness or any
adjustments to the bill within fifteen (15) days of its receipt of the written
dispute. The consumer may pay the disputed bill under protest within the
time required by this Rule VI to avoid discontinuation of service, in which
event the dispute will be submitted to the Public Utilities Commission of the
State of Hawaii for final determination.
3. When the monthly sewer quantity charge is based on metered domestic
water consumption, the meter readings will be performed by the Company,
its agent, or the Hawaii County Department of Water Supply (the DWS).
Special readings will be made, when necessary, for closing accounts or for
other reasons.
a. Readings of separate meters will not be combined. For the purpose
of computing charges, all meters serving the consumes premises will
be considered separately, and the readings thereof will not be
combined except in cases where the DWS installs two or more meters
in parallel to serve the same consumer's supply pipe.
Issued by: Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: January 28, 1998
P.O. Box 126 Effective: January 22, 1998
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RULE VI
METER READING AND RENDERING OF BILLS
1. B s are rendered monthly or bimonthly at the option of t e Company. All
bills ill be due and payable upon deposit in the United ales mail, receipt
by th wnsumer, or other presentation to the consum .Payment shall be
made the office of the Company or, at the Co any's option, to duly
authorize collectors of the Company. If any bill is of paid within thirty (30)
days after resentation or deposit in the Unit States mail, the sewer
service will subject to discontinuance in a ordance with Section 3 of
Rule VII, and a econnection charge of $25. shalt be required in addition
to payment of th amount due and payab in order to re-establish sewer
service.
2. The consumer shall su it any dispu regarding the charges appearing on
the bill to the Company i riling no ater than twenty (20) days following the
due date for the bill. a Co pany shall furnish a written response
regarding its investigation a d etermination as to the correctness or any
adjustments to the bill within een {15) days of its receipt of the written
dispute. The consumer m p the disputed bill under protest within the
time required by this Rul Ito oid discontinuation of service, in which
event the dispute will be ubmitted the Pubfic UtilRies Commission of the
State of Hawaii for fin determinatio
3. When the month) sewer quantity charg is based on metered domestic
water consumpti ,the meter readings will a performed by the Company,
its agent, or t Hawaii County Department f Water Supply (the DWS).
Special read' gs will be made, when necessa for closing accounts or for
other yeas s.
a. eadings of separate meters will not be comb ed. For the purpose
of computing charges, all meters serving the con mer's premises will
be considered separately, and the readings reof will not be
combined except in cases where the DWS installs or more meters
in parallel to serve the same consumer's supply pipe.
Issued Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: Novembe 3, 1996
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b. If the DWS makes an adjustment of a customer's water usage, the
Company will make a comparable adjustment of the customer's sewer
fee, provided that the customer's sewer fee is based on metered
domestic water consumption.
c. No adjustments will be made nor submetered readings taken to adjust
water consumption for irrigation or other non-sanitary uses of water.
Issued by: Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: November 13, 1996
P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 13, 1996
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
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RULE VII
DISCONTINUANCE OF SERVICE
1. Each consumer about to vacate any premises supplied with sewer service
by the Company shall give thirty (30~ days' notice of the consumer's intention
to vacate prior thereto, specifying the date service is desired to be
discontinued; otherwise the consumer will be held responsible for all sewer
service furnished to such premises until the Company has received such
notice of discontinuation, Before any buildings are demolished the Company
should be notified so the service connection can be closed.
2. Closing bills will ordinarily be determined by measuring the amount of water
used since the last bill, as indicated by the meter reading, and adding a pro-
rated service charge. In pro-rating service charges, a billing month will be
considered as thirty days. If a meter cannot be read, an estimated billing will
be rendered.
3. Sewer service may be discontinued for nonpayment of a bill within thirty (30) '
days after the mailing or presentation thereof to the consumer. The
Company may pursue any other remedy permitted by law.
4. If the consumer fails to comply with any of these Rules and Regulations, or
tampers with the service facilities of the Company, the Company will have
the right to discontinue the service.
5. The Company may refuse to grant service or may discontinue existing sewer
service to any premises to protect itself against fraud, abuse, ar disposal of
unacceptable wastes.
6. The Company may refuse to furnish an increased level of service, and may
discontinud the sewer service to any premises, where the demands of the
consumer will result in inadequate service to others.
7. Unless otherwise stated or unless termination without notice is necessary to
protect against a condition determined by the Company to be hazardous or
to prevent any abuse of service that adversely affects the Company sewer
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P.O. Box 126 Effect+ve: November 13, 1996
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system or its service to other consumers, a consumer will be given at least
five (5) days' written notice prior to termination of service, and the
consumer's service will not be discontinued on the day preceding or days on
which the Company's business office is closed.
Issued by' Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: November 13, 1996
P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 13, 1996
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
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Kamuela, Hawaii Original Volume No. 1
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RULE VIII
LIABILITY FOR REPAIR COSTS
The consumer shall be liable for any damage to equipment or property of the
Company caused by the consumer or the consumer's tenants, agents, employees,
contractors, licensees, or permittees, on the consumer's premises, and the Company shall
be promptly reimbursed by the consumer for any such damage upon presentation of a bill
therefor. Any damage to Company facilities shall be reported as soon as possible.
Issued by: Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: November 13, 1996
P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 13, 1996
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
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RULE IX
INGRESS TO AND EGRESS FROM CONSUMER'S PREMISES
Any officer, employee, or agent of the Company will have the right of ingress and
egress from the consumer's premises at all reasonable hours for purposes reasonably
connected with the furnishing of sewer service to the premises and the exercise of any and
alt rights secured to the Company by law or these Rules and Regulations. fn case any
such officer, employee, or agent is refused admittance to any premises, is hindered from
being admitted, or is prevented from making such inspection, the Company may cause the
sewer service to be discontinued from the premises after giving twenty-four (24) hours'
notice to the owner or occupant of the premises of its intention to do so.
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Issued by: Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: November 73, 1996
P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 13, 1996
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
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RULE X
SEVERABILI7Y
If any rule, section, sentence, clause, or phrase of these Rules and Regulations or
its application to any person or circumstance or property is held to be unconstitutional or
invalid, the remaining portions of these Rules and Regulations or the application of these
Rules and Regulations to other persons or circumstances or property will not be affected.
The Company hereby declares that it would have adopted these Rules and Regulations,
and each and every rule, section, sentence, clause, or phrase thereof, irrespective of the
fact that any one or more other rules, sections, sentences, clauses, or phrases be declared
unconstitutional or invalid.
Issued by: Rlley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: November 13, 1996
P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 13, 1995
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
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RULE XI
CONTRIBUTION IN AID OF CONSTRUCTION
(FACILITIES CHARGES)
1. As a condition of receiving service or substantially increasing sewage outflow
volume from new or substantially modified facilities, developer and
commercial applicants shall be required to pay a nonrefundable contribution
in aid of construction to the Company.
2. Contribution in aid of construction payments are used by the Company to
install or pay for new or expanded sewage treatment plant facilities required
to serve such applicants or consumers, including:
(a) Construction of new primary collection main extensions;
(b) Construction of new effluent disposal systems;
(c) Construction of new primary collection system or improvements to
increase the capacity or efficiency of the existing primary collection
system;
{d) Preparation, engineering and design work necessary to the
construction of new sewer treatment facilities; and
(e) Related improvements intended to increase the capacity, efficiency
or quality of the primary sewer system.
3. "New facilities" as named in Section 1 of this Rule will mean premises or
facilities that have not been connected to the Company's sewer system prior
to July 1, 1996.
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4. "Substantially modified facilities" will mean premises or facilities to which any
material change is made in the size of the premises or facilities, or in the
character or extent of any commercial activities conducted at the premises
or facilities, that results in an estimated increase in sewage outflow
contribution by the premises in excess of twenty (20) per cent.
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5. The contribution in aid of construction required as a condition of service to
a new facility will be payable only once for such facility, provided that an
additional contribution in aid of construction maybe required- from developers
or commercial consumers for facilities that are substantially modified.
6. The amount of the contribution in aid of construction will be the cost to the
Company of extending the collection system from the end of the collection
system to the customer's property line.
7. The average daily demand will be based on the design flows set forth in
Section 1(a) of Rule II. These guidelines are approximate, and each
development will be evaluated based on design.
8. The contribution in aid of construction for new facilities shall .be payable
(a) 50 per cent within ninety (90) days of issuance of a "will serve" letter by
the Company to the applicant for service, and (b) the remaining 50 per cent
prior to connection to the Company's sewer system. If the initia150 per cent
is not paid within ninety (90) days after issuance of a "will serve" letter, the
"will serve" letter shall be null and void. Any "will serve" letter issued by the
Company will not be binding until payment is received.
9. The contribution in aid of construction for substantially modified facilities shall
be payable (a) within thirty (30) days after the consumer receives a building
permit, or (b) as of the date upon which the consumer increases sewer
treatment facility usage as a result of the modification, if the consumer fails
to provide the Company with prior written notice of the modification.
10. In lieu of providing the contribution in aid of construction required by this Rule
Xl, developer and commercial applicants, at the Company's option, may be
penmitted to construct and install, or to arrange for the installation of, the new
sewage treatment plant facilities required to serve such applicants. Such
installations, if permitted by the Comparry, shall be made in accordance with
plans and specifications approved by the Company and shall be made by
contractors approved by the Company. The cost of such installations,
including the cost of inspection and supervision by the Company, shall be
paid directly by the applicants. The app?icants shall provide the Company
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with statements of the actual construction cost in reasonable detail. All
facilities installed hereunder will become the sole property of the Company,
and shall be dedicated to the Company upon completion (in a manner
satisfactory to the Company), free and clear of any liens, mortgages, or other
encumbrances, through appropriate deeds, rights of way, easements, bills
of sale, or other instruments as required by the Company. In addition, such
applicants shall be required to pay to the Company all Hawaii and federal
income tax applicable to the contribution of the facilities, calculated at the
marginal income tax rate applicable to corporations, and the Company will
not be required to accept the dedication prior to its receipt of such payment.
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Issued by: Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: November 13, 1996
P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 13, 1996
Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
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RULE XIl
SYSTEM EXTENSIONS
1. Extensions of secondary sewer mains from the Company sewer system to
serve new consumers, and connections to sewer main extensions with
respect to which customer contributions were made, will be made under the
provisions of this rule. A contract concerning extension of the secondary
sewer main shall be executed by the Company and the applicant before the
Company begins construction work on such a main. Or, if the applicant
constructs an extension of a secondary sewer main, the contract shall be
executed before the facilities comprising the extension are transferred to the
Company.
2. Customer contributions may be either refundable or nonrefundable
depending on their use. For the purposes of this Rule XII, the
"nonrefundable construction cosy' will be the cost to install facilities of
adequate capacity for the service requested. If the Company, at fts option,
determines that it is appropriate to install facilities with a larger capacity or
with greater footage of extension than required for the service requested, the
"oversizing cost," for the purpose of this Rule XII, will be the difference
between the total construction cost of the facilities installed and the
nonrefundable construction cost. Such "oversizing cost" will be subject to
refund in accordance with Sections 6{g) and B(h) of this Rule XII.
3. Ownership, design and construction of facilities will be in accordance wdh the
following provisions:
{a) Any facilities installed hereunder will be the sole property of the
Company.
{b) Thd size, type, and quality of materials, and their location, will be
specified by the Company, and the actual construction will be done by
the Company or by a contractor acceptable to it.
{c) When an extension must comply with an ordinance, regulation, or
specification of a public authority, the estimated and actual
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construction costs of the extension will be based upon the facilities
required to comply therewith.
(d) The Company may, but will not be required to, make secondary sewer
extensions under this Rule X11 in easements or rights of way where
final grades have not been established, or where street grades have
not been brought to those established by public authority. if
extensions are made when grades have not been established and
there is a reasonable probability that the existing grade will be
changed, the Company may require that the applicant or applicants
for the secondary sewer main extension deposit, at the time of
executing the contract for the extension, the estimated net cost of
relocating, raising, or lowering facilities upon final grades. Adjustment
of any difference between the amount so deposited and the actual
cost of relocating, raising, or lowering facilities will be made within ten
(10) days after the Company has ascertained such actual cost. The
net deposit representing actual cost is not subject to refund. When
such displacements are determined by proper authority not to be
required, the entire deposit related to the proposed relocation, raising,
or lowering will be refunded without interest.
4. Estimates, plans, and specifications shall be required of the applicant as
follows:
(a) As part of applying for a secondary sewer main extension, the
applicant's engineer shall prepare a preliminary sketch and rough
estimate of the cost of installation to be contributed by the applicant.
(b) The Company shall review plans submitted to it within a reasonable
time after receipt of such plans, spec cations, and cost estimates of
they proposed sewer main extension. If the secondary extension is to
include oversizing of facilities for which there will be an oversizing
cast, appropriate details shall be set forth in the plans, specifications,
and cost estimates.
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P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 13, 1996
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(c) The applicant shall furnish a map to a suitable scale showing the
street and lot layouts and, when requested by the Company, contours
or other indication of the relative elevation of the various parts of the
area to be developed. If changes are made subsequent to the
presentation of this map by the applicant, and these changes require
additional expense in revising plans, specifications, and cost
estimates, the applicant's engineer shall make those changes at no
expense to the Company.
5. Timing and adjustment of the consumer or applicant's contributions will be
in accordance with the following provisions:
(a) Unless the applicant for the secondary sewer main extension elects
to arrange for the installation of the extension by the applicant, as
pennitted by Section 6(e) of this Rule, the full amount of the required
customer contribution shall be required by the Company when the
sewer main extension contract is executed. An acceptable surety
bond may, at the sole discretion of the Company, also be acceptable.
(b) If the applicant for a secondary sewer main extension posts a surety
bond in lieu of cash, such surety bond must be replaced with cash not
less than ten (10) calendar days before construction is to commence.
However, the applicant may be required to deposit sufficient cash to
cover the cost of materials before they are ordered by the Company.
(c) An applicant for a secondary sewer main extension who makes a
contribution shall be provided with a statement of actual construction
cost and oversizing cost showing in reasonable detail the costs
incurred for material, labor, any other direct and indirect costs,
overheads, and total costs, unit costs, or contract costs, whichever
are appropriate.
(d) The statement shall be submitted within a reasonable time after the
actual construction costs of the installation are ascertained by the
Company.
Issued by: Riley W. Smith, Project Manager Filed: November 13, 1996
P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 13, 1996
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(e) Any difference between the actual construction costs and the total
amount of the customer contribution will be shown as a revision of the
amount of the customer contribution, and shall be payable by the
applicant, or by the Company, as appropriate, within thirty (30) days
after the statement is submitted.
6. Customer contributions and refunds will be treated in the following manner:
(a) Unless the procedure outlined in Section 6(e) of this Rule is followed,
an applicant for a secondary sewer extension to serve a new
development, subdivision, tract, indusVial or commercial
development, or other project shall be required to pay to the
Company, before construction commences, a nonrefundable
contribution equal to the estimated nonrefundable construction cost
of the sewer extension to be actually installed, from the nearest
Company facility at least equal in size or capacity to the main required
to serve both the new consumer and a reasonable estimate of the
potential consumers who might be served directly from the secondary
sewer main extension without additional extension. The cost of the
secondary sewer extension shall inGude necessary connections,
pipes, fittings, valves, valve boxes, booster stations, pressure
regulating stations, and other sewer system collection appurtenances.
(b) If special facilities consisting of items not covered by Section 6(a) of
this Rule are required for the service requested, the cost of the
special facilities shall be included in the customer contribution.
(c) In addition to the nonrefundable contribution required by Sections 6(a)
and 6(b) of this Rule, an applicant for a secondary sewer main
extension shall be required to advance to the Company the oversizing
coat estimated by the Company for the secondary sewer main
extension deemed to be appropriate by the Company. (This
additional contribution will be refundable in accordance with Sections
6(g) and 6(h) of this Rule XII.)
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(d) A "pioneer," for the purposes of this rule, is a developer or consumer
who makes a contribution to pay the costs of oversizing a secondary I,
sewer main extension.
(e) In lieu of providing the customer contribution in accordance with
Sections 6(a), 6(b) and 6(c) of this Rule, the applicant for a secondary
sewer main extension will be permitted, 'rf deemed to be qualified in
the judgment of the Company, to construct and install the facilities, or
to arrange for their installation. If secondary main extension facilities
are arranged for by the applicant and constructed by others, the
secondary extension shall be installed pursuant to competitive bidding
procedures unless waived by the Company. The cost, including the
cost of inspection and supervision by the Company, shall be paid
directly by the applicant. The applicant shall provide the Company
with a statement of actual construction cost in reasonable detail. The
installation shall be in accordance with the plans and specifications
submitted by the Company pursuant to Section 4(b) of this Rule. All
facilities shall be dedicated to the Company through appropriate
deeds, rights of way, easements, bills of sale, or other instruments as
required upon completion, in accordance with Section 3(a) of this
Rule XII.
(f) If a subsequent appiicant connects to a secondary sewer main
extension that was paid for by one or mare pioneers, that subsequent
applicant shall be required to pay a nonrefundable extension refund
charge equal to its proportionate share of the oversizing cost of such
secondary sewer extension based on anticipated consumption. Such
extension refund charge will only be assessed to the extent that it is
to be paid by the Company to the pioneer or pioneers pursuant to
Sections 6(g) and 6(h) of this Rule.
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(g) A refund of all or part of the refundable customer contribution made
by a pioneer will be made if subsequent applicants are provided
service from the secondary sewer main extension and pay an
extension refund charge based on their proportionate share of the
oversizing cost of the secondary main extension. The refunds, if any,
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wilt be made from subsequent extension refund charges covering a
proportionate share of the oversizing cost for the sewer main
extension.
(h) Refunds to pioneers, if any, will be made annually in the first quarter
of each applicable year to pioneers on record as of December 31 of
the previous year, for a period of ten (10). years following the year that
the secondary sewer main extension was placed into service.
Refunds will be made without interest. The total refunds that a
pioneer may receive will not exceed the amount of the customer
contribution paid by the pioneer.
(i) All customer contributions and extension refund charges shall include
the Hawaii and Federal income tax applicable to the contribution
calculated at the marginal income tax rate applicable to corporations.
7. Any contract entered into under this Rule XII may be assigned, after
settlement of actual construction costs, after written notice to the Company
by the holder of the contract as shown by the Company's records. Such
assignment will apply only to those refunds that become due more than thirty
(30) days after the date of receipt by the Company of the notice of
assignment. The Company shall not be required to make any one refund
payment under such contract to more than a single assignee.
8. Secondary sewer main extension contracts may be terminated as follows:
Any contract entered into under Section 6 of this rule may be purchased by
the Company and terminated, provided the payment is not in excess of the
remaining contract balance.
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P.O. Box 126 Effective: November 13, 1996
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FORM OF APPLICATION FOR SERVICE
Waimea tiVaste~vater Company, Inc.
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P.O. Box 126, Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
Telephone: 808/895-7317 Facsimile: 808/885-5602
Application for Wastewater Service
Date: AppGcatioa M:
ApyGwnt's Name~l'ide:
Owoer's Marne: Phone:
Service Address: Fu:
Tax Map Kry:
Lot Size:
County 2oaiag:
Type ofUsr. Residential Cotnmrtia! industrial -Other
Fstima:ed Duly Sewe: Flow: gallorss per day
BiIlina Addtcss:
Initial Water Meter Reading gallons Datc Read
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If wastewater service is approved, I hereby authorize the Department of Water Supply to
rclexse their records of water consumption to Waimea Wastrxatet Company, lac, for their
sewer billing purposes.
ApplicanCi Signattue:
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Appendix G
Bureau of Conveyance Document dated 29 Nov 06
Trustees Limited Warranty Deed and Grant of Easements
Parker Ranch (Grantor) and North Hawaii Community Hospital (Grantee)
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TITLE GUARANTY OF HAWAII
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INCORPORATED
235 QUEEN STREET ~ HONOLULU ~ HAWAII ~ 96813 ~ 533-6261
This is a copy of Bureau of Conveyances
Document No. 2006-218417
recorded on November 29, 2006 at 9:00 A. M.
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LAND COURT SYSTEM REGULAR SYSTEM
Retum by: MAIL (X) PICKUP ( ) TO'
S, V, {Bud) Quitiquit
Brooks Tom Porter t Quitigcit, LLP
75-1000 HenryS[reet, Suite 206
Telephone: (808) 326-7300
TOTAL NUMBER OF PAGES:
TITLE OF DOCUMENT:
TRUSTEES' LIMITED WARRANTY DEED
AND GRANT OF EASEMENTS
PARTIES TO DOCUMENT:
GRANTOR: JOHN B. RAY, WARREN H. HARUKI, and TIMOTHY E. JOHNS,
as Trustees under that certain unrecorded LAND TRUST AGREEMENT
FOR THE PARKER LAND TRUST dated September 13, 2002, and
PARKER RANCH, INC., a Hawaii corporation, all of whose post
office address is b7-I435 Mamalahoe Highway, Kamueta, Hawaii 96743
GRANTEE: NORTH HAWAII COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, INC., a Hawaii
non-profit orgartization, whose mailing address is 67-1125 Mamalahoa
Highway, Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
TAX MAP KEY (3) 6.7-002:014, 045, 050 aad 053 PLTlDeed41NHCH/9.22-06
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TRUSTEES* LIMITED WARRANTY DEED
AND GRANT OF EASEMENTS
KNOW ALL MEN BY THF_SE PRESENTS:
THIS INDENTURE made and entered into this day of
2D06, by and between JOHN & RAY, WARREN H. HARUKI, and
TIMOTHY E. JOHNS, as Trustees under that certain unrecorded LAND TRUST
AGREEMENT FOR THE PARKER LAND TRUST dated September 13, 2002, with full powers
to sell, mortgage, lease, or otherwise deal with the land, hereinafter called the "Grantor", and
PARKER RANCH, INC., a Hawaii corporation, hereinafter called "Parker R:aeh;' both of
whose principal place of business is in Kamuela, Hawaii and whose post office address is 67-
1435 Mamalahoa Highway, Kamuela, Hawaii 96743, and NORTH HAWAII COMMUNITY
HOSPITAL, INC., a Hawaii non-profu organization, whose mailing address is 67-1125
Mamaiahoa Highway, Kamuela, Hawaii 96743, hereinafter called the "Grantce".
WITNESSE~jj(:
That the Grantor, for and in consideration of the sum of TEN AND NO/100
DOLLARS ($10.00) and other valuable wnsideration to tltc Grantor paid by the Grantee, the
receipt of which is hereby acknowledged, does hereby give, grant, bargain, sell and wnvey the
real property described in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and expressly made a part hereof unto the
Grantee, its successors and assigns.
AND the reversions, remainders, rents, issues and profits thereof, and all of the
estate, right, tide and interest of the Grantor, both at law and in oquity, [herein end thereto.
TO HAVE AND TO HOLD the same, together with all buildings, improvements,
rights, easements, privileges sad appurtenances thereunto belonging or appertaining or held and
enjoyed therewith, unto the Grantee as aforesaid, a6soluttty and forever.
AND said Grantor Trustees as aforesaid, do hereby covenant and agree to aad
with the Grantee as follows: that the property herein described and conveyed by the Grantor
Trustxs is free and clear of all enettmbrrrrrces made or suffered by said Trustees except non-
delinquent teal property taxes, and except as set forth in said Exhibit "A"; that said Trustees have
good right to sell and convey the same as aforesaid; and that said Trustees will- WARRANT
AND DEFEND title to the same unto the Grz$tee against the lawful claims and demands of all
persons claiming by, through or under said Trustees, except as mentioned hereinabove or
hereinafter.
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AND Parker Ranch, (1) as the fee owner of the real property underlying Easement
"l" described in Exhibit "A" attached hereto, to wit, TMK (3) 6-7-002:069, and (2) as the holder
of an easement for access and utility purposes over, across, along and upon Easement "2"
described in Exhibit "A" attached hereto pursuant to that certain Reciprocal Non-Exclusive
Easements dated October 8, 2001, and recorded in the Btueau of Conveyances of the State of
Hawaii as Document No. 2001-157671, hereby joins in this Deed and does hereby quitclaim,
grant and convey unto the Grantee, its successors and assigns, anon-exclusive easement for
access and utility purposes in, over, under and across Easement "1"and Easement "2" described
in Exhibit "A" attached hereto, such easement to be appurtenant to the real property described as
pazcel THIRD in Exhibit "A" attached hereto, to wit, Lot 41-A, and to be used in common with
others entitled thereto; PROVIDED, HOWEVER, that if the whole or any portion of such
Easements shall be taken or condemned for a public roadway by any duly constituted
governmental authority, all right of the Graalee therein and thereto shall cease (except for such
rights, if any, as Grantee may have, in common with the general public, to use such public
roadway for access and utility purposes), and the Grantee shall have no interest in any
compensation or damages payable on account of such taking or condemnation.
AND Parker Ranch, hereby covenants and agrees to and with the Grantee es
follows: that Parker Ranch has good right to grant and convey to Grantee the rights and interest
hereby granted and conveyed in Easement "1" described in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and
except as set farih in said Exhibit "A", Parker Ranch will WARRANT AND DEFEND Grantee's
righu and interests in the same against the lawful claims and demands of all persons except as
mentioned hereinabove or hereinafter.
ARID the Grantee, for itself, its successors and assigns, does hereby acknowledge
and agree that the real property and easements hereby conveyed by the Grantor and Parker
Ranch are conveyed and granted by the Grantor and Parker Ranch to Grantee "AS IS", in their
present state and condition, with all faults and defects. Granue, for itself, its successom and
assigns, acknowledges, covenants and agrees that Grantee is relying solely upon Grantee's own
inspection, investigation and knowledge of the real property, and Grantee is not relying in any
way upon any representations, statements, warranties, or other information or material furnished
by Grantor or Parker Ranch, their agents or their respective representatives, whether writun or
oral, express or implied. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, Grantee specifcally
acknowledges, covenants and agrees that except as specifically set forth in this Deed, Grantor
and Parker Ranch and their representatives make NO REPRESENTATIONS OR
WARRANTIES regazding the physical condition, use, compliance with applicable statutes, laws,
codes, ordinances, regulations or requirements relating to leasing, zoning, planning, building
codes, fire, life safety, heahh, occupational safety or the Americans With Disabilities Act, of any
improvements or sttucNres on the real property or the easements, the presence or absence of any
hazardous substances or other environmental conditions on the real property or the easements,
the presence or absence of any archeological or historic sites or artifacts on the real property or
the easements, compliance of the real property or the easemenu with applicable statutes,
ordinances, regulations and requirements, the condition, compaction, stability, composition,
erosion or suitability of the soils of the real property or the easements for any future development
or use by Grantee or others, encroachments, drainage, public and private utility systems, and
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access to public roads and services, any easements appurtenant to or affecting the real property,
the existence of any encroachments onto or from the real property or the eesernents, the
investment or resale value of the real property or the easements, the development or economic
potential of the real property or the easemeau, or the uses or purposes which maybe made of the
real property or the easements.
AND the Grantee, for itself, its successors and assigns, does hereby further
acknowledge that:
A. As described in the "Archaeological Data Recovery At Waimea
Town Center" report dated May 2005 by lntematioaal Archaeological Research Institute, Inc. (a
copy of which report has been provided to Grantee by Grantor), the real property hereby
conveyed contains a cemetery ("cemetery") that is protected by law, i.e., Hawaii Revised
Statutes Chapter 6E end the Administrative Rules enacted pursuant to such Chapter, and that
other persons may have a right of reasonable access to the cemetery as provided by such Chapter
end the Administrative Rules; Graatce futthu acknowledges and agrees that (i) Grantee's
ownership and use of the properly herein conveyed is subject to the limitations, restrictions,
obligations and requirements of such Chaptu and the Administrarive Rules and the Graatce
shall, at al[ bates, observe and comply with all of the limitations, restrictions, obligations and
requirements of such Chapter and the Administrative Rules applicable to the cemetery, and (ii)
Grantee has had an adequate opportnmity to engage such professional advice, analysis and
inspections as Grantce deems appropriate with respect to the cemetery and such Chapter and the
Administrative Rules, and Grantee hereby expressly releases artd discharges Grantor of and from
any and ell claims, obligations and liabilities arising out of or in any way connected with Ute
cemetery and Grantee will at al] times indemnify and save the Grantor harmless from and against
the nonobservance of, or non compliance with, the limitations, restrictions, obligations and
requirements of such Chapter and the Administrative Rules; and
B. Grantee has had an adequate opportunity to inspect and investigate
the real property hereby conveyed for the presence of hazardous or toxic substances, ntateriaLs or
wastes, or other environmental conditions, which are or may be in the future regulated by the
United States goveauneat, the State of Hawaii and/or the County of Hawaii, including any
department, agency or political subdivision thereof, (collectively, "Hazardous Substances' on
the real property and t,rrarttee has been informed of and is awatt that portions of the real property
may have, may have had and/or may now contain such Hazardous Substances. Grantee hereby
expressly releases and discharges Grantor of and from arty and all claims, obligations and
liabilities arising out of or in any way connected with the presence of Hazardous Substances on
the real property, or any duty, liability or obligation of the ownu or operator of the real property
to remove, remediate or otherwise cure or clean-up the same, whether such claims, obligations
and liabilities are now existing or hereafter arising.
it is expressly undtrstood and agreed by and between the parties hereto and by all
persons having notice hereof, that ail of the obligations of the Trustees' signing on behalf of
Grantor hereunder shall be the obligations of said Tnutees, in their capacities as Trustees under
uruecorded Land Tnrst Agreement for the Parker Land Tnut dated September 13, 2002, and not
the personal obligation of said Tnrstees or ary of their officers, agents or employees, and no
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personal liability is assumed by or shall at any time be asserted or enforced against said Trustees
or any of their officers, agents, or employees on account of any obligations in this Deed, or
otherwise, either expressed or implied, e1] such personal liability, if any, being expressly waived
and disclaimed; it being understood that the Grantee or anyone claiming by, through or under the
Grantee or claiming any rights under this Deed shall look to the trust estate, but not to said
Trustees or any of their officers, agents or employees, for the enforcement or collection of any
such liability.
Pursuant to that certain Designation of Trustees Authorized to Execute
Documents dated December 6, 2002, filed in the Office of the Assistant Registrar of the Land
Court of the State of Hawaii as Land Court Document No. 2880591, and also recorded in the
Bureau of Conveyances of the State of Hawaii as Document No. 2003-005933, any two (2) of
the Trustees of the Parker Land Trust are authorized to execute this Limited W arraaty Deed.
The parties hereto agree that this instrument may 6e executed in counterparts,
each of which shall be deemed an original, and said couaurparts shall together constitute one
and the same agreement, binding all of the parties hereto, notwithstanding all of the parties are
not signa[ory to the original or the same counterparts. For all purposes, including without
limitadoq recordation, filiag and delivery of this instrument, duplicate unexecuted and
unacknowledged pages of the counterparts may be discarded and the remaining pages assembled
as one documrnt.
The terms "Grantor," "Grantee" and "Parker Ranch," as and when used hereiq or
any pronouns used in place thereof, shall mean and include the masculine or feminine, the
singular or plural,iadividuals or corporations and their and each of their respective successor
Wstees, successors, heirs, devisees, personal represeotativcs and assigns, according to the
context thereof.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Grantor and Grantee have executed these presents
the day and year first above wrirtrn.
THE REMAIIVDER OF TATS PAGE IS INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK
SIGNATURE PAGE FOLLOWS
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Print Name: moth E. Johns
Prin ame: Jo B. Es
Trustees Hader first certain narecorded LAND
TRUST AGREEMENT FOR TILE PARKER
LAND TRUST dated September 13, 2002
"Grantor"
PARKER RANCH, INC., a Hawaii corporation
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Print Name. Chr aa:aw
Print Title: Area CBA
"Pazker Ranch"
NORTH ~IAWAII COMMUNITY HOSPITAL,
INC., a Hawaii non-profit organi~tion
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Print Name: Patricia C. Ber n
Print Title:Presi ent, NBCH Boar D rectors
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Print Name:
Print Title:
"Grantee"
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STATE OF HAWAII )
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On this 14th day of November 2006, before me
personally appeartd Timothy t:. 3ohns as Trastce under that certain
anremrded LAND TRUST AGREEMENT FOR THE PARKER LAND TRUST dated
September 13, 2002, to me personally known (or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory
evidence) to be the person described in and who executed the foregoing instrument, who, being
by me duly sworn or affirmed, did say drat such person(s) executed the foregoing instrument as
the free act and deed of such person(s), and, if applicable, in the capacity shown, having been
duly authorized to execute such instrument in such capacity.
Print Name: Dozee U emuza
Notary Public, State a waif
Mycommissioaexpires: D6/tH/2ot0
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STATE OF HAWAII )
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COUNTY OF HAWAII )
On this Bth day of Boveuber 2006, lrcforo me
personally appeared JOHN 8. BAY as Trnctee under that certain
unrecorded LAND TRUST AGREEMENT FOR THE PARKER LAND TRUST dated
September 13, 2002, w me personally known (or proved w me,on the basis of sadsfaetory
eviden«) to be the person descn'bed in and who exocutcd the foregoing instrument, wbo, being
by me duty sworn or affirmed, did say that such person(s) exceuted Ute foregoing instrument as
the free act and deed of such person(s), and, if applicable, in the capacity shown, Having been
duly authorized to execute such instrument is such capacity.
Print at e:
No lie, State of Hawaii
My commission expires- 12/19/2006
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STATE OF HAWAII ) ~
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COUNTY OF HAWAII )
On this 8th day of November 2006, before me
personally appeared t~IS J iC~tt~taa to me personally
known (or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person described in and ~
who execuud the foregoing instrument, who, being by me duly sworn or affirmed, did say that
such person(s) executed the foregoing insnvment as the free act and deed of such person(s), and,
if applicable, in the capacity shown, having been duly authorized to execute such instrument in
such capacity.
printt ~N~me: _ IB.![.i ~ratzmZSH
Notary Public, Stau of Hawaii
My commission expires: 12/19/2006
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On this Q ' '`clay of OG~ ~ 2006, before me
personally appeared a C ~ 'rv~...~ to me personally known (or
proved to me oa the basis of satisfactory evidence) t e the person described in and who ~
executed the foregoing instnunent, who, being by me duly sworn or affirmed, did say that such
person(s) executed the foregoing instrument as the free act and deed of such persons}, and, if
applicable, in the capacity shown, having been duly authorized to execute such insmvmem in
such capacity. h,^'1 i
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STATE OF HAWAII )
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COWTY OF HAWAII )
On this day of 2006, before me
persomally appeared , to me personally known (or
proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person described in and who
executed the foregoing instrument who, being by me duly sworn or affirmed, did say that such
person(s) executed the foregoimg instrument as the free act and deed of such persons}, and, if
applicable, in the capacity shown, having been duly authorized to execute such instrument in
such capacity.
Print Name:
Notary Pubiiq State of Hawaii
My commission expires:
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EXHIBIT A
FIRSTt
All of that certain parcel of land (being portion(s) of the lands} described itt and covered by
Grant 481 to Edmond Bright, and Royal Patent 5671, Land Commission Award 8521-B, Apana
1 to G. D. Hueu) situate, lying and being at Waikoloa, Waimea, South Kohala, Island and
County of Hawaii, State of Hawaii, being LOT 5 (Bright Cemetery Site) of "PARKER RANCH
2020 SUBDIVISION -UNIT 1", and thus bounded and described as per survey dated May 5,
1999, to-wit:
Beginning at the west corner of this parcel of Iand, the coordinates of which refeaed to
Government Survey Triangulation Station "W£ST BASE" being 2,354.36 feet north and
3,350.94 feet west and Homing by azimuths measured clockwise from true South:
1. 232° 04' 30" 167.00 feet along the remainder of Grant 481 to
Edmond Bright;
2. 322° 39' 175.29 feet along the remainder of Grant 481 to
Edmond Bright;
3, 56° 09' 30" 153.20 feet along the remainders of Grand 481 W
Edmond Bright and R. P. 5671, L. C. Aw.
8521-B, AP. 1 to G. D. Hueu;
4. 137° 45' 164.84 fat along the remainders of R. P. 5671, L.
C. Aw. 8521-B, Ap. 1 to G. D. Hueu and
Grant 481 to Edmond Bright to the point of
beginning and containing an azea of 0.623
acres, more or less.
BEING THE PREMISES ACQUIRED BY LAND TRUST DEED
GRANTOR MELVLN B. HEWETT, CARL A. CARLSON, JR., aad
THOMAS P. WHTIT£MOR£, as Trustees under that
terrain Richard Smart Revocable Personal Trust, by Trust
Agreement dated August 3, t978> recorded in Liber L3394
at Page 755, as amended
GRANTEE: CARL A. CARLSON, JR., M£LVIN B. HEWETT, and
THOMAS P.WHITTEMORE, as Ttustces under that
certain unrecorded Land Trust Agreement for Parker Land
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Trust dated September 13, 2002, with full powers to sell,
mortgage, lease or otherwise deal with the land
DATED September 13, 2002
RECORDED : Document No. 2002-16?597
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All of that certain parcel of land (being portion(s) of the land(s) described is and covered by
Royal Patent Number 5671, Land Cotttmission Award Ntunber 8521-B; Agana 1 to G. D. Hueu,
and Royal Pattnt Grant 481 to Edmond Bright) situate, lying and being at Waikoloa, Waimea,
District of South Kohala, Island and County of Hawaii, State of Hawaii, being LOT 51 and thus
bowtded and described:
Hegiwing at the south comer of this parcel of land, being also the west corner of Lot S (Bright
Cemetery) and on the east side of Pukalani Road, the coordinates of which referred to
Government Survey Triangulation Station "WAIMEA WEST BASE" being 2,354.36 feet north
and 3,350.95 feet west and running by azimuths measured clockwise from true South:
1. 187° 48' 134.01 feet along the east side of Pukalani Road;
Thence along the east side of Pukalani Road,
on a curve to the left with a radius of 380.00
feet, the chord azimuth and distance being:
2. l76° 49' 30" 144.69 feet;
3. 229° 18' ] 94.50 feet along Lot 50, along remainder of Royal
Patent 5671, Land Commission Award
8521-B, Agana 1 to G. D. Hueu;
4. 326° 56' 30" 155.46 feet along remainder of Royal Patent 5671,
Land Commission Award Ntmtber 8521-B,
Agana ] to G. D. Hueu;
5. 326° 36' 30" 67.16 feet along remainder of Royal Patent 5671,
Land Commission Award 8521-B, Agana 1
to G. D. Hueu;
6. 52° 04' 30" 354.20 feet along Lot 4-A-I and Lot 5, along
remainder of Grant 481 to Edmond Bright,
to the point of beginning and containing an
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area of 56,537 square feet or 1.298 acres,
more or less.
BEIIQG THE PREMISES ACQUIItED BY QUITCLAIM DEED
GRANTOR MELVIN B. HEWETT, JOHN B. RAY, and WARREN H.
HARUKI, as Trustees under that certain umecorded Lend
Trust Agreement for the Parker Land Trust, dated
September 13, 2002, and MAUI VARIETIES
INVESTMENTS INC., a Hawaii corporation
GRANTEE MELVIN B. HEWETT, 7OHN B. RAY, and WARREN H.
HARUKI, as Tnuues under that certain unrecorded Lend
Trust Agreement for the Parker Land Tnrst, dated
Sepumber 13, 2002, with full powers to sell, mortgage,
lease or otherwise deal with the lend
DATED October 4, 2005
RECORDED Document No. 2005-207633
iIiIRD:
All of that certain parceE of land (being portions of the land(s) described in and covered by Deed
of Hawaiiaa Homes Commission to Richard Smart dazed July 7, 1956, recorded in Liber 3138 at
Page 426 (C.S.F. No. 12,243); Deed of Kamehameha IV to C. R. Bishop dated March 5, 1861,
recorded in Liber 14 at Page 264; end Royal Paunt Number 7293, Land Commission Award
Number 236-0 to Maika) situsu, lying and being et Puukapu, Waimea, District of South Kohala,
Island and County of Hawaii, State of Hawaii, being LOT 41-A, and thus bounded and described
as per survey dated December 19, 2005, to-wit:
Beginning at the east comer of this parcel of land, being also the southeast corner of Lot 40, the
coordinates of which referted to Government Survey Triangulation Station "WAIMEA WEST
BASE" being 1,573.10 feet north and 2,271.72 feet west and running by azimuths measured
clockwise from true South:
1. 30° 21' 170.00 feet along Lot F-1-A, along remainders of
Deed: Kamehameha IV to C. R Bishop,
dated March 5, 1861 and recorded is Liber
14, Page 264 and Hawaiian Home Lands of
Puukapu, covered by Deed: Hawaiian
Homes Conunission to Richard Smart, dazed
July 7, 1956 and recorded in Liber 3138
(C.S.F. No. 12,243):
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Thence along Lot F-1-A, along remainder of
Hawaiian Home Lands of Puukapu, covered
by Deed: Hawaiian Homes Commission to
Richard Smart, dead July 7, 1956 and
recorded in Liber 3138 (C.S.F. No. 12,243),
on a curve to the right with a radius of 30.00
feet, the chord azimuth end distance being:
2. 75° 21' 42.43 feet;
3. 120° 21' 464.93 feet along Lot B-1, along remainder of
Hawaiian Home Lands of Puukepu, wvered
by Deed: Hawaiian Homes Commission to
Richard Smart, dated July 7, 1956 and
recorcled in Liber 3138 (C.S.F. no. 12,243);
Thence along Lot B-1, along remainders of
Hawaiian Home Lands of Puultapu, covered
by Deed: Hawaiian Homes Commission to
Richard Smart, dated July 7, 1956 and
recorded in Liber 3138 (C.S.F. No. ]2,243),
R. P. 7293, L. C. Aw. 236A to Maika and
again along remainder of Hawaiian Home
Lands of Puukapu, covered by Deed:
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard
Smart, dated 7uly 7, 1956 and recorded in
Liber 3138 (C.S.F. no. 12,243), on a curve
to the right with a radius of 970.00 feet, the
chord azimuth and distance being:
4. 125° 30' 30" 174.42 feet; {E
5. 130° 40' 80.35 feet along Lot B-1, along remainder of f
Hawaiian home Lands of Puukapu, covered
by Deed: Hawaiian Homes Commission to
Richard Smart, dated July 7, 1956 and
mcorded in Liber 3138 (C_S.F. No. 12,243);
6. 220° 40' 107.75 feet along Lot 40, along remainder of
Hawaiian Home Lands of Puukapt>, covered
by Deed: Hawaiian Homes Commission to
Richard Smart, dazed July 7, 1956 and
recorded in Liber 3138 (C.S.F. No. 12,243);
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7. 259° 30' 219.93 feet along Lot 40, along remainder of
Hawaiian Home Lands of Puukapu, covered
by Deed: Hawaiian Homes Commission to
Richard Smart, dated July 7, 1956 and
recorded in Liber 3138 (C.S.F. No. 12,243);
8. 344° 36' 10" 114.54 feet along Lot 40, along remainder of
Hawaiian Home Lands of Puukapu, covered
by Deed: Hawaiian Homes Commission to
Richard Smart, dated July 7, 1956 and
recorded in Liber 3138 (C.S.F. No. 12,243);
9. 300° 21' 420.00 fcet along Lot 40, along remainder of
Hawaiian Home Lands of Puukapu, covered
by Deed: Hawaiian Homes Commission to
Richard Smart, dated July 7, 1956 and
recorded in Liber 3138 (C.S.F. No. 12,243)
and Dccd: Kamehameha IV to C. R Bishop,
dated March 5, 1867 and recorded in Liber
14, Page 264 to the point of begimting and
containing an area of 3.145 acres, more or
less.
TOGETHER WITH anon-exclusive right and easement over, across and along EASEMENT "1"
and EASEMENT "2" for access and utifity purposes; PROVIDED, HOWEVER, thax in the event
said EASEMENT "1" and/or EASEMENT "2" is conveyed, transfeaed and dedicated to any
governmental authority and accepted es a public highway, the aforesaid easement(s) as to such
dedicated EASEMENT "1" and/or EASEMENT "2" shall sutomaucally cease and terminate.
Said EASEMENT "l"and EASEMENT "2" aze mom particularly described os folows:
EASEMENTI
FOR ACCESS AND UTILITY PURPOSES
All of that certain parcel of land (being portion of the lands described in and covered by Royal
Patent Number 5671, Land Commission Award Number 8521-B, Apana I to G. D. Hueu,
Hawaiian Home Land of Puukapu, conveyed by the Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard
Smart by Deed dated July 7, 1956 and recorded in Liber 3138, Page 426, Royal Patent Ntmtber
7293, Land Commission Award Number 236-0 to Maika, and Land Patent Grant Number 6787 '
to Alfred W. Carter, Trttstee) situate, lying and being at Waikoloa and Puukapu, Waimea,
District of South Kohala, Island and County of Hawaii, State of Hawaii, more particularly
described as follows:
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Beginning at the northwesterly comer of this parcel of land (at the southerly end of proposed
Pukalani Road), the coordinates of which referred to Government Survey Triangulation Station
"WEST BASE" being 1,966.36 feet north and 3,221.06 feet west and running by azimuths
measured clockwise from true South:
1. 220° 40' 30.00 feet along the southerly side of proposed
Pukalani Road, being also the remainder of
R P. 5671, L. C. Aw. 8521-B, Ap. 1 to G.
II. Hueu;
2. 310° 40' 410.54 feet along the remainders of R. P, 5671,
L. C. Aw. 8521-B, Ap. 1 to G. D. Htuu and
Hawaiian Home Land of Puukapu, conveyed
by the Hawaiian Home Commission to
Richard Smart by decd dated July 7, 1956
and recorded in Liber 3138, Page 426;
Thence along the remainders of Hawaiian Home Land of Puukapu, conveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Cotnntission to Richard
Smart by deed dated July 7, 1956 and
recorded in Libet 3138, Page 426, R. P.
7293, L. C. Aw. 236.0 to Maika and again
along the remainder of Hawaiian Home
Land of Puukapu, conveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard
Smart by decd dated )uly 7, 1956 end
recorded in Liber 3138, Page 426, on a
curve to the Left with a radius of 970.00 feet,
the chord azimuth and distance being:
3. 305° 30' 30" 174.42 feet;
4. 300° 21' 507.49 feet along the remainder of Hawaiian Home
Land of Puukapu, conveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard
Smart by deed dated July 7, 1956 and
recorded in Liber 3138, Page 426;
5. 356° 46' 403.34 feet along the remainders of Hawaiian Home
Land of Puukapu, conveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard
Smart by deed dated July 7, f 956 and
rewrded in Liber 3138, Page 426 and Grant
6787 to A. W. Carter, Trustee;
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6. 263° 41' 116.60 feet along the remainder of Grant 6767 to A.
W. Carter, Tzustce;
7. 353° 41' 57.38 feet along the remainders of Grant 6786 to
A. W. Carter, Trustee and Hawaiian Home
Land of Puukapu, conveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richatd
Smart by deed dated July 7, 195b and
recorded in Liber.3138, Page 426;
8. 75° 2]' 65.38 feet along the remainder of Hawaiian Home
Land of Puultapu, conveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard
Smart by deed dated July 7, 1956 and
recorded in Liber 3138, Page 426;
Thence along the remainder of Hawaiian Home Land of Puukapu, conveyed by the
Hawaiian Hames Commission to Richard
Smert by deed dated July 7, 1956 and
recorded in Lber 3138, Page 426, oa a
curve to the right with s radius of 56.00 feet,
the chord azimuth and distance being:
9. 6b° 03' 30" 98.06 feet;
10. 210° 21' 11.37 fcet along the remainder of Hawaiian Home
Land of Puulsapu, conveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard
Smart by deed dated July 7, 1956 and
rewrded in Liber 3138, Page 426;
t 1. 176° 46' 476.42 feet along the remainders of Hawaiian Home
Land of Puulrapu, conveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard ~
Smart by deed dated Inly 7, 195b aad ~
recorded in Liber 3138, Page 426, Grant
6787 to A. W. Carter, Trustee and again
along the remainder of Hawaiian Home
Land of Puukapu, corrveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard
Smart by deed dated July 7, 1956 and
recorded in Liber 3138, Page 426;
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12. 120° 21' 491.40 feet along the remainder of Hawaiian Home
Land of Puukapu, conveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richazd
Smart by deed dated July 7, 1956 and
recorded in Liber 3138, Page 426;
Thence along the remainders of Hawaiian Home Land of Puukapu, conveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richazd
Smart by deed dazed July 7, 1956 and
recorded in Liber 3138, Page 426, R. P.
7293, L. C. Aw. 236-0 to Maika and again
along the remainder of Hawaiian Home
Land of Puukapv, wnveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard
Smart by decd dated July 7, 1956 and
recorded in Liber 3138, Page 426, on a
curve to the right with a mdius of 1,000.00
feet, the chord azimuth and distance being:
13. 125° 30' 30" 179.82 feet;
14. 130° 40' 410.54 feet along the remainders of Hawaiian Home
Land of Puukapu, conveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard
Smart by deed dated July 7, ]956 and
rewrded in Liber 3138, Page 426 and R. P.
5671, L. C. Aw. 8521-B, Ap. 1 to G. D.
Hueu to the point of Beginning end
containing an area of ].316 acres, more or
less.
EASEMENT 2
FOR ACCESS AND UTILITY PURPOSES
All of that certain parcel of land (being portion of the leads described in and covered by Royal
Patent Number 567], Lend Commission Award Number 8521-B, Apana 1 ro G. D. Hueu;
Hawaiian Home Land of Puukapu, conveyed by the Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard
Smart by Deed dated 7uly 7, 1956 and recorded in Liber 3138 at Page 426; Royal Patent Number
7293, Land Commission Awazd Ntrmber 236-0 to Maika; Land Patent Grant Number 5978 to
Kahoohanohaoo; and Land Patent Grant Number 6787 ro Alfred W. Carter,. Trvatee) situate,
lying and being at Waikoloa and Puukapu, Waimea, Dishict of South Kohals, Island and County
of Hawaii, State of Hawaii, more particularly described as follows:
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Beginning at the northwesterly comer of this pazcel of lam (at the southeasterly end of proposed
PukaLtni Road), the coordinates of which referred to Govemmrnt Survey Triangulation Station
"WEST BASE" being 1,966.36 feet north and 3,221.06 feet west, and running by azimuths
measured clockwise from true South:
310° 40' 410.54 feet along the remainders of R. P. 5671,
L. C. Aw. 852]-B, Ap. 1 to G. D. Hueu and
Hawaiian Home Land of Puukapu, conveyed
by the Hawaiian Homes Commission to
Richard Smart by dced dated July 7, 1956
and recorded in Liber 3138, Page 426;
Thence along the remainders of Hawaiian Home Land of Puukapu conveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard Smart by deed dated July 7, 1956 aad recorded
in Liber 3138, Page 426, R. P. 7293, L. C. Aw. 236-0 to Maika and again along the
remainder of Hawaiian Home Land of Puukapu, conveyed by the Hawatian Homes
Commission to Richard Smat by dced dated July 7, 1956 and recorded in Liber 3138,
Page 426, on a curve to the left with a radius of 1,000.00 feet, the chord azimuth and
distance being:
2. 305° 30' 30" 179.82 feet;
3. 300° 21' 491.40 Feet along the remainder of Hawaiian Home
Land of Puukapu, conveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard
Smart by deed dated July 7, 1956 a~
recorded in Liber 3138, Page 426;
4. 356° 46' 476.42 feet along the remainders of Hawaiim Home
Land and Puukapu, conveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard
Smart by deed dated July 7, 1956 and
recorded in Liber 3138, Page 426, Grant
6787 to A. W. Carter, Trustee and again
along the remainder of Hawaiian Home E
Land of Puukapu conveyed by the Hawaiian 1
Homes Commission to Richard Sman by
deed dated July 7, 1956 and recorded in
Liber 3138, Page 426;
5. 30° 21' 386.99 feet along the remainder of Hawaiian Home
Land of Puultapu, conveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard
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Smart by deed dated July 7, 1956 and
recorded in Liber 3138, Page 426;
Thence along the remainder of Hawaiian Home Land of Puukapu, conveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richazd
Smart by deed dated July 7, 1456 and
mcorded in Liber 3138, Page 426, on a
curve to the right with a radius of 1,280.00
feet, the chord azimuth and distance being:
6. 31° 42' 46" 60.88 feet;
7. 123° 04' 32" 40.00 feet along the remainder of Hawaiian Home
Land of Puukapu, conveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard
Smart by deed dated ]uly 7, 1956 and
recorded in Liber 3138, Page 426;
Thence along the remainder of Hawaiian Home Land of Puukapu, conveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard
Smart by deed dated July 7, 1956 and
rewrded in Liber 3138, Page 426, on a
curve to the left with a taditu of 1,240.00
feet, the chord azimuth and distance being:
8. 211° 42' 46" 58.98 feet;
9. 210° 21' 393.00 feet along the remainder of Hawaiian Home
Land of Puul:apu, conveyed by the
Hawaiian Hornes Commission W Richard
Smart by deed dated July 7, 1956 and
recorded in Liber 3138, Page 426;
10. 17b° 46' 43321 feet along the remainders of Hawaiian Horne
Land of Puukapq conveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard i
Smart by deed dated July 7, 1956 and
recorded in Liber 3138, Page 426, Grant 1
6787 to A. W. Carter, Tnrsue and again
along the remainder of Hawaiian Home
Land of Puukapu, conveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard
Smazt by deed dated July 7, 1956 and
recorded in Liber 3138, Page 426;
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11. 120° 21' 475,30 feet along the remainder of Hawaiian Home
Land of Puukapu, conveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard
Smart by deed dated July 7, 1956 and
recorded in Libe 3138, Page 426;
Thence along the remainders of Hawaiian Home Land of Puukapu, conveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard
Smart by deed dated July 7, 195b and
recorded in Liber 3138, Page 426, R. P.
7293, L. C. Aw. 236-0 to Maika and again
along the remainder of Hawaiian Home
Land of Puukapu, conveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard
Smart by deed dated July 7, 1956 and
recorded is Libe 3138, Page 426, on a
curve to the right with a radius of 1,030.00
feet, the chord azimuth and distance being:
12. 125° 30' 30" 185.21 feet;
13. 130° 40' 410.54 fat along the remainders of Hawaiian Home
Land of Puukapu, conveyed by the
Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard
Smartt by deed dated July 7, 3956 and
recorded in Libel 3138, Page 426, Grant
5978 to Kahoohanohano, and again along
the remainder of Hawauan Home Land of
Puukapu, conveyed by the Hawaiian Homes
Commission to Richard Smart by deed dated l
July 7, 1956 and recorded in Libor 3136,
Page 426 and remainder ofR P. 5671, L. C.
Aw. 8521-B, Ap. I to G. D. Hueu;
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14. 220° 40' 30.00 feet along the southeasterly side of proposed
Pukalani Road, being also the remainder of
R. P. 5671, L. C. Aw. 8'521-B, Ap. 1 to G,
D. Htteu to the point of beginning and
containing an area of 1.468 acres, more or
less.
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BEING THE PREMISES ACQUIRED BY QUITCLAIM DEED
GRANTOR CARL A. CARLSON, JR., MELVIN B. HEWETT, and
'THOMAS P. WHITTEMORE, as Tnutees under that
certain unrecorded Land Trust Agreement for the Parker
Land Trust dated September 13, 2002, and NORTH
HAWAII COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, INC., a Hawaii
non-pro5t corporation
GRANTEE CARL A. CARLSON, JR, MELVIN B. liEWETT,
THOMAS P. WHI'CTEMORE, as Trustees under that
certain unrecorded Land Trust Agreement for the Pazker
Land Trust dated September 13, 2002
DATED January 13, 2003
RECORDED Document No.2003-033802
FOURTH:
All of that certain parcel of ]and (being portion(s) of the land(s) described in aad covered by
Royal Patent Number 5671, Land Commission Award Number 8521-B, Apana 1 to G. D. Hueu,
and Royal Patent Grant 481 to Edmond Bright) situate, lying and being at Waikoloa, Waimea,
District of South Kohala, Island and County of Hawaii, State of Hawaii, being LOT 4-A-1,
bearing Tax Key designation (3) 6-7-002-053, more paracu)arly described as follows:
Beginning at the Northwest comer of this parcel of land, being also the Walt corner of Lot 5,
Bright Cemetery and on the Easterly side of Lot Rv-A (Pukalani Road), the coordinates of
which referred to Government Survey Triangulation Station "WATMEA WEST BASE" being
2,354.36 feet North and 3,350.94 feat West and running by azimuths measured clockwise Gom
true South:
317° 45' 1(x4.84 feet along Lot 5, Bright Cemetery, along
remainders of R. P. 5671, L. C. Aw. 8521-B,
Ap. 1 to G. D. Hueu and Grant 481 to
Edmond Bright;
2, 236° 09' 30" 153.20 feet along Lot 5, Bright Cemetery, along
remainders of R. P. 5671, L. C. Aw. 8521-B,
Ap. 1 to G. D. Hueu and Grant 481 to
Edmond Bright;
3, 142° 39' 175.29 feet along I,ot 5, Bright Cemetery, along
remainder of Grarrt 48 i to Edmond Bright;
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4. 232° 04' 30" 187.20 feet along Lot 6, along remainder of Grant
481 to Edmond Bright;
5. 326° 36' 30" 307.88 feet along R. P. 5671, L. C. Aw. 8521-B,
Ap. 1 to G. D. Hueu and Lot 2-A-1,
remainder of R. P. 5671, L. C. Aw. 8521-B,
Ap. 1 to G. D. Hueu;
6. 70° 30' 32.84 feet along Lot 2-A-1, along remainder of R.
P. 5671, L. C. Aw. 8521-B, Ap. I to G. D.
Hueu;
7. 68° 28' 189.91 feet along Lot 2-A-], along remainder of R
P. 5671, L. C. Aw. 8521-B, Ap. 1 w G. II.
Hueu;
8. 40° 40' 241.50 feet along Lot 2-A-1, along remainder of R.
P. 5671, L. C. Aw. 8521-B, Ap. 1 to G. D.
Hueu;
thence along Lot R-3, along remainders of
R P. 5671, L. C. Aw. 8521-8, Ap. 1 to G.
D. Hueu and Grent 481 to Edmond Bright,
on a curve to the right with a radius of
370.00 feet, the chord azimuth and distance
being:
9. 163° 36' 45" 303.20 fcet;
10. 187° 48' 12.45 feet alongLot R-3, along remainder of Grent
481 to Edmond Bright to the point of
beginning and containing an area of 2.026
acres, more or Less.
BEING THE PREMISES ACQUIRED BY LAND TRUST DEED
GRANTOR MELVIN B. HEWETT, CARL A. CARI.SON, JR., and
THOMAS P. WHITTEMORE, as Trustees under that
certain Richard Smart Revocable Personal Trost, by Trust
Agreement dated August 3, 1478, recorded in Liber 13394
at Pege 755, as amended
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GRANTEE CARL A. CARLSON, JR., MELVIN B. HEWETT, and
THOMAS P. WHITTEMORE, as Tnuues under that
certain unrecorded Land Trust Agreement for the Parker
Land Trust dead Sepumber 13, 2002, with full powers to
sell, mortgage, lease or otherwise deal with the land
DATED September 13, 2002
RECORDED Document No. 2002-162597
-AS TO PARCELS FIRST, SECOND, THIRD AND FOURTH:-
TOGETHER WITH anon-exclusive right and easement over, across and along Lot R-3-A
(Pukalani Road), for access and utility purposes; PROVIDED, HOWEVER, that in the event said
Lot R-3-A is conveyed, transferred and dedicaud to any governmental authority and accepted as
a public highway, the aforesaid easement(s) as to such dedicated Lot R-3-A shall automatically
cease and terminate.
SUBJECT HOWEVER TO:
1. Reservation in favor of the State of Hawaii of all mineral and metallic mines.
2. "Subject, however, to the right of access to and from the excluded area over, upon and
across the roads and trails and lands conveyed to the Grantee, all as shown on the map
prepared by and filed in the Survey Department, Territory of Hawaii as CSF No. 12,243,
entitled 'Exchange-Hawaiian Homes Commission to Richard Smart' portion of Hawaiian
Home Land of Puukapu, Waimea, South Kohala, Hawaii, T. H.', and attached hereto and
made a pert hereof; and subject also to all other ancient rights that may be appurtenant to
the excluded areas or possessed in gross by dte owners thereof or by others."; as set forth
in EXCHANGE DEED dated July 7, 1956, recorded in Liber 3138 at Page 426.
3. Clauas arising out of customary and traditional rights and practices, including without
limitation those exercised for subsistence, cultural, religions, access or gathering
purposes, as provided for in the Hawaii Constitution or the Hawaii Revised Statutes.
4. -AS TO PARCELS FIRST AND FOURTH:
Easement for Old Hawaiian Auwai 0 feet wide) as shown on the Tax Map.
5. -AS TO PARCELS SECOND, THIRD, AND FOURTH:-
Unrecorded GRANT OF EASEMENT dated May 1, 1972, by and between RJCHARD
SMART and HAWAlI ELECTRIC LIGHT COMPANY, INC., now known as
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HAWAIIAN ELECTRIC COMPANY, INC., as contained in instrument dated May 17,
1973, recorded in Liber 9167 at Page 2.
S
6. -AS TO PARCEL FIRST:-
A. Rights or claims of persons or entities other than the insured involving or arising
out of: mineral or metallic mines; geothermal resources; water; fishing, commerce
or navigation; creation or loss of the land or any portion thereof by accretion,
avulsion, erosion or ariificial means; persons residing on or otherwise in
possession of the land or any portion thereof; trails, roadways or other rights of
way, including without limitation any such rights or claims under Chapter 264,
Hawaii Revised Statutes.
B. Easements, rights, or interests arising out of:
(1) the sale or transfer of lots, blocks, plots or sections in the land described
herein or of burial rights therein;
(2) the sale or transfer of crypts or vaults in any mausoleum, and of niches in
any columbaritnn to be erected on said land; or
(3) any interment in said land.
C. Restrictions imposed by law regarding the sale and disposition of said land or a
place within any mausoleum or columbarium erected thaeon resulting from the
use or dedication of said land for cemetery purposes.
7. -AS TO PARCEL SECOND:-
A. GRANT
TO HAWAII ELECTRIC LIGHT COMPANY, INC. and
VERIZON HAWAII, INC., now known as HAWAIIAN
TELCOM, INC.
DATED October 5, 2000
RECORDED Document No. 2000-162778
GRANTING a perpetual right and easement for utility purposes, es
shown on the map attached thereto
8. DESIGNATION OF EASEMENT S-6A
PURPOSE sewer
Page 15 of 18
SHOWN on map prepared by Miles S. Rorie, Licensed Professional
Land Surveyor, with Engineers Surveyors Hawaii, Inc.,
dated July 12, 2005
C. GRANT
TO PUNA PLANTATION HAWAII, LIMITED, a Hawaii
corporation
DA'T'ED December 1, 2005
RECORDED Document No, 2005-257675
GRANTING perpetual, nonexclusive easement for sanitary sewer
purposes over said Easement S-6A
D. DESIGNATION OF EASEMENT S-6B
PURPOSE sewer
SHOWN on map prepared by Miles S. Rorie, Licensed Professional
Land Surveyor, with Engineers Surveyors Hawaii, Inc.,
dazed July t 2, 2005
E. GRANT
TO WAIMEA WASTEWATER COMPANY, INC., a Hawaii
CO1pORtInA
DATED December 1.2005
RECORDED Document No.2005-257192
GRANTING perpetual, non-exclusive casement for sanitary sewer
purposes over said Easement S-6B
F. Righu of access in favor of Lot 5 (Bright Cemetery), bearing Tax Key (3) 6-7-
002-014.
8. -AS TO PARCEL TH1RD:-
A. Electric power transmission right-of-way (50 feet wide) as shown on Tax Map,
B. The terms and provisions, including the failure to comply with the covenants,
conditions and reservations, contained in CERTIFICATE dated July ]6, 1967,
recorded in Liber 20937 at Page 300, by RICHARD SMART REVOCABLE
PERSONAL TRUST, as unregistered trust, recorded in Liber 13394 at Page 755,
filed as Land Court Document No. 917062, "Petirioner"; re: reclassification of
land from agricultural to urban district
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Said Certificate was amended by AMENDED CERTIFICATE dated August 7,
1987, recorded in Liber 21006 az Page 35.
C. GRANT
TO HAWAII ELECTRIC L[GHT CO INC
DATED December 27, 1994
RECORDED Document No. 96-014298
GRANTING a perpetual right and easement to construct, reconstruct,
repair, maintain and operate pole and wire lines and or
underground lines, etc.
D. The encroachment of an "AC ROAD" from the adjoining Lots B-1 and A-1 as
shown crosshatched on the plan attached hereto as Exhibit 8, together with a tight
and license in favor of the Grantor and other permitted by the Grantor, to use the
same for access purposes for lands in the vicinity of the real property described in
this Deed; provided, however, that the Grantee shall have the right to um»nate
such right and license upon not less than one year's prior written notice to the
Grantor and upon such termination, the Grantor shall exectne and record such
written instrument as may be reasonably requested by the Grantee to evidence
such termination. Notwithstanding the foregoing, however, the Grantor shall
have no obligation to remove the improvements constituting such AC Road from
the Grantee's lands and the Grantee shall accept and receive the same in their then
extant "AS-IS" condition without any ctaim against or compensation from the
Grantor
9. -AS TO PARCEL FOURTH:-
A. Rights of access in favor of Lot 5 (Bright Cemetery), beariag Tax Key (3) 6-7-
002-014.
B. GRANT
TO WAIMEA WASTEWATER COMPANY, iNC., a Hawaii
corporation
DATED December 1, 2001
RECORDED ~ Document No.2005-257192
CrRANTATG perpetual; rrontxclusive easement for sanitary sewer ~
purposes over Easement S-3, more particularly described
therein
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10. A RESERVATION AND RIGHT UNTO THE GRANTOR and PARKER RANCH,
INC., a Hawaii corporation„ and their respective successors and assigns, to create,
relocate, realign, assign and grant easements and rights-of--ways, and dedicate fee
intercst{s), in, over, under, across end on EASEMENTS "1" and "2" end Lot R3-A
(Pukalani Road) described above to governmental authorities, public or private utilities,
corporations or any other persons or entities, for access, utilities, drainage and/or public
roadway purposes, and/or the installation, operation, use and maintenance of utility
facilities and services, upon or under such terms and conditions as the grantor thereof
may, in the grantor's sole discretion, determine or as may be specified by such
govcmmental authority, public or private utility, or other person or entity, in connec5on
with their acceptance of the same, end any such assignment; dedication or grant may be
made without the joinder of or notice to the Grantee; and the Grantee, by acceptance of
the real property and easements herein described, hereby covenants and agrees that the
Grantee will, if, as and when requested by the grantor thereof, and at no cost or expense
to said grantor, join in such assignment, dedication or grant to such govemmental
authority, public or privatt utility or other person or entity. PROVIDED, HOWEVER,
that in every case of any such creation, relocation, realignment, assignment, and/or
dedication of the said EASEMENTS "1" and "2" and/or Lot R-3-A, the Grantee shall
have and retain, until the dedication thereof, access over said EASEMENTS "1" and"2"
and/or Lot R-3-A to a public highway.
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DATE: June 28, 2007 N
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Memorandum
TO Christopher J. Yuen, Planning Director
Planning Department c
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FROM: Galen M. Kuba, Division Chief -7~. ~ ~
Engineering Division V ~ ~ ~ w
SUBJECT Change of Zone Application (REZ 07-000068) ~ ~ ~ a ~
State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (SLU 07-000015)
Applicant: North Hawaii Community Hospital
Location: Waikoloa and Puukapu, N. Kohala, HI
TMK: 3 / 6-7-gg2:02q and por 51
We reviewed the subject application and our comments are as follows:
DRAINAGE
1. All development generated runoff shall be disposed of on-site and shall not be directed
toward any adjacent properties.
2, The applicant shall be informed that if they include drywells in the subject development,
an Underground Injection Control (UIC) permit may be required from the Department of
Health, State of Hawaii.
3. A drainage study shall be prepared far rAnstructlon plan approval, and the
recommended drainage system shall be constructed meeting with the approval of DPW,
prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
EARTHWORK
1. All earthwork and grading shall conform to Chapter 10, Erosion and Sediment Control, of
the Hawaii County Code.
2. The applicant shall comply with chapter 11-'i5, Water Pollution Control, Hawaii
Administrative Rules, Department of Health, which requires an NPDES permit for certain
construction activity,
EXHIBIT
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Memorandum to PD - REZ 07-000068
June 28, 2007
Page 2 of 3
ROADWAYS
1. Pukalani Road Extension, a collector road proposed to be dedicated to the County, serves
the subject property by way of an easement over Paroe151. Pukalani Road Extension has
not been extended to dedicable standards along the entire frontage of the subject property.
DPW generally recommends such improvements with curb gutter and sidewalk along the
property frontage. However that frontage does not appear to be awned by the applicant.
Because those improvements by the property owner may be required under other
approvals and such dedicable improvements are existing to and include the proposed
access, we defer to the Planning Director.
Should such condition be deemed appropriate, the applicant shall provide full
improvements to the entire frontage of Pukalani Road Extension, consisting of, but not
limited to, pavement widening with concrete curb, gutter and sidewalk, drainage
improvements, and any relocation of utilities; meeting with the approval of the DPW. The
applicant shall construct all improvements and ded'ICate it to the County upon request.
Install streetlights, signs and markings meeting with the approval of the DPW, Traffic
Division. Any utility poles in the road right-of-way shall be installed as shown on DPW
Standard Detail R-35 (Revised). The applicant shall provide any necessary easements for
installation of such utilities.
2. The applicant shall provide the necessary street signs and markings on Pukalani Road to
provide a dedicated left tum Zane opposing the existing tum lane markings to the shopping
center. Review and approval of such plans to County dedicable standards by DPW TRF
Division is required as a condition of any building permit approval. The left tum lane signs
and markings shall be installed as a condition for approval of any certificate of occupancy
for the subject property.
TRAFFIC
We reviewed the Traffic Impact Analysis Report (TZAR) by Julian Ng, Inc., dated January 2007.
The report identified an existing LOS E deficiency at the intersection of Pukalani Road and
Mamalahoa Highway. This intersection is included in the Waimea Traffic Circulation Study
currently in progress. The deficiency is noted and should be addressed in the Context of
improvements recommended and funded under that project.
Should there be any questions concerning this matter, please feel free to contact Kiran Emler of
our Kona Engineering Division office at 327-3530.
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Copy: ENG-HILOlKONA
pLNG-KONA
Heweii County is an Equal Opponunlly Provitler and Employer
qv n' n,ilr r n,:~ ~ry
BeltCollins E August 7, 2007
2005.33.3001 / 07P-303
Mr. Christopher J. Yuen, Director
Planning Department
County of Hawaii
101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3
Hilo, HI 96720
Attention: Norman Hayashi
Dear Mr. Yuen:
County of Hawaii Department of Public Works (DPW) Comments
State Land Use Boundary Amendment (SLU 07-000015)
TMK 6-7-Z: por 20
County Change of Zone Application (REZ 07-000068) "enaem
TMK 6-7-2: 20 &por 51 Guam
North Hawaii Community Hospital (NHCH) "°ng "°"g
Kamuela, Island of Hawaii Philippines
Seattle
Singapore
We acknowledge the County of Hawaii Department of Public Works' comments to the Tnaaana
above applications in its memo of June 28, 2007 (forwarded to BCH by the Planning
Department in its memo of July 16, 2007).
DRAINAGE
NHCH will ensure that development-generated runoff will be disposed of on-site and not
be directed towards any adjacent properties.
In the event that NHCH proposes to include drywells in the subject development and at
the time of development, NHCH will obtain the necessary Underground Injection Control (UIC)
permits from the State Department of Health.
At the time of development, NHCH will prepare a drainage study for construction plan
approval, and prior to obtaining a certificate of occupancy, will further construct a recommended
drainage system meeting with DPW approval.
Belt Collins Hawaii Ltd. ~ 4 '
2153 North King Street, Suite 200 . Honolulu, Hawaii 96819 USA
TI808 521 5361 . F/808 636 7619 . honolulu@beltcollins.com . www.beltcollins.com
Belt Collins Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Mr. Christopher J. Yuen
August 7, 2007
2005.33.3001 / 07P-303
Page 2
EARTHWORK
NHCH will comply with applicable Erosion and Sediment Control regulations per
Chapter 10 of the Hawaii County Code, as well as Chapter 11-55 of HAR (DOH) relating to
Water Pollution Control and NPDES permit requirements.
ROADWAYS
1. The project site includes approximately 174 feet of frontage onto the future Pukulani
Road corridor. Of this frontage, Pukulani Road has been improved for approximately
40 feet of the frontage, with the balance unimproved. NHCH proposes to provide access
to the subject site from its existing 24-foot-wide driveway on an adjoining parcel and
leading directly to improved portions of Pukulani Road. Please seethe attached diagram.
Pukulani Road will ultimately connect Mamalahoa Highway to a future Connector Road
being constructed by Parker Ranch.
The Pukulani Road corridor includes both an improved portion on a private road lot
(approx. 850 ft. length, owned by Parker Ranch), and an unimproved portion (Pukulani
Road extension, approx. 845 ft. length) consisting of two flagpole lots (TMK 6-7-02: 1
& 69, owned by Parker Ranch and the existing Holoholo Ku residential development).
The unimproved portion presently consists of a single driveway straddling the two
flagpole lots, providing access to the existing Holoholo Ku residential development and
other Parker Ranch facilities. Holoholo Ku is a recently completed 44-unit single family
condominium development on former Parker Ranch lands.
As noted in DPW's memo, the Pukulani Road corridor consists entirely of land not
owned by NHCH. In recent discussions with Parker Ranch, which owns or controls all
of the land for the Pukulani Road corridor (including improved and unimproved
portions), NHCH confirmed that it is Parker Ranch's intent to complete the Pukulani
Road extension, in conjunction with recent development, such as Holoholo Ku, and
future planned development on its entitled lands.
NHCH recognizes that DPW is leaving to the Planning Director the discretion to place
requirements on NHCH to upgrade the project site's frontage onto the unimproved
portions of Pukulani Road. As the site's frontage onto the unimproved portion of the
corridor represents less than 1/5 of the overall length of the Pukulani Road extension, it
may be more practical for the frontage to be improved at the same time as the fill
extension is completed by Parker Ranch.
Until the extension is completed, the project site would enjoy direct access to the
improved Pukulani Road through NHCH's recently completed 24-foot-wide driveway
entrance, as reflected in the attached exhibit.
Mr. Christopher J. Yuen
August 7, 2007
2005.33.3001 / 07P-303
Page 3
2. Pukulani Road is a 60-foot right-of--way that has been completed to dedicable standards
up to the project site, including NHCH's main driveway entrance from Pukulani Road
(see attached exhibit). NHCH's driveway entrance is situated directly opposite a
driveway entrance to the Parker Ranch Shopping Center.
Curbs, gutters, and sidewalks have been provided for the improved portions of Pukulani
Road, extending on both sides of the road, from Mamalahoa Highway past NHCH's
driveway and Parker Ranch Shopping Center driveway entrances.
The existing improved portion of Pukulani Road is atwo-way undivided road with a
10-foot-wide center tum lane (striped median) and 18-foot lanes in each direction. The
curb-to-curb width is 46 feet,
As requested, and at the time of development, NHCH can provide the necessary street
signs and markings on Pukulani Road to provide alert-turn lane into its existing
driveway (opposing the existing turn lane markings to the shopping center),
understanding that sufficient pavement width exists within the improved portions of
Pukulani Road to do so.
TRAFFIC
We acknowledge the existing LOS status of the Pukulani Road/Mamalahoa Highway
intersection, as well as the ongoing Waimea Tcaffic Circulation Study, which is examining
regional traffic patterns and regional impacts within localized intersections in the Waimea town
center area.
Thank you.
With regards,
BELT COLLINS HAWAII LTD.
Gene Yong
Project Planner
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Q WATER
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• DEPARTMEPtT OF WATER SUPPLY COUNTY OF HAWAII
noG~rydFHAWPPaP~r 345 KEKUAN AO`A STREET; SUITE 20 HILO, HAW AI`I 96720
TELEPHONE (808}961-8050 FAX (B OB)96 i-8657
July 9, 2007
TO: Mr. Christopher J. Yuen, Planning Director
Planning Deparhnent
FROM: Milton D. Pavao, Manager
SUBJECT: STATE LAND USE BOUNDARY AMENDMENT APPLICATION (SLU 07-000015)
REQUEST: AGRICULTURAL TO URBAN
CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION (REZ 07-000068)
REQUEST: A-40A AND ML-20 TO CV-7.5
APPLICANT - NORTH HAWAII COMMiJNITY HOSPITAL
TAX MAP KEY 6-7-002:020 AND 051 (PORTION)
We have reviewed the subject applications and have the following comments and conditions.
Water can be made available from the existing 12-inch waterline within Pukalani Road fronting the subject
parcels. Please be informed that Pazce120 has an existing 1-inch service lateral assigned to it capable of
accommodating a 5/8-inch meter and limited to a maximum daily usage of 600 gallons per day. Water
availability in the area allows for a maximum of 50 units of water, at a maximum of 600 gallons per day, per
unit, per existing lat of record.
The Deparhnent has no objection to the proposed application, subject to the applicant understanding and
accepting the following conditions:
1. Although the applicant has provided an estimated maximum daily water usage of 17,550 gallons per day
(gpd), based on guidelines set forth in the Deparhnent's Water System Standards, the Department requests
that the applicant submit more detaiied estimated maximum daily water usage calculations. The
calculations should include, but not be limited to, water usage for the estimated maximum number of
employees and patients per day, usage for other medical purposes, and ]andscaping/irrigation. The water
usage calculations must be prepared and stamped by a professional engineer Iicensed in the State of Hawaii
and should include the estimated peak flow in gallons per minute and the total estimated maximum daily
water usage in gallons per day.
Upon receipt of the water usage calculations, the Department will make a determination as to the water
commitment deposit amount, prevailing facilities charge (subject to change) to be paid, and other
requirements for final approval.
2. The proposed land use will require the installation of a reduced pressure type backflow prevention
assembly, within five (5) feet of the meter(s), on private property. The installation of the backflow
prevention assembly(s) must be inspected and approved by the Department before water service can be
granted. ~ / EXHIBIT ~ ~
f/Uater ~rinr~s ~roc~re~s... 3
The Department of Water Supply is an Equal Opportunity provider and employer. To file a complaint of discrimination, write: USDA, Director, Once of Civil
Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 14th and Independence Avenue, SW, Washington DC 20250-9410. Or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD)
Mr. Cluistopher J. Yuen, Planning Director
Page 2
July 4, 2007
3. The applicant will be required to submit construction plans, prepared by a licensed professional engineer,
showing the required water system improvements.
4. Subject to other agencies' requirements to construct improvements within the project area, the applicant
shall be responsible for the relocation and adjustment of the Department's affected water system facilities,
should they be necessary.
Should there he any questions, please contact Mr. Finn McCall of our Water Resources and Planning Branch at
961-8070, extension 255.
Sincerely yours,
ilton D. Pavao, P.E.
Manager
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copy - Belt Collins Hawaii, Ltd.
North Hawaii Community Hospital
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Harry Kim - ~
~ ~ Lawrence K. Mahuna
Mayor , . . ~ Police Chiej
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Deputy Police Chiej
County of Hawaii
POLICE DEPARTMENT
349 Kapiolani Street Hilo, Hawaii 96720-3998
(S08) 935-33] 1 Fax (808) 961.2389
June 26, 2007
TO CHRIS~f3PH R J. YUEN, PLANNING DIRECTOR
FROM DEREK D. PACHECO, ASSISTANT CHIEF,
AREA II OPERATIONS
SUBJECT : State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (SLU 07-000015)
Request: Agricultural to Urban
Tax Map Key: 6-7-2:portion 20
Change of Zone Application (REZ 07-000068)
Request: A-40a and ML-20 to CV-7.5
Tax Map Key: 6-7-2:20 and portion 51
Applicant: North Hawaii Community Hospital
Staff has reviewed the above-referenced applications and has no comments or
objections to offer at this time.
RA:dmv
EXHIBIT ~
u
"Hawai'i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer"
t 1 I h=.:
BeltCollins = I
July 23, 2007
f 2005.33.3001 / 07P-278
Mr. Christopher J. Yuen, Director
Planning Department
County of Hawaii
101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3
Hilo, HI 96720
Attention: Norman Hayashi
Dear Mr. Yuen:
County of Hawaii Police Department Comments
State Land Use Boundary Amendment (SLU 07-000015)
TMK 6-7-2: por 20
County Change of Zone Application (REZ 07-000068)
TMK 6-7-2: 20 &por 51 Honolula
North Hawaii Community Hospital Guam
Kamuela, Island of Hawaii Hang Kong
Philippines
Seattle
We acknowledge the County Police Department's comments to the above applications Singapore
in its memo of June 26, 2007 (forwarded to BCH by the Planning Department in its memo of maaana
July 16, 2007), and recognize that the department has no comments or objections at this time.
Thank you.
With regards,
BELT COLLINS HAWAII LTD.
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Gene Yong
Project Planner
GY:If
cc: Hawaii County Police Department
Wayne Higaki/NHCH
Sidney Fuke
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Belt Collins Hawaii Ltd.
2153 North King Street, Suite 200 . Honolulu, Hawaii 96819 USA
TI808 521 5361 . F/808 538 7819 . honolulu@beltwllins.com . www.beltcollins.com
Belt Collins Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Harry Kim Darryl J. Oliveira
Mayor 1 r ' .ni - c"; - Fire Chief
~.t. -
_ •.,r~ d Glen P.I. Honda
Deputy Fire Chief
~ountp of ~~Yna~i`i
HAWAII FIRE DEPARTMENT
25 Anpnni Street • Suite 103 • Hilo, Hawaii 96720
(808)981-8394 • Fax (808) 981-2037
June 18, 2007
TO CHRISTOPHER J. YUEN, PLANNING DIRECTOR
FROM DARRYL OLIVEIRA, FIRB CHIEF
SUBJECT: STATE LAND USB BOUNDARY AMENDMBNT APPLICATION (SLU 07-
000015)
RBQUEST: AGRICULTURAL TO URBAN
TAX MAP KEY: 6-7-2:PORTION 20
CHANGE OF ZONB APPLICATION (REZ 07-000068)
REQUEST: A-40a and ML-20 to CV-7.5
TAX M.AP KEY: 6-7-2:20 and portion 51
APPLICANTS: North Hawaii Community Hospital
We have no comments to offer at this time in reference to the above-mentioned State Land Use
Boundary Amendment application request.
ARR L O IVEIRA
Fire Chief
PBW:Ipc
~HIBIT s ~ ~ ` ~ nriF~
Hawaii County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.
o~TV or Nq~
o°: ' -
Harry Kim ~ Bobby Jean Leitbead-Todd
Mayor Director
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~ ar~rr oi_ n~~'~ Nelson Ho
Deputy Director
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DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
25 Aupuni Stree[ ~ Hilo, Hawaii 96720-0252
(808) 961-8083 ~ Fax (SOS) 961-8086
MEMORANDUM
Date : June 8, 2007
To CHRISTOPHER YUEN, Planning Director
From: BOBBY JEAN LEITHEAD-TODD, Director ~j?"~
SUBJECT: State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (SLU 07-000015)
Request: Agicultural to Urban
Tax Map Key: 6-7-2:protion 20
Change of Zone Application (REZ 07-000068)
Request: A-40a and ML-20 to CV-7.5
Tax Map Key: 6-7-2:20 and portion 51
Applicant: North Hawaii Community Hospital
We have reviewed the subject application and offer the following recommendations:
DEPARTMENT COMMENTS:
WASTEWATER COMMENTS:
( ) No comments
( )Require connection of existing and/or proposed structures to the public sewer in accordance with
Section 21-5 of the Hawaii County Code.
( )Require Council Resolution to approve sewer extension in accordance with Section 21-26.1 of the
Hawaii County Code. Complete D.E.M. Sewer Extension Application.
( )Require extension of the sewer system to service the proposed subdivision in accordance with
Section 23-85 of the Hawaii County Code.
( )Other: ` ~p
TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMENTS: ~ ~~G~~1F~ ~
SOLID WASTE COMMENTS: ~~~5
( ) No comments
(~Cl) Commercial operations, State and Federal agencies, religious entities and non-profit
organizations may not use transfer stations for disposal.
Aggregates and any other construction/demolition waste should be responsibly reused to
its fullest extent.
Ample and equal room should be provided for rubbish and recycling.
Greenwaste may be transported to the green waste sites located at the Kailua and Hilo transfer
stations, or other suitable diversion programs.
Construction and demolition waste is rohibited at all Count Transfer Stations. " ~
P Y 1) ~ ,9 a 7
`'}G Submit Solid Waste Management Plan in accordance with attached guidelines.
( )Existing Solid Waste Management Plan is to be followed. Provide update to the department~u'BIT ~
current status. ff7l
( )Other:
CC: SWD. TSS Nawai'i County it an eoual opportunity provider and employer. 9642
MTV,os,y~_
6iy, .7i~ec~o;
FIarry Kim ~ `
Mayor Michael Dworsky P.E.
Solid Waste Division Chief
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County of Hawaii
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
25 Aupuni Stree; Room 210 • Hilo, Hawari 96720-0252
(608) 961-8083 • Fax (808) 961-8086
June 6, 2006
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN
Guidelines
INTENT AND PURPOSE
This is to establish guidelines for reviewing solid waste management plans, for which
special conditions are placed on developments. The solid waste management plan will
be used to: (1) encourage recycling and recycling programs, (2) predict the waste
generated by the proposed development to anticipate the loading on County transfer
stations, landfills and recycling facilities, and (3) predict the additional traffic being
generated because of waste and recycling transfers.
REPORT
The consultant's report will contain the following:
1. Description of the project and the potential waste it may be generating: i.e.
analysis of anticipated waste volume and composition. This includes waste
generated during the construction and operational phases. Greenwastes will be
included in this report for both construction grubbing and future operational
landscape maintenance.
2. Description and location of the possible sites for waste disposal or recycling. We
will not allow the use of the County transfer stations for any commercial
development; commercial development as defined under the policies of the
Department of Environmental Management, Solid Waste Division.
3. Since the Department of Environmental Management promotes recycling,
indicate onsite source separation facilities by waste stream; i.e. source
separation bins of glass, metal, plastic, cardboard, aluminum, etc. Provide ample
and equal space for rubbish and recycling.
4. Identification of the proposed disposal site and transportation methods for the
various components of the waste disposal and recycling system, including the
number of truck traffic and the route that truck will be using to transport the waste
and recycled materials.
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Solid Waste Management Plan Guidelines
Page 2 of 2
5. The report will include any impacts to County waste and recycling facilities, and
the appropriate mitigation measures. All recommendations and mitigation
measures will be addressed.
6. Description of the waste reduction component that analyzes techniques to be
employed to achieve a reduction goal.
7. Analysis will be based on the highest potential use or zoning of the development.
REQUIREMENTS AND CONDITIONS
1. A solid waste management plan will be done for all commercial developments, as
defined under the policies of the Department of Environmental Management,
Solid Waste Division.
2. We will require the developer to provide or resolve all recommendations and
mitigation measures as outlined in the report; besides any conditions placed on
the applicant by the Department of Environmental Management.
3. A licensed environmental or civil engineer will draft and certify the solid waste
management plan.
CONCUR:
Barbara Bell
DIRECTOR
10/13/03
Revised 06/06/06
I
Hawaii County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.
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July 9, 2007
2005-33-3OO1/O7P-261
Mr. Christopher J. Yuen, Director
Planning Department
County of Hawaii
101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3
Hilo, HI 96720
Attn: Norman Hayashi
Dear Mr. Yuen:
County of Hawaii Department of Environmental Management Comments
State Land Use Boundary Amendment (SLU 07-000015)
TMK 6-7-2: por 20
County Change of Zone Application (REZ 07-000068)
TMK 6-7-2: 20 &por 51 G°a~°
Hong Kong
North Hawaii Community Hospital Philippines
Kamuela, Island of Hawaii Seariie
Singapore
We acknowledge the County Department of Environmental Management's (DEM) rhaila"°
comments to the above applications in its memo of June 8, 2007.
While no county sewer is planned for the area at this time, North Hawaii Community
Hospital ("Hospital") is proposing to discharge wastewater to the Waimea Wastewater
Company's (WWC) wastewater sewer system. Consultations with WWC aze included
within the above applications and WWC has indicated that adequate capacity is expected to
be available at the time that development is planned.
Please find attached a Solid Waste Management Plan in accordance with DEM's
June 6, 2006 Solid Waste Management Plan guidelines.
The Hospital acknowledges that transfer stations may not be used for disposal or for
construction and demolition waste.
Belt Collins Hawaii Ltd.
2153 North King Street, Suite 200 . Honolulu, Hawaii 96819 USA
T/808 521 5361 . F/808 538 7819 a honolulu@heltcollins.com . www.beltcollins.com
Belt Collins Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Mr. Christopher J. Yuen
July 9, 2007
2005-33-3001/07P-261
Page 2
The Hospital recognizes that aggregates and any other construction/demolition waste
should be responsibly reused to their fullest extent, and that ample and equal room should be
provided for rubbish and recycling.
Thank you.
With regards,
BELT COLLINS HAWAII LTD.
Gene Yong
Project Planner
GY:If
Attachment
cc: Hawaii County Department of Environmental Management
Wayne Higaki/NHCH
Sidney Fuke
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN
FOR
NORTH HAWAII COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
Prepared for:
North Hawaii Community Hospital
67-1125 Mamalahoa Highway
Kamuela, HI 96743
Prepared by:
Belt Collins Hawaii Ltd
2153 North King Street, Suite 200
Honolulu, HI 96819
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NORTH HAWAII COMMUNITY HOSPITAL SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ~
SOLID WASTE GENERATION
CONSTRUCTION PHASE ~
OPERATIONS PHASE 2
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
CONSTRUCTION PHASE 3
OPERATIONS PHASE 4
SUMMARY 5
REFERENCES 7
APPENDIX: SAMPLE CALCULATIONS 8
LIST OF TABLES
TABLE 1: BUILDING FLOOR AREA ~
TABLE 2: CONSTRUCTION WASTE GENERATION RATES 1
TABLE 3: CONSTRUCTION WASTE COMPOSITION 2
TABLE 4: POPULATIONS AND ASSOCIATED OPERATIONS WASTE GENERATION RATES 2
TABLE 5: OPERATIONS WASTE COMPOSITION 3
TABLE 6: WASTE COMPOSITION -DIVERTED OR RECYCLED CONSTRUCTION WASTE 4
TABLE 7: WASTE COMPOSITION -DIVERTED OR RECYCLED OPERATIONS WASTE 5
TABLE 8: SUMMARY OF WASTE DIVERTED AND LANDFILLED (BY YEAR) 5
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NORTH HAWAII COMMUNITY HOSPITAL SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this Solid Waste Management Plan (SW MP) is to develop a plan for the management of
solid waste generated during the construction and normal operations of the proposed medical office at
North Hawaii Community Hospital (NHCH).
The proposed medical office building at NHCH (may be referred to herein as the planned development or
the NHCH project) will be located near to the existing NHCH facilities in Kamuela, Hawaii (Tax Map Key:
6-7-002: Por 020). The proposed medical office building development area consists of approximately
3.07 acres of undeveloped, situated just south of the existing hospital (TMK 6-7-002: 013) near to
Mamalahoa Highway and the Parker Ranch Shopping Center. Access to the NHCH medical office
building will be from Mamalahoa Highway and Pukalani Road.
The planned development will consist of a single medical office building which will include doctors' offices
as well as space for other health and wellness service organizations. Use of the NHCH medical office
building will be for the general public seeking services of the NHCH.
SOLID WASTE GENERATION
According to the Hawai i County Code, solid waste (also known as rubbish) is defined as "any rejected
material including paper and cardboard cartons, straw, excelsior, rags, clothes, shoes....and any other
material of similar character". If not properly managed, solid waste can have serious negative effects on
the environment which could potentially lead to various public health problems. The County of Hawaii
(County) therefore requires solid waste to be removed from any building or premise and disposed of at an
approved solid waste disposal facility.
Quantities of solid waste were estimated for both construction and operation phases of the planned
development. The "construction phase" of development is anticipated to be in 2010 when the planned
facility at NHCH will be under construction. The "operations phase" of development refers to the time at
which the facility has been constructed and is open for use.
CONSTRUCTION PHASE
As previously mentioned, construction of the proposed development is anticipated to start in mid-2010
and be completed in that same year. Projected building floor areas were used to estimate the amount of
solid waste generated during construction (Tables 1 and 2). A range of 3.0 to 5.2 pounds (Ibs) of
construction waste per square foot (ft2) of building Floor area was used to estimate the amount of solid
waste generated by construction activities (Reference 4).
TABLE 1: BUILDING FLOOR AREA
Building Area ( )
Medical Office 16,800 t
TABLE 2: CONSTRUCTION WASTE GENERATION RATES
Year (tons I year)
Building Description
2010
Medical Office 25 - 44
N es:
1. All calculations, except the existing structure, are basetl on (3.0 IbsAtT) x (area of building) x (number o/ buildings
constmcteWyear) to (5.2 /bsRt=) x (area o/ building) x (number olbuildings constructed/year). Pounds were multiplied by 5 x 10' (or
12000) to convert to tons.
2. Calculation of construction waste is basetl on the assumption that the construction period will occur from mitl-2010 through the
end o/ 2010.
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NORTH HAWAII COMMUNITY HOSPITAL SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN
Table 3 presents an estimate of the construction waste components based upon a typical composition. It
is recognized that the actual composition of construction waste will vary according to the material
selected for the facility, but Table 3 can be used as a guide.
TABLE 3: CONSTRUCTION WASTE COMPOSITION
Year (tons I year)
Waste Type % of Total Waste' 2010
Wood 41.9 10-19
Drywall 28.2 7 - 13
Cardboard 6.5 1 - 3
Metal 1.6 0.4 - 0.7
Other 21.9 5 - 10
Total 100.0 25 - 44
Notes:
1. HABrT, 2000.
2. Calculatons based on annual waste generated.
3. Composed of plastics, shingles, ceramic, etc.
OPERATIONS PHASE
The NHCH project occupancy phase is anticipated to start in late 2010 with an estimated 40 employees
and 120 Gientele daily. A solid waste generation of 6.2 Ibs per person per day was applied (Reference
1). Hours of operation are expected to be from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, with more limited
hours (assumed 8:00 am to 12:00 pm) of operation on Saturdays and Sundays. Table 4 provides
population and residential solid waste estimates for full occupancy in 2010 and beyond.
TABLE 4: POPULATIONS AND ASSOCIATED OPERATIONS WASTE GENERATION RATES
Year
Building Type
2010
Number of Employees' 40
c
~ ~ Number of Clientele' 120
m
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160
Q n. Total Population
~ m Total Daily Waste Generation2 (Ibslday) 217
H ~
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3 ~ Annual Waste Generation (tonslyear) 22
Notes:
1. Background and County Environments! Report, May 15, 2007
2. Calculations are based on (6.2 Ihs/persoNday) x (number of personsrday). The waste gene2fed has been reduced to accuratery
represent the tours of operation. See Appendix for supporting calculations.
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NORTH HAWAII COMMUNITY HOSPITAL SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN
The composition of wastes generated during the operations at the planned development is based upon
the 1993 Hawai i Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan as well as a 2003 Oahu Waste Composition
Study (References 2 and 7). Table 5 includes waste composition proportions anticipated at the proposed
development. Management of these wastes is discussed in the following section.
TABLE 5: OPERATIONS WASTE COMPOSITION
of Year (tons /year)
Waste Type Total
Waste' 2010
Paper 16.7 4
Yard Waste 12.5 3
Food Waste 6.4 2
Plastic 4.4 1
Other Organic 21.5 5
Metals 13.1 3
Glass 1.6 1
Other Inorganic 21.8 5
Total 100.0 22
Nolen'
1. 1993 County of Hawai i Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan, 2003 Oahu Waste Composition Study. ExclusNe of medical
waste.
2. Calculations based on annual waste generated.
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
Solid wastes generated by and recycled materials from the project will be collected and deposited at
State of Hawaii Department of Health (DOH) permitted facilities. Solid wastes will be managed in
conformance with the applicable DOH and Hawaii County requirements.
Arrangements for construction waste recycling and disposal will be formalized once the planned
development's construction scheduled is finalized. Likewise, arrangements for operations waste recycling
and disposal will be formalized when the planned development is constructed and occupied.
CONSTRUCTION PHASE
Table 2 shows the amount of construction waste that is expected to be generated during the construction
of the NHCH office building project in 2010.
The primary method of reducing (or mitigating) the amount of construction waste to be hauled offsite is
recycling. The following items or materials will be recycled to the extent practicable: green waste
(processed and used on site), wood waste (processed with green waste when practical, depending on
type of wood and ability to chip, and used on site), cardboard (recycled off site), and metals (recycled off
site). The remaining categories of wastes (i.e., drywall, other) may be recyced if a local recycling vendor
is available. Otherwise, these non-recyclable wastes will be hauled to the landfill. The construction waste
that may be diverted or recycled is shown in Table 6. Remaining waste which cannot be diverted or
recycled will likely be hauled to the landfill.
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NORTH HAWAII COMMUNITY HOSPITAL SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN
TABLE 6: WASTE COMPOSITION -DIVERTED OR RECYCLED CONSTRUCTION WASTE
Year (ions /year)
Waste Type % of Total Waste
2010
Wood 41.9 10-19
Cardboard 6.5 13
Metal 1.6 0.4 - 0.7
Total 49.9 12-22
Notes:
1. HABiT, 2000.
2. Calculations based on annual waste generated.
OPERATIONS PHASE
The primary method of reducing (or mitigating) the amount of operations waste to be hauled offsite is
recycling. To the extent practicable, the planned development will arrange for green waste (e.g., yard
waste) generated during grounds keeping be collected and processed for use as soil amendment on the
site. Green wastes that cannot be processed on site wNl be minimized and recyGed offsite or hauled to
the landfill as appropriate. Future arrangements for recycling collection (aluminum, paper, newspaper,
glass, and plastic containers) in building areas, and waste hauling for the remainder of waste that is not
readily recyclable, will be made. The wastes associated with commercial activities will also be recycled
(likely to include cardboard, paper, glass, and plastic containers). Specialized materials associated with
grounds keeping (e.g., pesticides and fertilizers) will be used according to accepted practices (i.e.,
pesticide rinsate will be used as product, and fertilizer will be used up or incorporated into green waste
processing at the site). Specialized materials associated with maintenance and industrial activities (e.g.,
motor oil and solvents) will be recycled when possible or disposed according to accepted practices for the
County.
Medical waste produced by operations at the NHCH project will be considered "speciallhazardous waste".
The DOH defines medical waste as "all the infectious and injurious waste originating from a medical,
veterinary, or intermediate care facility" The NHCH currently sterilizes all of its medical waste prior to
disposal, meeting DOH, Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), and
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards. Medical waste produced by the NHCH project will be
sent to the hospital for disposal in the same manner.
The anticipated recycled waste composition for non-medical operations is shown in Table 7. Hawaii
County's recycling rate is approximately 27 percent (Reference 6). The County intends to increase
recycling efforts and has set a goal of approximately 45 percent in 2009. Given the Countys goal and the
associated opportunities for recycling of materials, a recycling rate of q0 percent is considered achievable
for the NHCH project. Based on the planned development having a recycling rate equivalent to that
measured by the County, approximately 6 tons per year of operational waste will be diverted or recycled
once the facility is occupied. All other organic and inorganic categories of waste would likely be hauled to
the landfill. Contracts with licensed private recyclers and waste haulers will be executed to ensure proper
waste disposal is implemented. As noted above, green waste will be processed and used on site as soil
amendment to the extent practical. Processing of green waste may involve chipping and passive
composting of organic waste, resulting in soil amendment for use on NHCH grounds.
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TABLE 7: WASTE COMPOSITION - DVERTED OR RECYCLED OPERATIONS WASTE
Operations
of Waste
Waste Total (tonslyear)Z
Type Waste' 2010
Paper 16.7 4
Yard Waste 12.5 3
Plastic 4,4 1
Metals 13.1 3
Glass 1.6 0.4
Total 48.3 71
Total Diverted Waste' 40 9
Notes:
1. 1993 County o(Hawai i Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan, 2003 Oahu Waste Composition Study
2 Calculations 6asedon (annual waste generated from Table 5) x ('0~ of Total Waste"column). Exclusive o/Medical Waste.
3. Ca/culatlon based on (annual waste generated /rom Table 5) x (40% percent recycle rate).
SUMMARY
Based on the estimated waste generation rates for construction and operations at the NHCH project and
the solid waste management plans for waste diversion through minimization and recycling of materials,
estimated non-medical waste diversion and landfilling generation are shown in Table 8.
TABLE 8: SUMMARY OF WASTE DIVERTED AND LANDFILLED (BY YEAR)
Year
Waste Management Option 2010
Waste' (tons/yr) 12-22
c Diverted
#trucks(perweek) 0.02-0.04
U
N Waste (tons/yr) 12-22
o Landfilled
~ # trucks (per week)Z 0.02-0.04
Waste°(tons/yr) 9
y Diverted
o # trucks (per week} 0.01
~ Waste (tons/yr) 13
~ Landfilled
# trucks (per week) 0.03
Total Diverted Waste (tonslyr) 21-31
Total Landfilled Waste (tonslyr) 25-35
Notes:
1. Diverted waste (tons/year)15 waste that will be 2cycled. Values irom total diverted construction waste (Table 6).
2. Assumes that trucks pick up construction waste twice a month and each truck has a 10-ton capacity.
3. Calcu/ab'on based on total construction waste (Table 3) -total diverted construction waste (Table 6).
4. Diverted waste u wawa that will be recycled. Values from total diverted operations waste (Table T).
5. Assumes that each truck picking up operational waste has a 14ton rapacity.
6. Calculation based on tote! operations waste (Table 5) -total deeded operations waste {Table 7).
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NORTH HAWAII COMMUNITY HOSPITAL SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN
Trucks will most likely be used to haul construction and operations waste to either a local recycling
vendor, for diverted waste, or to the West Hawai i Landfill, for landfilled waste. For both construction and
operations waste the number of trucks is expected to be on an on-call basis, meaning that less than one
truck per month will be required for both diverted and landfilled waste. The truck route to the West
Hawaii Landfill will most likely be from Pukalani Road and Mamalahoa Highway onto Kawaihae Road
then along Queen Ka'ahumanu Highway. The truck route to the local recycling vendor (anticipated to be
Pacific Waste Inc. in Waimea, HI) will most likely be along Mamalahoa Hwy onto Kamamalu Street to Fire
Road 11.
According to the 2002 Updated Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan for the County, the
Pu'uanahulu Landfill is estimated to have 12 million cubic yards of air space which is enough to
accommodate the waste generated by West Hawaii for approximately the next 40 years (Reference 1). In
2000, approximately 90,000 tons of waste was deposited at this landfill. Using this quantity of waste, the
annual percent waste increase to the West Hawaii Landfill from the NHCH project was estimated to be
0.033 percent.
It should be noted that the objectives for waste diversion for both construction and operations at the
NHCH project are based upon the assumption that private companies in the vicinity of the development
can be contracted to either directly recycle materials on the island of Hawai i or to economically ship
materials to recycling markets elsewhere in Hawaii, the U.S, mainland, or international countries. If
recycling vendors are not immediately available for all materials intended to be recycled, some of these
materials may be hauled to the County's landfill.
Belt Collins Hawaii Ltd. 6 July 2007
NORTH HAWAII COMMUNITY HOSPITAL SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN
REFERENCES
1. County of Hawaii. December 2002. Update to the Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan for the
County of Hawaii. Prepared by Harding ESE, Aiea, Hawaii.
2. County of Hawaii. 1993. Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan for the County of Hawaii.
3. County of Hawai i. Department of Environmental Management. Solid Waste Management Plan:
Guidelines. Hawaii, 2003.
4. Hawaii Advanced Building Technologies Training Program (HABIT). January 2000. Guide to
Resource-Efficient Building in Hawaii -HABIT. Developed by Kathleen O'Brien of O'Brien and
Associates, WA. Managed by Alan Ewell, Integrated Architecture and Gail-Suzuki-Jones, Clean Hawaii
Center, HI. Funded by U.S. Department of Energy through Hawaii Department of Business, Economic.
5. Recycle Hawaii. June 1999. Big Island Recycling Guide. Brochure.
6. Personal Communication, Mr. Michael Dworsky, County of Hawaii Department of Environmental
Management -Solid Waste Division, July 6, 2007.
7. Hawaii. Department of Environmental Services. Oahu Waste Composition, Disposal and Recycling -
2003. http'/lenvhonolulu org/solid waste/archivelOahu Waste Composition html.
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NORTH HAWAII COMMUNITY HOSPITAL SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN
APPENDIX: SAMPLE CALCULATIONS
Hell Collins Hawaii Ltd. 8 July 2007
North Hawaii Community Hospital
Solid Waste Management Plan-Construction Phase
Construction Waste Generation Rates 3.0 Ibs / ft'
Year tons / ear)
Building Area'
Building Type its 2010 Total
Medical Office 16,600 252 25.2
Total 25.2 25.2
tes.
Referenced from Slate Land Use Boundary Amendment Application, Figure F Proposed Medical Office Bulking,
7 May 2007
All ralcuktlons are basetl on (3.0 Ihs/ftz) x (area of building). Pountls were multiplied Dy 5 x W' (or 7/2000) to
2. convert to tons.
Construction Waste Generation Rates 5.2 Ibs / fly
Year tons/ ear
Building Area'
Buitding T flz 2070 Total
Medical Offce 16,600 43.7 43.7
Total 43.7 43.7
Notes:
Referenced hom Slate Land Use Boundary Amentlmenl Appliwtlon, Figure F Proposed Medkal Office Building,
7, May 2007
All cakulalkns are based on (5.2 Ibs/ftT) x (area of Duilding). Pounds were multiplied by 5 x 10~ (or 1/2000) to
2. comen to tons.
Construction Waste Composition 7.0 Ibs I f!'
Year tonsl ear
100%of Total
Waste
Wazte T e Percent of Total Waste Percents e' 2010 Total
Wood 43.3 41.9 10.5 10.5
Drywall 33.3 28.2 7.1 7.1
Cardboard 3.3 6.5 1.6 1.6
Metal 0.7 1.6 0.4 0.4
Other ~ 16.7 21.9 5.5 5.5
Total 97.3 100.0 25.2 25.2
Notes:
7. Convened `Pe¢enl of Total Waste'to 100 percent by taxing cne average o/the range.
2. All calculations are based on (3.0 Ibs/ftz) z (total waste percenuge)
3. Composed o(Dlastics, shingles, ceramics, etc.
Belt Collins Hawaii Lld. July 2007
North Hawaii Community Hospital
Solid Waste Management Plan-Construction Phase
Construction Waste Composition 5.2 Ibs / fis
Year (tons I ear
100°/s of Total
Waste
Waste T pe Percent of Total Waste Percentage' 2010 Total
Wood 40.4 41.9 18.3 18.3
Drywall 23.1 28.2 12.3 12.3
Cardboard 9.6 6.5 2.8 2.8
Metal 2.5 1.6 0.7 0.7
Other' 25.0 21.9 9.6 9.6
Total 100.6 100.0 43.7 43.7
Notes:
1. Convertetl -Peroent of Total Waste-to 100 percent Dy taking the average or the 2nge.
2. All calculations are based on (52 IDSlfh) x (total waste percentage)
3, Composetl or plastid. shingles, ceramics, etc.
Waste Composition -Diverted or Recycled Construction Waste (3.0 Ib/ft~)
tOD°~ofTotal Waste Year Construction Waste
Waste Type Percentage 2010 (tons /year)
Wood 41.9 10.5 10.5
Cardboard 6.5 1.6 1.6
Metal 1.6 0.4 0.4
Total 49.9 12.6 12.6
Waste Composition -Diverted or Re clad Construction Waste (5.2 Ib/ft=)
100°~ of Total Waste Year GonstruMion Waste
Waste T Percents a 2010 (tons f ear
Wood 41.9 18.3 18.3
Cardboard 6.5 2.8 2.8
Metal 1.6 0.7 0.7
Total 49.9 21.8 21.8
Summa of Construction Waste Diverted and Landfilled
Year
Waste Management Option 2010
Construction Diverted 12.6
(3.0 Ib / flz) Landfill' 12.6
# of trucksZ
(per week) 0.02
Construction Diverted 21.8
(5.2 Ib / (tz) Landfill' 21.9
# of trucks'
(per week} 0.04
Notes:
t. Total Waste Landflletl =Total Ope2fional waste -Total Divertetl Waste
2. Assumes each truck has a 101on maximum eapactity (per phone eonversatlon with Pacific Waste).
Belt Collins Hawaii Lttl. JUIy 2007
North Hawaii Community Hospital
Solld Waste Management Plan-Operations Phase
Operation Phase-Po ulation
Year'
Description 2010
Employees 40
Clientele 120
Total Population 160
Notes:
t. Referenced from Background and County Envimnmenlal Report: Change of Zone Application, May 15, 2007
O eratlon Waste G¢neration Rates-Emplo ees
Year
Descri lion 2010
Monday -Friday Waste2a (Ibs/day) 82.7
Em to ees Sat-Sun Waste2°(Ibs/day) 41.3
Subtotal Em to ee Waste' tons ear 12.9
Monday -Friday Waste°a (Ibs/day) 46.5
Clientele Sal-Sun Waste4°(Il)slday) 46.5
Subtotal Clientele Wastes ton ear 8.5
Total Waste` tons ear .21-4
Notes:
1. All Galculatlon5 are Dried on (6.2 Ibs/Rr) x populallon. Pounds were multiplied by 5 x 10'' for 112000) to woven to tons.
2a. Calwlation is Dosed on (6.21DdpersoNday) x (number or employees) x (8 hours or operation / 24 hour tlay). Exdusive of medical waste.
2b. Calculation is Dased on (6.2 IbsryersoNday) x (number of employees) x (4 pours W operation 124 hour tlay). Exclusive N medical waste.
3. Assumes Monday- Fnday accounts for 260 tlaysyear and Sa[ -Sun accounts for 104 daysryear. Calcukllon is Dasetl on ((dally waste
generated fmm Employees MarMay - Friday) x (260 days /year)) / (2000 IbsROn)
aa. Assumes an average of'I.5 hours/dienteleNisil. Calculation is based on (6.2 Ibs/perwNday) x (number or patients) x (8 hours of ope2tion 1
2a hour day) x (1.5 hours/visit / e hours or operation)
4D. Assumes an average of 1.5 hours/dienlele/visit Calculation is based on (6.2 IbNpersoNday) z (number of patients) z (8 hours of operation /
24 hour day) x (t 5 hourSNisfl / 6 hours of operation)
5. Assumes Monday- Friday accounts for 260 dayNyear and Sat -Sun accounts br 104 daysryear. Calculation is based on ((dairy waste
generatetl hom Clientele Monday - Fnday) x (260 days /year))! (20001bsROn)
6. ToWI Waste =Subtotal Employee Waste * Subtotal Clientele Waste
O rations Waste Com osition
Year (tonstyear)
Waste T e %of Total Waste 2010
Paper 16.7 3.6
Yard Waste 12.5 2.7
Food Waste 8.4 1.8
Plastic 4.4 0.9
Other Organic 21.5 4.6
Metals 13.1 2.8
Glass 1.6 0.3
Otherlnor anic 21.8 4.7
Total Waste Com osition 100.0 21.4
Bell Collins Hawaii Ltd. July 2007
North Hawaii Community Hospital
Solid Waste Management Plan-Operations Phase
Waste Composition - Diverted or Rec tied O erations Waste
Year (tons I year)
Waste T pe %of Total Waste 2010
Paper 16.7 3.57
Yard Waste 12.5 2.67
Plastic 4.4 0.94
Metals 13.1 2.80
Glass 1.6 0.34
Total 48.3 10.32
Total Diverted Waste' 40.0 8.54
Noles:
L Total Diverted Waste = ToUI Operational Wasle x 40% Recycle Rate
Summa of O erations Waste Diverted and Landfilled
Year (tons /year)
Waste Man ement O tion 2010
Diverted 8.54
k of trucks (per week)' 0.02
Lardfi112 12.82
# of trucks er week' 0.02
Notes:
1. Assumes each imck has a t0 ion maximum rapadly (Der phone wnversatton w/Pacific Waste)
2. ToUI Waste Landflletl=Total Ope2lonal Waste-TOlal Diverted Waste
Belt Collins Hawaii Ltd. July 2007
LINDA LINGLE o; CHIYOME L. FUKINO, M.D.
GOVERNOR A~~losa, t, Oiredor o(Heallh
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STATE OF HAWAII
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
P.O. BOX 916
HILO, HAWAII 96721-0916
MEMORANDUM
DATE: June 20, 2007
TO: Christopher J. Yuen
Planning Director, County of Hawaii
FROM: Curtis I. Takai t'~r
Acting District Environmental Health Program Chief
SUBJECT: State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application {SLU 07-000015)
Request: Agricultural to Urban
Tax Map Key: 6-7-2:portion 20
Change of Zone Application (REZ 07-000068)
Request: A-40a and ML-20 to CV-7.5
Tax Map Key: 6-7-2:20 and portion 51
Applicant; North Hawaii Community Hospital
The subject project is located within the Waimea Wastewater Company wastewater sewer
system. All wastewater generated shall be disposed into the Waimea Wastewater Company
sewer system.
Underground Injection Systems (Ph. 586-4258) which receive wastewater or storm runoffs from
the proposed development need to address the requirements of Chapter 23, Hawaii State
Department of Health Administrative Rules, Title 11, "Underground Injection Control."
The applicant would need to meet the requirements of our Department of Health Air Pollution
Rules, Chapter 60.1, Title 11, State of Hawaii for fugitive dust control. If there is need to discuss
these requirements, please contact our Clean Air Branch staff at Ph. 933-0401.
Construction activities must comply with the provisions of Hawaii Administrative Rules,
Chapter 11-46, "Community Noise Control."
1. The contractor must obtain a noise permit if the noise levels from the construction
activities are expected to exceed the allowable levels of the rules.
EXHIBfT ~ ~ ~
Clrristopher J. Yuen
Page 2 of 2
June 20, 2007
2. Construction equipment and on-site vehicles requiring an exhaust of gas or air
must be equipped with mufflers.
3. The contractor must comply with the requirements pertaining to construction
activities as specified in the rules and the conditions issued with the pennit.
Should there be any questions on this matter, please contact the Department of Health at
933-0917.
We recommend that you review all of the Standard Comments on our website:
www state hi us/health/environrnental/env-plannineJlanduse/landuse.html. Any comments
specifically applicable to this project should be adhered to.
WORD:SLU 07-000015 REZ 07-000068.my
~e~~Ca~~
July 9, 2007
2005-33-3001/07P-255
Mr. Christopher J. Yuen, Director
Planning Department
County of Hawaii
101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3
Hilo, HI 96720
Attn: Norman Hayashi
Dear Mr. Yuen:
State of Hawaii Department of Health Comments
State Land Use Boundary Amendment (SLU 07-000015)
TMK 6-7-2: por 20
County Change of Zone Application (REZ 07-000068) "°^°'°I°
TMK 6-7-2: 20 &por 51 G°am
Hong Kong
North Hawaii Community Hospital FhlliPmnas
Kamuela. Island of Hawaii Seattle
Singapore
We acknowledge the State's Department of Health's comments to the above Thaaana
applications in its letter of June 20, 2007.
North Hawaii Community Hospital ("Hospital") is proposing to discharge
wastewater to the Waimea Wastewater Company (WWC) wastewater sewer system.
Consultations with WWC are included within the above applications and WWC has
indicated that adequate capacity is expected to be available at the time that development is
planned.
The Hospital will ensure that any underground injection systems which receive storm
runoffs will be developed in conformance with Chapter 23, Hawaii State Department of
Health Administrative Rules, Title 11, "Underground Injection Control."
The Hospital will ensure that development activities related to the subject area will
meet the requirements of the Department of Health's Air Pollution Rules, Chapter 60.1,
Title 11, State of Hawaii, for fugitive dust control.
EXHIBIT
Belt Collins Hawaii Ltd. /
2153 North King Street, Suite 200 . Honolulu, Hawaii 96819 USA (
T/808 521 5361 . F/808 538 7819 . honolulu@beltcollins.com . www.beltcollins.com
Belt Collins Hawaii Is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Mr. Christopher J. Yuen
July 9, 2007
2005-33-3001/07P-255
Page 2
The Hospital will ensure that any construction activities for the subject azea will
comply with the provisions of Hawaii Administrative Rules, Chapter 11-46, "Community
Noise Control," including: (1) obtaining a noise permit if noise levels from construction
activities aze expected to exceed the allowable levels of the rules, (2) construction
equipment and on-site vehicles requiring an exhaust of gas or air must be equipped with
mufflers, and (3) that the contractor will comply with the requirements pertaining to
construction activities specified in the rules and the conditions issued with the permit.
With regards,
BELT COLLINS HAWAII LTD.
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Gene Yong
Project Plazmer
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cc: State Department of Health (District Enviromnental Health Program)
Wayne Higaki/NHCH
Sidney Fuke
ANTHONY J.H. CHING
LINDA LINGLE <E...:.`_.!+rw EXECUTIVE OFFICER
GOVERNOR f.^
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STATE OF HAWAII
DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM
LAND USE COMMISSION
P.O. box 2359
Honolulu, Hawaii 96904-2359
Telephone: 808-597-3822
Fax: 808-587-3827
July z, 2007
Mr. Christopher J. Yuen, Director
Planning Department
County of Hawaii
Aupuni Center
101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3
Hilo, Hawaii 96720-3043
Dear Mr. Yuen:
Subject: State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (SLU 07-000015)
Agricultural to Urban
Tax Map Key: 6-7-02: por. 20
Change of Zone Application (REZ 07-000068)
A-40a and ML-20 to CV-7.5
Tax Map Key: 6-7-02: 20 and por. 51
North Hawaii Community Hospital
We have reviewed the subject applications forwarded by your memorandum dated June 7,
2007. Our comments are limited so1_ely to the boundary amendment application. Based on the
representation of the proposed boundary amendment site, identified as TMK: 6-7-02: por. 20, in
the application, we confirm that the site is designated within the State Land Use Agricultural
District. Given that the site consists of a portion of a parcel, clarification should be provided as
to whether a metes and bounds map was prepared in conjunction with the application. If so,
we request that said map be transmitted to us for our records.
We have no further comments to offer at this time. Thank you for the opportunity to comment
on the subject applications. Should you have any questions, please feel free to call me or Bert
Saruwatari of our office at 587-3822.
Sincerely
ANTHONY NG EXHIBIT
Executive Of '
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BQItCOllll(S ' ~ July 23, 2007
2005.33.3001 / 07P-279
Mr. Christopher J. Yuen, Director
Planning Department
County of Hawaii
101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3
Hilo, HI 96720
Attention: Norman Hayashi
Dear Mr. Yuen:
State of Hawaii Land Use Commission (LUC) Comments
State Land Use Boundary Amendment (SLU 07-000015)
TMK 6-7-2: por 20
County Change of Zone Application (REZ 07-000068)
TMK 6-7-2: 20 &por 51
North Hawaii Community Hospital Hanamq
Kamuela. Island of Hawaii Guam
Hong Kong
We acknowledge the Land Use Commission's comments to the above application in its Seiameinea
memo of July 2, 2007 (forwarded to BCH by the Planning Department in its memo of July 16, 2007). Singapore
T~ailantl
As requested within the LUC memo, please find attached the metes and bounds map for the
State Land Use Boundary Amendment application (TMK 6-7-2: por 20, SLU 07-000015). This map
is the same as was attached to the subject application.
Thank you.
With regards,
BELT COLLINS HAWAII LTD.
Gene Yong
Project Planner
GYaf
Attachment
cc: State of Hawaii Land Use Commission
Wayne Higaki/NHCH
Sidney Fuke
Belt Collins Hawaii Ltd. .p /p +:j
2153 NoAh King Street, Suite 200 . Honolulu, Hawaii 96819 USA .3 ~
TI808521 5361 . F/8085387819 . honolulu@beltcollins.com . www.beltcollins.com
Bell Collins Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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LAND DIVISION
S2re of HB+f~ POST OFFICE 80X 621
HONOLULU, HAWAII 96809
July 5, 2007
Mr. Christopher Yuen, Director
Planning Department
County of Hawaii
101 Pauahi Street Suite 3
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
Attention: Mr. Norman Hayashi
Dear Mr. Yuen:
Subject: State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application, (SLU 07-000015,
North Hawaii Community Hospital), Kamuela, Hawaii, Tax Map Key: (3}
6-7-2:20, 51
Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on the subject matter. The
Department of Land and Natural Resources' (DLNR) Land Division distributed or made
available a copy of your report pertaining to the subject matter to DLNR Divisions for their
review and comment.
The Department of Land and Natural Resources has no comments to offer on the
subject matter. Should you have any questions, please feel free to call our office at 587-0433.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Russell Y. Tsuji
Administrator
j~`?4?'~~J ~
EXHIBIT
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BeltCollins ~
- July 23, 2007
2005.33.3001 / 07P-277
Mr. Christopher J. Yuen, Director
Planning Department
County of Hawaii
101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3
Hilo, HI 96720
Attention: Norman Hayashi
Dear Mr. Yuen:
State of Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR)
Land Division Comments
State Land Use Boundary Amendment (SLU 07-000015)
TMK 6-7-Z: por 20
County Change of Zone Application (REZ 07-000068) Hennlela
TMK 6-7-2: 20 &por 51 ~aam
North Hawaii Community Hospital Hong Kong
Philippines
Kamuela Island of Hawaii Seattle
smgaoore
We acknowledge the DLNR Land Division's comments to the above applications in its rhailana
memo of July 5, 2007 (forwarded to BCH by the Planning Department in its memo of July 16,
2007), and recognize that the department has no comments,at this time.
Thank you.
With regards,
BELT COLLINS HAWAII LTD.
Gene Yong
Project Planner
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STATE OF HAWAII IN REPLY REFER TO:
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
869 PUNCHBOWL STREET STP 8.2567
HONOLULU, HAWAII 96813-5097
August 6, 2007
Mr. Christopher J. Yuen
Director
Planning Department
County of Hawaii
101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3
Hilo, Hawaii 96720-3043
Dear Mr. Yuen:
Subject: North Hawaii Community Hospital (NHCH)
State Land Use Boundary Amendment Application (SLU 07-000015) and
Change of Zone Application (REZ 07-000068), Medical Office Building
TMK: 6-7-2: 20 and portion 51
Thank you for your transmittal requesting our comments on the proposed project to develop a
16,800 square foot medical office building, as reflected in the subject application(s), which
would include doctors' offices and space for other health and wellness service organizations such
as the Waimea Women's Center, that will provide services to support ongoing activities at the
NHCH.
Our comments are as follows:
1. While the proposed action to develop a medical office building may not have a significant
impact on our State highway facilities in the area, we believe it is part of the NHCH
master plan and as such, it should be reflected in the subject application's Traffic
Assessment Report (TA). The TA should be updated to reflect the cumulative impact of
traffic generated by the NHCH, including the proposed medical office building, and to
identify required mitigation measures,
2. The existing traffic conditions in Waimea is described in the TA as being congested for
most of the day and with the addition of the subject project, traffic will likely increase.
The applicant should be responsible for implementing traffic improvements to mitigate
project impacts and participate in and contribute its share towards implementing highway
intersection and/or regional roadway improvements to mitigate the impacts determined
by our Department DOT and/or the County.
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Mr. Christopher J. Yuen STP 8.2567
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August 6, 2007
3. The TA references the Waimea Traffic Circulation Study. We understand this study is
still on-going and is being managed through the County. The applicant's TA
recommendations for roadway improvements should be consistent with the findings of the
Waimea Traffic Circulation Study.
4. We request that the County coordinate the recommendations for roadway and
intersection improvements contained in the Waimea Traffic Circulation Study with our
Highways Division for consistency with our DOT highways plans for roadway and
intersection improvements in the area, including the Waimea Bypass.
We ap eciat e opportunity to provide comments.
Very y o s,
BARRY FUK GA
Director of Tr ortation