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COUNTY OF HAWAIʻI PLANNING DEPARTMENT BACKGROUND REPORT TIELI WANG SPECIAL MANAGEMENT AREA USE PERMIT APPLICATION
(PL-SMA-2024-000058)
TIELI WANG has submitted an application for a Special Management Area Use Permit to
construct three (3), three-story, single-family dwellings and related improvements; one single-
family dwelling will be constructed on each parcel. The three (3) parcels total 24,250 square feet
and are located within the Special Management Area (SMA). The subject properties are located
at the end of Machida Lane, approximately 300-feet east of Onekahakaha Road, Keaukaha,
South Hilo, Hawaiʻi, TMKs: (3) 2-1-014:044, 045 and 046.
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT
1. Request: The Applicant seeks a SMA Use Permit to construct a new three-story single-
family residence on each of the subject parcels:
Parcel 44: Proposed three-story single-family dwelling will include five (5)
bedrooms, and twelve (12) bathrooms with a total living area of 6,008 square feet (sf), a
352-sf balcony, and 3,004 sf of parking. The Applicant states that the space in this
dwelling will be reserved for the owner’s family use and may also include short- and
long-term rental units.
Parcel 45: Proposed three-story single-family dwelling and related improvements
that includes five (5) bedrooms, and eight (8) bathrooms with a total living area of 4,560
sf, a 240-sf balcony and a 2,280-sf parking area. The Applicant states this dwelling will
be used to create short- or long-term rental units.
Parcel 46: Proposed three-story single-family dwelling and related improvements
that includes five (5) bedrooms, and eight (8) bathrooms with a total living area of 4,560
sf, a 240-sf balcony and a 2,280-sf parking area. The Applicant states this dwelling will
be used to create short- or long-term rental units.
Additionally, the Applicant is proposing to construct an Individual Wastewater
System (IWS); one for each of the three dwelling structures, and county water is
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available to the site for potable water use.
2. Project Objectives: The purpose of the project is to construct three (3) separate single-
family dwellings and related improvements to be used for short term rentals, long term
rentals or private (family) uses.
3. Cost/Time of Project: The current total estimated cost of the improvements for all the
subject parcels is $3,090,000. The project would be initiated after completion of the final
design and the granting of all necessary permits.
4. Supportive Information: The applicant has submitted the attached in support of
the request: (Planning Department Exhibit 1 – SMA Use Permit Application dated
May 3, 2024)
5. Landowner: Tieli Wang, Honolulu, HI
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
6. Special Management Area (SMA): On December 13, 2021, SMA Minor Permit No.
PL-SMM-2021-000011 was issued to allow for the clearing of underbrush and other
vegetation on each of the three (3) subject parcels – no other development or permits
have been issued.
7. Therefore43, HRS: Pursuant to Hawaiʻi Revised Statutes (HRS) Ch. 343-5, the
proposed activities do not trigger the need for an Environmental Assessment (EA),
therefore, no EA is required.
STATE AND COUNTY PLANS
8. State Land Use Designation: Urban
9. General Plan LUPAG MAP: Resort (res)
10. County Zoning: Resort-hotel 7,500 sf (V-.75)
11. Hilo Community Development Plan (HCDP): The Hilo CDP was adopted by
Resolution No. 1 on May 21, 1975.
12. Special Management Area (SMA): The project is located within the Special
Management Area and therefore, the proposed development is subject to SMA review.
DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY AND SURROUNDING AREA
13. Subject Property: The three (3) subject parcels are located at the end of Machida Lane,
and total approximately 24,250 square feet in size. They are generally flat and overgrown
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with primarily non-native trees and grasses as was determined via previous SMA
approval for land clearing. Parcel 44, located on the makai side of Machida Lane borders
the Onekahakaha Beach Parcl, with parcels 46 and 45 bounding the undeveloped Laehala
Stret and other residential developments of the subdivision. Parcel 44, the closest to the
ocean, is more than 200-feet from the shoreline.
14. Surrounding Land Zoning/Uses: The subject parcels are part of Subdivision 05-
000165, created in 2005 and are entirely within the resort (V-.75) zoning district. This
property and the surrounding properties of the subdivision are developed with single-
family residences and related development, with the Onekahakaha Beach Park (within the
open zoning district) bordering the subdivision to the north. The park is fully developed
and heavily utilized by the public. Similarly resort zoned parcels to the east are
undeveloped and overgrown.
15. Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM): The subject property is within Flood Zone AE
which is defined as the area that will be inundated by a flood event having a 1-percent
chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year. Based on a review of the SLR-Xa
sea level rise viewer, the proposed project will not be within the 3.2-foot sea level rise
exposure area, nor the 3.2-foot passive flooding zone.
16. Flora/Fauna Resources: No biotic surveys were conducted for the subject parcel;
however, the applicant does not believe that the site contains any rare or endangered
floral and faunal resources. The parcel has been undeveloped and no rare or threatened
species have been noted. Site vegetation consists of common, non-native plants, shrubs,
and grasses. The site is not known to be a habitat for any rare or endangered wildlife
other than could be found near the shoreline. The residential/developed nature of the
surrounding area would make it less likely to find other protected and endangered species
within the project area, however, the nearby park may provide more suitable habitats for
shoreline flora and fauna.
17. Archaeological Resources: The applicant did not conduct any archaeological survey of
the parcel, however, due to previous development the existence of any surface or
subsurface archaeological remains is extremely unlikely. To the Applicant’s knowledge,
there are no traditional or customary practices occurring on or near the Project Site.
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Given that there is not expected to be any significant impact to archaeological, cultural or
historic resources in the area, no mitigation measures are recommended. Additionally,
during a previous SMA approval for land clearing, it was determined that it is unlikely
that any historic sites would be found in the project area.
18. Cultural/Historic Resources: All proposed improvements will be located a considerable
distance from the shoreline. Therefore, no impacts to traditional shoreline uses or the
shoreline park are anticipated by this action. It is not known whether the subject site or
immediately surrounding area was ever used for traditional and customary rights by
native Hawaiians. As the project area has been previously cleared for development and
other land use activities and much of the surrounding area has been used extensively for
residential use for many years, it would appear very unlikely that the site would serve
such a purpose today and/or in the recent past.
19. Recreational Resources: The subject parcel is located approximately 200 feet from the
shoreline, and abuts the accessible Onekahakaha Beach park which permits fishing,
gathering, and swimming. There is no public access through the subdivision and the
proposed project will not impact or affect access to the beach park.
20. Scenic and Open Space Resources: There are existing homes along the makai side of
Machida Lane so the presence of another single-family residence will not impact views in
the area. Open space resources include the park, and this project will not impact on those
uses.
21. Public Access: The requested action will not impact public access to the ocean or
recreational resources that are enjoyed in the park.
PUBLIC UTILITIES AND SERVICES
22. Access: Access to the property is from Machida Lane, which is accessed from
Onekahakaha Rd. The existing roadway is a slightly improved private road.
23. Water: The applicant states water is available to the site via existing systems; staff notes
the Department of Water Supply did not respond to comments on the proposed project.
24. Wastewater: The single-family dwelling will utilize a Department of Health approved
Individual Wastewater System (IWS).
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25. Other Essential Utilities and Services: All other utilities, including electrical,
telephone, and cable services are available to the site. The Applicant is responsible for
hauling all domestically generated trash to any available County Transfer Station.
AGENCIES' COMMENTS
26. Hawaii Police Department (HPD): (Planning Department Exhibit 2 – June 17, 2024,
Memo).
27. Hawaiʻi Department of Health (DOH): (Planning Department Exhibit 3 – June 17,
2024, Memo).
28. Department of Environmental Management (DEM): (Planning Department Exhibit
4 – July 5, 2024, Memo).
29. Department of Public Works – Engineering: (Planning Department Exhibit 5 – July
11, 2024, Memo).
AGENCIES - NO COMMENT
30. N/A
AGENCIES - NO RESPONSE
31. Fire; Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR); Dept. of Parks and
Recreation; Office of Planning.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
32. The Department has not received any comments or objections from the general
public or adjacent landowners on the subject application.
SPECIAL MANAGEMENT AREA USE PERMIT APPLICATION
COUNTY OF
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
(Type or legibly print the requested information)
APPLICANT: TIELI WANG
X APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE:
ADDRESS: 1252 KAMAILE ST, HONOLULU HI 96814 2903
DATE: 5-3-2024
LIST APPLICANT'S INTEREST IF NOT OWNER:
LIST PRINCIPAL(S) INCLUDING NAMES OF MAIN OFFICERS:
PHONE:(Bus.).
LANDOWNERS): Same as applicant
. (Res.)
LANDOWNER SIGNATURE(S):
(May be by letter)
LANDOWNERS) ADDRESS:
(Fax)
DATE:
REQUEST: Single Family Residence, three levels
TAX MAP
SIZE OF PROPERTY OR AFFECTED
AGENT:Val Colter
ADDRESS:RR2 Box 4742 Pahoa HI 96778
ZONING:
TELEPHONE: (Bus. 808-769-2949 (Res.)(Fax)
Please indicate to whom original correspondence and copies should be sent.
ORIGINAL:COPIES:
808-430-3577
Tieli Wang Val Colter
(3)-2-1-014-044, 045, 046 V-.75
one on each of 3 adjacent lots
24, 250 (all 3 lots together)
guijun515@gmail.com tianlong6696@gmail.com
WRITTEN NARRATIVE
April 11, 2024
Revised May 29, 2024 (changes in red)
Special Management Area Assessment
28, 32 & 35 Machida Lane
Onekahakaha Subdivision
Tax Map Key No.: (3) 2-1-014:044, 045, 046
Purpose of this Document
This report has been prepared in support of Major Special Management Area (“SMA”)
Assessment for the construction of a Single Family Residence and related development on each
of the three subject parcels within the SMA (“Project”).
Landowner
Owners: Tieli Wang & Tianlong Wang
Mail: 1252 Kamaile St, Honolulu Hi 96814 2903
Phone: 808-430-3577
Email: guijun515@gmail.com
Agent
Val Colter
Phone: 808-769-2949
Email: val.colter@yahoo.com
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
A. An EIS will be submitted if required by the director.
B. DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT
Statement of objectives and reasons for the request
The objectives of this amendment to the Project are as follows:
1) To ensure that the Project is completed in a manner that is consistent with the applicable
State and County plans, including the Special Management Area guidelines as described in
Chapter 205A, Hawai`i Revised Statutes (“HRS”);
2) To build a Single Family Residence, any of which can be used for short term rentals, long
term rentals or family use, including a septic system, driveway and parking on each of the
three subject parcels.
Project Description
The Project includes the following components:
Owner will generally be renting these spaces short term or long term.
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Parcel 44:
Proposed Single Family Residence consisting of three levels. Space in this house will likely be
reserved for the owner’s family’s use. This house will also be used for both short and long
term rentals.
First level to consist of parking only, second and third levels to consist of Living areas and
balconies. Residence to contain five (5) bedrooms and twelve (12) bathrooms. Total Parking
area of three thousand and four (3004) square feet. Total Living area of six thousand and eight
(6008) square feet. Balcony area of three hundred fifty two (352) square feet. Total area of nine
thousand three hundred sixty four (9364) square feet.
Parcel 45:
Proposed Single Family Residence consisting of three levels. This house will be used for short
or long term rentals.
First level to consist of parking only, second and third levels to consist of Living areas and
balconies. Residence to contain five (5) bedrooms and eight (8) bathrooms. Total Parking area
of two thousand two hundred and eighty (2280) square feet. Total Living area of four thousand
five hundred and sixty (4560) square feet. Balcony area of two hundred and forty (240) square
feet. Total area of seven thousand and eighty (7080) square feet.
Parcel 46:
Proposed Single Family Residence consisting of three levels. This house will be used for short
or long term rentals.
First level to consist of parking only, second and third levels to consist of Living areas and
balconies. Residence to contain five (5) bedrooms and eight (8) bathrooms. Total Parking area
of two thousand two hundred and eighty (2280) square feet. Total Living area of four thousand
five hundred and sixty (4560) square feet. Balcony area of two hundred and forty (240) square
feet. Total area of seven thousand and eighty (7080) square feet.
Construction of the three residences is similar. All will be built on concrete slab with
concrete support walls at first floor, the remainder of the construction will be standard wood
framing. Roof construction will be wood framing with metal roofing. Height at roof midpoints
will be approximately thrity five (35) feet, and will not exceed a maximum of forty (45) feet.
These parcels are not on the shoreline. The closest of the three (TMK 2-1-014:044) is
approximately two hundred and fifty (250) feet from the shoreline and separated from shoreline
by Lihikai Park, aka Onekahakaha Beach Park. The other two parcels are behind this parcel and
approximately three hundred and eighty (380) feet from the shoreline. The residences will
respect parcel setbacks of twenty (20) foot front and rear setbacks and twelve (12) foot side
setbacks as required for three stories. A septic system for each residence will be installed on its
lot. (See attached site plans & building plans.)
County water is available and will be utilized.
10 loads of select borrow gravel and base course gravel are anticipated. Excavating and
compacting activities are anticipated with the entire 24,250 square feet included in the three
parcels to be impacted by grading, excavating, fill and compacting activities for the total project
including septic systems and driveways. Up to 2000 cu yards of material may be brought in.
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The Project is set back from the coastline by a minimum of 250 feet to the nearest
development which will be the Residence and septic system on TMK 2-1-014:044 . This project
will not affect beach processes, artificially fix the shoreline or interfere with public access and
views to and along the shoreline.
Site specific Best Management Practices (“BMPs”) will be developed by the contractor in order
to mitigate any potential for project-related impacts to the nearshore marine environment. BMPs
will include the following provisions:
Excavation and grading activities will all be kept a minimum of 150 feet from the
shoreline.
The entire project will take place outside the shoreline setback area.
All heavy equipment, machinery and trucks will be stored on site.
Drip pans will be stored under vehicles when not in use. In the event of a spill of leak of
fuel, the flow of such fuel will be stopped and all sources of ignition will be removed.
The spill will be contained by placement of a barrier around the area and contaminated
earth will be placed in containers and properly disposed of off-site.
In case of ponding fuel, a hazardous materials vacuum truck will be used to collect the
fuel.
A construction, silt and debris barrier meeting with the approval of the Planning Director,
shall be erected prior to the commencement of construction activities and shall remain in
place until final inspection has been granted for all improvements. This barrier will
surround the construction area (shown on attached site plan).
C. DESCRIPTION OF SUBJECT PROPERTY
Property is located at
28, 32 & 35 Machida Lane
Onekahakaha Subdivision
Tax Map Key No.: (3) 2-1-014:044, 045, 046
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Property Characteristics
The Property is a 24, 250 square-foot area made up from three parcels. It is generally
flat, vegetation is grass and trees. (Arial view and survey map of the lot attached.)
Topography, Geology & Soils
The Project Site is generally flat, slightly sloping rock and dirt. No material will be
removed from the site. All excavated materials will be relocated on site.
Existing Improvements
There are no existing improvements.
D. VALUATION OF PROPOSED USE
(TMK 2-1-014:044) 6008 x 167.37= 1,005,000
3004+352=3356 x 66.48=223,000
= 1,228,000
(TMK 2-1-014:045)
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4560 x 167.37= 763,000
2280 + 240 = 2520 x 66.48 = 168,000
= 931,000
(TMK 2-1-014:046)
4560 x 167.37= 763,000
2280 + 240 = 2520 x 66.48 = 168,000
= 931,000
Total of the complete development is estimated at $3,090,000
The proposed Project would be expected to begin upon obtaining all necessary approvals, including the subject
SMA Assessment Application.
.E. RELATIONSHIP TO COUNTY GENERAL PLAN
Hawai`i County General Plan
The Hawai`i County General Plan is the long-range policy document for the comprehensive
development of the Island of Hawai`i. The General Plan provides direction for the balanced
growth of the County. The General Plan contains goals, policies and standards as well as the
LUPAG map.
The Project conforms with the following goals, policies and standards of the General Plan.
Environmental Quality:
Goals:
(b) Maintain and, if feasible, improve the environmental quality of the island.
Policies:
(a) Take positive action to further maintain the quality of the environment.
Discussion:
The Applicant is very sensitive to the environmental quality of the Property as well as the
surrounding area, including the nearshore water quality. In relation to the Project,
applicant intends to take no action which would negatively impact the ocean. The parcels
are not on the shoreline.
Flooding and Other Natural Hazards:
Goals:
(b) Prevent damage to man-made improvements.
Policies:
(d) Any development within the Federal Emergency Management Agency designated
flood plain must be in compliance with Chapter 27.
(q) Consider natural hazards in all land use planning and permitting.
Discussion:
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The Applicant is aware of the natural hazards that have the potential to affect the
Property. The parcel is in flood zone VE and the first level will be structurally designed
and engineered to withstand anticipated floor events.
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.
Discussion:
The subject parcel will be developed with restraint as to coastal impacts. The Applicant
supports a conservative approach to the conservation of natural resources.
Natural Resources and Shoreline:
Policies:
(a) Require users of natural resources to conduct their activities in a manner that avoids
or minimizes adverse effects on the environment.
(c) Maintain the shoreline for recreational, cultural, educational, and/or scientific uses in
a manner that is protective of resources and is of the maximum benefit to the general
public.
Discussion:
The Applicant supports a conservative approach to the conservation of natural resources.
Guidelines for Approval
(1) All development in the special management area shall be subject to reasonable terms and
conditions set by the authority in order to ensure:
(A) Adequate access, by dedication or other means, to publicly owned or used beaches,
recreation areas, and natural reserves is provided to the extent consistent with sound
conservation principles;
(B) Adequate and properly located public recreation areas and wildlife preserves are
reserved;
(C) Provisions are made for solid and liquid waste treatment, disposition, and
management which will minimize adverse effects upon special management area
resources; and
(D) Alterations to existing land forms and vegetation, except crops, and construction of
structures shall cause minimum adverse effect to water resources and scenic and
recreational amenities and minimum danger of floods, wind damage, storm surge,
landslides, erosion, siltation, or failure in the event of an earthquake.
Discussion:
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(A) There has historically been no shoreline access through this parcel. That will continue. The
adjacent property is Onekahakaha Beach Park which offers abundant shoreline access.
(B) Septic systems will be designed by a licensed civil engineer to protect the ocean from
wastewater associated with this development.
(2) No development shall be approved unless the authority has first found:
(A) That the development will not have any substantial adverse environmental or
ecological effect, except as such adverse effect is minimized to the extent practicable
and clearly outweighed by the public health, safety, or other compelling public
interests. Such adverse effects shall include, but not be limited to, the potential
cumulative impact of individual developments, each one of which taken in itself
might not have a substantial adverse effect, and the elimination of planning options;
(B) That the development is consistent with the objectives, policies, and special
management area guidelines enacted by the legislature; and
(C) That the development is consistent with the county general plan and zoning. Such a
finding of consistency does not preclude concurrent processing where a general plan
or zoning may also be required.
Discussion:
The Project is not expected to have any significant adverse impact to environmental resources. It
is consistent with the objectives, policies and SMA guidelines, as well as the General Plan and
County zoning.
The surrounding area has both low and high density residential development. Allowing
development of large single family dwellings in this area will not have a high impact either
individually or cumulatively. This is a mixed density area with resort zoning.
GENERAL PLAN
This project is in South Hilo District.
(1) General Plan states: Population growth in Hilo and in the older plantation based communities on the coast
north of the city declined or saw little growth. Between 1990 and 2000, the population for Hilo increased by 6.2
per cent.
(2) General Plan states as a goal under Environmental Quality:
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.
General Plan states : There were 1,165 visitor accommodation units available in 1998, a decline of 11.3 per cent
since 1984 and a 46 per cent decline since its peak in 1976. Hilo continues to attract its share of visitors to the
County with approximately 380,000 visitors (30 per cent) in 1997.
Discussion: This development proposal is within Resort zoning and the owners may be using the
properties for either short term or long term rentals, an appropriate usage within this zoning. This
neighborhood has small lots several of which have already been developed.
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(3) General Plan states : The coastline of the island is susceptible to high seas and tsunami inundation.
Tsunamis may be of local or distant origination..
Discussion: This parcel is in Flood zone AE as reported by Public Works Engineering Division and
flood engineering and construction will be used.
(5) As relates to Natural Resources General Plan states:
(a) Require users of natural resources to conduct their activities in a manner that avoids or minimizes adverse
effects on the environment.
(b)Protect the shoreline from the encroachment of man-made improvements and
structures.
(c) An identification and inventory of forest lands suitable for watershed purposes
should be conducted jointly by County, appropriate State and Federal agencies,
and private landowners.
(d)Encourage the use of native plants for screening and landscaping.
Discussion: The septic system for wastewater and the construction debris barrier and best practices
will be used to minimize negative impacts on the environment.
F. RELATIONSHIP TO SMA OBJECTIVES, POLICIES & GUIDELINES
as provided by Chapter 205A, HRS, and SMA Guidelines
SMA Objectives & Policies
Recreational Resources
Objective:
Provide coastal recreational opportunities accessible to the public.
Policies:
(A) Improve coordination and funding of coastal recreational planning and
management; and
(B) Provide adequate, accessible and diverse recreational opportunities in the coastal
zone management area by:
(i) protecting coastal resources uniquely suited for recreational opportunities that
cannot be provided in other areas;
(ii) requiring replacement of coastal resources having significant recreational
value, including, but not limited to, surfing sites, fishponds and sand beaches,
when such resources would be unavoidably damaged by development; or
requiring reasonable monetary compensation to the State for recreation when
replacement is not feasible or desirable;
(iii) providing and managing adequate public access, consistent with conservation
of natural resources, to and along shorelines with recreational value;
(iv) providing an adequate supply of shoreline parks and other recreational
facilities suitable for public recreation;
(v) ensuring public recreational uses of county, state and federally owned or
controlled shoreline lands and waters having recreational value consistent
with public safety standards and conservation of natural resources;
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(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;
(vii) developing new shoreline recreational opportunities, where appropriate, such
as artificial lagoons, artificial beaches, and artificial reefs for surfing and
fishing; and encouraging reasonable dedication of shoreline areas with
recreational value for public use as part of discretionary approvals or permits
by the land use commission, board of land natural resources, and county
authorities; and crediting such dedication against the requirements of section
46-6.
Discussion:
The Property is adjacent to a Beach park which offers recreational facilities and
opportunities. The proposed development should not affect the coastal waters or the use
of the park.
Historic Resources
Objective:
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;
(B) Maximize information retention through preservation of remains and artifacts or
salvage operations; and
(C) Support state goals for protection, restoration, interpretation, and display of historic
resources.
Discussion:
It is highly unlikely that there are any archaeological resources on the Property. It has
been previously disturbed during park and road development.
Scenic & Open Space Resources
Objective:
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 development 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;
(C) Preserve, maintain, and, where desirable, improve and restore shoreline open space
and scenic resources; and
(D) Encourage those developments that are not coastal dependent to locate in inland
areas.
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Discussion:
The proposed Project will not interfere with any views of the coastline from a public
highway, and will have a minimal impact on views from neighboring properties.
Coastal Ecosystems
Objective:
Protect valuable coastal ecosystems, including reefs, from disruption and minimize
adverse impacts on all coastal ecosystems.
Policies:
(A) Exercise an overall conservation ethic, and practice stewardship in the protection,
use, and development of marine and coastal resources;
(B) Improve the technical basis for natural resource management;
(C) Preserve valuable coastal ecosystems, including reefs, of significant biological or
economic importance;
(D) Minimize disruption or degradation of coastal water ecosystems by effective
regulation of stream diversion, 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.
Discussion:
The Applicant will be using approved septic systems to serve the Residence and Ohana.
All surface runoff will be contained onsite. Site specific Best Management Practices will
be utilized as discussed in detail above. The project area falls entirely outside the 40 foot
shoreline setback. As such, the Project is not expected to negatively impact coastal
ecosystems.
Economic Uses
Objective:
Provide public or private facilities and improvements important to the State’s economy in
suitable locations.
Policies:
(A) Concentrate coastal dependent development in appropriate areas;
(B) Ensure that coastal development such as harbors and ports, and coastal related
development such as visitor industry facilities and energy generating facilities, are
located, designed, and constructed to minimize adverse social, visual, and
environmental impacts in the coastal zone management area; and
(C) Direct the location and expansion of coastal dependent developments to areas
presently designated and used for such developments and permit reasonable long-
term growth at such areas, and permit coastal dependent development outside of
presently designated areas when:
(i) use of presently designated locations is not feasible;
(ii) adverse environmental effects are minimized; and
(iii) the development is important to the State’s economy.
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Discussion:
The Property is located within Resort zoning adjacent to the Onekahakaha Beach park
parking lot. Hilo Beach House Inn is adjacent to the property. Continued development of
long and short term rentals in this area is entirely appropriate.
Coastal Hazards
Objective:
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 and nonpoint source pollution hazards
(C) Ensure that development comply with requirements of the Federal Flood Insurance
Program; and
(D) Prevent coastal flooding from inland projects.
Discussion:
The Property is subject to tsunami inundation, as are all areas along the coast. In any
event residents will evacuate if so directed by sirens or county or state personnel.
Actions by the applicant will be unlikely to increase erosion or pollution.
Managing Development
Objective:
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;
(B) Facilitate timely processing of applications for development permits and resolve
overlapping or conflicting permit requirements; and
(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.
Discussion:
The SMA Assessment process will allow the Planning Director to assess the Project in
detail.
Public Participation
Policies:
(A) Promote public involvement in coastal zone management processes;
(B) Disseminate information on coastal management issues by means of educational
materials, published reports, staff contact, and public workshops for persons and
organizations concerned with coastal issues, developments, and government
activities; and
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(C) Organize workshops, policy dialogues, and site-specific mediations to respond to
coastal issues and conflicts.
Discussion:
The SMA Assessment process will allow the Planning Director to assess the Project in
detail.
Beach Protection
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;
(B) Prohibit construction of private erosion-protection structures seaward of the
shoreline, except when they result in improved aesthetic and engineering solutions
to erosion at the sites and do not interfere with existing recreational and waterline
activities; and
(C) Minimize the construction of public erosion-protection structures seaward of the
shoreline.
Discussion:
The Project will not interfere with natural beach processes or erosion.
Marine Resources
Policies:
(A) Ensure that the use and development of marine and coastal resources are
ecologically and environmentally sound and economically beneficial;
(B) Coordinate the management of marine and coastal resources and activities to
improve effectiveness and efficiency;
(C) Assert and articulate the interests of the state as a partner with federal agencies in
the sound management of ocean resources within the United States exclusive
economic zone;
(D) Promote research, study, and understanding of ocean processes, marine life, and
other ocean resources in order to acquire and inventory information necessary to
understand how ocean development activities relate to and impact upon ocean and
coastal resources; and
(E) Encourage research and development of new, innovative technologies for exploring,
using, or protecting marine and coastal resources.
Discussion:
The Project is not expected to impact marine resources.
Guidelines for Approval
(1) All development in the special management area shall be subject to reasonable terms and
conditions set by the authority in order to ensure:
(A) Adequate access, by dedication or other means, to publicly owned or used beaches,
recreation areas, and natural reserves is provided to the extent consistent with sound
conservation principles;
(B) Adequate and properly located public recreation areas and wildlife preserves are
reserved;
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(C) Provisions are made for solid and liquid waste treatment, disposition, and
management which will minimize adverse effects upon special management area
resources; and
(D) Alterations to existing land forms and vegetation, except crops, and construction of
structures shall cause minimum adverse effect to water resources and scenic and
recreational amenities and minimum danger of floods, wind damage, storm surge,
landslides, erosion, siltation, or failure in the event of an earthquake.
Discussion:
The Project will not affect shoreline public access, and will not have adverse effects on the
shoreline.
(2) No development shall be approved unless the authority has first found:
(A) That the development will not have any substantial adverse environmental or
ecological effect, except as such adverse effect is minimized to the extent practicable
and clearly outweighed by the public health, safety, or other compelling public
interests. Such adverse effects shall include, but not be limited to, the potential
cumulative impact of individual developments, each one of which taken in itself
might not have a substantial adverse effect, and the elimination of planning options;
(B) That the development is consistent with the objectives, policies, and special
management area guidelines enacted by the legislature; and
(C) That the development is consistent with the county general plan and zoning. Such a
finding of consistency does not preclude concurrent processing where a general plan
or zoning may also be required.
Discussion:
The Project is not expected to have any significant adverse impact to environmental resources. It
is consistent with the objectives, policies and SMA guidelines, as well as the General Plan and
County zoning.
(3) The authority shall seek to minimize, where reasonable:
(A) Dredging, filling or otherwise altering any bay, estuary, salt marsh, river mouth,
slough or lagoon;
(B) Any development which would reduce the size of any beach or other area usable for
public recreation;
(C) Any development which would reduce or impose restrictions upon public access to
tidal and submerged lands, beaches, portions of rivers and streams within the special
management areas and the mean high tide line where there is no beach;
(D) Any development which would substantially interfere or detract from the line of sight
toward the sea from the state highway nearest the coast; and
(E) Any development which would adversely affect water quality, existing areas of open
water free of visible structures, existing and potential fisheries and fishing grounds,
wildlife habitats, or potential or existing agricultural uses of land.
Discussion:
The Project will not reduce the size of any beach or other area usable for public recreation. It
will not impose any restriction on public access to tidal or submerged lands or detract from the
line of sight toward the sea of any highway, nor is it expected to adversely affect water quality,
fisheries, fishing grounds, wildlife habitats or agricultural uses of land.
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G. Zoning
The Property is within the Resort Zoning area. Surrounding zoning is also Resort. Properties
surrounding the Subject Property are developed with single family dwellings, Hilo Beach House
Inn and open land.
Project is situated entirely within the Special Management Area (“SMA”). The Project Site is
presently zoned Resort (“V-.75”) by the County of Hawai`i. This zoning designation is entirely
appropriate within current policies for the proposed Project.
H. Flood Insurance rate Map (FIRM) Designation is AE
Section 27-24. Standards for general floodplain.
The general floodplain, identified as Zone A on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps, are areas of special flood
hazards for which detailed engineering studies are not performed by the Federal Emergency Management
Agency to determine the base flood elevations and to identify the floodways.
(a) To determine base flood elevations and the locations of floodways within the general floodplain, the
director of public works may obtain, review, and reasonably utilize any base flood elevation and floodway
data available from a Federal, State, or other source, including information requested of a permit
applicant.
(b) Development or subdivision proposals shall conform with the requirements of section 27-20.
(c) The following information shall be provided by a permit applicant to the director of public works to
evaluate the proposed construction or improvement site within a general floodplain area:
(1) Project location and site plan showing dimensions.
(2) Relationship to floodway and floodway fringes as determined by flood elevation study.
(3) Contour map showing the topography of existing ground based on elevation reference marks on flood
maps. The scale and contours are to be appropriate to the work in question.
(4) Existing and proposed base flood elevations.
(5) Existing and proposed floodproofing and flood control measures.
The director of public works may waive informational requirements if the director of public works has
sufficient information to make an evaluation and determination regarding flood elevation or may request
further information, including a detailed flood elevation study and a drainage report, to evaluate flood
risks and determine the applicability of flood construction and development standards.
(d) New construction, improvements to repetitive loss structures, and substantial improvements within
the general floodplain shall satisfy the requirements set forth for Zones AE, AH, AO, or VE as is
determined to be applicable by the director of public works based on base flood information and floodway
data obtained through subsections 27-24(a) and 27-24(b).
(e) All new construction, improvements to repetitive loss structures, development, and substantial
improvement within the general floodplain shall be certified as required by section 27-17.
I. Archaeological Resources
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Due to previous development the existence of any surface or subsurface archaeological remains
is extremely unlikely.
To the Applicant’s knowledge, there are no traditional or customary practices occurring on or
near the Project Site.
Given that there is not expected to be any significant impact to archaeological, cultural or
historic resources in the area, no mitigation measures are recommended.
The following letter was sent to State DLNR asking for a finding of “no effect”.
J. Flora
Property is currently covered by grass, with some trees and shrubs.
Fauna
Occasional or consistent use by seabirds, small rodents and lizards is likely, but impacts on area
fauna will be minimal.
K. Cultural Resources
No traditional or customary native Hawaiian rights are exercised in the area except fishing.
There has historically been no shoreline access through this parcel. That will continue. The
adjacent beach park offers shoreline access.
L. Public Access to the Shoreline
There has historically been no shoreline access through this parcel. That will continue.
M. Access to the area
The Property is accessed by Kalanianaole and Onekahakaha Roads, paved public roads in
reasonable condition.
N. Traffic Impacts
There is not expected to be any significant impact to the existing traffic situation on area roads as
the proposed Residences will not add much to the density of the area.
As such, no mitigation measures are currently proposed.
O. Availability of Utilities
Water System
No water system anticipated. County water is available and will be utilized.
Wastewater System
The Residence will have an engineered septic system appropriate to its coastal proximity.
Utilities
Helco electrical grid is available for hook-up and will be utilized. Electricity will be brought on
to the property with either overhead lines on privately owned poles or underground.
Emergency Services
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The Project Site is currently served by all emergency services.
1) FIRE / EMERGENCY It is located within the service area of the four 24-hour full time
substations within the city of Hilo. Closest is Central Fire Station, a full-time fire/EMS
operation.
2) HOSPITAL Hilo Community Hospital, 1190 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI 96720
3) POLICE Headquarters for Hilo and the County is located in the Hilo Public
Safety Building on Kapiolani Street.
Solid Waste
The Applicant is responsible for hauling all domestically generated trash to any available County
Transfer Station. The Applicant acknowledges that construction waste is not to be disposed of at
any County Transfer Station.
P. Information as to any areas of critical concern will be addressed as required by the director.
ANTICIPATED IMPACTS OF THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT ON THE SMA
A. DESCRIPTION OF ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING
The property is on a dead end road adjacent to Onekahakaha Beach Park. The general area is
impacted by the traffic in and out of the adjacent beach park. But Machida Lane is not a beach
access.
B. RELATIONSHIP TO LAND USE PLANS, POLICIES, AND CONTROL OF AFFECTED AREA
Land Use Plans & Policies
The area is generally used for residential and recreational purposes and the proposed
development is consistent with those uses.
Natural Hazards
Tsunami
Existing Conditions
The Project Site is not in a Fema recognized floor zone. The occurrence of a tsunami is
unpredictable. Once generated, a tsunami’s height can be monitored as it approaches
land masses. The tsunami height at landfall will vary depending on the shoreline terrain
and the nearshore water’s depth.
Potential Impacts
As a result of the unpredictability of a tsunami, the actual impacts cannot be estimated
beyond the fact that large tsunami waves can cause considerable damage. The ability of a
structure to survive the destructive force of a tsunami is dependent upon a number of
factors, including the following: the size of the wave, the number of waves, the type of
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structure impacted, the structure’s distance from the water’s edge, the topography of the
impacted area, and the amount of debris suspended in the waves impacting the structure.
Proposed Mitigation
The Applicant is well aware of the potential tsunami hazard. Evacuation routes
for the area have been developed by the Hawai`i County Civil Defense Agency (“Civil
Defense”) and the Applicant is aware of them. A tsunami warning siren system is
presently in place as a means of informing area residents and businesses of an impending
threat. The warning system is linked to the Statewide Civil Defense System and is
activated directly by Civil Defense.
Volcanic & Earthquake Hazards
Existing Conditions
The United States Geologic Survey (“USGS”) classifies the area as Lava Flow Hazard
Zone 3, on a scale of ascending risk, 9 being the lowest risk and 1 being the highest.
Zone 3-Areas less hazardous than zone 2 because of greater distance from recently active
vents and (or) because of topography. One to five percent of zone 3 has been covered
since 1800, and 15 to 75 percent has been covered within the past 750 years.
Potential Impacts
The potential impacts of lava flow inundation include structures and improvements
covered by lava or destroyed by fire, disruption of built infrastructure, alteration of the
terrain and loss of life. This property is not in a high risk area. In Hawai`i, the loss of life
due directly to lava flow inundation is extremely rare due to the fact that there is usually
adequate warning of an impending threat to allow the evacuation of the area.
The entire Island of Hawai`i is within Earthquake Zone 3.
The Uniform Building Code designates the entire Island of Hawai`i in Zone 3 and
contains certain structural requirements to address the relative seismic hazards.
However, during a major earthquake of 7+ on the Richter scale, significant property
damage may occur.
Proposed Mitigation
As in the case of tsunamis, due to the uncertainty of volcanic events, the most practical
mitigative measure is the provision of an early warning system that will warn area
residents and businesses of an impending threat.
Regarding a seismic event, adherence to the structural requirements of the Uniform
Building Code is the best possible mitigation to prevent property damage or loss of life.
The Proposed Carport will be built to withstand seismic events per 2006 IBC.
C. PROBABLE IMPACT ON THE ENVIRONMENT
The residences will be visible from the adjacent park but are upslope and will not affect ocean
views from the park. There are a few upslope properties whose view plane may be affected.
D. ANY PROBABLE ADVERSE, UNAVOIDABLE ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
The Applicant has not identified any adverse, unavoidable environmental effects.
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E. ALTERNATIVES TO THE PROPOSED ACTION
“No-Action” Alternative
Under this alternative, Applicant would not do the Project.
Location of the Project Elsewhere on the Property
As the entire Property is situated within the SMA there is no way to situate the Project
outside of the SMA.
Evaluation of Alternatives
The present alternative is the only reasonable option for the Applicants to accomplish
their objective.
F. MITIGATING MEASURES TO MINMIZE IMPACT
Large shoreline setbacks, new septic systems and best management practices during construction
will protect the coastline and ocean.
G. ANY IRREVERSIBLE & IRRETRIEVABLE COMMITMENT OF RESOURCES
Resources
The proposed Project does not include any irreversible and irretrievable commitment of
resources. As previously noted, the Project Site is not a habitat for any federally or State listed,
candidate or proposed threatened or endangered species, nor is there any likelihood of surface or
subsurface archaeological resources.
Visual Characteristics
The Applicant does not anticipate any impacts to visual resources from the Project. Ocean views
from roadways will not be affected by the proposed buildings.
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Applicant requests that Certified Shoreline Survey be waived as the project area is over 200 feet from
the shoreline at the closest point.
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Please address all communication regarding this application to both:
Tieli Wang & Tianlong Wang
1252 Kamaile St.
Honolulu Hi 96814 2903
guijun515@gmail.com
Valerie Colter
808-769-2949
13-6460 Kalapana Kapoho Rd.
Pahoa HI 96778
val.colter@yahoo.com
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Attachments:
Proposed Building floor plans & elevations
Site plan
Arial view
Survey maps
ASCE Hazards ReportAddress:28 Machida LnHilo, Hawaii96720 Standard:ASCE/SEI 7-16 Latitude:19.736954Risk Category:II Longitude:-155.037696Soil Class:undefined Elevation:1.01697954697904 ft (National Geodetic Vertical Datum of 1929 (NGVD 29))WindResults: Wind Speed 123 Vmph10-year MRI 53 Vmph25-year MRI 59 Vmph50-year MRI 67 Vmph100-year MRI 86 Vmph
Special Special Wind Region -- Mountainous terrain, gorges, and special wind regions
shown in Fig. 26.5-1 shall be examined for unusual wind conditions. The
Authority Having Jurisdiction shall, if necessary, adjust the values given in Fig.
26.5-1 to account for higher local wind speeds. Such adjustment shall be based
on meteorological information and an estimate of the basic wind speed obtained
in accordance with the provisions in Section 26.5.3.
Data Source: ASCE/SEI 7-16, Fig. 26.5-2B and Figs. CC.2-1–CC.2-4, and Section 26.5.2
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activities and shall remain
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fin a I inspection by the
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(or Planning Dept.)
PLOT PLAN
SCALE: 1" = 1 O'
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THIS PROJECT IS IN COMPLIANCE 1'111H HRS [196-6.5] "SOLAR WATER HEATER SYSTEM REQUIRED FOR
NEW SINGLE FAMILY CONSTRUCTION."
SOLAR COLLECTOR PANEL(S) AT ROOF, TANK AT 1ST FLOOR
SEE OVERVIEW MAP
SHOWING ALL THREE LOTS FOR
CONSTRUCTION BARRIER PLACEMENT
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CONSTRUCTION BARRIER PLACEMENT
Mitchell D. Roth Mayor
June 17, 2024
TO
FROM
SUBJECT:
County of Hawai' i
POLICE DEPARTMENT
349 Kapi•ofani S1reet • Ililo. llawai"i 96720-3998 (808)935-3311 • Fax (808) 961-2389
Benjamin T. Moszkowicz Police Chief
Reed K. Mahuna Dep111y Police Cluef
COH PLANNING DEPTJUN 18 2024 PM3:14
REC'D HAND DELIVERED
SPECIAL MANAGEMENT AREA USE PERMIT APPLICATION
(PL-SMA-2024-000058)
APPLICANT: TIEU WANG
REQUEST: TO CONSTRUCT ONE (1) SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
STRUCTURE AND RELATED IMPROVEMENTS ON EACH PARCEL TAX MAP KEY: (3) 2-1-014:044, 045, AND 046
SOUTH HILO, HAWAII
Staff, upon reviewing the provided documents, does not anticipate any significant
impact to traffic and/or public safety concerns.
Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to comment.
If you have any questions, please contact our South Hilo District Commander, Captain
Brian Prudencio, at (808) 961-2316 or via email at Brian.Prudencio@hawaiicounty.gov.
BP:ws/24HQ0648
--J-lawai'i County is an F.qual Opportunity Provider and Employer ..
DeVera, Ashley
From: Honda, Eric T. <Eric.Honda@doh.hawaii.gov>
Sent: Monday, June 17, 2024 2:50 PM
To:Planning Internet Mail
Subject: PL-SMA-2024-000058
Attachments: PL-SMA-2024-000058 TMK2-1-014--044.pdf
Eric Honda
District Environmental Health Program Chief
Hawaii State Department of Health I Ka Oihana Olakino
1582 Kamehameha Ave., Hilo HI 96720
Office: (808) 933-0917
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This mail message (and attachments) is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s). It may contain
confidential and/or privileged information. It might also be protected from disclosure under the Hawai'i Uniform Information Practice Act
UIPA)or other laws and regulations. Review, use, disclosure, or distribution by unintended recipients is prohibited. If you are not the
intended recipient, please contact the sender immediately in a separate e-mail and destroy the original message and any copies.
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JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR OF HAWAII KE KIA'AINA OKA MOKU'AINA O HAWAl'I
MEMORANDUM
DATE:
TO:
June 17, 2024
Mr. Zendo Kem
STATE OF HAWAII
DEPARTMENT OF HEAL TH
P.O. BOX 916 HILO, HAWAII 96721-0916
Planning Director, County of Hawaii
FROM: Eric Honda
District Environmental Health Program Chief
KENNETH S. FINK, M.D, MGA, MPH DIRECTOR OF HEAL TH KA LUNA HO'OKELE
SUBJECT: Special Management Area Use Permit Application (PL-SMA-2024-000058) Applicant: Tieli Wang
Request: To Construct One (1) Single-Family Residential Structure and
Related Improvements on Each Parcel Tax Map Key: (3) 2-1-014:044, 045, and 046, South Hilo, Hawai'i
In most cases, the District Health Office will no longer provide individual comments to agencies or project owners to expedite the land use review and process.
Agencies, project owners, and their agents should apply Department of Health "Standard Comments" regarding land use to their standard project comments in their submittal.
Standard comments can be found on the Land Use Planning Review section of the
Department of Health website: https://health.hawaii.gov/epo/landuse/. Contact information for each Branch/Office is available on that website.
Note: Agencies and project owners are responsible for adhering to all applicable
standard comments and obtaining proper and necessary permits before the
commencement of any work.
General summary comments have been included for your convenience. However, these comments are not all-inclusive and do not substitute for review of and compliance with all applicable standard comments for the various DOH individual programs.
Clean Air Branch
1.All project activities shall comply with the Hawaii Administrative Rules (HAR),
Chapters 11-59 and 11-60.1.
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2. Control of Fugitive Dust: You must reasonably control the generation of all
airborne, visible fugitive dust and comply with the fugitive dust provisions of
HAR §11-60.1-33. Note that activities that occur near existing residences,
businesses,public areas, and major thoroughfares exacerbate potential dust
concerns. It is recommended that a dust control management plan be developed
which identifies and mitigates all activities that may generate airborne and visible
fugitive dust and that buffer zones be established wherever possible.
3. Standard comments for the Clean Air Branch
are at: https://health.hawaii.gov/epo/landuse/
Clean Water Branch
1. All project activities shall comply with the HAR, Chapters 11-53, 11-54, and 11-55.
1. The following Clean Water Branch website contains
information for agencies and/or project owners who are
seeking comments regarding environmental compliance for
their projects with HAR, Chapters 11-53, 11-54, and 11-55:
https://health.hawaii.gov/cwb/clean-water-branch-home-
page/cwb- standard-comments/.
Hazard Evaluation & Emergency Response Office
1. A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment(ESA) and Phase II Site Investigation
should be conducted for projects wherever current or former activities on site may
have resulted in releases of hazardous substances, including oil or chemicals.
Areas of concern include current and former industrial areas, harbors, airports,
and formerly and currently zoned agricultural lands used for growing sugar,
pineapple or other agricultural products.
2. Standard comments for the Hazard Evaluation& Emergency Response Office
are at: https://health.hawaii.gov/epo/landuse/.
Indoor and Radiological Health Branch
1. Project activities shall comply with HAR Chapters 11-39, 11-45, 11-46, 11-501, 11-
502,
11-503, and 11-504.
2. Noise may be generated during demolition and/or construction. The
applicable maximum permissible sound levels, as stated in Title 11, HAR,
Chapter 11-46, "Community Noise Control,"shall not be exceeded unless a
noise permit is obtained from the Department of Health.
3. Construction/Demolition Involving Asbestos: If the proposed project includes
renovation/demolition activities that may involve asbestos,the applicant should
contact the Asbestos and Lead Section of the Branch at
https://health.hawaii.gov/irhb/asbestos/.
Safe Drinking Water Branch
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1. Agencies and/or project owners are responsible for ensuring environmental
compliance for their projects in the areas of 1)Public Water Systems; 2)
Underground Injection Control; and 3) Groundwater and Source Water Protection
in accordance with HAR Chapters 11-19, 11-20, 11-21, 11-23, 11-23A, and 11-
25. They may be responsible for fulfilling additional requirements related to the
Safe Drinking Water program: https://health.hawaii.gov/sdwb/.
2. Standard comments for the Safe Drinking Water Branch can be
found at: https://health.hawaii.gov/epo/landuse/.
Solid & Hazardous Waste Branch
1. Hazardous Waste Program - The state regulations for hazardous waste and used
oil are in HAR Chapters 11-260.1 to 11-279.1. These rules apply to the
identification, handling, transportation, storage, and disposal of regulated
hazardous waste and used oil.
2. Solid Waste Programs - The laws and regulations are contained in HRS Chapters
339D, 342G, 342H, and 342I, and HAR Chapters 11-58.1 and 11-282.
Generators and handlers of solid waste shall ensure proper recycling or disposal
at DOH-permitted solid waste management facilities. If possible,waste
prevention, reuse, and recycling are preferred options over disposal. The Office
of Solid Waste Management also oversees the electronic device recycling and
recovery law, the glass advanced disposal fee program, and the deposit beverage
container program.
3. Underground Storage Tank Program—The state regulations for underground
storage tanks are in HAR Chapter 11-280.1. These rules apply to the design,
operation, closure, and release response requirements for underground storage
tank systems, including unknown underground tanks identified during
construction.
4. Standard comments for the Solid& Hazardous Waste Branch can be
found at: https://health.hawaii.gov/epo/landuse/.
Wastewater Branch
For comments,please email the Wastewater Branch at doh.wwb@doh.hawaii.gov.
Sanitation/Local DOH Comments:
1. According to HAR §11-26-35,No person, firm, or corporation shall demolish or
clear any structure without first ascertaining the presence or absence of rodents
that may endanger public health by dispersal from such premises. Should any
such inspection reveal the presence of rodents, the rodents shall be eradicated
before demolishing or clearing the structure. A demolition permit is required prior
to demolition.
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Other
1. CDC - Healthy Places - Healthy Community Design Checklist Toolkit
recommends that state and county planning departments, developers,planners,
engineers, and other interested parties apply these principles when planning or
reviewing new developments or redevelopment projects.
2. If new information is found or changes are made to your submittal, DOH reserves
the right to implement appropriate environmental health restrictions as required.
Should there be any questions on this matter,please contact the Department of
Health, Hawaii District Health Office, at(808) 933-0917.
Mitchell D. Roth Mayor
Deanna S. Sako Managing Director
Ramzi I. Mansour •Director
Brenda lokepa-Moses Deputy Director County of Hawai' i
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
345 Kekuanao'a Street, Suite 41 • Hilo, Hawai'i 96720 • cohdem@hawaiicounty.gov
Ph: (808) 961-8083 • Fax: (808) 961-8086
MEMORANDUM
TO: Zendo Kem, Director Planning Department
FROM: Ramzi I. Mansour, Direct� (SJ, �{(l� Department of Environmental Management
DATE: July 5, 2024
SUBJECT: Special Management Area Use Permit Application (PL-SMA-2024-000058) Applicant: Tieli Wang Request: To Construct One (1) Single-Family Residential Structure and Related Improvements on Each Parcel Tax Map Key: (3) 2-1-014:044, 045, and 046, South Hilo, Hawai'i
The Solid Waste Division has reviewed the subject application and provides the following comments (Contact the Solid Waste Division for details). •Commercial operations, State and Federal agencies, religious entities and non-profitorganizations may not use transfer stations for disposal.•Aggregates and any other construction/demolition waste should be responsibly reused toits fullest extent.•Green waste may be transported to the green waste sites located at the West Hawai 'iOrganics Facility and East Hawai'i Organics Facility, or other suitable diversionprograms.•Construction and demolition waste is prohibited at all County Transfer Stations.
The Wastewater Division has reviewed the subject application and provides the following comment:
•Require extension of the sewer system to service the proposed subdivision in accordancewith Section 23-85 of the Hawai'i County Code.
County of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
COUNTY OF HAWAII HILO, HAWAII
TO: Zenda Kern, Planning Director
DATE: July 11, 2024
FROM: Department of Public Works, Engineering Division�
SUBJECT: Special Management Area Use Permit Application (PL-SMA-2024-000058)
Applicant: Tieli Wang Request: To Construct One (1) Single-Family Residential Structure and
Related Improvements on Each Parcel
TMK: 2-1-014:044, 045, and 046
We have reviewed the subject request and provide the following comments:
1.The subject parcels are in an area designated as Flood Zone VE on the Flood InsuranceRate Map (FIRM) by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Flood Zone VE
is the Special Flood Hazard Area inundated by the 100-year coastal flood (1 % chance of
occurring in any given year) with velocity hazard (wave action). All construction within FloodZone VE shall comply with the requirements of Hawaii County Code (HCC), Chapter 27,
Floodplain Management.
2.All earthwork and grading shall conform to Chapter 10, Erosion and Sediment Control, of the
HCC as well as Chapter 27. Any amount of material proposed to be imported/exported or
relocated on-site will require a no rise certification stamped by a Hawaii licensed civilengineer since all 3 properties are within the VE floodzone.
Questions may be referred to Robyn Matsumoto at 961-8924.
County of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer