HAR §19-170-125. Determination by the corporation

In reaching its determination on an application for a development permit, the corporation shall consider the following: 170-75 3067 §19-170-125 (1) Conformance of the proposed development with the Aloha Tower project area plan and in particular, the proposed use, density, height, arrangement and design of structures; (2) Whether the maritime facilities meet the requirements and specifications established by the corporation; (3) Whether the setbacks, yards, pedestrian ways, and related open spaces are so located and of sufficient dimensions to provide for adequate light, air and audio/visual separation; (4) Whether the vehicular circulation system, including access and off-street parking and loading, is so designed as to provide an efficient, safe, and convenient transportation system; (5) Whether the pedestrian circulation system: (A) Is so located, designed and of sufficient size as to conveniently handle pedestrian traffic efficiently and without congestion; (B) Is separated, if necessary, from vehicular roadways so as to be safe, pleasing and efficient for movement of pedestrians; and (C) Provides efficient, convenient and adequate linkages between the water's edge and public activity, on-site residential areas, commercial and employment areas, and adjacent downtown developments at all hours of the day and night; (6) The adequacy of landscaping and screening of parking, loading and service areas as well as lighting and signs in relation to adjacent uses and public byways; (7) The staging program and schedule of development; (8) Relationship of new structures to the historically significant structures 170-76 3067 §19-170-126 remaining within the project area; (9) Surface treatments and overall quality of materials; (10) Design continuity and overall appearance of the development from the street, the water and adjacent developments; (11) Whether structures have an appropriate orientation to take advantage of winds, reduce direct sun exposure, and minimize shadow effect on adjacent buildings; (12) Preservation of internal and adjacent view corridors; (13) Whether the facades of buildings are properly articulated, colored, and, where appropriate, landscaped; (14) Any other matter relating to the development or its impact on affected properties or public facilities. [Eff MAY 5 2013] (Auth: HRS §§206J-5, 206J-7) (Imp: HRS §206J-5)