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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAug 7, 2014 KHPRC Meeting Agenda Packetpdf i MEETING OF THE KAUA'I COUNTY HISTORIC PRESERVATION REVIEW COMMISSION THURSDAY, AUGUST 7, 2014 3 : 00 p.m. Lihu'e Civic Center, Moikeha Building Meeting Room 2A/2B 4444 Rice Street, Lihu'e, Kauai AGENDA Fri w CALL TO ORDER APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA APPROVAL OF THE JULY 17, 2014 MEETING MINUTES A. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND GENERAL BUSINESS MATTERS B . COMMUNICATIONS C : UNFINISHED BUSINESS (None) D. NEW BUSINESS 1 . National Historic Preservation Act, Section 106 Consultation Resurface Collector Roads at Various Locations Hauaala, Mailihuna acid Portion of Olohena Roads District of Kawaihau, Island of Kauai, Ahupuaa of Kapa` a Federal-Aid Project No : STP-0700(068) Tax Map Keys (TMKs) : 44-6-00, 44-6- 14, 44-3 -03 August 7, 2014 K.H.P.R.C. Agenda Page 2 E. COMMISSION EDUCATION 1 . Review of Article 14 of Chapter 8 of the Kauai County Code 1987, as amended, (Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance) regarding the Kauai Historic Preservation Review Commission and its Interaction in the Historic Preservation Review Process Pursuant to Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapter 6E. F. SELECTION OF NEXT MEETING DATE AND AGENDA TOPICS (9/4/2014) G. ADJOURNMENT EXECUTIVE SESSION: The Commission may go into an executive session on an agenda item for one of the permitted purposes listed in Section 92-5(a) Hawaii Revised Statutes ("H.R.S."), without noticing the executive session on the agenda where the executive session was not anticipated in advance. HRS Section 92-7(a). The executive session may only be held, however, upon an affirmative vote of two-thirds of the members present, which must also be the majority of the members to which the board is entitled. HRS Section 92-4. The reason for holding the executive session shall be publicly announced. Note: Special accommodations and sign language interpreters are available upon request five (5) days prior to the meeting date, to the County Planning Department, 4444 Rice Street, Suite 473, Lihue, Hawaii 96766, Telephone: 2414050. KAUAI COUNTY HISTORIC PRESERVATION REVIEW COMMISSION Lihue Civic Center, Mo ' ikeha Building, Meeting Room 2A/213 MINUTES A regular meeting of the Kauai County Historic Preservation Commission (KHPRC) was held on July 17, 2014 in the Lihu` e Civic Center, Mo ' ikeha Building, Meeting Room 2A/2B . The following Commissioners were present: Chairperson Stephen Long, Vice Chairperson Pat Griffin, Althea Arinaga, Jane Gray, Anne Schneider, Patsy Sheehan The following staff members were present: Planning Department — Myles Hironaka, Shanlee Jimenez; Office of Boards and Commissions — Cherisse Zaima CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 3 : 01 p.m. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA Pat Griffin moved to approve the agenda, Patsy Sheehan seconded the motion. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES Anne Schneider moved to approve the June 5, 2014 meeting minutes, Althea Arinaga seconded the motion. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND GENERAL BUSINESS MATTERS (None) COMMUNICATIONS (None) UNFINISHED BUSINESS Kiahuna Plantation Resort TMK: 2-8-017-009, Kaloa, Kauai, New Resort Swimming Pool and Maintenance Buildings Chris Gampon, General Manager of Kiahuna Plantation, and John Underwood, Architect, were present to discuss their plans, specifically addressing the archaeological remnant wall that is located in the area where a maintenance facility and pool are being proposed. Mr. Gampon July 17, 2014 K.H.P.R.C. Meeting Minutes Page 3 Additionally, they are planning to utilize a lot of landscaping to shield the back of the utility building. Mr. Underwood pointed out the various areas of the parcel that he just explained. Ms. Schneider asked whether they would be building up against the rock wall to which Mr. Underwood stated no, they would stay away from it to some degree, and suggested that the distance be determined in the preservation plan. Ms. Sheehan stated her concern is that the wall be protected from pedestrians to ensure it does not become usable to the swimming pool patrons. Mr. Underwood shared some of the ideas for the wall that carne out of an earlier discussion, which resulted in the idea that the edge of the pool lanai should have a barrier. He noted that closer detail of the drawing shows that the 30 inch wall around the perimeter of the pool has an additional 18 inch high aluminum fence on top of it, which is a building code requirement for safety. They would continue with the same type of fencing to prevent the pool patrons from walking on the grass area, or climbing on the rock wall. Ms. Sheehan asked whether they would put up signage to educate the public that it is not just a rock wall, and that it has historic significance. Mr. Underwood stated he feels it would be appropriate to have a plaque there explaining its historic .significance. That along with proper barricading of the structure from pedestrian misuse will adequately indicate what they are looking at. Mr. Underwood explained that discussion on rebuilding the entire length of the wall determined that it would have required them to obtain rocks from other areas, which would take away from the historic significance of the wall . Mr. Gampon added they would prefer to use the rocks that are at the site now, and not introduce foreign rocks that were not part of the original structure. Though it would end up being shorter, they would rather use those original rocks that made up the actual wall . Ms. Arinaga asked whether the applicant possesses any documentation that explains the significance or history of the rock wall. Mr. Gampon stated there is more of a speculation of the wall' s use, noting that different archaeologists have differing opinions, one being that it was a barrier for salt pans, the other that it was a barrier for cows along Hapa Road. Additionally, photographic evidence as far back as 1928 shows there was a house there, and it was also speculated the wall may have been to keep animals away from the home. However, there is no concrete evidence on what the wall was originally used for. Ms. Arinaga stated the reason she asks is that looking at some of the documents presented, it states a metal plaque will be placed on the rock. Being that there is diverse interpretation of its history, she questioned what will the plaque state. Mr. Gampon replied he is unsure what the wording will be, but they will work with Ms. Naone to determine the best way to describe the wall ' s significance; they are fine with using the best case theory. Ms . Arinaga asked if they have spoken to any kupuna in the area to which Mr. Gampon stated he has spoken to several long-time residents of the area, but everyone has different theories related to the homestead and salt beds that existed in that area at the time. July E 7, 2014 K.H.P.R.C. Meeting Minutes Page 5 Ms . Schneider asked whether this area was underwater during Hurricane Iniki to which Mr. Gampon explained that most of the parking area for the Po ` ipu Beach Hotel as well as the entire parking lot for the Waiohai was underwater. However, only the lower portion of the base yard area was flooded. Mr. Long stated he acknowledged the drawings are preliminary drawings that were done some time ago, but still wished to comment on them. He stated he, personally, would like to see the entire length of the wall replicated in some way using the same historic style. He suggested having a small section in the middle, which is the remaining historic wall, and as is typically done in restoration and replication, have a dividing line visible to distinguish between old and new. He reiterated that he would really like to see the entire length of the wall restored. He acknowledged the applicant' s desire to utilize the original stones and not have to bring in foreign material, but stated there is a lot of local, lava moss rock in the area that is very similar, if not identical . That could be used on the two ends to restore and replicate the entire length of the wall. Mr. Long commented on the pool deck that goes up directly to the rock wall, and reiterated Ms. Sheehan' s comment that there really needs to be a barrier, a defined edge to make a clear separation between the pool and the historic rock wall to prevent children from climbing on it, or it being damaged by pool furniture. He noted the drawings show the landscaping edged with palms, and though he is unsure what type of palm will be used, he feels that the landscaping around the historic wall should be indigenous, and related to what the purpose of the wall was, which could assist in creating that separation. He also suggested lower landscaping to make the historic wall more visible, with a different type of landscaping behind it to screen the base yard. Mr. Long stated he thinks the plaque is an excellent idea, but commented that because there is such uncertainty as to how they will be handling or presenting that, he feels that it would be appropriate for the applicant to appear before the Commission again with their final plan for the plaque based on the Commission' s comments and the public' s concerns. Mr. Underwood feels that would be appropriate, but pointed out the reason they are before the Commission at this particular time is to determine whether they will need to rebuild the entire wall to its original length. Once that particular issue is resolved, they can work on the other aspects. Ms. Griffin stated they do not want to hold up any projects, and asked to clarify the time element. In response to Mr. Hironaka, Mr. Underwood stated they are not yet scheduled for public hearing with the Planning Commission for the SMA permit, so they do have some time. Ms . Sheehan referenced the long term preservation plan made by Hal Hammett in 1994, and asked whether that can be amended, noting that some things in that plan are not pertinent anymore. Mr. Underwood replied he will try to address that, commenting he is unsure of the connection between the State body and the County body. However, it was his initial understanding that the State would be reviewing the documents that were found to see if the preservation plan would still be applicable, and whether it can and/or should be amended. That would then be the plan they would work with along with KHPRC ' s additional comments. Ms. Naone stated she has consulted with her supervisor, and they are planning to amend the preservation plan. Ms . Sheehan July 17, 2014 K.H.P.R.C. Meeting Minutes Page 7 would serve as a museum, and the other as a caretaker' s cottage. Mr. Gunter expressed his willingness to commemorate Koloa Camp through pictures and written history, and has been very open to Grove Farm providing that information to incorporate into the museum piece. The applicant would like to move the three other homes to the Koloa Mill site where a prior camp once existed, commonly known as Mill Camp. There are numerous agricultural operations on that property and the homes could possibly serve as farm worker dwellings, but they are open to other interested parties on ideas to adaptively reuse the homes. Mr. Faye provided an assessment of the project, noting he had been called in about a year ago to look at the houses when people were still living in some of the homes . He had taken inquiries among the remaining families on various relocation possibilities to other areas outside of Grove Farm properties. Mr. Faye stated he concurs with Tonya Moy' s assessment of the houses, noting that one of the two houses they are requesting to be demolished is too far gone; they may be able to salvage some windows for use in a shed. The other house is in such a state of disrepair with so much termite damage that it is not feasible to move as a unit. It would have to be disassembled, moved, and then reassembled; the other five houses are in good shape. The relocation of the houses should be relatively easy as there is direct access to the main road. He noted that even if the houses are parked at the Mill Camp site for a little while, they can be left in a manner under temporary foundations until they are ready for workforce housing or some other nearby project. Ms. Schneider asked if they will salvage whatever they can from the houses that are going to be demolished to which Mr. Faye replied yes, as much as they can. Ms. Sheehan commented she feels it is wonderful they are making this effort to recycle the houses, noting they still have some useful life. Ms. Griffin commented on the adverse effects of moving historic houses, and mentioned that one of the mitigation efforts available to them is photography. She stated that it would seem appropriate to get images of the houses as well as the process before, during, and after moving the houses to have a historical record for the future. She also requested a copy of that documentation be archived with the Kaua` i Museum and the Historical Society. Ms. Sheehan asked if the buildings are moved, and attempted to be renovated in their new spots, will they have to bring them to current code. She noted that had been done in Hanalei, which took away the historic aspects of the buildings . She asked if it is a concern that if they use the houses as dwellings they have to bring it up to code. Mr. Faye replied that is one of the challenges with house moves, and is something they discuss with people doing these types of moves, noting the health and safety aspects of meeting the codes. They have encountered those issues with every single house they have moved, and have been able to successfully address all those concerns with the assistance of architects they work with, drafters, carpenters, electricians and other tradespeople who know what to do. There was more discussion on ways they can ensure the houses are up to code while maintaining the historic characteristics. July 17, 2014 K.H.P.R.C. Meeting Minutes Page 9 needs to be corrected, members can provide the information to the Department who will then comment to the applicant. In response to Mr. Long, Mr. Hironaka stated if the item is not officially on the agenda, he does not think it would be appropriate for this body to comment on or discuss it. He noted that some of the applications are time-sensitive, which is why he offered to take individual members' comments directly, which he can present to SHPD in the form of a letter through the Planning Director, Ms . Naone stated that any Section 106 consultation comments can be provided directly to her. Ms. Arinaga questioned whether the Commission needed to approve the letters submitted to them. Ms . Naone replied by explaining the Section 106 process. She stated that the Commission is absolutely being consulted for their comments, and any input they have on historic properties that have not been identified, or whether the area of potential effect should be expanded are all valid comments that SHPD does want to hear. Those comments are used by SHPD to help form their determination. At the request of the Commission, Mr. Hironaka will include the correspondence relating to Hauaala, Mailihune and Portion of Olohena Road on the next meeting' s agenda. SELECTION OF NEXT MEETING DATE AND AGENDA TOPICS Mr. Long noted the next meeting is scheduled for August 7, 2014 . ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 4: 27 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Cherisse Zaima Commission Support Clerk Date: NEIL ABERCROMBIE -`'�="�""^ FORD N. FUCHIGAMI GOVERNOR •`' -`` INTERIM DIRECTOR F ' .,, Deputy Directors ' z a RANDY GRUNE ''; �C�R4`. s AUDREY HIDANO •.., : ;y `e�+;r�:.;, ,✓� ROSS M. HIGASHI y` JADINE URASAKt STATE OF HAWAII dj [� JUN � 7 a � ��( � IN REPLY REFER TO: DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTAT LI JUN HWY-DD 2,6812 REFER 869 PUNCHBOWL STREET HONOLULU , HAWAII 96813-5097 1 t:. June 18, 2014 Ms . Danita Aiu, President Kauai Historic Preservation Review Commission c/o County of Kauai Planning Department 4444 Rice Street, Suite A473 Lihue, Hawaii 96766 Dear Ms . Aiu: Subject: National Historic Preservation Act, Section 106 Consultation Resurface Collector Roads at Various Locations Hauaala, Mailihuna and Portion of Olohena Roads District of Kawaihau, Island of Kauai, Ahupuaa of Kapaa Federal-Aid Project No : STP-0700(068) Tax Map Keys (TMKs) : 4-4-6-00, 4-4-6-14, 4-4-3-03 On behalf of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the County of Kauai, Department of Public Works (CoK•-DPW), the Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) would like to invite you to participate in consultation for the subject resurfacing project. The proposed project is located in the Kawaihau district along Hauaala Road and Mailihuna Road (both from Kuhio Highway to Kawaihau Road) , and Olohena Road (from Malu Road to Kaapuni Road) . See enclosed Project Site Map. This proposed project is a federally funded County project. It will. be considered a federal action and undertaking, as defined by Section. 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) of 1966, as arnended (2006) . Therefore, the FHWA will require compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act, NHPA, and other federal requirements. The FHWA has authorized the HDOT and the CoK-DPW to act on behalf of the FHWA regarding the NHPA Section 106 notification and consultation. We would like to invite you to participate in the Section 106 consultation for the proposed project in accordance with Title 36 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 800. 3 . Overview of the undertaking The Resurface Collector Roads at Various Locations project involves the resurfacing and reconstruction of three collector roads (Hauaala Road, Mailihuna Road, and Olohena Road). Resurfacing and reconstruction activities will be done primarily within existing asphalt roadway and shoulders. Dta AUG 0 7 2011 Ms. Danita Aiu HWY-DD 2.6812 June 18, 2014 Page 2 Along with resurfacing and reconstruction, activities will include adjusting manholes, installing and/or replacing centerline and survey monuments, pavement markings, striping, traffic signs, guardrails and shoulder improvements. The enclosed location map shows the project limits. The Area of Potential Effect (APE) will be 6. 0 acres and located primarily within the existing County right-of-way. See enclosed APE map. A portion of the resurfacing is located on State of Hawaii property and a right of entry has been obtained from the Department of Education and Department of Land and Natural Resources. Construction is anticipated to take place in 2015 . Historical, Cultural, and Archaeological Background Earliest records of the existing roads date back to 1926 for Hauaala Road and Olohena Road, and back to 1966` for Mailihuna Road. Numerous resurfacing projects, similar to the subject undertaking, were done through the years with no adverse effect. According to the Heritage Resources Maps contained in the Kauai General Plan, County of Kauai Planning Department, November 2000, the project areas within Hauaala Road and Mailihuna Road are located within the classified areas for "Residential, Urban Center, Resort, Transportation, Military". The project limits within Olohena Road shares land classification between "Residential, Urban Center, Resort, transportation, Military" and "Open Space, Parks, Agriculture, Conservation". Summary of Archaeological Sites within the APE After review of the Heritage Resources Maps, Kapaa High School, located along Mailihuna Road, is listed as a "Registered Historic, Buildings & Structure". Kapaa High School is also listed on the National and State Register of Historic Places under Site Number 30-08-9391 . Kapaa High School was originally established in 1883 , near the sea below the St. Catherine's Church Cemetery, but was later moved up the hill to where it currently stands. The historic property is near the APE but not located within the APE. An Archaeological Monitoring Plan by Murabayashi and Dye, done in 2010, identifies the nearby St. Catherine' s Church Cemetery: An historic-era cemetery located just mauka of Kuhio Flighway and south o)"Kapaa Stream. According to Kikuchi and Remoaldo the cemetery appears to be a discrete historic cemetery although no other information on the cemetery was given. The historic property is not located within the APE. Consultations A Section 106 notice/advertisement will be included in the Garden Island newspaper. Native Hawaiian organizations and Native Hawaiian descendants with ancestral, lineal or cultural ties to, cultural knowledge or concerns for, and cultural or religious attachment to the proposed project area are asked to provide a response within 30 days of notification. Ms. Danita Aiu HWY-DD 2.6812 June 18, 2014 Page 3 Section 106 consultation letters have also been sent to the enclosed list of organizations and individuals. We welcome any comments you have on this project' s proposed improvements. We are particularly interested in any information you may have on the historic and cultural sites that have been recorded in the area or any other historic or cultural sites about which you may have knowledge. In addition, if you are acquainted with any persons or organization that is knowledgeable about the proposed project area, or any descendants with ancestral, lineal or cultural ties to or cultural knowledge or concerns for, and cultural or religious attachment to the proposed project area, we would appreciate receiving their names and contact information We would appreciate a written response within 30 days from date of receipt, to Eric Fujikawa, Project Manager via email at efujikawa@kauai. gov, or by US Postal Service to Department of Public Works, Engineering Division, 4444 Rice St. #175, Lihue, Hawaii 96766 . Please feel free to contact Eric Fujikawa by telephone at (808) 241 -49957 if you have any questions. HDOT Project Manager, Christine Yamasaki, is also available for contact upon request at (808) 692-7572. We look forward to working with you and the SHPD on these needed improvements . Very truly yours, Y 9 FORD N. F IGAMI Interim Director of Transportation Enclosures c : FHWA (M. Otani), CoK-DPW (E. Fujikawa) REFERENCES CITED : Kauai General Plan, County of Kauai, Planning Department, November 2000 National and State Register of Historic Places — State Historic Preservation Division http://hawaii.gov/cllnr/2013-shpd/architecture/register-of-historic-places r' RESURFACE COLLECTOR ROADS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS FEDERAL-AID PROJECT NO. STP-0700(068) SECTION 106 CONSULTATION LIST Contact Name _Organization Danita Aiu Kauai Historic Preservation Review Commission Samson Brown Au Puni o Hawaii Michelle Kauhane Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement Jobie Masagatani Department of Hawaiian Homelands Kippen de Alba Chu Friends of Iolani Palace Kiersten Faulkner Historic Hawaii Foundation Maile Alau Hawaii Maoli Edward Halealoha Ayau Hui Malama I Na Kupuna o Hawaii Nei Kanekoa Kukea-Shultz Kakoo Oiwi Taffi Wise Kanu o ka Aina Learning Ohana Aimoku McClellan Native Hawaiian Organization Association Everett Ohta Office of Hawaiian Affairs Vivian Ainoa Papa Ola Lokahi Laakea Suganuma Royal Hawaiian Academy of Traditional Arts Clisson Kunane Aipolani Kauai Island Burial Council Chair Keith Yap Kauai Niihau Burial Council (KNBC) Barbara Say KNBC Puanani Rogers Hookipa Network Kaliko Santos Office of Hawaiian Affairs Rupert Rowe Hui Malamo o Kaneioloum.a Kai Markell Office of Hawaiian Affairs Pat Pereira Queen Deborah Kapule Hawaiian Civic Club Liberta Albao Queen Deborah Kapule Hawaiian Civic Club Beverly Muraoka N/A Director Kauai Historical Society