02-12-2015, 03:43 AM
"No direct highway access" is spelled out in the PCDP as it pertains to "commercial center" development.
Highway access is also subject to permits from HDOT because it's a State highway.
Agree that HDOT has an "Oahu-centric" worldview; it's one of the reasons that Pearl Bakery gave up the fight -- Hilo HDOT said their driveway was just fine, Oahu HDOT had a list of changes that were unrealistic and unnecessary.
Highway access is also subject to permits from HDOT because it's a State highway.
Agree that HDOT has an "Oahu-centric" worldview; it's one of the reasons that Pearl Bakery gave up the fight -- Hilo HDOT said their driveway was just fine, Oahu HDOT had a list of changes that were unrealistic and unnecessary.