Ellen Sofio/Civil Beat/2024
Maui Fire Report Heightens Fears That Manoa Development Will Increase Risk There
The home builder says 93 new homes — and 360 parking stalls — will actually mean less traffic in a densely populated corner of the valley.
Leo Azambuja/Civil Beat/2024
Maui Housing Advocates Push For Rent Control Bill To Cap Soaring Prices
A proposal aimed at stabilizing rents got its first hearing before the Housing and Land Use Committee.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2024
Controversial Monster Home Goes On Sale For $13 Million In West Maui
A real estate listing for the compound that triggered years of bitter feuds with neighbors comes with a warning: “Buyer to do their own Due Diligence.”
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2018
Why Do Efforts To Impose Higher Taxes On Empty Homes In Honolulu Keep Stalling?
Supporters say the measure would help combat the affordable housing crisis. But questions remain about who should be exempt and how it would be implemented.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2024
Staffing Shortages Plus More Cases Are Causing Delays At The State Public Housing Agency
Advocates say delays in updating tenants’ information can threaten their housing security and put them at risk of an eviction.
Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2024
Kula Residents Say They Have Built A Closer And More Resilient Community Since The Fire
A steady stream of volunteers has helped clean the land of debris and potential fuel for future fires.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
Hawaii Got a Grant To Speed Up Infrastructure For Affordable Housing But Needs Much More
One idea, already in place in other states, is a state infrastructure bank that would provide gap financing to help housing projects move forward.
Courtesy:Faye Fukuyama /2024
Denby Fawcett: Laie Beachfront Developer Cited For Starting Work Without Permits
The housing project, aimed at providing middle-class residential rental units for North Shore families, is being put in by the development arm of the Mormon church.
Courtesy: Tom Cook and Kelly King
This South Maui Race Is Likely To Determine The Balance Of Power On The County Council
The Aug. 8 fires emboldened politicians to crack down on the proliferation of short-term rentals to deal with a growing housing crisis. Now it’s an election issue.
Cammy Clark/Civil Beat/2024
Maui Moves Closer To Phasing Out Thousands Of Short-Term Rentals To Deal With Housing Crisis
The Planning Commission unanimously recommended the County Council approve the mayor’s proposal, with some tweaks, despite concerns that it will wreak economic havoc.