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City Faces Legal Bill After Losing Short-Term Vacation Rental Battle Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022

City Faces Legal Bill After Losing Short-Term Vacation Rental Battle

But a measure in the Legislature would allow Honolulu to phase out short-term rentals over time.

How Much Housing Should Be Allowed In Oahu’s Business Districts? Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2021

How Much Housing Should Be Allowed In Oahu’s Business Districts?

The City Council is considering a bill that would expand the number of mixed-use districts in Honolulu amid a worsening housing crisis.

A Statewide Ban On Vacation Rentals? The Idea Is Gaining Steam After The Maui Fires David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023

A Statewide Ban On Vacation Rentals? The Idea Is Gaining Steam After The Maui Fires

Lawmakers are considering making it easier for counties to do away with short-term rentals altogether.

Bill To Speed Construction Of Ohana Houses On Maui Adopted Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2023

Bill To Speed Construction Of Ohana Houses On Maui Adopted

The legislation will make it possible for homeowners to get paid to build accessory dwelling units on their properties.

Turkish Coffee Or Universal Khaki? Another Honolulu Condo Dispute Goes To Court Stewart Yerton/Civil Beat/2024

Turkish Coffee Or Universal Khaki? Another Honolulu Condo Dispute Goes To Court

The lawsuit alleges the condo board has resurrected old dispute to retaliate against owner.

Naka Nathaniel: Green’s Plan Could Move The Needle For Maui Housing Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2023

Naka Nathaniel: Green’s Plan Could Move The Needle For Maui Housing

It’s a tough sell though when operating a short-term vacation rental can be so much more lucrative than renting long term.

Big Island Lawmakers Attempt To Rein In Short-Term Vacation Rentals Cameron Miculka/Civil Beat/2020

Big Island Lawmakers Attempt To Rein In Short-Term Vacation Rentals

Supporters say new limits are needed to increase the island’s affordable housing stock, while opponents fear negative economic consequences.

Historic Big Island Hotel Is Set To Become Workforce Housing Hawaii News Now

Historic Big Island Hotel Is Set To Become Workforce Housing

The Manago Hotel is a local landmark originally opened by an immigrant Japanese couple more than 100 years ago.

Maui Renters Face ‘Increasingly Hostile Housing Market’ Despite Eviction Moratorium David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024

Maui Renters Face ‘Increasingly Hostile Housing Market’ Despite Eviction Moratorium

Housing advocates say landlords are being tempted to oust renters in favor of more lucrative rent subsidies for fire survivors amid high demand.

Would Developers Build More Affordable Housing If They Could Charge Higher Rents? Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021

Would Developers Build More Affordable Housing If They Could Charge Higher Rents?

Honolulu mulls proposed changes to rules that supporters say would help more locals find housing. Critics say they would benefit developers more.