 Courtesy: County of Kauai/2024
          
        Courtesy: County of Kauai/2024
      
      
				Kauai Fire Deals $20 Million Blow To Affordable Housing
The controversial project was nearing completion when it burned down over the weekend.
 David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
          
        David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
      
      
				Why The State’s Housing Working Group Is Being Dissolved
The Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corp. is taking over for the Build Beyond Barriers Working Group
 Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2024
          
        Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2024
      
      
				Pop-Up Village For Maui Fire Survivors Battles Red Tape To Finally Open
Organizers had hoped to have the rent-free housing ready to go within weeks of the fire. They’re still waiting.
 Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
          
        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.
 Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2021
          
        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.
 David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
          
        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.
 Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2023
          
        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.
 Stewart Yerton/Civil Beat/2024
          
        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.
 Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2023
          
        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.
 Cameron Miculka/Civil Beat/2020
          
        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.
 
	