Maui Environmental Court Victory!
In November, Maui Tomorrow Foundation celebrated a significant legal victory for responsible coastal development and environmental oversight. In the court’s order, Judge Kirstin Hamman of the Maui Environmental Court invalidated the Maui Planning Commission’s recently updated Special Management Area (SMA) administrative rules. While we hope the County will respect the Court’s decision, there is a possibility they may appeal. If that happens, we will be prepared to defend it, so stay tuned! Mahalo to everyone who stands with us in…
Important Update: Wailea 670 Hearing Postponed!
Sign the Petition To Protect Maui’s Future Mahalo to everyone who submitted written testimony to make your voices heard on this crucial issue to preserve affordable housing on Maui. We have great news! The Wailea 670 public hearing, initially scheduled for December 13th, has been postponed and sent back to the Maui Planning Commission due to a procedural error in not adhering to the Maui County Code. Our Executive Director identified violations in Maui County Code sections 19.45.060A and 19.45.050A1,…
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Honuaʻula/Wailea 670 Timeline
Shifting Promises, Inadequate Planning, and Lack of Accountability This timeline of key developments reveals a troubling pattern of shifting promises, inadequate planning, and disregard for community concerns, placing Maui’s environment, history, and affordable housing at risk. 1971-2007: Changing Ownership and Evolving Plans The project’s early years were marketed as a residential development with mixed housing types and public amenities, including a school and park. Over time, the focus shifted toward luxury and resort development, featuring gated communities and golf courses…