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Legislative Efforts Aim to Modernize Hawaii’s SMA Permitting

Architects Bring Their Vision to the Capitol Late January saw members of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Hawai‘i State…

Hawaiʻīi Planning Commission Attendance Struggles Slow SMA Decisions — What It Means for Your Project

Quorum woes are delaying approvals If you’ve been following recent headlines, you may have noticed some frustration in Hawaiʻĭi County’s…

Hawaii Expands SMA Permit Exemptions for Post-Disaster Rebuilding and Smaller Projects: What You Need to Know

Hawaii Expands SMA Permit Exemptions for Post‑Disaster Rebuilding and Smaller Projects: What You Need to Know A changing regulatory landscape…

Lahaina’s Fast-Track Rebuild: What the SMA Suspension Means for Your Home or Business

When the devastating Aug. 8, 2023 Lahaina wildfire swept through West Maui, it destroyed homes, businesses and irreplaceable cultural landmarks.…

Maui’s Coastal Lines Are Changing — What Homeowners, Remodelers and Businesses Need to Know

Maui’s beaches and reefs aren’t just postcard-perfect; they’re critical assets for homeowners, small businesses and the island’s economy. Building or…

Oʻahu DPP Goes Transparent: Publishing SMA Minor Permits for Public Review

Hawaiʻi’s coastline is a stunning, fragile resource. From towering waves on the North Shore to the calm coves of Kāhala,…

Rebuild Your Lahaina Legacy by 2029: What Maui’s New Nonconforming Ordinance Means for You

Imagine being able to recreate your old Lahaina home or storefront – the one that made your family or business…

New Bills Could Raise SMA Minor Permit Limit to $1 Million and Include Shoreline Homes – What It Means for You 

Higher SMA Minor Permit Limit and Shoreline Homes: What HB 654 Means for You Coastal communities in Hawaiʻīi have long…