Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism
Hawaii Interagency Council for Transit-Oriented Development
What This Council Does
The Hawaii Interagency Council for Transit-Oriented Development coordinates state agencies in planning and implementing transit-oriented development (TOD) around Honolulu's rail transit stations. It aligns land use, housing, transportation, and infrastructure investments to maximize the public benefits of the HART rail system. The council helps state agencies coordinate land dispositions, zoning advocacy, and infrastructure funding for TOD projects.
Why You Should Care
Development decisions around Honolulu's rail stations will shape the future of housing affordability, walkability, and community character in those neighborhoods for decades. Residents near planned rail stations have a strong interest in TOD planning decisions.