What's Being Discussed

The Hawaiian Homes Commission is holding a two-day meeting and workshop in Lahaina, Maui, on September 21–22, 2026. The meeting is also available via Zoom and livestream. Key topics include:

• Leasing new homestead lots to qualified beneficiaries on Oahu, Maui, Hawaii Island, Kauai, and Lanai
• Successor designations — determining who inherits a homestead lease when a leaseholder passes away
• Approvals for homeowners to refinance loans, install rooftop solar systems, or add supplemental dwelling units
• Land use permits for community organizations, a telecommunications company, and other groups using DHHL lands
• An environmental review for a community center at Papakōlea, Oahu
• Updates on Maui housing development projects, including new construction approaches and West Maui planning
• A water policy update for West Maui (Maui Komohana)
• A workshop on the department's budget request for 2027–2029
• Community members presenting concerns and project updates to the Commission on Tuesday

Decisions Expected

• Awarding residential and agricultural leases across multiple islands
• Approving homestead loan refinancing, solar licenses, and lease transfers
• Approving land-use permits and agreements for various organizations
• Voting on the department's two-year budget request
• Accepting the Native Hawaiian Housing Block Grant annual performance report

Who Should Pay Attention

• Native Hawaiian homestead applicants and current lessees — especially those on waiting lists or seeking loan, lease, or solar approvals
• Maui residents — given the local focus on West Maui housing and water issues
• Community organizations listed on Tuesday's agenda with presentations
• Anyone interested in DHHL land use, housing policy, or the department's budget