What's Being Discussed

The Hawaiian Homes Commission is holding a meeting and workshop on Friday, October 30, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM at the Hilton Garden Inn in Kapa'a, Kauai. It is also available via Zoom and livestream. Key topics include:

• Updates on current and planned housing projects on Kauai, including a history of the Department's development approach
• A draft update to the West Kauai Regional Plan (2026)
• Updates on water projects and water policy issues for Kauai
• Status of existing island plans for Wailua, West Kauai, and Anahola
• Presentations from community groups and homestead associations, including Anahola Hawaiian Homestead Association, West Kauai Hawaiian Homestead Association, Kanuikapono Charter School, and others

Decisions Expected

The Commission is expected to vote on several items, including:

• Homestead lease awards, transfers, and cancellations for various applicants
• Certifying qualified homestead applicants for September 2026
• Approving rooftop solar (photovoltaic) licenses for certain lessees
• A Memorandum of Agreement with the Department of Land and Natural Resources and Hawaii County regarding land at Kealakehe, Hawaii Island
• A Memorandum of Understanding with Pacific Health Alliance for a Kupuna Going Home Assisted Living Program
• A residential lot award in Waikapu, Maui

Who Should Pay Attention

• Native Hawaiian homestead applicants and current lessees, especially on Kauai
• Residents of Anahola, West Kauai, and Wailua communities
• Members of Hawaiian homestead associations on Kauai
• Anyone interested in Hawaiian home lands housing, water, or land planning on Kauai