where's the "development"?

[kalakoa]

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This thread makes me really second guess owning a business in Puna.

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Puna business can still be viable, it just takes more careful planning -- specifically, avoid any scenario which requires "special" permits by setting up in a location which is already "commercial".

Yes, this means more expensive property (or higher rent), but the fight for rezoning (or "Special Use" or "Home Occupation") will usually break the budget.

I decided not to bother, which is mildly unfortunate for the community (tax revenue, if nothing else).