07-11-2018, 03:46 AM
http://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2018...roductive/
Because so much of Hawaii Island geography is designated as lava zones 1 and 2, it doesn't make sense to bar construction there, said Mayor Harry Kim on Tuesday.
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"These are our bedroom communities. A lot of people purchase there because they want to live there, but a lot of people live there because that’s the only place they can afford,"
If these are legitimate "communities" where people actually live, perhaps County could provide them with some services?
O'Hara said her district needs something more concrete than "just nice imagery of walkable towns."
"Recovery isn't just about housing. It's also about rebuilding the district," O'Hara said.
It still takes nine to 12 months to get a building permit, she said. The district needs economic development measures such as lava observation platforms or tour buses, she said.
"Needs economic development", what an interesting and innovative new idea. Perhaps we can get an action committee to study the issues and write a report.
Because so much of Hawaii Island geography is designated as lava zones 1 and 2, it doesn't make sense to bar construction there, said Mayor Harry Kim on Tuesday.
...
"These are our bedroom communities. A lot of people purchase there because they want to live there, but a lot of people live there because that’s the only place they can afford,"
If these are legitimate "communities" where people actually live, perhaps County could provide them with some services?
O'Hara said her district needs something more concrete than "just nice imagery of walkable towns."
"Recovery isn't just about housing. It's also about rebuilding the district," O'Hara said.
It still takes nine to 12 months to get a building permit, she said. The district needs economic development measures such as lava observation platforms or tour buses, she said.
"Needs economic development", what an interesting and innovative new idea. Perhaps we can get an action committee to study the issues and write a report.