08-06-2008, 04:14 AM
Be careful of what you ask for.
Many subdivisions on the mainland were created back in the 50's the same way Puna's were. Then folks started to complain about services.
Now when more residential lots are needed (the population thing), the developer has to provide water, sewer, paved roads, curb, gutter and sidewalks, etc. etc. Entry level lots now cost $100,000 to buy.
Then when you want to build, the county will access $20-40,000 in impact & permit fees. All theses costs add up and then you have to pay property taxes on top of it all each year.
Net results from all the whining: $300,000 entry level homes with $3,000 /YR. taxes.
One of the main reasons that folks are relocating to Puna is that it is CHEAP, CHEAP, CHEAP ! And Oh so Beautiful and full of wonderful people..
Aloha, Dan
SHHHH!
Aloha, Dan
Many subdivisions on the mainland were created back in the 50's the same way Puna's were. Then folks started to complain about services.
Now when more residential lots are needed (the population thing), the developer has to provide water, sewer, paved roads, curb, gutter and sidewalks, etc. etc. Entry level lots now cost $100,000 to buy.
Then when you want to build, the county will access $20-40,000 in impact & permit fees. All theses costs add up and then you have to pay property taxes on top of it all each year.
Net results from all the whining: $300,000 entry level homes with $3,000 /YR. taxes.
One of the main reasons that folks are relocating to Puna is that it is CHEAP, CHEAP, CHEAP ! And Oh so Beautiful and full of wonderful people..
Aloha, Dan
SHHHH!
Aloha, Dan