Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
Jenn Inda
jinda808@gmail.com
44 Keapua St
Wailuku, Hawaii 96793
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my unwavering support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which seeks to exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it abundantly clear: we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This sentiment has echoed throughout our recovery efforts, and it is crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods emerged as one of the top five concerns raised by residents. We urgently need to address housing needs, limit oversized homes, and remove TVRs to confront West Maui's growing housing crisis.
Before my home and neighborhood were tragically consumed by the flames on August 8th, I witnessed our once-vibrant community begin to slowly erode as vacation rentals proliferated. One deeply distressing experience occurred on April 1, 2023. While I was at the Sheraton Maui helping my niece prepare for her Lahainaluna High School senior prom, I received a call from a neighbor that would change everything. A drunk driver, staying at an Airbnb just down the road, crashed into my parked car, totaling it in front of my home. My neighbors bravely intervened, blocking the driver from fleeing and calling the police. I arrived just in time to witness the chaos and heartbreak, devastated to miss such a significant milestone in my niece's life due to a senseless act fueled by irresponsible tourism.
The presence of vacation rentals has transformed our neighborhoods into areas of chaos rather than community. I have seen tourists dangerously speeding through our streets, nearly running into children walking home from the bus stop. One night, I was forced to confront partygoers at an Airbnb just four houses down from mine. They trespassed into my driveway, lowered my truck bed, and started drinking on my vehicle at 2 AM, leaving behind needles before we could finally chase them off. These visitors showed no accountability or respect for our homes or our families.
There was an incident when tourists called the police on my young sons and I for playing basketball on the street in front of our home, stating it wasn’t a playground and they didn't pay to fly to Maui and deal with locals on the streets. While it is true that it isn’t a designated playground, we played there safely and respectfully, adhering to traffic and playing together until the streetlights came on. Now, those moments are bittersweet memories that remind me of what we’ve lost.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert essential resources but would directly compete with our urgent need for long-term housing. Skilled workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply; restoring short-term rental properties will only delay the construction of affordable homes for our community. Additionally, our water allocations are already strained; prioritizing TVRs would make it even more difficult to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed significantly to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. Excluding them from nonconforming use is vital to prioritize long-term housing and support the true recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the urgent needs of families who have lost everything and are striving to rebuild their lives.
I strongly urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents over transient visitors. I long for the days when I can connect with my neighbors and support each other's families through life's seasons, rather than witnessing tourists infiltrate our homes and disrupt the fabric of our community.
Mahalo for considering the voices of the residents in your decision-making process.
-Courtney Lazo
Courtney Lazo
courtney@wearelahainastrong.org
418 wainee st
lahaina, Hawaii 96761
Aloha! My name is Cynthia “Cindy” Canham. I was an employee of Whaler’s Locker 780 Front St and I was working the morning of Aug 8 leaving at noon. I am a member of the Lahaina Community having worked on Front St for over 40 years. I never really felt that working on Front St was so much a job as it was a lifestyle - sharing with the many visitors what it was that made Lahaina and Maui such a special place -not just historically but also culturally! It is so important that we strive to bring back the town to as close to what it was before the fire. I am in strong support of Bill 105. Please hear the pleas of the people of the community so that we can return to live, work and play in a town that is so loved.
Thank you!
Sincerely
Cynthia Canham
Whalers Locker
Bill 105
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
Ionela Boariu
ionelaboariu@gmail.com
3500 LOWER HONOAPIILANI RD
Lahaina, Hawaii 96761
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
Jenn Inda
jinda808@gmail.com
44 Keapua St
Wailuku, Hawaii 96793
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
Aloha
Please kokua Lahaina and it's decendents of the royal capital of the Hawaiian kingdom we are to treat them with utmost respect and prioritize housing for this surviving Hawaiian culture we see feel and desire it's aloha...we must respect our kaduna and their heritage in maimtaing lahaina rebuild and community in a way that defines them...without vacation rentals in their neighborhoods their sacred culture and way of life still exists and thrives when not infested with inestors...greed...tourism...overcapicatated highways...housing crisis...water allocations for tourism industry...skyrocketing rent prices...and genocide! Save Hawaiian let the rebuild begin without the greedy cockroaches.
Elizabeth ray
Redrubyray@hotmail.com
191 nalani st
Pukalani, Hawaii 96752
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
Adriana Stecker
mauisteckers@yahoo.com
4023 Mahinahina St
Lahaina , Hawaii 96761
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
Local housing over profit
No housing no peace
Keep local families in their homes
Oh Mr greed you will keep what you sow
Dean Emmerich
Redrubyray@hotmail.com
744 LOWER MAIN ST APT 107
Wailuku, Hawaii 96793
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
Christine Keahi
chrisinlahaina@gmail.com
134 Aipuni Street
Lahaina , Hawaii 96761
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
carl offenbach
offenbachcarl@gmail.com
p.o. box 13192, 1328 hoapili st
lahaina, Hawaii 96761
My name is Mousa Hassan. I am the owner of Paradise Lahaina, properties and businesses located on Front Street. I am here today in support of Bill 105.
Thank you to the administration and planning department for introducing this essential bill and to Chair Kama for hearing it.
My business, Paradise Lahaina, employed over 50 people. This business is not just my livelihood; it represents my passion and commitment to our community. The people who worked for me relied on this job to support their families, and in this challenging environment, it allowed me to provide for my family, keep my kids in college, and pay my bills. Front Street has always been more than a business hub—it’s been the heart of Lahaina.
The devastation from the wildfire has been not just physical, but emotional and financial. Bill 105 is crucial because it offers hope for all of us who lost so much. Passing this bill is a significant step toward rebuilding our properties to bring back the businesses, restoring jobs, and providing financial and emotional stability for our community. Without Front Street’s contribution to Lahaina’s economy, we are in serious trouble, and it’s important to move quickly to restore the area.
We have the opportunity to rebuild Front Street in a way that honors our culture while ensuring economic responsibility. I strongly support Bill 105 and encourage all of you to do the same. Mahalo for your time and consideration.
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
Brandi corpuz
brandicorpuz@gmail.com
110 namauu place
Kihei, Hawaii 96753-9161
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
Bonniebrooke Bullock
violetbrooke@yahoo.com
4931 Hekili Rd
Kapaa, Hawaii 96746
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
As I see it, the passage of TVR amendment to Bill 105 is essential for the rebuilding of Lahaina for several reasons:
1. We desperately need to get a handle on these short term rentals that are driving up the prices of housing so that really most Maui folks who live and work on this island can't afford
housing. This amendment should help accomplish this.
2. Secondly, this amendment will help facilitate the rebuilding of Lahaina. The sooner and better this rebuilding takes place, the better for the Maui and state economy. There is a point I would like to stress. Those in favor of short term rentals claim that we will loose millions of dollars in rental revenues. This is nonsense. We have enough vacancies in our existing hotels that can easily handle the short rental loss of rentals and income.
3. Lastly, our Westside community has made it abundantly clear that we want to either phase out shot term rentals or at least drastically cut down on their use.
I want to encourage you, our commission members to start listening to your own people.
We put you in office. Just like us, you live on this island and thus are us. It's time to stand on the side of your own people instead of the big money interest that are largely out of state.
Sincerely your, Richard A Hudson
richard hudson
richraphudson@gmail.com
6 Kiohuohu Lane No. 8
Lahaina, Hawaii 96761
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
Riley Bond
rileybond11@aol.com
7 Malialani Place
Lahaina, Hawaii 96761
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
As someone who was born and raised in Lahaina, this topic is near and dear to my heart. My neighborhood was once full of hard working, local families. We had a sense of community. It was the small things like borrowing something from the pantry or sharing meals. This changed as mainlanders saw an opportunity to create a business, rather than a home driving up residential costs.
We need to keep residential neighborhoods, just that, residential.
Mahalo
Jordan Ruidas
jordan.ruidas@yahoo.com
3843 lower honoapiilani rd
Lahaina, Hawaii 96761
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
Jeffrey ANCOG
ancogohana@aol.com
1740 Ainakea Pl
Lahaina, Hawaii 96761
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
Kelli Medeiros
kellimaui@hotmail.com
66 Kumulaau Ohia Loop
Wailuku, Hawaii 96793
Housing Land Use Committee,
Dear Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I've lived in West Maui for 21 years and fully support Tamara's amendment to Bill 105.
I am grateful for the intent of Bill 105 because I believe it will help in the rebuild of Lahaina. However, if passed without excluding short-term rental TVRs it will actually worsen the housing crisis that has already caused local families to leave Maui and drastically increased the cost of housing.
Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105 would stop nonconforming TVRs from being rebuilt in residential areas. This has been badly needed for some time as rent prices have escalated astronomically due to TVRs.
My friends and neighbors have made it resoundingly clear that we do not want TVRs.
Please represent our community and don’t miss this opportunity to insure positive forward movement in the rebuild of Lahaina.
Mahalo for all your hard work!
Sincerely, Jacqueline Hudson
(808) 269-0295
Poppy Hudson
raphudson@gmail.com
6 Kiohuohu Ln
Lahaina, Hawaii 96761
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
Jenn Inda
jinda808@gmail.com
44 Keapua St
Wailuku, Hawaii 96793
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my unwavering support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which seeks to exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it abundantly clear: we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This sentiment has echoed throughout our recovery efforts, and it is crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods emerged as one of the top five concerns raised by residents. We urgently need to address housing needs, limit oversized homes, and remove TVRs to confront West Maui's growing housing crisis.
Before my home and neighborhood were tragically consumed by the flames on August 8th, I witnessed our once-vibrant community begin to slowly erode as vacation rentals proliferated. One deeply distressing experience occurred on April 1, 2023. While I was at the Sheraton Maui helping my niece prepare for her Lahainaluna High School senior prom, I received a call from a neighbor that would change everything. A drunk driver, staying at an Airbnb just down the road, crashed into my parked car, totaling it in front of my home. My neighbors bravely intervened, blocking the driver from fleeing and calling the police. I arrived just in time to witness the chaos and heartbreak, devastated to miss such a significant milestone in my niece's life due to a senseless act fueled by irresponsible tourism.
The presence of vacation rentals has transformed our neighborhoods into areas of chaos rather than community. I have seen tourists dangerously speeding through our streets, nearly running into children walking home from the bus stop. One night, I was forced to confront partygoers at an Airbnb just four houses down from mine. They trespassed into my driveway, lowered my truck bed, and started drinking on my vehicle at 2 AM, leaving behind needles before we could finally chase them off. These visitors showed no accountability or respect for our homes or our families.
There was an incident when tourists called the police on my young sons and I for playing basketball on the street in front of our home, stating it wasn’t a playground and they didn't pay to fly to Maui and deal with locals on the streets. While it is true that it isn’t a designated playground, we played there safely and respectfully, adhering to traffic and playing together until the streetlights came on. Now, those moments are bittersweet memories that remind me of what we’ve lost.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert essential resources but would directly compete with our urgent need for long-term housing. Skilled workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply; restoring short-term rental properties will only delay the construction of affordable homes for our community. Additionally, our water allocations are already strained; prioritizing TVRs would make it even more difficult to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed significantly to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. Excluding them from nonconforming use is vital to prioritize long-term housing and support the true recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the urgent needs of families who have lost everything and are striving to rebuild their lives.
I strongly urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents over transient visitors. I long for the days when I can connect with my neighbors and support each other's families through life's seasons, rather than witnessing tourists infiltrate our homes and disrupt the fabric of our community.
Mahalo for considering the voices of the residents in your decision-making process.
-Courtney Lazo
Courtney Lazo
courtney@wearelahainastrong.org
418 wainee st
lahaina, Hawaii 96761
Aloha! My name is Cynthia “Cindy” Canham. I was an employee of Whaler’s Locker 780 Front St and I was working the morning of Aug 8 leaving at noon. I am a member of the Lahaina Community having worked on Front St for over 40 years. I never really felt that working on Front St was so much a job as it was a lifestyle - sharing with the many visitors what it was that made Lahaina and Maui such a special place -not just historically but also culturally! It is so important that we strive to bring back the town to as close to what it was before the fire. I am in strong support of Bill 105. Please hear the pleas of the people of the community so that we can return to live, work and play in a town that is so loved.
Thank you!
Sincerely
Cynthia Canham
Whalers Locker
Bill 105
Please see attached testimony.
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
Ionela Boariu
ionelaboariu@gmail.com
3500 LOWER HONOAPIILANI RD
Lahaina, Hawaii 96761
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
Jenn Inda
jinda808@gmail.com
44 Keapua St
Wailuku, Hawaii 96793
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
Aloha
Please kokua Lahaina and it's decendents of the royal capital of the Hawaiian kingdom we are to treat them with utmost respect and prioritize housing for this surviving Hawaiian culture we see feel and desire it's aloha...we must respect our kaduna and their heritage in maimtaing lahaina rebuild and community in a way that defines them...without vacation rentals in their neighborhoods their sacred culture and way of life still exists and thrives when not infested with inestors...greed...tourism...overcapicatated highways...housing crisis...water allocations for tourism industry...skyrocketing rent prices...and genocide! Save Hawaiian let the rebuild begin without the greedy cockroaches.
Elizabeth ray
Redrubyray@hotmail.com
191 nalani st
Pukalani, Hawaii 96752
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
Adriana Stecker
mauisteckers@yahoo.com
4023 Mahinahina St
Lahaina , Hawaii 96761
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
Local housing over profit
No housing no peace
Keep local families in their homes
Oh Mr greed you will keep what you sow
Dean Emmerich
Redrubyray@hotmail.com
744 LOWER MAIN ST APT 107
Wailuku, Hawaii 96793
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
Christine Keahi
chrisinlahaina@gmail.com
134 Aipuni Street
Lahaina , Hawaii 96761
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
carl offenbach
offenbachcarl@gmail.com
p.o. box 13192, 1328 hoapili st
lahaina, Hawaii 96761
My name is Mousa Hassan. I am the owner of Paradise Lahaina, properties and businesses located on Front Street. I am here today in support of Bill 105.
Thank you to the administration and planning department for introducing this essential bill and to Chair Kama for hearing it.
My business, Paradise Lahaina, employed over 50 people. This business is not just my livelihood; it represents my passion and commitment to our community. The people who worked for me relied on this job to support their families, and in this challenging environment, it allowed me to provide for my family, keep my kids in college, and pay my bills. Front Street has always been more than a business hub—it’s been the heart of Lahaina.
The devastation from the wildfire has been not just physical, but emotional and financial. Bill 105 is crucial because it offers hope for all of us who lost so much. Passing this bill is a significant step toward rebuilding our properties to bring back the businesses, restoring jobs, and providing financial and emotional stability for our community. Without Front Street’s contribution to Lahaina’s economy, we are in serious trouble, and it’s important to move quickly to restore the area.
We have the opportunity to rebuild Front Street in a way that honors our culture while ensuring economic responsibility. I strongly support Bill 105 and encourage all of you to do the same. Mahalo for your time and consideration.
Mousa A Hassan,
(808) 205-1201
Mauimh@yahoo.com
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
Brandi corpuz
brandicorpuz@gmail.com
110 namauu place
Kihei, Hawaii 96753-9161
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
Bonniebrooke Bullock
violetbrooke@yahoo.com
4931 Hekili Rd
Kapaa, Hawaii 96746
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
As I see it, the passage of TVR amendment to Bill 105 is essential for the rebuilding of Lahaina for several reasons:
1. We desperately need to get a handle on these short term rentals that are driving up the prices of housing so that really most Maui folks who live and work on this island can't afford
housing. This amendment should help accomplish this.
2. Secondly, this amendment will help facilitate the rebuilding of Lahaina. The sooner and better this rebuilding takes place, the better for the Maui and state economy. There is a point I would like to stress. Those in favor of short term rentals claim that we will loose millions of dollars in rental revenues. This is nonsense. We have enough vacancies in our existing hotels that can easily handle the short rental loss of rentals and income.
3. Lastly, our Westside community has made it abundantly clear that we want to either phase out shot term rentals or at least drastically cut down on their use.
I want to encourage you, our commission members to start listening to your own people.
We put you in office. Just like us, you live on this island and thus are us. It's time to stand on the side of your own people instead of the big money interest that are largely out of state.
Sincerely your, Richard A Hudson
richard hudson
richraphudson@gmail.com
6 Kiohuohu Lane No. 8
Lahaina, Hawaii 96761
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
Riley Bond
rileybond11@aol.com
7 Malialani Place
Lahaina, Hawaii 96761
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
As someone who was born and raised in Lahaina, this topic is near and dear to my heart. My neighborhood was once full of hard working, local families. We had a sense of community. It was the small things like borrowing something from the pantry or sharing meals. This changed as mainlanders saw an opportunity to create a business, rather than a home driving up residential costs.
We need to keep residential neighborhoods, just that, residential.
Mahalo
Jordan Ruidas
jordan.ruidas@yahoo.com
3843 lower honoapiilani rd
Lahaina, Hawaii 96761
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
Jeffrey ANCOG
ancogohana@aol.com
1740 Ainakea Pl
Lahaina, Hawaii 96761
Housing Land Use Committee,
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I am writing to express my strong support for Councilmember Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105, which would exclude Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) from resuming operations under nonconforming use provisions, particularly in areas affected by disaster.
In the aftermath of the Lahaina fires, our community has made it clear that we do not want TVRs in our neighborhoods. This message has been consistent throughout our recovery, and it’s crucial that the County listens. In the LTRP feedback presentation, eliminating short-term vacation rentals in neighborhoods was one of the top five concerns raised by residents. Housing needs, limiting oversized homes, and removing TVRs. We encourage you to listen to our community and act on these concerns. were repeatedly highlighted as urgent priorities to address West Maui's housing shortage.
Rebuilding TVRs would not only divert critical resources but also directly compete with the rebuilding of long-term housing. Workers like contractors and electricians are already in short supply, and restoring short-term rental properties will further delay the construction of affordable homes. Additionally, water allocations are already strained, and prioritizing TVRs would make it harder to meet the needs of local families.
TVRs have contributed to the displacement of local families and the rising unaffordability of housing in West Maui. By excluding them from nonconforming use, we can prioritize long-term housing and the recovery of our community. This amendment reflects the needs of the families who have lost everything.
I urge you to pass this amendment to protect the future of our neighborhoods and ensure our recovery prioritizes local residents.
Mahalo
Kelli Medeiros
kellimaui@hotmail.com
66 Kumulaau Ohia Loop
Wailuku, Hawaii 96793
Housing Land Use Committee,
Dear Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
I've lived in West Maui for 21 years and fully support Tamara's amendment to Bill 105.
I am grateful for the intent of Bill 105 because I believe it will help in the rebuild of Lahaina. However, if passed without excluding short-term rental TVRs it will actually worsen the housing crisis that has already caused local families to leave Maui and drastically increased the cost of housing.
Tamara Paltin’s amendment to Bill 105 would stop nonconforming TVRs from being rebuilt in residential areas. This has been badly needed for some time as rent prices have escalated astronomically due to TVRs.
My friends and neighbors have made it resoundingly clear that we do not want TVRs.
Please represent our community and don’t miss this opportunity to insure positive forward movement in the rebuild of Lahaina.
Mahalo for all your hard work!
Sincerely, Jacqueline Hudson
(808) 269-0295
Poppy Hudson
raphudson@gmail.com
6 Kiohuohu Ln
Lahaina, Hawaii 96761