Communications, Reports, and Council Oversight Committee - 2026-01-06
Votes on Quarterly Affordable Housing Report Filed, 8-0 (unanimous with Council Member Villegas excused)
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The County Council approved 97% of 204 recorded land-use decisions this period. Most frequent dissent: James Hustace (18 of 37 recorded votes).
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The Communications, Reports, and Council Oversight Committee held a brief session reviewing the quarterly affordable housing report. The only notable development activity was the addition of 10 senior rental units by Hope Services in Honokaa.
- Jurisdiction
- Hawaii County, HI
- Governing body
- Advisory (makes a recommendation)
- Date
- January 6, 2026
- Decisions
- 1 zoning decision
- Outcome
- Voted, 8-0 (unanimous with Council Member Villegas excused)
Meeting Summary
The Communications, Reports, and Council Oversight Committee held a brief session reviewing the quarterly affordable housing report. The only notable development activity was the addition of 10 senior rental units by Hope Services in Honokaa.
Key Decisions (1)
Quarterly Affordable Housing Report Filed
Development Activity (1)
Our Lady of Lourdes Senior Rentals
Residential
Market Signals (2)
Housing Demand
Council member commended Hope Services for senior rental development, noting…
Other
Kona Country Club is expected to submit a rezoning extension…
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