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š The Environmental Cost of Housing Instability ā And How Renter Protections Can Help š±
When we talk about protecting the environment, we often think about reducing plastic use, conserving energy, or driving less. But thereās a hidden environmental issue we rarely connect to sustainability: housing instabilityāespecially for renters without strong legislative protections. Renters Move More ā And Itās Not By Choice.
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We’re Heading to South Maui! Join Us for Renterās Rights Training in KÄ«hei
For the first time ever, Maui Housing Hui and our partner in our Housing Justice Initiative, S.O.U.L. Law Firm, are bringing our monthly Renterās Rights Training to the Southside! š Pro Arts Playhouse, KÄ«hei š April 21st | 5PMā7PM š½ļø Free Dinner & Childcare Provided
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Maui’s Housing Emergency: The Need for Rental Assistance
Rental assistance programs are one of the most effective, immediate ways we can provide relief to families across the island. These programs don’t just help individualsāthey strengthen our entire community. Now, more than ever, we need local solutionsāand rental assistance is one we can act on right now.
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A Successful Night at Our Renterās Rights Training!
Last nightās Renterās Rights Training was one of our best! We had a solid turnout with lots of new faces in attendance, which tells us that more and more Maui residents are eager to learn about their rights and resources. One of the highlights of the evening was the opportunity for attendees to get answers…
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You can raise your voice in many ways: Research is one.
Empowering Change: Your Voice Matters in the Fight for Tenants’ Rights In the quest for change, it’s crucial to have our facts straight, especially when addressing our leaders and advocating for essential reforms. In Maui, where tenants’ rights are a pressing concern, one way to ensure that we are well-informed and equipped with the most…
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Know Your Rights: Join Us for a Free Renterās Rights Training
Renting in Maui can be challenging, especially in the wake of the growing housing crisis following the 2023 wildfires. Many renters face issues like unclear lease terms, unexpected eviction notices, or difficulties getting their security deposits back. Landlords may not be clear on what the landlord tenant code actually says. (HINT: It often doesn’t say…
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Have Your Say: Public Hearings on Mauiās $1.6 Billion Disaster Recovery Plan
The road to rebuilding Maui is long, and how we navigate it will shape our islandās future for generations to come. A significant step in this process is the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funding, which will provide $1.6 billion to support recovery efforts from the 2023 Maui wildfires. This funding, allocated by…
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HB2742 Explained: Small Steps Toward Housing Stability in Hawaii
Hawaii House Bill 2742 (HB2742) addresses significant housing concerns by amending the state’s Landlord-Tenant Code. The bill’s provisions aim to balance the rights of tenants and landlords during emergencies, particularly following events like the devastating wildfires in Maui. Key Elements of HB2742: Impacts of HB2742: This legislation helps mitigate homelessness and housing insecurity by: HB2742…
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Understanding Maui’s Rising Rent and Housing Instability
The University of HawaiŹ»i Economic Research Organization (UHERO) recently released a new socioeconomic report that sheds light on the growing housing instability and rising poverty on Maui. This detailed analysis offers a sobering look at how the wildfires have intensified the already-precarious situation for thousands of residents. In this post, we’ll dive into the report’s…
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