research
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What Maui Renters Are Telling Us: Early Findings From Our 2026 Housing Survey
Maui Housing Hui’s preliminary survey confirms a severe housing crisis impacting residents, especially renters, exacerbated by the August 2023 wildfires. Many community members report high housing costs, instability, and fears of displacement. The findings emphasize the urgent need for comprehensive housing solutions and protections to help residents remain in their communities.
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Cost Benefit Analysis on the Minatoya Phaseout
Executive Summary The County of Maui faces a pivotal decision: whether to maintain the Minatoya list—a legal interpretation that allows thousands of short-term vacation rentals (STRs) to operate in apartment-zoned districts—or to phase it out to address a worsening housing crisis. This cost-benefit analysis assesses the impacts of maintaining the status quo and implementing a…
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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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