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Commission authorizes chair to negotiate with OHA on Kaka'ako Makai Lot I

Hawaiian Homes Commission · December 16, 2025
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Summary

The Hawaiian Homes Commission delegated authority to its chair to negotiate a memorandum of understanding with the Office of Hawaiian Affairs to explore development of Kakaʻako Makai Lot I on Oʻahu. Staff said negotiations would explore terms for site access and mixed‑use development intended to benefit DHHL beneficiaries; the vote was unanimous.

The Hawaiian Homes Commission on Dec. 15 voted to authorize the chairperson to negotiate with the Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) on potential development of Kakaʻako Makai Lot I in Oʻahu.

Kalani Fronde, acting administrator for the Land Development Division, and land agent Carlisle Hanley presented background: OHA holds the larger parcel of 29 acres in the area and has signaled interest in exploring joint development with DHHL. Staff recommended…

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