The County of Hawaii Office of Housing and Community Development is excited to announce the commencement of public meetings to gather community input for the development of the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan.
The Consolidated Plan (CP) serves as a vital blueprint, ensuring that communities receiving federal U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) assistance effectively address the housing and related needs of low- and moderate-income families. It aims to enhance the availability and affordability of decent, safe, and sanitary housing within suitable living environments.
The County of Hawaiʻi’s CP will outline the needs, priorities, funding plans, and program certification requirements over the five-year period between 2025 and 2029. Submission of the CP to HUD is required for the County of Hawaiʻi to receive its annual Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) allocations. Similarly, the State relies on the CP to obtain its annual HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), Housing for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA), and National Housing Trust Fund (HTF) allocations.
To meet federal requirements and the County of Hawaiʻi's Citizen Participation Plan, a series of public meetings will be conducted at various locations and times on Hawaiʻi Island. These meetings offer an opportunity for engagement with diverse communities to solicit views and comments on goals and priorities related to housing, community development, and homelessness for the upcoming five years.
"Your voice matters in shaping the future of our community. Join us in these public meetings to ensure that every perspective is heard, and every need is addressed,” Housing Administrator Susan Kunz. “Together, we can build a brighter, more inclusive future for all residents of Hawaiʻi Island.
Persons requiring special needs (i.e., sign language or bilingual interpreters) should call the Office of Housing and Community Development at (808) 961-8379 at least ten (10) days prior to the meetings so arrangements can be made to accommodate them.
For more information about the public meetings and the Consolidated Plan, please contact the County of Hawaiʻi Office of Housing and Community Development at (808) 961-8379.
The County of Hawaiʻi Office of Housing and Community Development is responsible for the planning, administration, and operation of all County of Hawai’i housing programs. Our Mission is to provide for the development of viable communities through decent housing, suitable living environments and expanded economic opportunities.
