Lahaina’s recovery calls for thoughtful planning that honors the town’s history while addressing the needs of future generations. The Rebuild Lahaina Plan focuses on the core of Lahaina, including business centers, public lands, circulation and mobility, Front Street, transit hubs, and public facilities, with public feedback continuing to shape a shared vision for Lahaina’s future.
As part of the broader Rebuild Lahaina Plan, the Commercial Design Guidelines aim to support the Lahaina community’s rebuilding efforts and assist in meeting community needs, incorporating climate resilience and sustainability, and honoring the cultural and historical significance of Lahaina. These guidelines build on existing regulatory and policy documents and are grounded in historic Lahaina building styles and community feedback.
Approved by the Maui County Cultural Resource Commission on May 7, 2026.
A summary of Phase I community engagement activities, key feedback, and themes that continue to guide the Rebuild Lahaina Plan.
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Between April and June, a series of in-person workshops were held at the Lahainaluna High School cafeteria to gather input from residents on topics specific to the areas of Kelawea Mauka, Wahikuli, Lahaina Town North and South, and the Historic and Business Districts. Residents had the opportunity to speak with recovery support teams and collaborate with their fellow community members on their vision for recovery.
At the County of Maui's weekly update meeting for Lahaina residents impacted by the 2023 August wildfires, the Community Planning team gave a presentation on the recovery planning process, and shared what we've heard from the community so far. Information boards were also on display for the public to learn about the various Recovery Support Function (RSF) teams.
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Hundreds of houses, sites, jobs, monuments, and people were torn/broken from the Lahaina fires last August.
I feel that creating the exact building structures will not create the same feelings that the Old Lahaina town did for everyone, especially for people who lived there. However, I am hoping that replicating the previous monuments, stores, and scenaries will attract visitors from around the world once again as it shows what the Old Lahaina town used to look like. Feelings of distress may arise if locals realize that historic areas of Lahaina were not even attempted to be rebuilt as well.
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Elizabeth T.
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Mar 27