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National Historic Landmark District Update
Community Planning
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Lahaina Historic Marker
“Add markers for Historic sites even if the building cannot be restored/rebuilt...”
Community Quote from Long-Term Planning Recovery Survey
Project Description
A complete architectural assessment on surviving buildings and structures listed in 1974 nomination form as well as other building and structures that contribute to NHLD that were eligible for listing on the national register of historic places prior to August 8, 2023 wildfires. Hawaiian Kingdom history will also be proposed as another period of significance. Archaeological surveys, Traditional Cultural Properties (TCP) studies and oral history reports will document the rich history of Lahaina. TCP studies should include new and existing oral histories report as well as ethnography. These assessments and studies will be used to update the NHLD nomination for submittal and consideration by the National Park Service (NPS).
Purpose
The last update to the NHLD in Lahaina, was in 1974. The community strongly supported the Historic District prior to the fire. Evaluating the NHLD to determine integrity status following the loss of many historic structures in the wildfire, whether boundaries need to be adjusted, and the impact to include other periods of significance to the NHLD is needed to guide redevelopment in Lahaina. There are architectural design guidelines currently in place and the County’s Cultural Resources Commission is the authority for plans within the NHLD.
Interdependencies and Roadblocks
NPS is developing a Section 213 report of the National Historic Preservation Act. This report will contain NPS recommendations relating to the NHLD. This report is due by November 2024. Reviewing it is critical to identify County alignment and/or inconsistencies which may require updating County Code.
Next Steps
- Funding sources will need to be identified beyond the County’s limited Certified Local Government grants
- Funding to start developing the TCP studies to document the various cultures of Lahaina is critical for updating the NHLD nomination
- This effort will require professionals that meet the Secretary of Interior standards to complete this work
Project Details
Cost Estimate:
$500,000-$1 Million
Existing Funding Sources:
Project Lead:
- County Department of Planning
Potential Funding Sources:
- Historic Preservation Fund
- County of Maui
Project Partners:
- State Department of Land and Natural Resources, Historic Preservation Division
- National Park Service
- Cultural Resources Commission
- Local Community Groups
- County Department of Planning
- County Department of ‘Ōiwi Resources
Alignment with West Maui Community Plan (WMCP)
- Goal 2.3 Responsible stewardship of resources, culture, and character
- WMCP Action 3.07 Expand the boundaries of the Historic Districts, and proposed companion amendments to the National Historic Landmark District.
- WMCP Action 3.08 Develop a cultural overlay map identifying the location of important historical events, known burial sites and archaeological resources, and known above -ground resources. Create a cultural overlay district to protect cultural assets and establish an efficient review process for property owners.
- WMCP Action 3.18 Develop new design guidelines for Lahaina Town that provide detailed guidance on the following: rehabilitation of historic buildings, additions to historic buildings, construction of new buildings, landscape and streetscape elements and treatment of archaeological properties and cultural sites.