Changes Affecting Subdivision Improvements to Surface in Committee

The Maui County Council’s Water and Infrastructure Committee will discuss changes to ordinances affecting subdivision improvements at its Sept. 16 meeting, Committee Chair Alice L. Lee announced. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. in the King Kekaulike High School cafeteria.

The Committee is considering proposed legislation to limit subdivision water main extension reimbursements to $100,000, provide a consistent 50 percent reimbursement rate, and allow subdividers five years to complete subdivision water system improvements. Written testimony may be emailed to [email protected], referencing WAI-18.

The Committee is also considering proposed legislation to require improvements to existing streets for a subdivision creating two developable lots, except for an applicant on the priority list for the Upcountry water system who qualifies for the exemption from fire protection mainline infrastructure improvements. Written testimony may be emailed to [email protected], referencing WAI-38.

The meeting is open to the public. All interested residents are encouraged to attend or submit testimony.