Station 1: Design Guidelines

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How Would You Shade Streets?

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Providing Shaded Sidewalks

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Architectural Design Guidelines

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Design Guidelines

Larry Oct 10 2025 at 5:31PM on page 3

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Posts are nice for looks here and there but nice to not have posts in general, cantilever, to maximize sidewalk space

Ashleigh Taylor Oct 10 2025 at 3:14PM on page 2

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Aloha,
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Bev Oct 10 2025 at 1:49PM on page 3

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I support a mix of the building options mentioned, but note that the awnings are not, to my knowledge, “historical”. I think building owners should decide which, if any, shade option they want to use.
I also support the use of as many site appropriate shade trees as are feasible.

Bev Oct 10 2025 at 1:33PM on page 3

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Definitely a few shade trees, as space allows. Right Tree Hawaii could certainly suggest appropriately sized, low trash, drought and salt tolerant species. It would require a long term commitment to maintenance by the County, of course. Haha.

Ravi Oct 10 2025 at 1:12PM on page 3

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Maximize shade trees - sun protection, cooler, help generate rainfall - with some awnings without pillars.

Bev Oct 10 2025 at 1:10PM on page 3

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Love coconut trees, but they’re not suitable for a small, dense area like Front St

Bev Oct 10 2025 at 12:59PM on page 3

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These were OK at the harbor, but probably not Front St.

Bev Oct 10 2025 at 12:44PM on page 3

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One & two story galleries are traditional elements in commercial buildings of this era and are excellent shade. Support posts would not be an “impediment to walking” if the sidewalks were widened, besides, these is a funky old town, not the mall.

Mariko Oct 10 2025 at 12:18PM on page 3

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I like two story gallery because it adds more space. But it may also be nice to leave it to the owners of the buildings and have a variety of shade elements.

Mariko Oct 10 2025 at 12:14PM on page 3

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Combination of shade tree and shade elements attached to buildings is the way to go. Plant as many trees as possible, bit it will be limited by what infrastructure lines are under the Front Street.

Markus Franiek Oct 10 2025 at 10:07AM on page 4

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Second floor balcony and awning features are desirable for practical use and asthetics

Markus Franiek Oct 10 2025 at 10:05AM on page 4

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Street level vertical posts can obstruct pedestrian flow and should be more limited. Cantilevered awnings can be used.

Markus Franiek Oct 10 2025 at 10:03AM on page 3

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Town gets hot so dense shade trees and building awning best. Hoping to see rebuilding/design as close to what was.

Katie Austin Oct 10 2025 at 8:12AM on page 3

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Keep the Projecting Lanai like before.

Annelise cochran Oct 10 2025 at 8:04AM on page 3

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I think in planning the replanting of shade trees some of the history of lahaina should be honored. I know species will be chosen to be environmentally beneficial but the inclusion of breadfruit trees would mean alot to the people of lahaina because of the history. Lahaina lost all of its famous and historic breadfruit. I think a nod should be made to the local history by choosing to replant some of these historic trees.

Mark Deakos Oct 10 2025 at 6:34AM on page 4

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Since shading is beneficial to the building and pedestrians, we should adjust any regulations that prohibit overhangs into public spaces, as long as it doesn't interfere with pedestrian traffic.

Mark Deakos Oct 10 2025 at 6:32AM on page 4

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There are so many benefits to large, dense shade canopies; this needs to be a big priority. We know more affluent neighborhoods have significantly more large canopy shade trees (e.g., Wailea, Kapalua). We know dense canopies reduce crime, reduce the heat-island effect, and improve the quality of life for its residents.

Mark Deakos Oct 10 2025 at 6:29AM on page 3

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Shade canopies should be large enough to provide significant shade, keeping the buildings cooler and allowing for more outdoor living (eating and rest areas). We need to take advantage of our climate by reducing indoor air-conditioned spaces and increasing outdoor shaded areas that are inviting to pedestrians.

Mark Deakos Oct 10 2025 at 6:25AM on page 3

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Large canopy shade trees have stacking functions by not only providing shade to the adjacent buildings if placed in the proper location, but also have many secondary benefits like carbon capture, habitat for other species, soil stabilization if near the coastline, and have a soothing/healing impact on the community.

Mark Deakos Oct 10 2025 at 6:20AM on page 2

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While we certainly want to preserve history, plantation style homes were not built for Hawaii's climate, they were built to house plantation workers. Although vernacular is important, I think it's more important that the home be designed for comfort and takes advantage of Hawaii's climate (more similar to native Hawaiian architecture with lots of passive ventilation, large shaded outdoor gathering areas, large roof overhangs on the south side that keep the buildings cool, etc.).

Krystal Lota Oct 9 2025 at 9:07PM on page 4

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Providing dense shady trees are important for both residents and tourists. Similar to those that existed across Lahaina pizza Company we had large shaded trees in addition to benches that provided a place to sit. To encourage shopping and visiting of both our families with keiki and kupuna it is of great importance to offer family friendly spaces. Placing covered structures in public areas looks like something that belongs in the continent and does not highlight our island lifestyle and environment. Shaded awnings should be encouraged as Lahaina is amongst the hottest places on island.

Krystal Lota Oct 9 2025 at 8:57PM on page 1

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The only real parking available in Lahaina to access front street is Outlets of Maui and the wharf. We had the one lot behind Lahaina pizza co and that was almost always full. We may want to look into a parking structure to add easily accessible parking. More parking would mean locals could better support some of our small businesses. We would drive around a few times to get Ululanis or Lahaina Pizza Company. We also want to make the residents feel welcome on Front St. if and when we want to walk
our town. Parking is the first step!

Krystal Lota Oct 9 2025 at 8:45PM on page 2

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We should try to rebuild what was lost in Lahaina and have the same old historic charm while building back more sustainably. We should encourage plantation style rebuilds as in photos, but should not allow rebuilds that could jeopardize public spaces, access, and beaches. We do not want homes or restaurants falling into the ocean like many coastal towns around the world, this is a liability waiting to happen. We should highlight the true history of the Hawaiian people native to this land and educate the tourists who visit. As we begin to restore the historically significant spaces that were lost in Lahaina we can share the important history that people can return home with.

Krystal Lota Oct 9 2025 at 8:02PM on page 4

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I don't really recall very many overgrown trees in Lahaina. I also don't think that is an excuse not to plant more trees. I feel like a few phones calls to the right people could also solve that problem if it it was an issue. Planting more trees creates shade and decreases the temperature throughout the town. We lost many mature trees in the fire. We lost a large mature mango tree on my grandmother's lot that must have been over 50+ years. I also had an aunt who must have had more than a half dozen plumeria trees downtown near the wharf.

Krista Woodward Oct 9 2025 at 6:57PM on page 3

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Nature nurtures. Please keep plenty of native, heat tolerant, and culturally significant trees in the plan.

Krista Woodward Oct 9 2025 at 6:51PM on page 4

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Yes, lots of native trees please, for cooling, culture, beautification, and habitat.

Cybil Oct 9 2025 at 6:32PM on page 4

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i like the two story shade, i thought we had that before

Ikaika W. Oct 9 2025 at 8:21AM on page 3

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The city should give options and not strict requirements. I like all of them but the two story gallery is the best. I can imagine people loving the chance to sit outside under a shaded gallery.

Ikaika W. Oct 9 2025 at 8:20AM on page 1

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There should be options not requirements, unless the government is paying for it

Ikaika W. Oct 9 2025 at 8:19AM on page 1

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The current landscaping laws are too rigid. Property owners should not have to jump through so many hoops to rebuild

Ikaika W. Oct 9 2025 at 8:19AM on page 3

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This seems like a high maintenance option that would end up costing a lot of money and headaches. We are also in a drought so I don’t think we need to be adding lots of large trees. They could also interfere with sight lines, signage, and pedestrian flow. A more open design on the mauka side would better support visibility and accessibility

Jackie Keefe Oct 8 2025 at 9:23PM on page 2

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i'd like to see some accessible entrances... i'm seeing too many stairs here and we should really be aiming for universal design in this rebuild

Jackie Keefe Oct 8 2025 at 9:22PM on page 2

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2 story limit!
we should return mixed use to Front Street.
Original use of second floor was for residential and we should not return to multiple stories unless they will be used this way.

Jackie Keefe Oct 8 2025 at 9:21PM on page 1

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ensure that we are prioritizing native plants.
do not allow leaf blowers: it is a noise pollution problem AND bad for the environment. (leaf compaction enables healthy topsoil.)

Jackie Keefe Oct 8 2025 at 9:18PM on page 1

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Lahaina should be a walkable town. We need to ensure we're not prioritizing cars. We should have excellent public transportation options and no parking in Lahaina town.
Our residents would benefit and foot traffic is better for businesses.
Please ensure we don't have dark street corners where we do allow cars, like ones like Lahainaluna & Wainee where our 'ohana was constantly being hit (& run) by cars.

Patricia Gotschalk Oct 8 2025 at 5:06PM on page 4

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Are the sidewalks going to be wider? If not these pillars could impede foot traffic. Also trash tends to collect around the base of pillars. I wasnʻt able to make a separate comments about the free-standing shade area but I donʻt like the way it looks.

Patricia Gotschalk Oct 8 2025 at 5:04PM on page 4

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If you can plant native shade trees that would be the best. Ulu would be great except they drop the fruit which could be a hazard to pedestrians.

Mahealani Oct 8 2025 at 2:55PM on page 3

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Compared to the two-story gallery, this option feels like a downgrade. It adds clutter without adding as much value. However, I think the property owners should get to decide

Mahealani Oct 8 2025 at 2:54PM on page 3

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I think the two-story gallery would be really nice for Lahaina. It would fit the vibe of the old town and private property owners would be incentivized to pay for shading for pedestrians because it would give them more space. This would be cheaper than if the county had to provide all the shade on Front Street.

Mahealani Oct 8 2025 at 2:54PM on page 3

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Maybe the county should allow each property owner to decide what works best for them since they are the ones paying for it. Or allow them to build what was previously there.

Mahealani Oct 8 2025 at 2:52PM on page 3

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Who’s going to prune and clean up after these trees? Fallen leaves, roots lifting pavement, and irrigation needs could become a long-term burden.

Kai Nishiki Oct 8 2025 at 11:51AM on page 4

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only trees & foliage, no awnings

Kai Nishiki Oct 8 2025 at 11:49AM on page 3

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Support many shade trees, including food and flower producing foliage with nameplates. no awnings or shade structures. more green, less buildings, more open spaces especially on shoreline.

Lois Reiswig Maui Arts League Oct 7 2025 at 9:10AM on page 2

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Native Hawaiian cultural sites are key to Lahaina's history. It needs to be maintained and shared with the community and visitors. I dare say there is NO OTHER TOWN, including Honolulu, that has the historical significance and recognition as Lahaina. Let's preserve this.

Lois Reiswig Maui Arts League Oct 7 2025 at 9:04AM on page 1

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I support letting those that owned frontage types (like beach front properties) proceed with rebuilding the footprint their property was approved in previous years. It is important to maintain the character of the town; both business and private locations. This is what is called a community. We don't want just a residential area or just a industrial business area. Nothing is more important than the charm of the town. Please don't destroy what was built over the years.

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