Committee on Zoning and Planning, Thursday, May 21, 2026
- As the agenda prints it
- COMMITTEE ON ZONING & PLANNING · REGULAR MEETING · CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER · 9:00 A.M.
- Voting members, as printed
- Esther Kiaʻāina, Chair; Tommy Waters, Vice Chair; Radiant Cordero; Val A. Okimoto; Andria Tupola
- The council's document
- Agenda (PDF, 9 pages). Testimony instructions are on the agenda.
For action: 10 items
1. RESOLUTION 26-90
APPOINTMENT OF MICAH KIM TO SERVE ON THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS. Confirming the appointment of Micah Kim to serve on the Zoning Board of Appeals of the City and County of Honolulu for a term to expire on June 30, 2030. (Transmitted by Communication MM-53[26]; public hearing held 5/13/26)
- The measure in the council's system
- RES26-090: CONFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF MICAH KIM TO SERVE ON THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU. Introduced by TOMMY WATERS - By Request, April 22, 2026
Last event, as the system prints it: June 3, 2026. Committee report and Resolution as amended were adopted. - Board area
- Not placed: the item prints no tax map key.
What else the agenda prints under this item
PROPOSED CD1 TO RESOLUTION 26-90 (Submitted by Councilmember Kiaʻāina) – The CD1 (OCS2026-0314/5/15/2026 8:39 AM) makes the following amendments: A. In the fourth WHEREAS clause, identifies the Mayor's letter as Mayor's Message 53 (2026). B. In the fifth WHEREAS clause, adds that Micah Kim would succeed Margaret Cannell, whose term expired on June 30, 2025, if confirmed by the Council. C. Makes miscellaneous technical and nonsubstantive amendments. Related communication: CC-96(26) Council Chair Waters, submitting corrected Voter Certificates to reference the current Acting City Clerk.
2. RESOLUTION 26-102
REAPPOINTMENT OF RYAN TOYOMURA TO SERVE ON THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS. Confirming the reappointment of Ryan Toyomura to serve on the Zoning Board of Appeals of the City and County of Honolulu for a term to expire on June 30, 2031. (Transmitted by Communication MM-61[26]; public hearing held 5/13/26)
- The measure in the council's system
- RES26-102: CONFIRMING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF RYAN TOYOMURA TO SERVE ON THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU. Introduced by TOMMY WATERS - By Request, April 29, 2026
Last event, as the system prints it: June 3, 2026. Committee report and Resolution as amended were adopted. - Board area
- Not placed: the item prints no tax map key.
What else the agenda prints under this item
PROPOSED CD1 TO RESOLUTION 26-102 (Submitted by Councilmember Kiaʻāina) – The CD1 (OCS2026-0297/5/14/2026 1:22 PM) makes the following amendments: A. In the fourth WHEREAS clause, identifies the Mayor's letter as Mayor's Message 61 (2026) and corrects the date of the letter to April 28, 2026. B. Makes miscellaneous technical and nonsubstantive amendments.
3. RESOLUTION 26-96
REAPPOINTMENT OF RICHARD DAVIS TO SERVE ON THE OʻAHU HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION. Confirming the reappointment of Richard Davis to serve on the Oʻahu Historic Preservation Commission of the City and County of Honolulu for a term to expire on June 16, 2031. (Transmitted by Communication MM-55[26]; public hearing held 5/13/26)
- The measure in the council's system
- RES26-096: CONFIRMING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF RICHARD DAVIS TO SERVE ON THE OʻAHU HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU. Introduced by TOMMY WATERS - By Request, April 27, 2026
Last event, as the system prints it: June 3, 2026. Committee report and Resolution as amended were adopted. - Board area
- Not placed: the item prints no tax map key.
What else the agenda prints under this item
PROPOSED CD1 TO RESOLUTION 26-96 (Submitted by Councilmember Kiaʻāina) – The CD1 (OCS2026-0295/5/15/2026 9:19 AM) makes the following amendments: A. Separates the third WHEREAS clause, relating to commissioner qualifications, into two WHEREAS clauses: 1. In the third WHEREAS clause, includes the list of disciplines (academic fields of study) that commissioners are selected from; and 2. In the fourth WHEREAS clause, details the expertise and knowledge commissioners must possess, and provides that the Mayor is required to seek recommendations on Commission appointments from community, professional, and ethnic organizations. B. In the seventh WHEREAS clause, provides that the Mayor reappointed Richard Davis to the Oʻahu Historic Preservation Commission by Mayor's Message 55 (2026). C. In the eighth WHEREAS clause, provides that Richard Davis will serve for a second term to expire on June 16, 2031, and continue to provide representation in the archaeology discipline. D. Makes miscellaneous technical and nonsubstantive amendments.
4. RESOLUTION 26-100
APPOINTMENT OF LANI LAPILIO TO SERVE ON THE OʻAHU HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION. Confirming the appointment of Lani Lapilio to serve on the Oʻahu Historic Preservation Commission of the City and County of Honolulu for a term to expire on June 16, 2031. (Transmitted by Communication MM-58[26]; public hearing held 5/13/26)
- The measure in the council's system
- RES26-100: CONFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF LANI MAʻA LAPILIO TO SERVE ON THE OʻAHU HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU. Introduced by TOMMY WATERS - By Request, April 29, 2026
Last event, as the system prints it: June 3, 2026. Committee report and Resolution as amended were adopted. - Board area
- Not placed: the item prints no tax map key.
What else the agenda prints under this item
PROPOSED CD1 TO RESOLUTION 26-100 (Submitted by Councilmember Kiaʻāina) – The CD1 (OCS2026-0296/5/15/2026 11:15 AM) makes the following amendments: A. Amends the resolution title to read as follows: "CONFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF LANI MAʻA LAPILIO TO SERVE ON THE OʻAHU HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU." B. Separates the third WHEREAS clause, relating to commissioner qualifications, into two WHEREAS clauses: 1. In the third WHEREAS clause, includes the list of disciplines (academic fields of study) that commissioners are selected from; and 2. In the fourth WHEREAS clause, details the expertise and knowledge commissioners must possess, and that the Mayor is required to seek recommendations on Commission appointments from community, professional, and ethnic organizations. C. In the seventh WHEREAS clause, provides that the Mayor appointed Lani Maʻa Lapilio to the Oʻahu Historic Preservation Commission by Mayor's Message 58 (2026). D. In the eighth WHEREAS clause, provides that Lani Maʻa Lapilio will succeed Kai E. White, whose term will expire on June 16, 2026, serve for a term to expire on June 16, 2031, and provide representation in the Hawaiian culture discipline. E. Makes miscellaneous technical and nonsubstantive amendments. Related communication: CC-96(26) Council Chair Waters, submitting corrected Voter Certificates to reference the current Acting City Clerk.
5. RESOLUTION 26-97
REAPPOINTMENT OF HILARIE ALOMAR TO SERVE ON THE PLANNING COMMISSION. Confirming the reappointment of Hilarie Alomar to serve on the Planning Commission of the City and County of Honolulu for a term to expire on June 30, 2031. (Transmitted by Communication MM-56[26]; public hearing held 5/13/26)
- The measure in the council's system
- RES26-097: CONFIRMING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF HILARIE ALOMAR TO SERVE ON THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU. Introduced by TOMMY WATERS - By Request, April 27, 2026
Last event, as the system prints it: June 3, 2026. Committee report and Resolution as amended were adopted. - Board area
- Not placed: the item prints no tax map key.
What else the agenda prints under this item
PROPOSED CD1 TO RESOLUTION 26-97 (Submitted by Councilmember Kiaʻāina) – The CD1 (OCS2026-0313/5/15/2026 8:05 AM) makes the following amendments: A. Adds a new second WHEREAS clause stating that, pursuant to Charter Section 13-103, members of the Planning Commission are appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council for staggered five-year terms. B. In the now-fifth WHEREAS clause, adds a reference to Mayor's Message 56 (2026). C. Adds a new sixth WHEREAS clause to state that, if Hilarie Alomar is confirmed by the Council, she will serve for a second term to expire on June 30, 2031. D. Makes miscellaneous technical and nonsubstantive amendments. Related communications: CC-96(26) Council Chair Waters, submitting corrected Voter Certificates to reference the current Acting City Clerk. MM-68(26) Managing Director, submitting supplement information to MM-56(26)
6. RESOLUTION 26-105
SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE AMENDMENT RELATING TO ADOPTION OF RULES. Proposing an amendment to Chapter 22, Revised Ordinances of Honolulu 2021 (the Subdivision Ordinance), relating to the adoption of rules.
- The measure in the council's system
- RES26-105: PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 22, REVISED ORDINANCES OF HONOLULU 2021 (THE SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE), RELATING TO THE ADOPTION OF RULES. Introduced by ESTHER KIAʻĀINA, May 4, 2026
Last event, as the system prints it: June 3, 2026. Committee report and Resolution were adopted. - Board area
- Not placed: the item prints no tax map key.
What else the agenda prints under this item
Related communication: CC-104(26) Office of the City Clerk, notifying the Department of Planning and Permitting of the introduction of the Resolution.
7. RESOLUTION 26-127
REVISION TO THE PIM TO THE PRIMARY URBAN CENTER DEVELOPMENT PLAN AREA. Adopting a revision to the Public Infrastructure Map (PIM) for the Primary Urban Center Development Plan area to add a symbol for a government building in the vicinity of 3588 Wai‘alae Avenue.
- The measure in the council's system
- RES26-127: ADOPTING A REVISION TO THE PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE MAP FOR THE PRIMARY URBAN CENTER DEVELOPMENT PLAN AREA. Introduced by TOMMY WATERS, May 14, 2026
Last event, as the system prints it: June 3, 2026. Committee report and Resolution were adopted. - Board area
- Not placed: the item prints no tax map key.
What else the agenda prints under this item
Related communication: CC-114(26) Office of the City Clerk, notifying the Department of Planning and Permitting of the introduction of the Resolution. Item No. 8 has been cancelled.
8. RESOLUTION 26-128
REVISION TO THE PIM FOR THE WAI‘ANAE SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES PLAN AREA. Adopting a Revision to the Public Infrastructure Map (PIM) for the Wai‘anae Sustainable Communities Plan area to add a symbol for government building in the vicinity of 86-15 Farrington Highway and 85-29 Lualualei Homestead Road.
- The measure in the council's system
- RES26-128: ADOPTING A REVISION TO THE PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE MAP FOR THE WAIʻANAE SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES PLAN AREA. Introduced by ANDRIA TUPOLA, May 15, 2026
Last event, as the system prints it: May 21, 2026. Cancelled and not considered. - Board area
- Not placed: the item prints no tax map key.
What else the agenda prints under this item
Related communication: CC-116(26) Office of the City Clerk, notifying the Department of Planning and Permitting of the introduction of the Resolution.
9. BILL 70 (2025), CD1
RELATING TO PARKS AND PLAYGROUNDS. Allowing dog parks to be credited toward satisfying the requirements for the provision or dedication of land for park and playground purposes. (Bill passed second reading and public hearing held 12/3/25)
- The measure in the council's system
- BILL070(25): RELATING TO PARKS AND PLAYGROUNDS. Introduced by TOMMY WATERS, ANDRIA TUPOLA, Oct. 29, 2025
Last event, as the system prints it: July 1, 2026. Final reading notice published in the Honolulu Star-Advertiser. - Board area
- Not placed: the item prints no tax map key.
What else the agenda prints under this item
PROPOSED CD2 TO BILL 70 (2025), CD1 (Submitted by Councilmember Tupola) – The CD2 (OCS2026-0294/5/13/2026 11:06 AM) makes the following amendments: A. Adds a new SECTION 2 to the bill that amends the definitions of "City" and "Privately Owned Parks and Playgrounds." Renumbers subsequent SECTIONS of the bill accordingly. B. In renumbered SECTION 3 of the bill, which amends ROH § 22-7.8: 1. Amends the title of the section to clarify that the section covers a credit toward new land required for parks and playgrounds. 2. Amends subsections (a) and (c) to clarify that the credit applies toward new land dedicated or provided in perpetuity for park and playground purposes. 3. Amends proposed new ROH § 22-7.8(d) to read as follows: "(d) Credit for dog parks. When new land is dedicated or provided in perpetuity for use as a dog park, this land may be credited toward the park and playground land area required under § 22-7.5; provided that: (1) The dog park does not use existing publicly or privately owned park and playground land; and (2) The credit may not exceed 10 percent of the park and playground land area required." C. Makes miscellaneous technical and nonsubstantive amendments.
10. BILL 34 (2026), CD1
RELATING TO FLOOD HAZARD AREAS. Amending the Flood Hazard Area Ordinance, Chapter 21A, Revised Ordinances of Honolulu 2021, to update requirements and construction standards for consistency with the requirements of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, to remain eligible for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program and the Community Rating System, and for housekeeping purposes. (Bill passed second reading and public hearing held 5/13/26)
- The measure in the council's system
- BILL034(26): RELATING TO FLOOD HAZARD AREAS. Introduced by ESTHER KIAʻĀINA - By Request, April 9, 2026
Last event, as the system prints it: July 1, 2026. Final reading notice published in the Honolulu Star-Advertiser. - Board area
- Not placed: the item prints no tax map key.
What else the agenda prints under this item
PROPOSED CD2 TO BILL 34 (2026), CD1 (Submitted by Councilmember Kiaʻāina) – The CD2 (OCS2026-0323/5/15/2026 10:17 AM) makes the following amendments: A. Amends ROH § 21A-1.1(d) in SECTION 2 of the bill by clarifying that failure to participate in the program will (instead of could) result in the denial of federal financial assistance for acquisition and construction purposes, and will (instead of could) jeopardize loans secured by improved real estate by lending institutions regulated by the federal government. B. Amends ROH § 21A-1.4 in SECTION 4 of the bill by amending the definition of "New Construction" to retain the quotation marks for "start of construction." C. Amends ROH § 21A-1.5(e) in SECTION 5 of the bill by retaining the reference to the watercourse (instead of watercourse areas). D. Makes miscellaneous technical and nonsubstantive amendments.
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