Maui County has released an updated timeline and launched a public survey for the restoration of Lahaina’s historic Royal Complex, including the sacred sites of Mokuʻula and Mokuhinia. Multiple sources report that a final master plan is expected by spring or summer 2027, with community input being sought on this culturally significant area that includes the former Malu ʻUlu o Lele Park and pre-fire Kamehameha III Elementary School site.
- Updated timeline released shows research and technical studies planned from summer 2026 through spring 2027
- Final master plan expected to be delivered by summer 2027 (Aol) or spring 2027 (Maui Now)
- Public survey launched by County Department of ʻŌiwi Resources to gather community feedback on the site’s future
- Master plan area encompasses sacred sites including Mokuʻula, Loko o Mokuhinia, Pākalā and Loko o Nālehu
- Site includes former Malu ʻUlu o Lele Park and pre-fire Kamehameha III Elementary School location
- Initial clearing work underway to remove basketball courts, baseball fences and other infrastructure to assess the landscape (Maui Now)
- Project aims to create space for cultural, ecological and community healing with principle ‘ola ka ʻāina, ola ke kanaka’ – when the land thrives, so do the people
- Construction will not begin immediately after master plan completion; plan will serve as community-driven roadmap
Sources
- Aol: Maui County releases Lahaina Royal Complex restoration timeline, survey
- Maui Now: Mokuʻula in focus: Input sought on master plan for Lahaina Royal Complex, building a ‘living framework’
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