Hawaii’s construction industry had a strong first quarter with $2.09 billion in spending, but housing construction significantly declined including on Maui where multi-family projects slowed from 2025 levels.
- Maui recorded $170 million in construction activity, dominated by public projects rather than private development.
- Multi-family housing construction on Maui decreased significantly compared to first quarter 2025 levels.
- Statewide housing construction dropped $126 million for single-family and $229 million for multi-family projects.
- Public works projects drove most construction activity while private construction fell from $1.17 billion to $857 million.
- Industry leaders say Hawaii needs over 64,000 new housing units and call for reduced regulatory barriers.
Source: Kauainownews
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