Department of Housing and Land Management

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Department of Housing and Land Management

Ka ʻOihana Hoʻolālā Kūkulu Hale A Me Ka Hoʻokele ʻĀina

Land Transactions Division

Managing City land transactions to support housing, infrastructure, and community needs.

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Our Mission

The Land Transactions Division leads and reviews all real estate transactions involving City property interests. This includes acquisitions, dispositions, easements, dedications, rights-of-entry, and inter-agency use agreements. The division ensures that all land transactions are aligned with City objectives, legally compliant, and strategically support housing, infrastructure, and community development initiatives.

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Every land transaction the City undertakes plays a critical role in shaping Oʻahu’s future. By managing the City’s real property interests with transparency, diligence, and long-term strategy, the Land Transactions Division ensures that public lands are used to support housing, infrastructure, and equity-driven community development. In an island environment where land is limited, our work helps ensure that this vital resource is used for the greatest public good.

Previously owned by the Atherton Family Foundation and leased to CPB as its Operations Center, the property was sold to the City for $12,000,000 and will now be repurposed as a centralized hub for DCS, the agency responsible for addressing homelessness, workforce training, and grants administration. The Department of Housing and Land Management facilitated the transaction, which also included additional contributions from CPB valued at more than $1,630,000. These assets—ranging from the adjoining Stillman Lane parcel and rooftop photovoltaic system to a UPS battery backup, essential building equipment, and office furniture—will reduce startup costs and make the property move-in ready.

City acquired 819 South Beretania Street to support the development of a new HPD Annex, expanding Honolulu Police Department (HPD) operational capacity and strategically consolidating key policing functions at its main station. The new facility—located immediately adjacent to HPD’s headquarters at 801 South Beretania Street—will improve efficiency, enhance collaboration, and support long-term planning. The 24,000-square-foot site will be redeveloped as a purpose-built facility designed to immediately support HPD operations by easing parking constraints for personnel working in the area. In addition, the City and HPD will explore future opportunities to incorporate workforce housing on the site, aligning with ongoing efforts to create housing solutions for essential workers.

Waikīkī Vista is a 19-story former university building in Mōʻiliʻili acquired by the City in 2022 for $37.75 million using ARPA funds. The building now provides 108 studio units and space for supportive services, with units managed by Housing Solutions, Inc. and Catholic Charities Hawaiʻi to assist low-income households and families experiencing homelessness. It also serves as the new home of the Royal Hawaiian Band.

Waikīkī Vista is a 19-story former university building in Mōʻiliʻili acquired by the City in 2022 for $37.75 million using ARPA funds. The building now provides 108 studio units and space for supportive services, with units managed by Housing Solutions, Inc. and Catholic Charities Hawaiʻi to assist low-income households and families experiencing homelessness. It also serves as the new home of the Royal Hawaiian Band.

The City acquired the 3.8-acre Iwilei Center property—located at 850 and 866 Iwilei Road and 505 Ka‘a‘ahi Street—for $51.5 million in January 2024. Situated adjacent to the future Kūwili Skyline station, the site is slated for transformation into a high-density, mixed-use, transit-oriented community. The redevelopment aims to deliver 500–700 housing units, including affordable options, alongside commercial, institutional, and community spaces.

The City acquired the 3.8-acre Iwilei Center property—located at 850 and 866 Iwilei Road and 505 Ka‘a‘ahi Street—for $51.5 million in January 2024. Situated adjacent to the future Kūwili Skyline station, the site is slated for transformation into a high-density, mixed-use, transit-oriented community. The redevelopment aims to deliver 500–700 housing units, including affordable options, alongside commercial, institutional, and community spaces.

Acquired by the City in December 2023 for $8.4 million, this former First Hawaiian Bank property is identified in the Downtown Neighborhood Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Plan as a site of “critical infrastructure.” Located within walking distance of the future Kūwili Skyline station, the property is slated to support future affordable housing and TOD projects.

Acquired by the City in December 2023 for $8.4 million, this former First Hawaiian Bank property is identified in the Downtown Neighborhood Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Plan as a site of “critical infrastructure.” Located at 445 N. King Street, within walking distance of the future Kūwili Skyline station, the property is slated to support future affordable housing and TOD projects.

The City acquired this 24,593-square-foot site in 2023 to develop affordable rental housing in Kailua. Plans call for a four-story building with 42 one- and two-bedroom units, primarily serving households earning up to 80% of the area median income. Tradewind Capital was selected as the development partner, and a development agreement and ground lease have been approved by the City Council. The project will include on-site parking and is designed to align with the neighborhood’s scale and zoning.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Our division receives a number of inquiries related to property ownership, jurisdiction, and use of City lands. To help ensure your request is reviewed and routed to the appropriate City department or agency, we ask that you please submit your inquiry through our online intake form:

If you’re trying to find out whether a property is City-owned—or which agency has jurisdiction—we can help identify the appropriate department.

Submit a Property & Land Inquiry:
https://www.honolulu.gov/dhlm/inquiry/

Responsibility for maintenance depends on who owns the property. If you’re not sure, we can help identify the right department.

For issues like overgrown vegetation, illegal dumping, or debris, you may get a faster response through HNL311:
https://web5.hnl.info/hnl311/city-resources

For general property questions: https://www.honolulu.gov/dhlm/inquiry/

Requests to use, lease, or acquire City land are handled through specific programs and processes. While this is not an application, we can help guide you to the right place.

Submit a Property & Land Inquiry:
https://www.honolulu.gov/dhlm/inquiry/

If you’re curious about a vacant lot or building, we can help identify who manages the property and provide general guidance on what may or may not be possible.

Submit a Property & Land Inquiry:
https://www.honolulu.gov/dhlm/inquiry/

If you’re not sure where to start, the easiest way is to submit a request through HNL311, which can help route service-related issues to the right department.

https://web5.hnl.info/hnl311/city-resources

To help us assist you as quickly as possible, it’s helpful to include details like the address or TMK (if known), nearby landmarks, and a brief description of your question or concern.

Submit a Property & Land Inquiry:
https://www.honolulu.gov/dhlm/inquiry/

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