Transit Oriented Development

POUHALA (WAIPAHU TRANSIT CENTER) STATION AREA

Mokuola Aerial View

Highlights from the TOD Plan are listed below. See the TOD Plan for all proposals/recommendations and more details, including the implementation framework.

Connectivity & Circulation:

  • Urban transit boulevard along Farrington Highway to separate local traffic from through-traffic and provide a safer pedestrian environment
  • Pedestrian village character surrounding the station
  • New streets to improve overall connectivity and create a more urban block network
  • Parking district to allow a more pedestrian-oriented land pattern

Parks & Open Space:

  • Multiuse pathway along Kapakahi Stream to provide recreational and commuter use
  • Mini parks (one to two acres) to act as neighborhood centers with wide variety of uses
  • Small, hardscaped transit plazas to serve as community gathering spaces and entryways into neighborhood
  • Hardscaped plaza at Festival Market Place to serve community events and activities

Urban Form:

  • Buildings developed in urban, pedestrian-friendly form
  • Development integrated with scale and character of historic buildings
  • High-density residential, including stacked flats with structured parking and focused around neighborhood mini parks
  • New residential areas near Pouhala Marsh in the form of townhouses and garden apartments
  • Buildings located close to sidewalk and parking in rear to create active and attractive pedestrian space along Farrington Highway

Land Use:

  • Higher density uses concentrated nearest the station
  • Retention of commercial/industrial space and corresponding increase in dwelling units
  • Mixed uses along Farrington Highway, Waipahu Depot Street, and Waipahu Street
  • Retail character retained along Farrington Highway
  • Community facilities integrated into neighborhood and focused along Mokuola Street

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