Governor Josh Green, M.D.

The Hawai‘i Public Housing Authority (HPHA) and Highridge Costa Development Company have received approval from the City and County of Honolulu Department of Planning and Permitting to move forward with the redevelopment plan for Mayor Wright Homes.

“We are taking a significant step forward to transform our existing public housing properties and create thousands of new homes for local individuals and families,” said HPHA Executive Director Hakim Ouansafi. “The approval of our plan to redevelop Mayor Wright Homes is a powerful demonstration of the collaborative efforts among state agencies, city departments, and private developers to address the housing crisis in Hawai‘i.”

This redevelopment project will transform the existing 70-year-old community, consisting of 364 public housing residences, into a vibrant, mixed-income, and mixed-use, transit-oriented community in the Kalihi Pālama neighborhood. With 2,448 new homes for local residents and families, this redevelopment is a significant step forward in addressing the housing crisis in our state.

This new community will feature a variety of housing options, including affordable rental units and leasehold, for-sale condominiums, ensuring that individuals and families at various income levels have access to quality housing. The development will also include ample indoor and outdoor amenities, such as community rooms and barbecue areas, to enhance residents’ quality of life.

Located just a quarter mile from the planned HART Iwilei Station, the redevelopment will provide convenient access to public transportation. It will also offer more than four acres of public open space, retail spaces, and community services to create a vibrant and inclusive neighborhood.

The redevelopment will occur in multiple phases over the next 15 years, with Phase I expected to begin in late 2025. During construction, relocation professionals will work with current Mayor Wright Homes residents to ensure a smooth transition and provide support in finding suitable alternative housing.

Governor Josh Green, M.D., has been supporting these new upcoming housing development efforts that will help make Hawai’i more affordable for our kama‘āina. HPHA is grateful for the collaborative efforts of our state agencies, city departments, and private developers that have made this project possible.