Relocation Information & Project Updates
This is the official site for updates on the Courtyards at Waipouli relocation plan. This site provides trusted information for current tenants, community members, and future Native Hawaiian lessees.
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) is working to acquire and redevelop this property to provide rent-to-own housing for qualified Native Hawaiian families. In the process, DHHL and its relocation team are committed to ensuring that current residents are supported with care, fairness, and transparency.
What You’ll Find:
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Learn about DHHL’s plan to acquire and redevelop the Courtyards at Waipouli to provide rent-to-own housing for qualified Native Hawaiian beneficiaries. This section explains why the project is happening, how it’s being funded, and what tenants and the community can expect.
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View a simple, phase-by-phase timeline of the relocation process — including when notices are sent, when moves begin, and how long the process is expected to take. This helps tenants prepare and gives the public a clear view of the overall schedule.
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Get details on the personalized relocation services offered to eligible tenants. This includes financial assistance, moving options, referrals to new housing, and guidance throughout the entire process.
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We’ve gathered the most common questions from tenants and the community — and provided clear answers. Topics include eligibility, notices, property conditions, support, and future redevelopment.
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Addressing misinformation is key to maintaining trust. This section clarifies concerns about property conditions, infrastructure, and the relocation process with facts and transparency.
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Access important documents in one place — including the full relocation plan, sample notices, application forms, and referral resources to help you stay informed and prepared.
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For Current Tenants
You will receive:
A minimum 90-day written notice before being asked to relocate
Personalized relocation support
Financial assistance for moving, renting, or purchasing a home
Help identifying replacement housing on Kaua‘i or elsewhere
Contact your relocation team »
About the Future Redevelopment
Once relocation is complete, the property will be redeveloped into affordable rent-to-own housing for beneficiaries of the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act. The new units will include:
Upgraded electrical systems
Cooling & ventilation improvements
Infrastructure enhancements for long-term livability
Pathways to homeownership for Native Hawaiian ʻohana
