land protection & land justice

Keeping Lahaina Home

We also know that only Lahaina’s people know what they need to be made whole. That’s why the Lahaina Community Land Trust is guided solely by the people we serve — from community members who lost homes, to those with generational ‘ike of this special place, to the educators of our keiki, whom we hope will one day thrive in Lahaina.

All of our programs are for them:

  • We provide Lahaina homeowners grants to rebuild when insurance falls short, in exchange for agreeing to protect properties for other local families if they sell in the future.

  • We purchase and protect land that might otherwise end up in the hands of investors.

  • We build homes within financial reach that are permanently protected for local families.

Most importantly: All of these protections are permanent. Our investment must only be used once to protect 'āina — forever.

  • Governing and advisory boards of The Trust will be filled by community members who represent Lahaina, including but not limited to community leaders, leaseholders, and potentially people who sold their land into the trust.

  • A property owner decides to sell their property. The Lahaina Community Land Trust offers to buy properties at appraised value, as an alternative to purchase by profit-driven investors.

  • When the future of Lahaina becomes clearer, after clean-up, community input helps The Trust decide the best use of each parcel. It’s all about empowering the community to guide the future use of these lands.

  • Housing on lands owned by the trust can be built, purchased or leased at affordable rates to members of the community based on criteria determined by The Trust. Prices are kept affordable because it doesn’t include the price of the land. Lessees can build equity on their home, but agree to sell the home at affordable prices.

Community Land Trust Information

Are you a Lahaina Land Owner?

As a Lahaina landowner considering the possibility of selling, we understand the complexities and emotions involved in such a decision.

We're here to explore a partnership that respects your needs and aligns with the values of the Lahaina Community Land Trust.