Removal of one 'final' property clears the way for Phase 2 of slide remediation

After a long legal struggle, the City gained legal clearance to demolish the home at 2301 Waiomao.  This duplex was the last remaining structure to be cleared before Phase 2 work could proceed to further stabilize the hillside.

Read more below to see the timeline of developments and city interactions with this troubled property

• 2013 - The city allows the property at 2301 to be bought for $385,000.
• 2016 - The existing units are torn down and developed as 2 ohana units for $440,000.
• City has the owner sign a covenant releasing city from any issues resulting from ground movement which indicates city is aware the land is unstable.

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