Land Use & Zoning
What is 'upzoning' and what controversy does it create in Hawaii?
AA. Changing a zone to allow less intensive use; rarely controversial
BB. Changing a zone to allow more intensive use (e.g., single-family to multi-family); can increase land value and development opportunities but may face community opposition over neighborhood character and infrastructure impacts✓ Correct
CC. A state program upgrading zoning maps to digital format
DD. An LUC process for reclassifying Agricultural lands
Explanation
Upzoning increases the density or intensity of allowed uses. It can dramatically increase land values (benefiting landowners) but also raises community concerns about increased traffic, parking, changes to neighborhood character, and infrastructure capacity. In Hawaii's housing crisis, upzoning is promoted to increase housing supply but faces opposition from existing residents.
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