Honolulu to Reconsider Gondola Project Permit Amid Safety and Environmental Concerns
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The City and County of Honolulu's Department of Planning and Permitting will hold a public hearing on January 12 to reconsider a conditional use permit for a gondola project on Oahu's North Shore, originally approved in 2019. The reevaluation is prompted by safety concerns from the U.S.
Army regarding nearby live-fire training zones and potential environmental impacts on protected species. A decision from the DPP is expected within 30 days after the hearing, alongside proposed legislation to improve public notice for agricultural permits.

Jan 12, 2026, 10:56 AM