Island Residents Support $1B Development

BIG ISLAND, HI-According to a recent survey completed by SMS Research & Marketing Services Inc., Hawaii Island residents strongly support the $1-billion Aina Le’a LLC development known as the Villages of ‘Aina Le’a. Approximately 68% of residents said they supported the development, however when advised that the development was part of the South Kohala Community Development Plan, the support rose to 74%.

According to the survey, Hawaii Island residents recognize the need for additional residential housing on the island, as well as the economic benefits and job stimulus the development will provide. According to the SMS survey, 9% of Hawaii Island residents are currently looking to buy a home, while more than 52% of residents believe there is not an adequate supply of housing on Hawaii Island. And approximately 77% of residents support more development of housing for local residents.