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The Maui County Department of Planning is seeking public input on the island’s Special Management Area (SMA) boundary through a virtual open house available until Nov. 30.
SMA boundaries, established in the 1970s, designate coastal areas where certain development projects require additional county review to protect shoreline access, coastal resources and marine ecosystems. Maui’s boundary has not been reassessed since it was established.
The virtual open house includes project information, recordings of previous community meetings, a survey and an interactive map where residents can suggest boundary changes or identify areas needing protection.
The assessment aims to develop an updated inland SMA boundary that considers scientific information, cultural values and future environmental and climate conditions.
The project does not include changes to existing SMA rules or assessments of Molokai and Lanai.
To participate, visit ssfm.konveio.com/mauisma-openhouse.