Sustainable Development in Hawaii

Low Impact Makes Rich Living

“ … it is my obligation to offer my best efforts so Hawaiian lands are developed in a way that respects the Island, our communities, the spirit of the land and future residents,” –Auguztuz Elliott,
Principle Broker

By Auguztuz Elliott

We live in challenging times, marked by the decreased availability of oil, climactic change and uncertainty about the future. Those that have the power–and the will–to shape the future of Hamakua and Hawaii must now make wise choices for the use of lands.

We can go forward and ignore the future realities of limited fossil fuels as well as the climactic and political situations that have the potential to isolate our island for periods of time. Or, we can choose to develop Hamakua’s abundant natural resources and rich ocean-view lands to provide a self-sustaining balance between agriculture, residential use and light, low-impact industries.

As a professional in real estate, it is my obligation to offer my best efforts so the lands of Hawaii are developed in a way that respects the Island, our communities, the spirit of the land and the future residents.

Right now, Hamakua is on the threshold of expansion and development. Within the next few years, the development of Hamakua lands will set the lifestyle for generations to come. Properties zoned for light industrial use will be developed; areas in close proximity to existing towns and designated “urban” in the master plan will change zoning; fallow agricultural lands are certain to become productive and abundant; and large properties with zoning for smaller parcels will be developed and subdivided.

As we come into the later part of the first decade of the century–of the millennium–there are, and will be, many opportunities to develop the coast. Hamakua Coast Realty is here to support sustainable and responsible growth. We offer sensitivity to both the history and the future of this magnificent coast, of these lands so beautifully situated on the slopes of Mauna Kea set amid the expanse of the Pacific Ocean.

A mix of agriculture, housing and light-to-low impact industries, such as long-term care and assisted living centers, are the appropriate components for the use of these lands, and if done correctly, this low-impact blend will maintain the attractive country lifestyle residents so appreciate.

I invite all who have a calling here, all who have the vision, to invest in, enjoy and co-create a sustainable lifestyle for the beautiful and abundant Hamakua Coast.