Maui business owners must enact immediate disaster preparedness plans within 24-48 hours to mitigate operational disruptions and safety risks from severe weather. On Oahu, real estate owners and small business operators in Chinatown should review lease agreements and engage with city officials regarding potential redevelopment and escalating safety concerns, with formal repair requests due by March 15, 2026, and contingency planning for relocation by April 15, 2026. Real estate owners must present remediation plans by March 31, 2026, and begin repairs by May 1, 2026. Owners of idle land, developers, investors, and agricultural producers must urgently contact the DLNR and DBEDT to understand allocation policies for new state funds offering potential 5-15% land development discounts, with applications likely closing by Q2 2025. Prepare proposals that align with economic development, environmental sustainability, and public benefit goals to secure these resources. Investors in Chinatown should assess current holdings and research revitalization efforts, while property owners should monitor Taiwanese and city government statements for potential zoning and permit changes.
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