Editorial: Nix housing permit and land swap bills

State lawmakers once again have their eye on luxurious digs in downtown Honolulu, and are just one hurdle away from securing a 25-story tower in a land swap with the city. House Bill 800, which sailed through the Legislature, would transfer seven Iwilei parcels from various state agencies to the city in return for the city’s interest in Ali‘i Place. Consolidation of resources is a commendable goal, but in this case, there is much to lose by breaking the status quo. HB 800 is on the list of bills Gov. Josh Green intends to veto, and he should follow through.

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