Posted at 2:42 p.m., Thursday, November 2, 2006
$1.5 million upgrade on tap for Big Isle public housing
Advertiser Staff
The Ka Hale Kahaluu public housing project on the Big Island will receive a $1.5 million upgrade over the next year.This is the first time the four 25-year-old buildings will undergo a major renovation.
The work will include upgrading the buildings and 50 residential units to current codes and accessibility regulations, as well as renovations such as new plumbing, electrical and lighting systems; replacing the flooring, doors and cabinets; replacing cracked sidewalks and adding air-conditioning to the manager's building.
During the renovations, residents will be temporarily relocated to other public housing or other accommodations in the area.
