Who needs a vehicle re-entry pass?
For zones indicated as "LOCAL ACCESS ONLY" on the Re-entry Zones map below, a Re-entry Vehicle pass is required for entry. Learn more here.
For zones labeled "OPEN" a Re-entry Vehicle pass is NOT required.
The restricted areas in Lahaina have been organized into zones for planning purposes. As areas are opened for access, visitation, or re-entry, the County will utilize the zones identified on the Re-entry Zone Map to communicate changes in the status of each zone. All residential zones listed below under "Local Access Only" are local access only from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily for residents with a Re-Entry Vehicle Pass and their ID or contractors with a Contractor Placard.
View your street and address zone information below.
Re-entry Vehicle Pass Information
Residents may pick up their Re-Entry Vehicle Pass and PPE at
Office of Recovery - West Maui at Lahaina Gateway
325 Keawe Street, Suite #B102 (near Ace Hardware), Lahaina, HI 96761
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Placard pick-up: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-11:30 a.m. only
Optional Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) kits and instructions for usage will be available during vehicle pass distribution. The Re-entry vehicle pass allows vehicle access to the designated property daily from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The following documents may be used to verify property ownership or residency to receive a re-entry vehicle pass:
- Property Deed/Title or Property Tax Records: A property deed or title in your name is one of the most direct ways to demonstrate ownership. This document should clearly show your name as the property owner. Property tax records from the County’s Real Property Tax office that list you as the property owner are also strong evidence of ownership. Visit: www.mauipropertytax.com.
- Utility Bills: Utility bills such as electricity, water, or gas bills that are addressed to your name at the property address can serve as proof of residency. These bills should be recent and show consistent usage.
- Rental/Lease Agreement or Receipt: If you have been renting, a lease agreement or rent receipt with your name, the landlord's name, and the property address can establish your residency.
- Hawai‘i Driver's License: A valid Hawai‘i driver's license or Hawai‘i State ID with your current address is widely accepted proof of residency.
- Vehicle Registration: If your vehicle is registered at the property address, it can indicate your residency.
- Voter Registration: A voter registration card listing your address in Lahaina can be used to confirm your residency.
- Financial Statements: Financial statements sent to your Lahaina address can help establish residency, especially if they cover an extended period. Employment agency registration or paystubs or checks can also help prove residency.
- Insurance Documents: Homeowner’s or renter’s insurance policies with your Lahaina address can be used as proof of residency.
- Mail: A letter or other mail delivered to your address from an employer, public official, social service organization, local school, or school district can offer proof of occupancy.
- Notarized Affidavit: In some cases, a notarized affidavit from a property owner or landlord confirming your residency or ownership may be accepted.
Structure Safety Assessments
Assessing structures' damage and safety concerns after a natural disaster is an essential step in the early stages of recovery. Structure Safety Assessments allow residents to reoccupy safe homes and businesses and prevent people from entering unsafe structures.
A team of certified professionals has conducted structure safety assessments for all structures within the fire-impacted area, and colored placards, either green, yellow, or red, have been posted to each property. The placards correspond to the structure’s safety status.
The interactive map below allows users to view the results of the Structure Safety Assessments by entering their property’s address into the map’s search bar.
(Note: Red placards were not placed at completely lost parcels, but those parcels will be identified with a red dot on the interactive map.)
IMPORTANT: The Structure Safety Assessments only assess a building’s structural safety. Although a building may have a green or yellow placard, other hazards, such as inactive sewer service and/or unsafe water advisory, may still apply at these properties. It is important to look up the status of these utilities on the water and wastewater service page for further information.
Red Placard (Unsafe)
The building is unsafe to enter or use; severe injury or death could result. The building is a collapse hazard, may be crushed by an adjacent building, or contains one or more hazardous conditions. The placard is not a demolition order. Permission to enter can only be obtained from the Building Official. The building may or may not be repairable; consult with a licensed engineer or architect to determine the next steps.
Note: Properties contributing to the National Historic Landmark District that have been assigned a red placard cannot start demolition work right away due to their designation. More info will be provided soon.
Yellow Placard (Restricted Use)
The building can be used per the restrictions noted on the placard. Parts of the building may be usable, or the building can be entered briefly to obtain important possessions. However, parts of the building might be hazardous, and use of these sections may not be allowed. The building might also be usable in its entirety if certain restrictions are observed.
Green Placard (Inspected)
The building has had a visual assessment by a building professional, and no apparent structural hazard has been found as of the date and time of the assessment. The inspection may not reveal other latent property hazards, and owners are encouraged to hire a Hawaii-licensed professional inspector to ensure the property is structurally sound.
For Maui Residents Re-entering Areas Impacted by the Wildfires
Download Print outs for PPE Re-entry Video
Download or access the video below
Hawai‘i State Department of Health Information
- Hazardous area. Not recommended for high-risk individuals.
- Wear protective gear. Bring extra clothes and bags for recovered belongings.
- After visiting the impact area, dispose of used gear. Wash hands and change clothes.
Take precautions when temporarily entering the impacted area
- Signs of heat stress
- Be aware of emotional impacts
- Exercise caution around ash and other hazards
Disclaimer: The recommendations from Hawai’i State Department of Health (DOH) on this page are informational and general in nature. The contents herein are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice. It is DOH’s goal to provide information to assist the largest number of people based on current environmental conditions; however, for direction specific to you and any pre-existing medical conditions you may have, please contact a licensed medical professional. Enter at your own risk.
Download Re-entry guide in English | Español (Spanish)
EPA Hazardous Materials Removal – Status map and important notes
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is currently conducting hazardous materials removal (Phase 1 of the cleanup process) on all properties in the fire impacted areas. You can track the EPA’s progress through their storyboard.
A few notes about EPA’s work:
- When EPA completes their work on a property, a sign like the ones pictured below are posted to the property indicating the status. Note: If the conditions on a property are not safe enough for EPA teams to enter, removing Hazardous Materials will be held until Phase 2 and a Phase 2 deferral sign will be placed on the property.
Empty fuel cylinders (including propane tanks) on properties will be marked by EPA with white paint and left for the next phase of debris removal, not conducted by EPA (Phase 2). A photo below shows what this will look like in the fire-impacted area.
Dust Screen Along Honoapi'ilani Highway
Nearly five miles of dust screen (pictured below) is currently being installed by the Hawai'i Department of Transportation (HDOT) for the protection of highway users on Honoapi'ilani Highway (Route 30) and the Lāhainā Bypass (Route 3000). The dust screens will be maintained by HDOT crews and will remain up until further notice to maintain safe access to West Maui. Read more about this effort in HDOT's 9/21 press release.
Helpful handouts about Phase 1:
FAQs for Re-entry
What you need to know
Re-entry is the process of supporting Lahaina fire-impacted property owners and residents, including renters, so they can have assistance when returning to their homes. Zones have been created to facilitate a systematic and organized return to the Lahaina Wildfire Disaster Area while prioritizing public safety and the security of the community. Ahead of re-entry, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) household hazardous material removal must be completed in each zone. Household hazardous material includes paint, solvents, fertilizers, cleaning solutions, propane tanks and other items.
Find your zone
Find your re-entry zone by visiting https://www.mauirecovers.org/reentry and search your address by clicking on the "🔍 search icon" in the top right corner.
For comprehensive details on re-entry, safety information, drinking water, recovery phases, and more, residents can visit www.mauirecovers.org.
Find your zone
Residents must go through the reentry process as their zones reopen in Lahaina. Find your reentry zone by visiting https://www.mauirecovers.org/reentry and search your address by clicking on the "🔍 search icon" in the top right corner.
If you are an Upcountry Resident, you can go to your properties as nothing is closed off.
Get notified
Announcements are updated weekly. If you have not already signed up for notifications, you can sign up here at https://www.mauirecovers.org/sign-up.
Get notified about re-entry
Announcements are updated weekly on the https://www.mauirecovers.org/reentry and via SMS or email. If you have not already signed up for notifications, you can sign up here at https://www.mauirecovers.org/sign-up.
Access to Mala Wharf in Lahaina for recreational boats began on 10/15/23. We are excited that together with the State Department of Land and Natural Resources and the U.S. Coast Guard, the County was able to help reopen Mala Wharf in Lahaina to our residents for local recreational boater access today. Recreational boaters have access to Mala Wharf daily. Commercial operators with existing permits for Mala Wharf have access Monday through Friday.
The most current information about Lahaina Harbor access can be found on the U.S. Coast Guard Homeport, Sector Honolulu website by visiting https://homeport.uscg.mil/port-directory/honolulu.
Once you are on the U.S. Coast Guard Homeport website, go to the "Safety Notifications" section found within the "Safety Alerts".
Property owners must sign up by completing a Right-of-Entry (ROE) form. No removal of non-hazardous, fire-damaged material will begin on private property without the permission of the property owner.
An online portal has been established for submitting a Right of Entry form. Choose a button below to get started in the portal.
Documents and information needed for submittal of the Debris Removal Right-of-Entry Permit:
• County of Maui Cover Letter
• ROE Checklist
• Debris Removal Right-of-Entry Permit form
Advice to help fill out Right-of-Entry
• Homeowners should be encouraged to list septic tanks, leach fields, survey monuments, cesspools, gravesites, or any other important structures when doing their ROE drawing.
• If property owners are unsure about the eligibility of material/items on their property or would like to keep certain items, it would be helpful to specify the material/item they would like to keep or specifically have removed from their property.
• Certain items may require additional eligibility determinations for removal, so when in doubt, it's better to document. For example, if the homeowner has an above-ground, fiberglass pool that was melted during the fire but is held up by a retaining wall, it would be beneficial to them to note that they would like the pool and retaining wall to be removed.
Visit Mauirecovers.org for more information on ROE application process. Application is online, it can be completed, and the ROE and all supporting documents can be emailed or mailed to Maui County. There is no tool to submit the ROE from the Maui County website directly.
When Entering your Property
A high level of support will be offered when you re-enter your property, including water, shade, washing stations, portable toilets, medical and mental health care, MauiBus transportation from nearby hotel shelters and language assistance.
All roadways to access zones will be clear for residents and owners for the first two days of supported re-entry, and open for local access only beyond that until further instructions are given.
Learn more about re-entry by visiting www.mauirecovers.org/reentry.
Re-entry is for those who have a direct legal affiliation to the property: owners and residents, including tenants (renters). Property owners and residents/tenants may bring others: insurance agents, family members, friends and faith, spiritual and/or health support persons. Following the two days of supported re-entry, owners and renters may continue to access properties from 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. seven days a week. Local Traffic Only signs will be posted.
To learn how to apply for a vehicle pass click here.
Who can I bring with me when I visit my property once my zone is open?
When you visit your property, you may bring anyone you choose. Consider your emotional needs, practical requirements and the well-being of your neighbors and the environment as you make your decision. There are no restrictions on who you can bring. However, you may want to consider the following:
1. Supportive Companions: It can be emotionally challenging to return to your property after a significant event like a fire. Bringing a relative, friend or clergy member can provide emotional support and comfort.
2. Insurance Agent: If you're working through insurance claims or need to assess the damage for insurance purposes, having your insurance agent with you can be beneficial. They can help document the extent of the damage and provide guidance on the claims process.
3. Compassion for Others: While there are no restrictions on the number of people you can bring, it's important to be mindful of your neighbors who may also be dealing with the aftermath of the fire. Keeping the group size reasonable out of compassion for your neighbors can help maintain a respectful and considerate atmosphere.
4. Environmental Consideration: Additionally, for the sake of the land and the environment, it's advisable to limit the number of people you bring to your property. This can help reduce the impact on the area as it begins its recovery process.
Hawai‘i State Department of Health Information
- Hazardous area. Not recommended for high-risk individuals.
- Wear protective gear. Bring extra clothes and bags for recovered belongings.
- After visiting the impact area, dispose of used gear. Wash hands and change clothes.
Take precautions when temporarily entering the impacted area
- Signs of heat stress
- Be aware of emotional impacts
- Exercise caution around ash and other hazards
Know before you go to the Impacted Area
The impacted area and its surroundings are hazardous with unstable structures, sharp metal objects and ash with potentially toxic substances. Preliminary air sampling and air monitoring conducted in Lāhainā do not show evidence of poor air quality or any hazardous levels of contaminants in the air at the time the samples were collected.
- Dangers include ash containing toxic chemicals like asbestos, arsenic, and lead.
- Debris may include broken glass, exposed electrical wires, nails, wood, plastics, and other hazardous objects.
- Buildings may be unstable and could collapse, causing injury.
- For full details on reducing exposure to ash and hazardous materials when returning to the Lahaina Wildfire Disaster Area, view the DOH video below or Download Re-entry guide in English | Español (Spanish)
What personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided?
PPE items have been donated, and kits are being assembled by local volunteer organizations. These kits will be made available when people register for entry passes. Visitors to the area should wear sturdy boots or other closed-toe shoes (no slippers) with thick soles, and eye protection. Adults should use the materials provided in the Re-Entry kit or similar forms of protective gear, including face masks, goggles and gloves, long sleeves, pants, socks, and shoes (including disposable shoe coverings) to avoid skin contact with ash. Cloth masks will not protect you from ash. Instead, state DOH recommends wearing a tight-fitting respirator or mask – look for words NIOSH or N95 printed on the mask. Remember, no mask is effective unless it fits and is worn properly.
Disclaimer: The recommendations from Hawai’i State Department of Health (DOH) on this page are informational and general in nature. The contents herein are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice. It is DOH’s goal to provide information to assist the largest number of people based on current environmental conditions; however, for direction specific to you and any pre-existing medical conditions you may have, please contact a licensed medical professional. Enter at your own risk.
To learn more on our website about what you will see upon re-entry click here.
After a fire, many dangers might remain. Residents are advised to be cautious and informed of potential hazards upon re-entry. For full safety details, they can visit www.mauirecovers.org/reentry#reentry-safety and for air quality information, health.hawaii.gov/mauiwildfires.
Water Advisory
An Unsafe Water Advisory from the County of Maui Department of Water Supply is still in effect, with details available at www.mauirecovers.org/utilities#drinkingwater-map.
For those who are Kupuna and Keiki
The elderly and children are advised not to go into the area, although it is understood that some senior citizens may choose to return.
Those who are Pregnant
While you may want to include all family members in the delicate, sensitive return to your property, health officials recommend that children and pregnant people should not enter the impacted area or help with cleanup because they are at higher risk from debris hazards. After leaving the impacted area, it is also best practice to shower before being in contact with sensitive groups like keiki, pregnant people, people with asthma or COPD, and kupuna. For environmental and hazard concerns, visit https://health.hawaii.gov/mauiwildfires.
