Kauaʻi beekeeping plan faces setback at Planning Commission meeting.

The Kauaʻi County Planning Commission has postponed a proposal to permit apiaries in residential zones, emphasizing the need for enhanced safety measures for nearby residents. The commission plans to revisit the zoning amendment ZA-2026-8 next month after requesting collaboration between the Planning Department and local beekeepers to address public safety concerns. This decision follows the Kauaʻi County Council's approval of Bill 2997 in May, which aims to allow apiaries across various zoning districts while establishing guidelines for hive maintenance and safety.