City and County of Honolulu Complete Streets

City and County of Honolulu Complete Streets The official government page of the City and County of Honolulu Complete Streets Program Honolulu is committed to complete streets.

In 2009, the State passed a law requiring all Counties and the State DOT to adopt a Complete Streets policy. In 2016, the City and County of Honolulu finalized its Complete Streets Design Manual and hired a Complete Streets Program Administrator to move toward implementation of improvements that make Honolulu’s streets and neighborhoods safe and inviting for all users, regardless of age or ability.

Research by the Federal Highway Administration shows that roads without sidewalks are more than twice as likely to exper...
08/20/2026

Research by the Federal Highway Administration shows that roads without sidewalks are more than twice as likely to experience pedestrian crashes. That’s why we invest in sidewalk installations and improvements across Oʻahu. 🌺🚸

Sidewalks help separate people from traffic and connect us to local businesses, schools, parks, transit stops, and more.

This seemingly simple solution can help prevent pedestrian fatalities in high-traffic areas and improve mobility for everyone. Every sidewalk is a step toward a safer, more connected island.

Swipe to view our current sidewalk projects and visit our website to see what Complete Streets improvements are coming to your neighborhood!

🔗 honolulu.gov/completestreets

We're excited to announce that a new Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB), has been installed along South King Stree...
08/11/2026

We're excited to announce that a new Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB), has been installed along South King Street, in between Pāwaʻa Lane and Artesian Street. This pedestrian safety signal replaces the existing flashing crosswalk signal fronting Times Supermarket.

The previous crosswalk signal was installed in 2014 and experienced numerous operational issues over the past year, prompting the need for a more reliable pedestrian crossing treatment.

This new solar-powered RRFB allows pedestrians to activate the warning system by pressing a button when they are ready to cross. Once activated, bright, rapid flashing LED lights alert approaching drivers that a pedestrian is entering the crosswalk, increasing visibility and helping drivers recognize that they need to stop.

This installation supports the City’s ongoing commitment to Pedestrian Safety, Complete Streets, and Vision Zero initiatives, aimed at keeping everyone on Oʻahu’s roadways safe.

DTS reminds drivers to remain attentive, slow down when approaching pedestrian crossings, and watch for activated RRFBs. Pedestrians are also encouraged to use designated crosswalks and follow all pedestrian signals when crossing.

Slowing down saves lives!Today at Pearl City Highlands Elementary, DTS, Complete Streets, HDOE and HPD announced that sc...
07/31/2026

Slowing down saves lives!

Today at Pearl City Highlands Elementary, DTS, Complete Streets, HDOE and HPD announced that school zone speed limits on City roadways across Oʻahu are being reduced from 25 mph to 20 mph, between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. on school days, in accordance with City Council Ordinance 24-32.

With more than 200 schools across Oʻahu, the effort requires the fabrication, installation and replacement of roughly 10,000 traffic signs. Due to the scale of the project and available resources, implementation will occur in phases over the coming years, beginning mostly around public schools.

This is the first batch of signs that the City will be installing over the years. Signage along Kalāheo Avenue in Kailua, Hawaiʻi Kai Drive, Waipahu Street, and Hoʻomaeʻmae Street in Pearl City have recently been updated.

As students head back to school, we ask all drivers to slow down, stay alert, and help keep our keiki safe. Together, through our and initiatives, we're creating safer streets for everyone.

Mahalo to Pearl City Highlands Elementary, Hawai'i Public Schools and Honolulu Police Department (Official Site) for joining us today and supporting this important school safety initiative!

Urban forestry is essential for shaping how our communities look, feel, and function! 🌿🌺 Shade along our sidewalks keeps...
07/15/2026

Urban forestry is essential for shaping how our communities look, feel, and function! 🌿🌺

Shade along our sidewalks keeps us cool, native trees support local wildlife, and greener streets help manage stormwater and reduce flooding.

When we support urban forestry, we support a more sustainable and enjoyable future for all of us. Let’s keep building Complete Streets that keep Oʻahu cool, green, and thriving! 🌴✨

A special shout out to the Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation for caring for our City’s trees and managing the Community Forestry Program. If you’re interested in protecting our City’s tree canopy, check out their website at honolulu.gov/dpr/division-of-urban-forestry 💻

Over the past several decades, Complete Streets has installed curb extensions across Oʻahu, increasing safety and access...
07/08/2026

Over the past several decades, Complete Streets has installed curb extensions across Oʻahu, increasing safety and accessibility for our communities! 👷‍♀️🚸

Curb extensions aren’t just good locations for street murals, they’re also great safety features for drivers and pedestrians! By shortening crossing distances, improving visibility, and slowing turning vehicles, they help create safer, more comfortable places for people walking, rolling, and biking.

While full-build curb extensions can take time and significant resources, we also use quick-build curb extensions (or bulb-outs) to bring these safety and accessibility benefits to the community faster.

Swipe to learn more about how curb extensions improve our streets!🚶‍♀️✨

Slower speeds = safer streets. 🙌In partnership with the State DOT, we've installed three new speed humps on Plantation R...
07/01/2026

Slower speeds = safer streets. 🙌

In partnership with the State DOT, we've installed three new speed humps on Plantation Road in front of Pililāʻau Park, Waiʻanae Elementary School, and the Boys & Girls Club of Waiʻanae.

Before installation, vehicles were recorded traveling as fast as 50 MPH. These speed humps are designed to reduce speeds to about 15 MPH, creating a much safer environment for people walking, biking, and accessing these community destinations. On nearby Leihoku Street, speed humps installed in 2024 reduced the 85th percentile speed by more than 50%—from 29 MPH to 14 MPH, demonstrating how effective this treatment can be.

These improvements are an interim safety measure as we continue designing the Waiʻanae Walkways Project, which will bring long-term pedestrian safety and accessibility improvements to Plantation Road, Mill Street, McArthur Street, and Lualualei Homestead Road.

Learn more about this project and other West Oʻahu Complete Streets initiatives at the link in our bio.🚶🏽‍♀️🚲

Protected bike lanes are reshaping how people get around Oʻahu! 🚲✨By adding a vertical buffer between bikes and traffic,...
06/24/2026

Protected bike lanes are reshaping how people get around Oʻahu! 🚲✨

By adding a vertical buffer between bikes and traffic, protected bike lanes keep vehicles from driving and parking in bicycle lanes, reduce crashes and injuries, and give everyone more peace of mind. At Honolulu Complete Streets, it’s not just about safety. It’s about giving people more transportation options and shaping our streets to better reflect how our communities want to live, move, and connect. 🚴‍♀️💫

Roundabouts help slow speeds through intersections, reduce serious crashes, and eliminate long waits at traffic signals....
06/16/2026

Roundabouts help slow speeds through intersections, reduce serious crashes, and eliminate long waits at traffic signals. By removing dangerous left turns and head-on conflicts, they create safer crossings for drivers, pedestrians, and bikers. Swipe to learn more about how roundabouts improve our streets! 👷‍♂️💫

Safer streets are built one thoughtful detail at a time, and accessible curb ramps make all the difference! 🚸🌺Every year...
05/26/2026

Safer streets are built one thoughtful detail at a time, and accessible curb ramps make all the difference! 🚸🌺

Every year, the City builds new curb ramps in areas where people often use wheelchairs, walkers, strollers, bikes, and more. These street enhancements provide safe transitions for people to get out of the street and onto the sidewalk.

Without curb ramps, people using mobility devices can become trapped in the road, causing a higher risk of injuries and collisions. Any person with a disability, or representative of a person with a disability, can submit a curb ramp request form using the link below. 👷‍♂️💫

🔗 www.honolulu.gov/ddc/curbramps

Oʻahu is transitioning school zone speed limits from 25 mph to 20 mph. 🚙✨In 2022, Honolulu City Council passed Bill 44, ...
05/18/2026

Oʻahu is transitioning school zone speed limits from 25 mph to 20 mph. 🚙✨

In 2022, Honolulu City Council passed Bill 44, which made 20 mph the new default speed limit and the new speed limit for school zones across Oʻahu. Lowering the speed limit in school zones will help slow drivers and reduce the risk of serious injury when kids are walking, biking, and crossing the street. This change puts safety first and reflects the City's goal of protecting our keiki. 🚸

There are roughly 200 schools that need updated signage to implement the new 20 mph speed limit, and we are currently working to design the new sign layouts and secure resources to bring all school zones up to safety standards over the coming years.

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