Unlawful occupants of former Uncle Billy’s Hilo Bay Resort crystal clear out in advance of sweep

Posted: Apr 28, 2021 / 02:31 PM HST
/ Current: Apr 28, 2021 / 02:33 PM HST

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Officers from 3 legislation enforcement organizations conducted a sweep of the previous Uncle Billy’s Hilo Bay Hotel on Wednesday, April 28.

All 146 rooms had been empty, nonetheless, there was evidence that many of the rooms experienced not long ago been occupied. Trash, clothing and bedding ended up scattered all over the place.

The inside of the resort is considered a community wellness hazard. It is under the jurisdiction of the DLNR Land Division, which is in the approach of soliciting interest from developers to renovate the salvageable properties on the property and demolish these that are past maintenance. 

Point out officials consider these who experienced been living in the hotel had been notified that legislation enforcement would be coming in to distinct it. A personal protection business is getting contracted to present 24-hour protection. DLNR is also thinking of positioning long-lasting boundaries right up until a new lease is issued.

Homeless men and women have beforehand been located living on the residence.