Hawaiʻi Housing Finance & Development Corporation

For standard housing program questions, front desk services, general program criteria, or to route your call to a specific specialist branch, please contact our central administration line. If a recorded message comes on, please leave a detailed message including your name, question, and return contact information, or reach out directly to the Housing Information Officer via email.

State of Hawaiʻi Standard Office Hours: 7:45 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. (Closed on officially observed State Holidays)

Main Line

(808) 587-0620

HHFDC is committed to transparency and open government in accordance with Hawaii’s Uniform Information Practices Act (UIPA). Members of the public may formally request access to administrative reports, allocation data, program metrics, and operational files. Submitting a structured request ensures tracking and statutory compliance, allowing our disclosure teams to safely process and release eligible public files.

For press inquiries, community presentations, official announcements, or high-level program summaries, please connect with the HHFDC Public Information Office. This branch acts as our central liaison to media outlets and community organizations, delivering accurate, timely updates regarding ongoing housing initiatives, state board resolutions, and legislative accomplishments.

Office of the Executive DirectorDean Minakami: 808-587-0641 / 808-587-0620

The Office of the Executive Director provides overall agency leadership, strategic direction, and oversight of day-to-day operations. This department also manages the agency’s public information, including human resources, information technology, and procurement & contract review. Please reach out to this office for high-level inquiries, organizational strategy, or general administrative and operational questions.

Development BranchRandy Chu: 808-587-0527[email protected]

The Development Branch manages housing projects from concept to construction, including state-owned land development. Reach out to this team for questions regarding development assistance. Development Branch also oversees support for HHFDC’s Special Projects, such as Waiahole Valley and Villages of Kapolei.

Real Estate ServicesLorna Kometani: 808-587-0517[email protected]

Real Estate Services is the primary contact for current and prospective affordable programs  homeowners. This team manages sales, buyback programs, SAE, and ongoing tenant administration. Reach out to this office for inquiries regarding home ownership opportunities, resale processes, and administrative support for existing HHFDC properties.

Finance BranchMichael Doyle: 808-587-0567[email protected]

The Finance Branch serves as our primary financial engine, administering state and federal funding programs. Contact this office for assistance with tax-exempt bond issuances, Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), the Rental Housing Revolving Fund (RHRF), Hula Mae, DURF, and Single Family assistance programs, and developer proposal evaluations.

Fiscal Management BranchHolly Osumi: 808-587-0603[email protected]

The Fiscal Management Branch ensures the financial integrity of the agency by overseeing budget planning, fiscal monitoring, and accounting. Please direct inquiries regarding agency-wide financial status and fiscal compliance standards to this department.

Planning, Evaluation & Compliance BranchMichael Yee: 808-587-0588[email protected]

As our research, regulatory, and reporting hub, this branch conducts housing needs assessments, oversees environmental and historic reviews, tracks and oversees affordable housing inventory and legislation, and handles compliance and property management. Contact this team for information regarding legislative updates, project compliance, regulatory research, and agency reporting requirements.