The resort has been in a state of dilapidation since 1992 when it was damaged from Hurricane Iniki but the redevelopment of the Coco Palms Resort is moving forward. The plan that will be sent to the Planning Commission will have 273 hotel rooms and 77 suites using the hotel’s existing design. The plan will have less rooms and suites than the previous version. The plan will also includes the development of a cultural center and the restoration of some of the buildings including, the Chapel in Palms, 4,800-square-foot Sea Shell Restaurant, 23,056-square-foot Queen’s Hall, and the 11,208-square-foot Lagoon Lotus Room.
Many residents expressed their feelings about the redevelopment project in a recent meeting. Many are happy that the resort will not be an eyesore anymore. Though, some residents expressed some concern regarding the traffic that occurs on that stretch of highway.