Overview

• The Haiku Stairs in Oahu, known as the 'Stairway to Heaven', will be dismantled after years of illegal access by tourists and safety concerns.
• Despite being officially closed since 1987, the site has seen increased trespassing facilitated by social media, leading to significant community disruption.
• The demolition process is expected to take six months and cost over $2 million, with measures to protect native species and prevent erosion.
• Local residents have reported problems such as blocked driveways, littering, and noise, prompting the unanimous city council decision for removal.
• Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi emphasized that the decision respects the local community, the land, and the cultural heritage of the Haʻikū area.