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<\/p>\nA famous walkway known as the Stairway to Heaven is set to be removed after tourists, Youtubers and thrillseekers illegally accessed the closed path. <\/p>\n
The picturesque Haiku Stairs, on the island of Oahu in Hawaii, have been breached by vast numbers of people over the years despite them being closed almost 30 years ago.<\/p>\n
A large number of videos have been posted on Youtube with users looking to capitalise on the unique structure and breathtaking views.<\/p>\n
The stairway includes a staggering 3,922 steps that go through a 2,800ft mountain trail in Kaneohe. <\/p>\n
The US Navy originally built the stairway in the 1940s to provide access to a communication facility.<\/p>\n
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CNN reports that locals say views from the apex of the stairway provide the best in all Hawaii as you head through the clouds.<\/p>\n
However, no one has legally been able to access the stairway since they were closed off in 1987.<\/p>\n
Since then tourists and thrillseekers have continued to trespass despite facing a maximum $1,000 fine for people caught accessing them.<\/p>\n
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A number of trespassers have also been injured with the latest case in April requiring the person to be airlifted.<\/p>\n
Honolulu City Council members voted unanimously in September to remove the stairs due to the area being plagued by trespassers.<\/p>\n
Speaking to HawaiiNewsNow, council member Ester Kiaaina said: \u201cDue to rampant illegal trespassing, Haiku Stairs is a significant liability and expense for the city, and impacts the quality of life for nearby residents.\u201d <\/p>\n
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The city has reportedly spent nearly $1 million in taxpayer dollars to remodel the stairs and hundreds of thousands of dollars in security costs.<\/p>\n
However, a non-profit group called The Friends of Haiku Stairs is calling for the stairway to be reopened rather than removed.<\/p>\n
The group held a rally to save the stairs before the council\u2019s vote but failed to convince the council members.<\/p>\n
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Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi is expected to approve the removal of the Haiku Stairs with a $1 million budget allocated. <\/p>\n
The mayor has 60 days to make a final decision.<\/p>\n
The Daily Star has contacted the Honolulu Board of Water Supply, which owns and manage the Haiku Stairs, for comment.<\/p>\n