Hawaii HB1325 aims to prevent displacement of tenants in affordable housing projects.

Hawaii HB1325 addresses the affordable housing crisis by ensuring that redevelopment projects do not displace tenants. The bill mandates that developers offer displaced tenants the right of first refusal for comparable units in the new project and establish a fund for relocation benefits. It also requires communication with tenants throughout the construction process. The bill emphasizes the importance of maintaining community stability and support networks, particularly for vulnerable populations.

Hawaii HB1325 aims to prevent displacement of tenants in affordable housing projects.

Hawaii HB1325 addresses the affordable housing crisis by ensuring that redevelopment projects do not displace tenants. The bill mandates that developers offer displaced tenants the right of first refusal for comparable units in the new project and establish a fund for relocation benefits. It also requires communication with tenants throughout the construction process. The bill emphasizes the importance of maintaining community stability and support networks, particularly for vulnerable populations.