Hawaii HB1701 prohibits off-street parking requirements for new developments in transit-oriented areas.

Hawaii HB1701 amends state law to prohibit minimum off-street parking requirements for new developments or redevelopments within transit-oriented development infrastructure improvement program areas. This change aims to reduce traffic fatalities, curb congestion, and lessen environmental impacts by promoting alternative transportation and higher-density development near transit hubs. The bill also allows for adaptive reuse of buildings, exempting them from off-street parking requirements if certain conditions are met. The changes take effect on July 1, 2027.

Hawaii HB1701 prohibits off-street parking requirements for new developments in transit-oriented areas.

Hawaii HB1701 amends state law to prohibit minimum off-street parking requirements for new developments or redevelopments within transit-oriented development infrastructure improvement program areas. This change aims to reduce traffic fatalities, curb congestion, and lessen environmental impacts by promoting alternative transportation and higher-density development near transit hubs. The bill also allows for adaptive reuse of buildings, exempting them from off-street parking requirements if certain conditions are met. The changes take effect on July 1, 2027.