Establishes the Hawaii builds pilot program to expedite affordable housing projects.

The bill establishes the Hawaii builds pilot program within the Hawaii housing finance and development corporation. This program aims to expedite the delivery of affordable housing projects, particularly for households earning between 60% and 140% of the area median income. The program includes provisions for prioritizing project reviews, granting necessary exemptions, and expediting permit processes. The Hawaii housing finance and development corporation will manage the program, with a focus on statewide participation and coordination among state and county agencies.

Establishes the Hawaii builds pilot program to expedite affordable housing projects.

The bill establishes the Hawaii builds pilot program within the Hawaii housing finance and development corporation. This program aims to expedite the delivery of affordable housing projects, particularly for households earning between 60% and 140% of the area median income. The program includes provisions for prioritizing project reviews, granting necessary exemptions, and expediting permit processes. The Hawaii housing finance and development corporation will manage the program, with a focus on statewide participation and coordination among state and county agencies.