HB1900 amends Hawaii statutes to modify procedures for claims related to construction defects.

HB1900 revises the process for handling claims related to construction defects in Hawaii. It mandates that claimants must serve contractors with a written notice of claim within 90 days before filing an action. Contractors must then respond within 30 days, either by rejecting the claim or proposing to inspect the premises. If the contractor proposes inspection, the claimant must provide access within 30 or 45 days, depending on the circumstances. The contractor has 14 days after inspection to offer a settlement, which can include monetary payment, repairs, or both.

HB1900 amends Hawaii statutes to modify procedures for claims related to construction defects.

HB1900 revises the process for handling claims related to construction defects in Hawaii. It mandates that claimants must serve contractors with a written notice of claim within 90 days before filing an action. Contractors must then respond within 30 days, either by rejecting the claim or proposing to inspect the premises. If the contractor proposes inspection, the claimant must provide access within 30 or 45 days, depending on the circumstances. The contractor has 14 days after inspection to offer a settlement, which can include monetary payment, repairs, or both.