Hawaii HB374 amends housing criteria to prioritize applicants based on need and other factors.

Hawaii HB374 modifies the criteria for housing assistance by prioritizing applicants based on need, including factors such as income, number of dependents, and physical disabilities. The bill also allows households with incomes up to 20% higher than the maximum sales price to qualify for housing. The corporation must set aside a percentage of units for state or county employees and validate an applicant's preference status before occupancy.

Hawaii HB374 amends housing criteria to prioritize applicants based on need and other factors.

Hawaii HB374 modifies the criteria for housing assistance by prioritizing applicants based on need, including factors such as income, number of dependents, and physical disabilities. The bill also allows households with incomes up to 20% higher than the maximum sales price to qualify for housing. The corporation must set aside a percentage of units for state or county employees and validate an applicant's preference status before occupancy.