HB654

Hawaii HB654 amends the definition of "special management area minor permit" to include smaller developments with limited environmental impact.

Hawaii HB654 modifies the definition of "special management area minor permit" to include developments with a valuation not exceeding $1,000,000 and no substantial adverse environmental or ecological effects. This change applies to construction or reconstruction of single-family residential use on shoreline parcels or those impacted by waves, storm surges, high tide, or shoreline erosion, provided the development is not part of a larger project. The bill repeals previous statutory material and takes effect upon approval.