Urges Hawaii counties to create property tax relief programs for seniors who have owned and occupied their homes for at least ten years.

The bill urges Hawaii counties to establish property tax relief programs for senior citizens aged 65 and older who have owned and occupied their residences for at least ten consecutive years. It recognizes the contributions of long-term residents and aims to help them age in place with dignity. The relief programs should complement existing county programs and apply only to owner-occupied properties, excluding rental, investment, and second homes. The bill also requests that counties establish reasonable criteria to verify eligibility, including proof of age, ownership, and occupancy.

Urges Hawaii counties to create property tax relief programs for seniors who have owned and occupied their homes for at least ten years.

The bill urges Hawaii counties to establish property tax relief programs for senior citizens aged 65 and older who have owned and occupied their residences for at least ten consecutive years. It recognizes the contributions of long-term residents and aims to help them age in place with dignity. The relief programs should complement existing county programs and apply only to owner-occupied properties, excluding rental, investment, and second homes. The bill also requests that counties establish reasonable criteria to verify eligibility, including proof of age, ownership, and occupancy.