Allows Hawaii counties to require fire sprinklers in residential buildings.
The bill repeals a prohibition on counties requiring the installation or retrofitting of automatic fire sprinklers in residential one- and two-family dwellings. It recognizes the unique challenges Hawaii faces in fire protection and aims to enhance public safety by allowing local measures to reduce fire losses. The changes take effect on June 30, 2026.
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