SB331 amends Hawaii's Contractor Repair Act to modify the process for construction defect claims.

SB331 amends Hawaii's Contractor Repair Act to enhance the process for construction defect claims. It requires claimants to provide detailed evidence of the defect and necessary repairs when serving a notice of claim. The bill also mandates that contractors offer to remedy defects within 30 days of receiving a claim, with options for monetary payment, repairs, or a combination. Claimants must respond to these offers within 30 to 45 days, depending on the circumstances. If a claimant unreasonably rejects an offer, their recovery is limited to the value of the offer.

SB331 amends Hawaii's Contractor Repair Act to modify the process for construction defect claims.

SB331 amends Hawaii's Contractor Repair Act to enhance the process for construction defect claims. It requires claimants to provide detailed evidence of the defect and necessary repairs when serving a notice of claim. The bill also mandates that contractors offer to remedy defects within 30 days of receiving a claim, with options for monetary payment, repairs, or a combination. Claimants must respond to these offers within 30 to 45 days, depending on the circumstances. If a claimant unreasonably rejects an offer, their recovery is limited to the value of the offer.