SB699

Hawaii SB699 provides grants to low-income residents and condominium associations to fortify homes against hurricanes.

Hawaii SB699 aims to address the increasing threat of hurricanes by providing grants to low-income residents and condominium associations to strengthen residential properties against hurricanes. The bill allocates funds for grants ranging from $25,000 to $50,000 for houses and $10,000 for condominiums, with a focus on properties where owners earn 80% or less of the area median income. The grants are intended to fortify homes against hurricanes with sustained winds exceeding 200 miles per hour, aiming to reduce the number of people needing shelter during a major hurricane.