SB755 amends Hawaii Revised Statutes to redefine development and special management area permits, and outlines procedures for special management area.

SB755 amends the definition of "development" to include various land and water activities within special management areas, such as waste placement, grading, and changes in land use density. It also redefines "special management area use permit" as actions authorizing development exceeding $500,000 or with substantial environmental effects. The bill mandates that counties adopt rules for special management area use permit procedures, ensuring minimal adverse effects on water resources and scenic amenities. Counties must also provide notice to affected property owners and the public.

SB755 amends Hawaii Revised Statutes to redefine development and special management area permits, and outlines procedures for special management area.

SB755 amends the definition of "development" to include various land and water activities within special management areas, such as waste placement, grading, and changes in land use density. It also redefines "special management area use permit" as actions authorizing development exceeding $500,000 or with substantial environmental effects. The bill mandates that counties adopt rules for special management area use permit procedures, ensuring minimal adverse effects on water resources and scenic amenities. Counties must also provide notice to affected property owners and the public.