Requesting exemption from permit requirements for diversified agriculture on former sugarcane lands in Hawaii's conservation district.

This bill requests the Department of Land and Natural Resources and the Board of Land and Natural Resources to exempt agricultural enterprises practicing diversified agriculture on former sugarcane lands within the conservation district from any permit or site plan approval requirements. The bill aims to support the state's food system resilience goals by increasing local food production and reducing reliance on imports. The current permitting process is described as time-consuming and burdensome, delaying beneficial reuse and maintenance of former plantation lands.

Requesting exemption from permit requirements for diversified agriculture on former sugarcane lands in Hawaii's conservation district.

This bill requests the Department of Land and Natural Resources and the Board of Land and Natural Resources to exempt agricultural enterprises practicing diversified agriculture on former sugarcane lands within the conservation district from any permit or site plan approval requirements. The bill aims to support the state's food system resilience goals by increasing local food production and reducing reliance on imports. The current permitting process is described as time-consuming and burdensome, delaying beneficial reuse and maintenance of former plantation lands.