Urging Each Of The County Councils To Adopt Supplemental Rules Pursuant To Section 514b-6, Hawaii Revised Statutes, To Ensure Conformance Of Condominium Property Regimes To The Purposes And Provisions Of County Zoning And Development Ordinances And Chapter 205, Hawaii Revised Statutes, Including Section 205-4.6, Hawaii Revised Statutes, Where Applicable.
The resolution indicates a response to significant issues arising from the current legislative framework which allows agricultural land developers to bypass critical county subdivision requirements. This exemption is raising concerns that the condominium property regime process is favored over those regulated at the county level, potentially leading to inadequate oversight and governance of these land developments. By urging county councils to implement supplemental rules, SCR173 seeks to bolster local governance and ensure that land use aligns with broader agricultural and developmental goals.
SCR173 calls on county councils in Hawaii to adopt supplemental rules under section 514B-6 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes. The primary aim is to align condominium property regimes with the county's zoning and development ordinances, as well as relevant provisions from chapter 205 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes. This resolution highlights the increasing interest in developing agricultural lands in areas like Kunia, emphasizing the need for coherent planning and regulations that traditional condominium property regime laws often lack, especially concerning county approvals. The absence of such approvals can undermine long-term planning and infrastructure support.
There is a notable contention surrounding the existing exemption for agricultural land developers in constructing residential buildings without adequate county permitting. Critics of this process argue that such leniency could lead to unauthorized structures, impacting the legality and safety of housing in these regions. Furthermore, the resolution requests the City and County of Honolulu to not only regulate but also create mechanisms for demolishing illegal structures, which may raise debates among property owners and developers about the implications of stricter oversight in land management.