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This bill proposes a significant restructuring of planned community and condominium associations in Hawaii by administratively dissolving all such associations existing as of July 1, 2027, and transferring their powers and responsibilities to the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA). Beginning January 1, 2027, the DCCA will administer these communities, managing common areas, architectural controls, maintenance, and assessments under existing bylaws and governing documents. No new planned community or condominium associations can be formed after June 30, 2027. The department will assume all rights, powers, and functions of existing associations, and will be able to transfer and retain current association employees with flexible hiring and salary guidelines. The bill requires the DCCA to submit a detailed report to the legislature before the 2026 regular session, outlining a governance plan, estimated budget, potential legal considerations (including constitutional concerns), and proposed legislation for long-term administration of planned communities and condominiums. Dissolved associations will retain a limited corporate existence solely to wind down their affairs. The bill aims to centralize the management of these community organizations under state oversight while preserving existing operational structures and minimizing disruption to residents.

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https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=630&year=2025