Bill > HB631

This bill prohibits condominium associations and planned community associations in Hawaii from charging unit owners any filing fees, application fees, or similar charges when they want to improve, alter, repair, or renovate their own unit or related real property, including exterior portions. The bill specifically amends two chapters of Hawaii Revised Statutes (Chapter 421J and Chapter 514B) to add identical provisions that prevent these associations from imposing such fees on unit owners seeking to make modifications to their property. By doing so, the legislation aims to reduce financial barriers for homeowners who wish to make improvements to their units. The bill takes effect immediately upon approval and does not impact any rights, penalties, or proceedings that occurred before its effective date. This legislative change appears designed to give unit owners more flexibility and reduce potential financial obstacles when making personalized improvements to their living spaces within common interest communities.

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https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=631&year=2025