Bill > HB777

This bill amends Section 205-6 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes to expand the Land Use Commission's authority regarding special permits for large land areas (over fifteen acres) or lands designated as important agricultural lands. Specifically, the bill allows the Land Use Commission to designate another agency, such as the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development, Department of Agriculture, or Agribusiness Development Corporation, to monitor compliance with restrictions imposed in a special permit. This means that instead of the Land Use Commission directly overseeing permit restrictions, they can now delegate this monitoring responsibility to another relevant state agency. The purpose appears to be increasing efficiency and leveraging the expertise of specialized agencies in tracking and ensuring adherence to land use permit conditions. The bill will take effect immediately upon approval, and any new statutory material is underscored to highlight the changes.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=777&year=2026