Bill > SB1533

This bill introduces new regulations for clean and sober homes, which are residences that provide supportive housing for individuals recovering from substance abuse. The bill requires clean and sober homes with five or more residents to obtain a conditional use permit from the county in which they are located. It mandates that all such homes must register with the Department of Health (DOH) and receive a certificate of registration, which must be publicly displayed and cannot be transferred to a new owner or location. The DOH will establish and maintain a registry of these homes, with specific standards for organizational, fiscal, operational, and property requirements. The department will be empowered to conduct unannounced annual inspections of registered homes and may revoke a home's registration if it fails to meet established standards or poses an immediate danger to residents or the public. Additionally, the DOH will provide a toll-free number for complaints and will work to educate the public about clean and sober homes. Existing clean and sober homes with five or more residents will have until January 1, 2026, to obtain the required conditional use permit, giving them time to comply with the new regulations. The bill aims to ensure the safety and accountability of these recovery support residences while protecting the privacy of their residents.

Health and Social Services

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=1533&year=2025