HI HB122

Extends the repeal date of Act 173 (2009) from July 1, 2013 to July 1, 2020, which exempts renewable energy projects from subdivision requirements on state agricultural and conservation lands.

Clarifies that wind energy facilities, including appurtenances for production and transmission of wind-generated energy, qualify for subdivision exemptions in both agricultural and conservation state land use districts.

Allows leases and easements for renewable energy projects that received exemptions prior to July 1, 2020 to continue in effect after the repeal date, provided they restrict use to renewable energy development and have an initial term of at least twenty years.

Requires county agencies or the Department of Land and Natural Resources to approve subdivision exemptions within 90 days of receiving conceptual schematics and certification that environmental reviews will be completed before development commences.

Makes conforming amendments to Hawaii Revised Statutes sections 201N-13 and 201N-14 to update repeal dates and clarify exemption requirements.