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HI HB489
Bill
Status
3/1/2013
Primary Sponsor
Jessica Wooley
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AI Summary
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Exempts nonresidential buildings or structures on farms from building code and permit requirements under certain circumstances to encourage diversified agriculture and agricultural self-sufficiency in Hawaii
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Amends section 46-88(a)(1) of Hawaii Revised Statutes regarding square-footage requirements for agricultural buildings
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Repeals the amended square-footage requirements on July 1, 2016, at which time existing provisions will be reenacted
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Received support from agricultural organizations including Hawaii Farm Bureau Federation, Hawaii Cattlemen's Council, Local Food Coalition, and aquaculture associations
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Faced opposition from State Fire Council, County of Maui Department of Public Works, and Historic Hawaii Foundation
Legislative Description
Agricultural Building Permits; Exemptions
Last Action
The committee(s) on AGL/PSM deleted the measure from the public hearing scheduled on 04-02-13 2:30PM in conference room 224.
4/1/2013