HI HCR173

Urges county planning and permitting agencies in Hawaii to establish and meet efficiency goals and significantly increase the number of permits issued annually.

Acknowledges the housing shortage, with forecasts of 25,847 additional units needed in Honolulu, 19,610 in Hawaii County, 13,949 in Maui County, and 5,287 in Kauai County between 2015 and 2025.

Emphasizes the need to balance thorough plan review and building safety standards with expeditious permit processing to reduce housing costs and attract workers.

Requires certified copies of the resolution to be transmitted to each county mayor and heads of respective planning and permitting agencies.