HI SB3059

Allows state and county agencies to designate public and private lands under their stewardship or control for construction of indigenous architecture.

Exempts indigenous architecture from planning, zoning, construction standards, development, and home construction regulations of governmental agencies and public utilities.

Requires indigenous architecture to be constructed under supervision of a certified hale builder, defined as someone who completed a Hawaiian hale construction course from University of Hawaii or its community colleges, or received county building official approval.

Defines "indigenous architecture" as native Hawaiian architectural practices, styles, customs, techniques, and materials including structures with rock or wood frame walls covered by natural grass thatch or other natural material roofs.

Takes effect July 1, 2016.