HI SB2132

Extends the deadline for landlords to commence repairs of health or safety violations from five business days to seven calendar days after written notification by health departments or state/county agencies.

Increases the maximum rent deduction tenants can make for repair costs from $500 to $1,000 or one month's rent, whichever is greater, for both health/safety violations and defective conditions.

Requires landlords to commence repairs within three business days for critical systems (electrical, plumbing, major appliances) necessary for sanitary and habitable living conditions, with same notification requirements for delays.

Adds a new subsection (h) defining "health or safety violation" as any condition in noncompliance with section 521-42(a)(1).

Takes effect November 1, 2024.