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HI HB516

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/21/2025

Primary Sponsor

Gene Ward

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals Act 39 (Session Laws of Hawaii 2024), which required counties to allow at least two accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on all residentially zoned lots by December 31, 2026

  • Establishes a new accessory dwelling unit housing development program administered by the Hawaii Community Development Authority (HCDA) to provide matching funds for ADU construction

  • Creates matching fund subsidies on a one-to-one basis up to a specified maximum amount per ADU for homeowners who build units in conformity with county requirements

  • Exempts ADUs funded through the program from general excise tax for the first three years of rental, with savings required to be passed on to renters through no rent increases

  • Establishes an accessory dwelling unit housing development special fund and appropriates unspecified amounts for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 for the program

Legislative Description

Relating To Housing.

Appropriation ($)

Last Action

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

12/8/2025

Committee Referrals

Housing1/21/2025

Full Bill Text

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