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HCDA warns legislation requiring 'complete communities' could hamper planning; committee advances bill with amendments

Joint Committees on Housing and on Water, Land, Culture, and the Arts · February 18, 2026
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Summary

SB 3,327 would require the Hawaii Community Development Authority to plan for 'complete communities.' HCDA testified that many elements are planning exercises best decided through community engagement, and the committee advanced the bill with amendments and a referral to Ways and Means.

Senate Bill 3,327, which would require the Hawaii Community Development Authority (HCDA) to plan for “complete communities” that include amenities and infrastructure to support quality of life, was advanced with amendments and referral to the Ways and Means Committee after agency comments and committee discussion.

HCDA told the joint committees it understands the bill’s intent but urged…

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