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HB 330

RELATING TO SCHOOL IMPACT FEES.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Lisa Kitagawa and 2 co-sponsors

HB 330 would modify Hawaii's school impact fee requirements for developers, affecting housing construction costs and school funding mechanisms statewide.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · HB 330

Legislative bill overview

HB 330 addresses school impact fees in Hawaii, which are charges developers pay to help fund school infrastructure needs created by new residential or commercial development. The bill was introduced by Representatives Kitagawa, Todd, and La Chica but has stalled in the legislative process, being deferred by the Housing Committee and carried over to the 2026 session without a clear resolution.

Why is this important

School impact fees directly affect housing development costs and affordability, as developers typically pass these fees to buyers or renters. This bill is significant because Hawaii faces both a severe housing shortage and aging school infrastructure, making the balance between developer contributions and housing costs a critical policy issue for residents and the construction industry.

Potential points of contention

  • Fee structure and amount: How much developers should pay and whether current or proposed fees adequately fund school needs without making housing unaffordable
  • Developer burden vs. public responsibility: Whether private developers should bear costs for public school infrastructure or if general taxation should fund schools regardless of growth
  • Geographic disparities: How fees might affect development differently across islands and communities, potentially concentrating growth or disincentivizing building in certain areas
  • Exemptions and deferrals: Questions about which developments qualify for fee waivers or reduced payments, and whether deferrals create unfair advantages

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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