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Kaneohe vs Mililani Town

How do hoa restrictions rules compare between Kaneohe, HI and Mililani Town, HI?

Kaneohe has fewer restrictions than Mililani Town.

Kaneohe, HI

Honolulu County

Few Restrictions

Kaneohe homeowner associations cannot block solar panel installation on single-family homes or townhouses under Hawaii state law HRS Sec. 196-7.

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Mililani Town, HI

Honolulu County

Some Restrictions

The Mililani Town Association and tract HOAs cannot block solar installation on single-family homes or townhouses under Hawaii state law HRS Sec. 196-7.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactKaneoheMililani Town
State codeHRS Sec. 196-7HRS Sec. 196-7
PreemptionVoids contrary CC&RsVoids contrary CC&Rs
Efficiency limitMax 25 percent reductionMax 25 percent reduction
Cost limitMax 15 percent increaseMax 15 percent increase

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Kaneohe FAQ

Can Kaneohe townhouse HOAs require panel screening?

Only if the screening does not reduce efficiency by more than 25 percent or raise cost by more than 15 percent. Otherwise the rule is void.

Do condo unit owners in Kaneohe Bay condos have the same rights?

HRS Sec. 196-7 covers single-family and townhouse owners. Condominium common-element roofs remain subject to association placement decisions.

Mililani Town FAQ

Can the MTA require me to hide conduit runs?

Yes, if the requirement does not exceed the statutory efficiency and cost caps. Document any added cost to show the rule stays within the 15 percent limit.

Do Mililani townhouse associations have the same limits?

Yes. HRS Sec. 196-7 covers townhouse owners. Condominium common-element roofs remain subject to association placement decisions for shared roofs.

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