Gentry community associations cannot block solar PV on Ewa Gentry single-family homes or townhouses under HRS Sec. 196-7 state preemption.
Ewa Gentry's many subdivision HOAs and master association historically reviewed rooftop additions through architectural committees. Hawaii state statute HRS Sec. 196-7 preempts any HOA, community association, lease, or contract provision that would prevent installation of a solar energy device on a single-family dwelling or townhouse owned by the homeowner. HOAs may not charge fees for solar placement and may not impose restrictions that cut device efficiency by more than 25 percent or raise costs by more than 15 percent. There is no separate Honolulu county ordinance on HOA solar restrictions, so Ewa Gentry homeowners rely on the state statute.
Gentry HOA denials that violate HRS Sec. 196-7 are legally void. Homeowners may seek declaratory or injunctive relief and potentially cost recovery in court.
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Ewa Gentry dog owners are subject to ROH §7-2.3, which treats continuous or repeated barking, howling, or whining that disturbs neighbors as a civil animal n...
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