Kapolei community associations cannot block solar PV on single-family or townhouse homes under HRS Sec. 196-7 state preemption.
Kapolei includes many HOAs across single-family subdivisions, townhouse communities, and mixed-use developments that 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. No separate Honolulu county ordinance covers HOA solar restrictions in Kapolei, so state law governs.
Kapolei HOA denials or fees that violate HRS Sec. 196-7 are void. Homeowners can seek declaratory or injunctive relief and possible cost recovery in court.
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ROH Sec. 16-6.2 requires Kapolei residential swimming pools to be enclosed by a complete barrier with self-closing gates designed to prevent access by young ...
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ROH Sec. 21-4.40 limits fill-containing retaining walls in Kapolei to six feet within required yards and combines terraced wall heights for compliance measur...
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ROH Sec. 21-4.60 defines fences to include wrought iron, wire, wood, vinyl, and plastic, giving Kapolei residents a broad palette of compliant materials.
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ROH Sec. 21-4.30 controls what Kapolei neighbors can install in required yards along shared property lines, since Honolulu does not have a dedicated city spi...
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Public parks in Kapolei are closed during posted night hours under ROH Sec. 10-1.2, though beach parks allow direct traverse to the shoreline during closure.
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Kapolei follows HRS Sec. 577-16, which bars children under 16 from public places between 10 p.m. and 4 a.m. without a parent or guardian; Honolulu has no sep...
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