Land Use & Zoning

A 'density bonus' in Hawaii allows developers to build at higher densities if they:

APay a higher permit fee
BInclude affordable housing units in their project✓ Correct
CReduce the project's open space requirements
DBuild in designated conservation areas

Explanation

Hawaii counties offer density bonuses—allowing more units than the base zoning permits—to developers who include affordable housing units in their projects, incentivizing the creation of workforce and affordable housing.

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