Land Use & Zoning
Hawaii's shoreline setback laws restrict development near the shoreline primarily to protect:
AAgricultural land from development
BCoastal resources, public beach access, and coastal properties from erosion✓ Correct
CHistoric sites from development
DConservation forest areas
Explanation
Hawaii's shoreline setback rules (administered by the Office of Conservation and Coastal Lands) protect coastal resources, maintain public beach access, and reduce the risk of development damage from coastal erosion and wave action.
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