Land Use & Zoning
In Hawaii, a 'development agreement' between a developer and a county provides:
AA. Guaranteed profit for the developer
BB. Certainty about permitted uses and development standards for a specified period in exchange for developer obligations✓ Correct
CC. Exemption from all environmental review requirements
DD. Permission to bypass all zoning ordinances
Explanation
A development agreement provides vested rights for the developer (certainty on allowed uses and standards) in exchange for commitments such as infrastructure, affordable housing, or public benefits.
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