Land Use & Zoning
In Hawaii, a 'rezoning petition' requires which type of public process?
AA. Only written notification to adjacent property owners
BB. Public hearings before the county planning commission and sometimes the county council✓ Correct
CC. A private meeting with the county mayor
DD. Approval by a simple majority of neighboring property owners
Explanation
Rezoning petitions in Hawaii counties require public hearings before the planning commission, with public notice, allowing testimony from interested parties before a decision is made.
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