Land Use & Zoning
In Hawaii, an 'overlay zone' adds:
AA. A second layer of zoning regulations on top of the underlying zone regulations✓ Correct
BB. Additional property to an existing zoning district
CC. Residential uses over commercial zones
DD. Federal regulations over state zoning law
Explanation
An overlay zone adds additional regulations (for historic preservation, flood hazard, design standards, etc.) on top of the base zoning, applying to all properties within the overlay area.
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