Land Use & Zoning
The Special Management Area (SMA) in Hawaii refers to:
ALand designated for resort development only
BA coastal zone area requiring special permits for development near the shoreline✓ Correct
CAgricultural land restricted from subdivision
DMilitary reserved areas
Explanation
The Special Management Area is a coastal zone established under Hawaii's Coastal Zone Management Act. Significant development within the SMA requires an SMA permit from the county planning commission.
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