Property Ownership

What are 'kuleana lands' in Hawaii?

AA. Lands held by the state for conservation purposes
BB. Small parcels awarded to Native Hawaiian commoners during the Great Mahele✓ Correct
CC. Lands reserved for Native Hawaiian homesteads under the HHCA
DD. Coastal lands subject to public access rights

Explanation

Kuleana lands are small parcels awarded to Hawaiian commoners (makaainana) during the Great Mahele process. The Kuleana Act of 1850 allowed commoners to apply for fee simple ownership of lands they cultivated. Many kuleana parcels still exist today.

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