Property Ownership
What is a 'townhouse' or 'fee simple townhouse' ownership structure and how is it used in Hawaii?
AA. A rental unit above a garage; not a separate ownership category in Hawaii
BB. Ownership of an individual attached dwelling unit where the owner holds fee simple title to the unit and its lot (or a portion thereof), and shares walls with neighboring units✓ Correct
CC. A condominium that happens to be two stories tall
DD. A type of ground floor condominium unit in a high-rise building
Explanation
Fee simple townhouses in Hawaii can be structured as either true fee simple (owning the land) or as condominiums (owning the unit with an undivided interest in common areas). They are popular in Hawaii as they provide more space and outdoor area than high-rise condos at a lower price point than single-family homes, making them an affordable option in Hawaii's housing market.
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