Environmental
What is 'wetlands regulation' and its impact on Hawaii real estate development?
AA. A federal program that benefits all Hawaii landowners by protecting coastal areas
BB. Federal (Section 404 of the Clean Water Act) and state regulations protecting wetlands; development activities in or near wetlands require permits and may be denied, significantly restricting development potential✓ Correct
CC. A Hawaii regulation affecting only Big Island properties near volcanic lava flows
DD. Regulations only applying to agricultural lands near rivers
Explanation
Wetlands (marshes, coastal mudflats, estuaries, stream buffers) are protected under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (Army Corps of Engineers) and Hawaii state regulations (under DOH and DLNR). Filling or altering wetlands requires permits, and many permits are denied. Properties with wetlands may have significantly constrained development potential, affecting value.
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