Property Ownership
What rights does a Hawaii condominium owner have in the common elements of the building?
AA. No rights; common elements are owned by the HOA board
BB. An undivided interest in the common elements proportionate to their unit's percentage interest✓ Correct
CC. Exclusive ownership of the common elements adjacent to their unit
DD. A right to use but not an ownership interest in common elements
Explanation
Condominium owners in Hawaii hold an undivided percentage interest in the common elements (lobby, hallways, amenities, land) in addition to fee simple ownership of their individual unit. This percentage interest is typically proportional to the unit's size relative to the total project.
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