Hawaii §514B-139

Upkeep of condominium; disposition of unclaimed possessions

Statute:
Hawaii §514B-139 · Chapter CONDO (Hawaii Condominium Property Act (HRS Chapter 514B))
Topic:
Governance · Operations
Applies to:
Condo associations

(a) When personalty in or on the common elements of a project has been abandoned, the board may sell the personalty in a commercially reasonable manner, store the personalty at the expense of its owner, donate the personalty to a charitable organization, or otherwise dispose of the personalty in its sole discretion; provided that: (1) If the identity and address of the owner are known, no sale, storage, donation, or other.

514b-139; upkeep; of; condominium; disposition; unclaimed; possessions

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Frequently asked

What does Hawaii §514B-139 require?
(a) When personalty in or on the common elements of a project has been abandoned, the board may sell the personalty in a commercially reasonable manner, store the personalty at the expense of its owner, donate the personalty to a charitable organization, or otherwise dispose of the personalty in its sole discretion; provided that: (1) If the identity and address of the owner are known, no sale, storage, donation, or other.
Who does Hawaii §514B-139 apply to?
Hawaii §514B-139 applies to Condo associations in Hawaii.
What happens if our condo doesn't comply with §514B-139?
Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for Hawaii community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
Where can I read the official text of Hawaii §514B-139?
The official text is published by the Hawaii State Legislature at capitol.hawaii.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
How does SoShiny help with Upkeep of condominium; disposition of unclaimed possessions?
SoShiny is built around the Florida statutes from day one. The features that help you comply with this section are part of every plan — no add-ons, no per-document fees. Learn more →

Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of Hawaii §514B-139 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a Hawaii-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.

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