Unit boundaries
- Statute:
- Hawaii §514B-35 · Chapter CONDO (Hawaii Condominium Property Act (HRS Chapter 514B))
- Topic:
- Governing Documents · Declaration
- Applies to:
- Condo associations
Except as provided by the declaration: (1) If walls, floors, or ceilings are designated as boundaries of a unit, all lath, furring, wallboard, plasterboard, plaster, paneling, tiles, wallpaper, paint, finished flooring, and any other materials constituting any part of the finished surfaces thereof are a part of the unit, and all other portions of the walls, floors, or ceilings, are a part of the common elements; (2) If any.
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- What does Hawaii §514B-35 require?
- Except as provided by the declaration: (1) If walls, floors, or ceilings are designated as boundaries of a unit, all lath, furring, wallboard, plasterboard, plaster, paneling, tiles, wallpaper, paint, finished flooring, and any other materials constituting any part of the finished surfaces thereof are a part of the unit, and all other portions of the walls, floors, or ceilings, are a part of the common elements; (2) If any.
- Who does Hawaii §514B-35 apply to?
- Hawaii §514B-35 applies to Condo associations in Hawaii.
- What happens if our condo doesn't comply with §514B-35?
- 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-35?
- 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 Unit boundaries?
- 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-35 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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