Personal agriculture allowed
- Statute:
- Hawaii §421J-17 · Chapter PCA (Hawaii Planned Community Associations Act (HRS Chapter 421J))
- Topic:
- Member Rights · Personal agriculture
- Applies to:
- HOA associations
The association may not prohibit or unreasonably restrict personal agriculture (lawful edible crops for personal use or donation) in a unit owner's exclusive enclosed yard, subject to the master landscape plan and reasonable neighbor-protection rules.
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How SoShiny helps with Personal agriculture allowed
SoShiny tracks every member, owner, and renter at the unit level with the contact details and access rights this statute protects. Privacy-respecting by default, with statutory directory disclosures and opt-outs handled per-member.
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- What does Hawaii §421J-17 require?
- The association may not prohibit or unreasonably restrict personal agriculture (lawful edible crops for personal use or donation) in a unit owner's exclusive enclosed yard, subject to the master landscape plan and reasonable neighbor-protection rules.
- Who does Hawaii §421J-17 apply to?
- Hawaii §421J-17 applies to HOA associations in Hawaii.
- What happens if our HOA doesn't comply with §421J-17?
- 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 §421J-17?
- 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 Personal agriculture allowed?
- SoShiny tracks every member, owner, and renter at the unit level with the contact details and access rights this statute protects. Privacy-respecting by default, with statutory directory disclosures and opt-outs handled per-member. Learn more →
Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of Hawaii §421J-17 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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