Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HR75

Introduced
3/12/26  
Refer
3/18/26  
Report Pass
4/2/26  
Refer
4/2/26  
Report Pass
4/9/26  

Caption

Supporting The Use Of The Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund To Fund Predevelopment Costs For Any Government Affordable Housing Development Project Through Interim Loans To Expedite The Delivery Of Affordable Housing To Hawaii's Residents.

Impact

The resolution emphasizes the importance of predevelopment financing in overcoming barriers to affordable housing development. As the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation has not historically used the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund for projects not owned or administered by itself, this bill seeks to broaden the fund's applicability. The intent is to ensure that all counties can access funding for predevelopment costs, which many localities currently struggle to secure. This approach could lead to more timely and efficient construction of affordable housing units across the state.

Summary

House Resolution 75 (HR75) supports the use of the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund to finance predevelopment costs for government-affiliated affordable housing projects in Hawaii. The resolution specifically advocates for using interim loans from this fund to facilitate the often critically risky and variable predevelopment phase of housing projects, which includes necessary technical analysis, site planning, and securing permits. By backing this funding method, HR75 aims to expedite the delivery of affordable housing to Hawaii's residents, addressing the state's pressing housing needs.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding HR75 relate to the inherent risks associated with financing the predevelopment phase. Critics might argue that allocating funds from the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund poses financial risks due to the uncertainty and variability involved in the predevelopment stage. Proponents, however, contend that without access to these funds, vital projects may never reach fruition, exacerbating the housing crisis in Hawaii. The resolution thus reflects a balancing act between ensuring adequate funding for housing and managing the associated financial risks.

Companion Bills

HI HCR83

Same As Supporting The Use Of The Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund To Fund Predevelopment Costs For Any Government Affordable Housing Development Project Through Interim Loans To Expedite The Delivery Of Affordable Housing To Hawaii's Residents.

HI SR45

Same As Supporting The Use Of The Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund To Fund Predevelopment Costs For Any Government Affordable Housing Development Project Through Interim Loans To Expedite The Delivery Of Affordable Housing To Hawaii's Residents.

Previously Filed As

HI SB1170

Relating To The Expeditious Redevelopment And Development Of Affordable Rental Housing.

HI SB26

Relating To Affordable Housing.

HI HB203

Relating To Affordable Housing Development.

HI SB71

Relating To The Rental Housing Revolving Fund.

HI HB744

Relating To The Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund.

HI SB1229

Relating To The Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund.

HI HB1009

Relating To The Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund.

HI SB1328

Relating To The Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund.

HI HB460

Relating To The Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund.

HI SB80

Relating To The Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund.

Similar Bills

HI SR45

Supporting The Use Of The Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund To Fund Predevelopment Costs For Any Government Affordable Housing Development Project Through Interim Loans To Expedite The Delivery Of Affordable Housing To Hawaii's Residents.

HI SCR46

Supporting The Use Of The Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund To Fund Predevelopment Costs For Any Government Affordable Housing Development Project Through Interim Loans To Expedite The Delivery Of Affordable Housing To Hawaii's Residents.

HI HCR83

Supporting The Use Of The Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund To Fund Predevelopment Costs For Any Government Affordable Housing Development Project Through Interim Loans To Expedite The Delivery Of Affordable Housing To Hawaii's Residents.

OR HB2964

Relating to affordable housing; and declaring an emergency.

CA AB1296

Local educational agencies: reserve funds.

CA AB1381

An act to add Section 17199.