Hawaii § 205-8 - Nonconforming uses.
Full text of Hawaii Hawaii Revised Statutes § 205-8 — Nonconforming uses., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 205-8. Nonconforming uses.
The lawful use of land or buildings existing on the date of establishment of any interim agricultural district and rural district in final form may be continued although the use, including lot size, does not conform to this chapter; provided that no nonconforming building shall be replaced, reconstructed, or enlarged or changed to another nonconforming use and no nonconforming use of land shall be expanded or changed to another nonconforming use. In addition, if any nonconforming use of land or building is discontinued or held in abeyance for a period of one year, the further continuation of such use shall be prohibited. [L 1963, c 205, pt of §2; Supp, §98H-8; HRS §205-8] Previous Vol04_Ch0201-0257 Next
Source: official Hawaii text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Hawaii § 205-8
What does Hawaii Revised Statutes § 205-8 cover?
Section 205-8 ("Nonconforming uses.") is part of the Hawaii Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Hawaii. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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