HRS §171-96
Leasing public land to foreign governments
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗The state can lease public land to foreign governments for consulate use without a public auction, but only with the governor's approval. The lease must follow the same rules as other public land leases.
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The statute, as written — Lease to foreign governments
A copy, taken August 20, 2026. The version published by the Legislature is the one that governs, and it may have changed since. Check it before relying on anything here.
Notwithstanding any limitations to the contrary, the board of land and natural resources may, with the prior approval of the governor, lease public lands for consulate purposes without recourse to public auction to foreign governments. The manner of disposition and the terms and conditions thereto shall be in accordance with sections 171-33, 171-35 and 171-36.
Sections this one refers to
§171-33 Planning before selling or leasing state land
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