HRS §174C-10
Dispute resolution
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗The water commission can hear water disputes anywhere in the state, even outside designated water management areas. It has the final say on these disputes. This section only sets up who decides, not the rules for deciding.
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The statute, as written — Dispute resolution
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.
The commission shall have jurisdiction statewide to hear any dispute regarding water resource protection, water permits, or constitutionally protected water interests, or where there is insufficient water to meet competing needs for water, whether or not the area involved has been designated as a water management area under this chapter. The final decision on any matter shall be made by the commission.
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