HRS §269-27.5
Public hearing before building high-voltage lines through homes
Before a utility can build a new high-voltage power line (46 kilovolts or more) above ground through a residential area, the Public Utilities Commission must hold a public hearing. The hearing notice follows the same rules as other public hearings under state law.
The statute, as written — - 27.5] Construction of high - voltage electric transmission lines; hearing
Whenever a public utility plans to place, construct, erect, or otherwise build a new 46 kilovolt or greater high-voltage electric transmission system above the surface of the ground through any residential area, the public utilities commission shall conduct a public hearing prior to its issuance of approval thereof. Notice of the hearing shall be given in the manner provided in section 269-16 for notice of public hearings.
Sections this one refers to
§269-16 Utility rates and how they are set
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