HRS §342L-37
Tank removal does not end cleanup duties
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗Taking an underground storage tank out of the ground does not excuse the owner or operator from following the cleanup and other rules that applied before removal. The state department will make rules for closing or changing the use of tanks to prevent future leaks.
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The statute, as written — Underground storage tank and tank system change in service and closure requirements
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.
Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to relieve the owners and operators of underground storage tanks and tank systems that have been removed from the ground of any responsibility to comply with the release response provisions in this chapter and any other requirements applicable to these owners and operators prior to the removal of the underground storage tanks or tank systems. The department, pursuant to chapter 91, shall adopt requirements for the change in service and temporary or permanent closure of underground storage tanks and tank systems, including requirements to prevent future releases of regulated substances into the environment.
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