HRS §346-385
What key terms mean in this section
This section defines important words used in the law about homelessness programs. It explains who the coordinator and director are, and what kauhale, office, and ohana zone mean. These definitions help everyone understand the rules that follow.
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The statute, as written — Definitions
As used in this subpart, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise: "Coordinator" means the coordinator on homelessness as provided in section 346-381.5. "Director" means the director of human services. "Kauhale" means: (1) A program to address the basic needs of individuals experiencing houselessness; and (2) Affordable housing spaces that are communal living spaces with individual household units and charge monthly rents no more than thirty per cent of the area median income level. "Office" means the statewide office on homelessness and housing solutions. "Ohana zone" means a place: (1) That has a program to address basic needs of individuals experiencing homelessness; and (2) Where wrap-around services, social and health care services, transportation, and other services may be offered with the goals of alleviating poverty and transitioning individuals experiencing homelessness into affordable housing.
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