Const. Art. XI, §4

Land Banking

Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗

This section gives the State the power to buy property rights to manage future growth and land use. Using this power is considered a public purpose, so it is allowed under the law.

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The constitution, as written — Land Banking

A copy, taken August 21, 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 State shall have the power to acquire interests in real property to control future growth, development and land use within the State. The exercise of such power is deemed to be for a public use and purpose.

Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 21, 2026

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