Build Beyond Barriers Working Group

The Build Beyond Barriers Working Group was created to identify and recommend ways to streamline Hawaii's permitting and regulatory processes that delay housing and infrastructure construction. It examines statutory, regulatory, and administrative barriers in the building permit system and proposes reforms to reduce construction timelines without compromising safety or environmental standards. Its recommendations target one of the primary drivers of Hawaii's high housing costs.

Permitting delays in Hawaii add significant cost and time to housing construction, contributing to the state's housing shortage and high rents. Contractors, developers, homeowners, and housing advocates can engage with the working group's public proceedings to help shape a more efficient construction approval process.