Section 19-170-151 - Purpose The purpose of this subchapter is to regulate and control the subdivision and consolidation of land for the following purposes, all of which promote the general welfare and an environment that is safer, healthier, more convenient, efficient, and attractive:
(1) To implement the purpose of chapter 206J, HRS, namely, to strengthen the international economic base of the community in trade activities, to enhance the beautification of the waterfront, and in conjunction with the state department of transportation, to better serve modern maritime uses, and to provide for public access and use of the waterfront property;(2) To serve as a stimulant to the commercial activities of the downtown business community and to help transform the waterfront into a "people place";(3) To insure and promote the observance of desirable planning and engineering design principles and practice;(4) To promote good civic planning and design and assure an arrangement of lots, streets, utilities, and other features so as to achieve an orderly layout and efficient use of the land;(5) To preserve, enhance, and improve the natural amenities, qualities, and environment of the community by securing a harmonious relationship between the subdivision and its environment;(6) To coordinate street improvements with relation to existing and planned street and highway systems and insure adequate provisions for traffic control, traffic safety, water supply, sewage, drainage, and electrical and other utility lines;(7) To prevent population congestion and to secure safety from fire and other dangers to persons and property; and(8) To promote efficient expenditure of public money.Haw. Code R. § 19-170-151
[Eff MAY 5 2013] (Auth: HRS §§ 206J-5(5), 206J-7) (Imp: HRS § 206J-7)