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From: malis hodak <br /> To: W PCtesti mono <br /> Subject: Bill121 <br /> Date: Tuesday,April 2,2024 2:45:44 PM <br /> Aloha Chairman Lin, <br /> I am writing to express my deep concerns regarding the current provisions of Bill 121. As a <br /> resident of Hawaii, I believe that while the intention behind the bill is to regulate short- <br /> term vacation rentals, it inadvertently imposes undue hardships on local families and small <br /> operators who depend on these rentals for their livelihood. <br /> Firstly, the affidavit requirement places an unreasonable burden on homeowners, forcing <br /> them to declare that all improvements on their property are properly permitted. This <br /> requirement overlooks the historical challenges and delays in the permitting process within <br /> Hawaii County, potentially criminalizing homeowners for past improvements made under <br /> different circumstances. <br /> Secondly, the bill's restrictions on where hosts live in relation to their guests are overly <br /> restrictive and infringe on private property rights. The requirement that owners must be in <br /> the same building, on the same parcel, or on an adjacent parcel to where their guests stay <br /> limits the flexibility needed for diverse living arrangements and does not consider the <br /> unique layouts of many properties in Hawaii. <br /> Lastly, the bill's reporting requirements are invasive and pose a risk to the privacy and <br /> safety of operators by mandating the public disclosure of addresses and ownership details. <br /> This not only exposes operators to potential harassment but also undermines the trust <br /> between hosts and guests. <br /> Therefore, I respectfully request the Planning Commission to consider the following <br /> recommendations: <br /> Remove the affidavit requirement to alleviate the burden on homeowners. <br /> Recommend the removal of restrictions about where hosts live in relation to their guests, <br /> respecting private property rights. <br /> Recommend removing intrusive reporting requirements to protect the privacy and safety <br /> of operators. <br /> These changes are crucial in ensuring that the regulations are fair, enforceable, and do not <br /> disproportionately impact local families and small operators. I appreciate your attention to <br /> these matters and hope for a thoughtful reevaluation of Bill 121's provisions. <br /> Mahalo for your consideration, <br /> Chanmalis Hodak <br /> Sent from my iPhone <br />