Does the law replace existing local building codes?
The requirements of HRS 103-50 do not supplant or replace State or local laws that impose higher accessibility standards. The governing principal to follow when local codes differ is that the more stringent requirements apply. ———————————————————————— 1 This function was formerly the responsibility of the Commission on Persons with Disabilities. Act 282-99 dissolved the Commission on Persons with Disabilities effective December 31, 1999 and transferred it to the Disability and Communication Access Board effective January 1, 2000. 2 This function was formerly the responsibility of the Architectural Access Committee. Act 282-99 dissolved the Architectural Access Committee effective December 31, 1999 and transferred it to the Disability and Communication Access Board effective January 1, 2000.
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