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Hawaii's coastal erosion and sea-level rise:

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B) Affect shoreline property values, development setbacks, and long-term viability — Hawaii has enacted shoreline setback regulations and sea-level rise adaptation plans

Hawaii faces significant coastal erosion and sea-level rise risks. Shoreline setback rules restrict construction near the coast, and many beachfront properties face long-term erosion threats that must be considered in valuations.

Answer Options
A
Not a concern
B
Affect shoreline property values, development setbacks, and long-term viability — Hawaii has enacted shoreline setback regulations and sea-level rise adaptation plans
C
Only on Big Island
D
Only commercial

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Related Topics:

Coastal Zone Management Actshoreline setbackSpecial Management Area permitsea-level rise adaptationenvironmental disclosure

Key Terms:

shoreline setbackcoastal erosionsea-level riseCoastal Zone Management Actcertified shorelineSpecial Management Area

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