Many are aware of the obvious challenges to homeownership in Hawaiʻi—high housing costs, limited land, and strict mortgage requirements—but there are less visible barriers as well. In 2025, Housing No Kākou is pushing to close gaps in the construction defect resolution process by requiring builders to inspect and respond to homeowners’ legitimate construction defect claims, while still maintaining a homeowner’s right to sue. Hawaiʻi lawmakers are currently hearing HB420 to clarify the construction defect resolution process and protect potential homebuyers and homeowners from loopholes that drive up housing costs and delay homeownership opportunities. Encouraging cooperation and holding builders accountable helps to eliminate obstacles to housing, and makes homeownership more attainable, sustainable, and fair for all.