HAR §13-209-4.3. Closing of areas

(a) The board or its authorized representative may close or restrict the public use of all or any portion of a natural area reserve in the event of an emergency or when deemed necessary for: (1) The protection of the biological, geological, or cultural resources of the area; (2) Health, safety, or welfare reasons; (3) Management activities, by the posting of appropriate signs indicating the duration, extent, and scope of closure. (b) The chairperson is authorized to effect a given closure or restriction under subsection (a) for a period of not more than ninety days. The board is authorized to affect a closure or restriction for any period as deemed necessary to accommodate the condition or conditions indicated under subsection (a). [Eff 1/26/07; am and comp JUL 19 2025 ] (Auth: HRS § 195-5) (Imp: HRS § 195-5)