7 Reasons to Hire a Project Manager for Your Home Construction Project
Whether you’re building your new home in Oahu, setting up an accessory dwelling unit (ADU), or renovating your home, having the right […]
Author: Jim Kane
Permit-Ready Drawings for a DIY Carport in Hawaii
DIY Carport: Organizing Your PlanAre you eager to construct your own carport? Use this simple guide to get started in a DIY […]
Understanding the Permit Process
Permits are an integral part of any building process. Building permits ensure that every building is constructed as per the building codes. […]
Ordinance for the Adoption of State Building Code, 2012 – Updated
In 2019, Chapter 16, the Revised Ordinances of Honolulu 1990 (Building Code), adopted by the State Building Code, the State Residential Code, […]
The Proliferation of “Monster Homes” in Hawaii
For several years, critics have aimed at what is called “Monster Homes” in Hawaii. In 2018, the Honolulu City Council Planning Committee […]
Hawaii’s Coastal Zone Management Change
The National Caucus of Environmental Legislators (NCEL) and Senator Dela Cruz introduced a compilation of measures centered on natural resources, a growing […]
An Overview of the Building Permitting Process in Hawaii
When you undertake the process to construct dwelling units or remodel your residential unit on Oahu, it’s crucial to ensure you cover […]
The ePlans Building Permit Submittal Process & Instructions
The City and County of Honolulu have a Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP) that offers services and information on building permits, […]
What Honolulu Building Permit and ePlan Tools are Available Online?
Permits are required if construction plans are necessary.
How to Solicit and Analyze Contractor Bids on Oahu
You have found the most exquisite property you could have imagined on the island of Oahu. You have engaged the best designers […]