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Oahu Permit Updates
Honolulu building permits are taking longer than ever to process now so I’m preparing this post for […]
Single-Wall Construction in Hawaii: What it Is, What it Looks Like, and Why it’s Still Around
The Breezy Island Aesthetic
The look of single-wall homes tends to be light, open, and breezy, with ample natural light and ventilation from jalousie windows and an indoor-outdoor lifestyle that’s hard to replicate. But it is possible to replicate that feel while maintaining many of the 21st-century comforts that contemporary homeowners expect.
Understanding the Permit Process
Permits are an integral part of any building process. Building permits ensure that every building is constructed […]
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 […]
The Proliferation of “Monster Homes” in Hawaii
For several years, critics have aimed at what is called “Monster Homes” in Hawaii. In 2018, the […]
Hawaii’s Coastal Zone Management Change
The National Caucus of Environmental Legislators (NCEL) and Senator Dela Cruz introduced a compilation of measures centered […]
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 […]
The ePlans Building Permit Submittal Process & Instructions
The City and County of Honolulu have a Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP) that offers services […]
What Honolulu Building Permit and ePlan Tools are Available Online?
Permits are required if construction plans are necessary.
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 […]
Building Permit Applications must be created ONLINE.
Building Permit Search (Your Permit Status)
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Calculate your Building Permit Fee
ePlans Application instructions
Building Permit Forms – Building Permit, Demolition Permit, etc.
ESCP Info
Appendix B – Small Project ESCP Template
Appendix C – Small Projects Inspection Checklist
Flood Zones
Flood Hazard Assessment Tool (FHAT)
The FHAT is an informational mapping viewer that displays flood zones.
Sample Project Videos and Files [coming soon]
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