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House on dunes with strong erosion of dunes by the ocean
September 25, 2017August 30, 2020 Jim Kane Erosion and Sediment Control Plan (ESCP) Articles, Hawaii Drafting Service Articles

Tips to Help You Develop Your Erosion and Sediment Control Plan

This entry is part 2 of 3 in the series Erosion & Sediment Control Plan (ESCP)

Recently the Department of Permitting and Planning developed new regulations requiring Erosion and Sediment Control Plan for people doing […]

Residential estate, Maui, Hawaii
September 7, 2017August 25, 2020 Jim Kane Erosion and Sediment Control Plan (ESCP) Articles, Hawaii Drafting Service Articles

Do I Need an Erosion and Sediment Control Plan?

This entry is part 1 of 3 in the series Erosion & Sediment Control Plan (ESCP)

If you plan to do construction on your property such as building a home or other structure, […]

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August 24, 2017August 25, 2020 Jim Kane ADU Articles, Building Permit Articles, Hawaii Drafting Service Articles

What’s the 411 with Hawaii ADU’s: The FAQs Continued

This entry is part 5 of 11 in the series Accessory Dwelling Unit

If you live or even occasionally visit Hawaii, you’re probably already aware of the intense housing crunch […]

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August 17, 2017December 4, 2020 Jim Kane Building Permit Articles, Hawaii Drafting Service Articles

What Does It Take to Get a Building Permit on Oahu?

Need a building permit to build a single family residence, accessory dwelling unit (ADU) or Ohana unit on […]

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August 10, 2017August 25, 2020 Jim Kane DIY Articles, Hawaii Drafting Service Articles

How Hard Is It To Be An Owner Builder And To Act As Your Own General Contractor?

A typical property owner who wants to embark on an ADU project as an owner-builder finds the advantages very […]

A young family standing in front of their new home thanks to hawaii's new ADUs
August 3, 2017August 25, 2020 Jim Kane ADU Articles, Hawaii Drafting Service Articles

Why Are ADUs So Important in Hawaii?

This entry is part 7 of 11 in the series Accessory Dwelling Unit

Housing affordability has long been an issue on Oahu. The challenge remains, according to the 2017 Housing Affordability […]

July 28, 2017August 25, 2020 Jim Kane ADU Articles, Hawaii Drafting Service Articles

Why ADUs Make Financial Sense

This entry is part 8 of 11 in the series Accessory Dwelling Unit

The accessory dwelling units (ADU) is an increasingly popular idea which benefits homeowners, tenants and local governments […]

Scenic Honolulu Oahu Hawaii Suburban Neighborhood showing homes with new ADUs concept
July 20, 2017August 25, 2020 Jim Kane ADU Articles, Hawaii Drafting Service Articles

What’s the 411 with Hawaii ADUs?

This entry is part 4 of 11 in the series Accessory Dwelling Unit

Honolulu’s mayor signed a provision for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in September 2015. Now, qualifying owners of […]

Beachside foundation erosion
March 21, 2017September 1, 2020 Jim Kane, BArch, LEED AP, ESCP Coordinator Erosion and Sediment Control Plan (ESCP) Articles, Hawaii Drafting Service Articles

Foundation Erosion and How to Deal with It

This entry is part 3 of 3 in the series Trouble in Paradise

Foundation erosion is a common problem in Hawaii.For a number of reasons, not the least of which […]

Chasing House Pests
March 16, 2017August 25, 2020 Jim Kane, BArch, LEED AP, ESCP Coordinator Hawaii Drafting Service Articles

How to Keep These 5 House Pests Out of Your Home

This entry is part 2 of 3 in the series Trouble in Paradise

Hawaii’s rich biodiversity and unique wildlife are among its most attractive qualities. The tropical climate on the […]

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