Building Permit Delays Continue in Hawaii The delays involved in receiving a Honolulu DPP building permit continue to slow down building and remodeling projects in Hawaii. The Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP) issues approximately 20,000 building permits, annually, but contractors complain the department takes such a long time to review and release many permissions. In […]
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Do I Need an Erosion and Sediment Control Plan?
If you plan to do construction on your property such as building a home or other structure, it’s important to understand the new regulations set forth by the Department of Permitting and Planning. These regulations pertain to the erosion and sedimentation of your property and the property surrounding it. Here are the details of what is […]
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 Oahu? An awareness of all relevant regulations and requirements is important. Precise planning increases the chances of a project that smoothly proceeds from conception to completion. Although the permitting process may present a challenge on occasion, it important […]