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HRS §107-26

Hawaii state building codes: what the council cannot do

This section limits what the council can put in Hawaii's state building codes. It says the council cannot include rules about county permitting, inspections, or enforcement. It also cannot include anything that conflicts with certain state laws about contractors and county building powers.

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The statute, as written — Hawaii state building codes; prohibitions

In adopting the Hawaii state building codes, the council shall not adopt provisions that: (1) Relate to administrative, permitting, or enforcement and inspection procedures of each county; or (2) Conflict with: (A) Chapters 444 and 464; or (B) Section 46-4.7.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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