HCC §17-1-2

Why this fire safety code exists

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This section explains that the county is adopting a fire safety code for the whole island, as required by state law. It does not set any specific rules or penalties. It just states the reason for the code.

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The ordinance, as written (Hawaiʻi County) — Purpose

A copy, taken August 21, 2026. The version published by Hawaiʻi County is the one that governs, and it may have changed since. Check it before relying on anything here.

The purpose of this article is to establish and adopt a countywide fire safety code as required by section 107-28, Hawai‘i Revised Statutes. (2023, ord 23-8, sec 1; am 2026, ord 26-09, sec 2.) 17-1-2

Read the official text at hawaiicounty.gov ↗as published Jul 16, 2026our copy taken Aug 21, 2026

Published by the County of Hawaiʻi Office of the County Clerk.

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