HCC §22-7
How to ask for a variance from street rules
Read the official text at hawaiicounty.gov ↗This section explains how to ask the director for a variance when strict street rules cause unusual hardship. You must use the official form and include specific information about your property, the rule you want to change, and why. The director will consider your request.
landowners
The ordinance, as written (Hawaiʻi County) — 1. Variances; application
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.
(a) In unique cases where strict enforcement of this chapter would result in unnecessary hardship or practical difficulty, and where desirable relief may be granted without detriment to the public interest, convenience or welfare, a request for a variance may be submitted to the director for consideration. (b) Variance applications shall be submitted upon a form designated by the director and shall include the following information and attachments: (1) Property owner’s name, phone number, and mailing address. (2) Tax map key number of the affected property. (3) A map showing: (A) The location of the driveway. (B) The location of all structures on the property. (4) Code section from which a variance is requested. COUNTY STREETS § 22-7.1 (5) Explanation of the applicant’s unique circumstances and why consequently, compliance with the applicable code section would be difficult or cause an unnecessary hardship. (6) Explanation of alternative measures that applicant is proposing to take in lieu of compliance with the applicable code section. (7) Evidence that desired relief may be granted without detrimentally affecting the public interest. (2002, ord 02-67, sec 2.)22-7.1
Published by the County of Hawaiʻi Office of the County Clerk.
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