HCC §23-80
When construction can start and what permits are needed
Read the official text at hawaiicounty.gov ↗After all required officials approve the construction plans, the subdivider can start building the improvements and utilities. If the work goes into a state highway right-of-way, the contractor must get a permit from the district engineer before starting. No bond or security is needed with the county departments in that case.
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The ordinance, as written (Hawaiʻi County) — Construction required for final approval
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) When the construction drawings and specifications bear the approval of the director, the director of public works, the manager, the sanitary engineer and the district engineer as required under section 23-79, the subdivider may proceed with the construction of the improvements and utilities. (b) Where construction extends into the State highway right-of-way, the contractor shall obtain a permit from the district engineer prior to commencement of work within the State right-of-way. In this case no bond or security need be posted with the department of public works or the department of water supply. SUPP. 11 (1-2022) 23-28 SUBDIVISIONS § 23-81
Published by the County of Hawaiʻi Office of the County Clerk.
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