HCC §25-6-47
Rules for approving site plans in a project district
Read the official text at hawaiicounty.gov ↗When the county reviews a site plan for a project district, it looks at how the project fits with nearby properties, streets, traffic, and nature. The county can require changes to make sure the project has good light, air, parking, landscaping, and safety, and that it preserves valuable features.
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The ordinance, as written (Hawaiʻi County) — Review criteria and conditions of 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.
In reviewing site plans for a project district, the director shall consider the proposed development and uses in relation to the surrounding properties, improvements, streets, traffic, community characteristics, and natural features, and may require conditions or changes to assure: (1) Adequate light and air, proper siting and arrangements of all structures and improvements are provided; (2) Existing and prospective traffic movements will not be hindered; (3) Proper landscaping is provided that is commensurate with the development or use and its surroundings; (4) Unsightly areas are properly screened or eliminated; (5) Adequate off-street parking is provided to serve the development or use; (6) Access to the parking areas will not create potential accident hazards; and (7) Within reasonable limits, any natural and man-made features of community value are preserved. (1996, ord 96-160, sec 2; ratified April 6, 1999.)25-6-47
Published by the County of Hawaiʻi Office of the County Clerk.
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