HCC §3-96
Who runs paid parking and what counts as a paid parking lot
Read the official text at hawaiicounty.gov ↗This section defines two key terms used in the parking rules. It explains who is an operator of a paid parking facility and what kind of place counts as a paid parking facility. It also says hotels and resorts are not covered.
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The ordinance, as written (Hawaiʻi County) — Definitions
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.
As used in this article: “Operator” means any person who conducts the operation of a paid parking facility or who, directly or through an agreement or arrangement with another party, collects payment for parking or storage of motor vehicles at such parking facility. This includes but is not limited to any reseller, facilitator, or aggregator that collects from patrons the charge or fee paid for parking or storage. This term does not include banks, credit card issuers, payment processors, or other persons whose involvement is limited to performing functions similar to those performed by such entities. “Paid parking facility” or “facility” means any private structure, building, enclosure, lot, premises, or plot of land where four or more motor vehicles are parked or accommodated in exchange for the payment of a fee. This term does not include hotels or resorts. (2026, ord 26-55, sec 2.) 3-96
Published by the County of Hawaiʻi Office of the County Clerk.
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