HCC §5-1-2
Purpose of this construction code chapter
Read the official text at hawaiicounty.gov ↗This section explains that the County has put all its construction-related rules (building, electrical, plumbing, etc.) into one chapter so there can be one permit instead of several. It does not create any rules itself—it only describes the goal of making things more consistent and efficient.
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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.
This chapter consolidates the administrative provisions relating to the County’s construction code, including chapters: 5A, the building code; 5B, the residential building code; 5C, the existing building code; 5D, the electrical code; 5E, the energy conservation code; and 5F, the plumbing code into one chapter. These administrative provisions relate to: permitting; enforcement; inspections; and related procedures. This consolidation will enable the County to develop a system based on a single permit, rather than multiple construction permits and generally promote consistency in procedures across construction disciplines. The purpose of these policy changes is to enable the County to implement its responsibilities in this area with greater efficiency and effectiveness. (2020, ord 20-61, sec 2; am 2021, ord 21-61, sec 3.) 5-1-2
Published by the County of Hawaiʻi Office of the County Clerk.
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