MCC §12.08.190
When you can ask for a variance
Read the official text at library.municode.com ↗This section says you must get a variance from the board of adjustment and appeals for situations not covered by the chapter. You can only ask for a variance if all four listed conditions are true, like unusual physical conditions and no harm to neighbors.
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The ordinance, as written (Maui County) — Variance—Conditions
A copy, taken August 21, 2026. The version published by Maui County is the one that governs, and it may have changed since. Check it before relying on anything here.
In situations not covered by this chapter, variances by the board of adjustment and
appeals shall be required. Only in situations where the following conditions exist
shall it be considered justifiable to request for a variance:
A.
The exception or variance desired arises from peculiar physical conditions not ordinarily
found in most districts or because of the peculiarity of a business;
B.
The exception or variance desired is not against the interest, safety, convenience,
and general welfare of the public;
C.
The granting of the permit for the exception or variance will not adversely affect
the rights of adjacent property owners or tenants;
D.
The strict application of the terms of this chapter will work unnecessary hardship
and practical difficulty on the property owner or tenant.
(Prior code § 21-7.17)
Read the official text at library.municode.com ↗as published Nov 21, 2025our copy taken Aug 21, 2026
Published by the County of Maui through Municode.
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