MCC §16.25.102
How This Building Code Applies and Resolves Conflicts
Read the official text at library.municode.com ↗This section explains how the building code works when rules conflict. Specific rules beat general ones, and the strictest rule wins unless the building official decides otherwise. It also says the code doesn't cancel other laws, and older buildings can keep their legal use if safe.
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The ordinance, as written (Maui County) — Applicability
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.
102.1 General. Where there is a conflict between a general requirement and a specific requirement,
the specific requirement shall be applicable. Where, in any specific case, different
sections of this code specify different materials, methods of construction or other
requirements, the most restrictive shall govern, unless otherwise determined by the
building official.
102.2 Other laws. The provisions of this code shall not be deemed to nullify any provisions of local,
state or federal law.
102.3 Application of references. References to chapter or section numbers, or to provisions not specifically identified
by number, shall be construed to refer to such chapter, section or provision of this
code.
102.4 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be considered to be part of
the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference and
as further regulated in section 102.4.1.
102.4.1 Conflicts. Where conflicts occur between provisions of this code, referenced codes and standards,
or any other applicable law of the jurisdiction, the building official shall determine
which code or standard prevails.
102.5 Partial invalidity. In the event that any part or provision of this code is held to be illegal or void,
this shall not have the effect of making void or illegal any of the other parts or
provisions.
102.6 Existing structures. A. Permitted structures in existence at the time of the adoption of this chapter
may have their existing permitted use or occupancy continued if such use or occupancy
was legal at the time of the adoption of this code, provided such continued use does
not constitute a hazard to the general safety and welfare of the occupants and the
public.
B. Alteration, repair, addition, and change of occupancy to a building or structure
in existence at the time of the adoption of this code shall comply with the requirements
of the International Existing Building Code, as amended.
( Ord. No. 5507 , § 2, 2023)
SECTION 103 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
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