ROH §18A-4.5

Who is responsible for damage from grading work

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This section says that the city is not responsible for damage caused by grading, grubbing, or stockpiling work. The people doing the work still have to pay for any damage they cause. The city and its workers are protected from liability.

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The ordinance, as written (Honolulu County) — Liability

A copy, taken August 22, 2026. The version published by Honolulu is the one that governs, and it may have changed since. Check it before relying on anything here.

This chapter shall not be construed to relieve or alleviate the liability of any person for damages resulting from performing, or causing to be performed, any grading, grubbing, or stockpiling operation. The city, its officers, and employees shall be free from any liability, cost, or damage which may accrue from any grading, grubbing, or stockpiling or any work connected therewith, authorized by this chapter. )

Read the official text at honolulu.gov ↗as published Jan 1, 2026our copy taken Aug 22, 2026

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