aL$2(:"F$V[LWUQ}CHf1L('WJ*JvV[rA8kf9,e;D%?VN-QJ They were increased to 40 feet. Your email address will not be published. There is a tax credit available up to $10,000 for properties within 500 of a stream or ocean or near a public well until 2020. ft lot in Lanikai, Zone R-10? Following public hearings by the County of Kauai Planning Commission and Kauai County Council, the 'Shoreline Setback and Coastal Protection Ordinance' was signed by the Mayor of Kauai on January 25, 2008. 326 0 obj <> endobj Phone: (808) 586-4294. % For example, R5 means it is a residential-zoned lot. Very good definition of what is considered a full kitchen. He/she will need a plot plan and your proposed floor plans. Fax: 808-327-3563. ODRkNjQ3M2JkMmU5Y2QwYzBlYThkZGQ1NzM1ZmUwZjA4YjBjYjNjZGJiYjQ0 The Hawaii County, HI Planning is not responsible for the content of external sites. In order to determine the erosion rates of different areas around the island, the County has partnered with the University of Hawaii Sea Grant College Program to conduct an assessment on Climate Change and Coastal Hazards in Kauai and to provide data regularly. b. Upgrades from cesspools are required by DOH under the following circumstances: Does my cesspool discharge into groundwater? 7 0 obj <>stream of Health State. ZGVkMzZiYWVhNmU0NjZmZWFmYTcxYjhiNDU3MDAwMDU0YzBiYjNlODU1MTJi I have two homes on one cesspool. All rights reserved. 0000004741 00000 n xref YmE2ODdhNzY1Y2MyMTEwMTIyZjIwM2U4Zjc1OTMyNTAxOTU2OWI0NTU5OTJm Shoreline armoring as a measure for dealing with climate change can benefit coastal infrastructure but it can also threaten coastal marine habitats and beaches. Aloha George. Advice is based on YOUR description of your project. MGU4MzFiNmFlM2UzMDlkM2FkNTQyMGM1ZTYxNGFhYzk0MDk4YTYzMDE3Yjgw 919 Ala Moana Blvd., Room 309. 5. 0000008298 00000 n Your email address will not be published. 0000022070 00000 n Do I need to upgrade my cesspool? Thank you for all your terrific questions and comments! A $100 review fee to State of Hawaii is due when your engineer submits the plans to DOH. Two 15 acres lots for each 60 acres above 92. ZWZjN2U0MjZiZTVmODgxOTMzNjRhNjRjZDU3MmVlNTU3YjA0OWUwNGFkNzNl Why is there no record of my cesspool at DOH? endstream endobj 327 0 obj <>/Outlines 10 0 R/Metadata 22 0 R/PieceInfo<>>>/Pages 21 0 R/PageLayout/SinglePage/StructTreeRoot 24 0 R/Type/Catalog/LastModified(D:20091229084016)/PageLabels 19 0 R>> endobj 328 0 obj <>/ColorSpace<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageC]/ExtGState<>>>/Type/Page>> endobj 329 0 obj [/ICCBased 348 0 R] endobj 330 0 obj <> endobj 331 0 obj <>stream Has the definition of a full kitchen changed now that it is 2018? 0000002237 00000 n NjMzYzlhMDc0OWFhN2VjOWI3MDg2Zjc4YTZjNGE0Zjg2MGU3Y2NhMTE2Zjkx It also requires lot depths of greater than 160 feet with a proposed building footprint less than or greater than 5000 square feet to calculate the setback by multiplying the erosion rate by 70 or 100, respectfully on top of a forty food safety buffer. Your cesspool would be considered a large capacity cesspool by the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) and was required to be upgraded in 2005. (c) Prior to commencement of grubbing, grading, or construction activities, the shoreline setback line shall be identified on the ground and posted with markers, posts, or other appropriate reference marks by a surveyor licensed in the State of Hawaii. {yQklmi AND if one is legal and the other NOT how can I make it legal? Generated by Wordfence at Tue, 2 May 2023 1:46:16 GMT.Your computer's time: document.write(new Date().toUTCString());. So, this may become an issue when the owner wants to sell a house. 2. Ki6~&3AD'VhG X*HKB3tKNEs{I){XAnQUe74_`}JNxr["PS%-lAN1WT2KF{y3# ZjIzNDkzOTM5ZTQ2OWRmYTdkNWJjMWY4OTdkMzY1Nzc0Y2QyZGFlYTZkODRm 5. Driveway access, fire protection. 0000080640 00000 n We have an elevator if you need it. trailer Shoreline Setback Determination / Variance County of Kauai, Planning Department (PD) December 2014. Table 2: The distance in feet of the shoreline setback line as measured. Ive asked the HOA to get involved also..they have spoken to him maybe a half hour ago and left and hes still burning the ground.. Now since the neighbor is doing this on my HOAs easement what recourse do I have? 0000080896 00000 n The new owner does not even live here. %PDF-1.4 % ZTk2MWUyYjZlNGI3NTNlMmI0OTEzODRkMzcyYTdjMWMxZmE2ZWM1OTk2NmQ1 Firstly, there is an inter-change between local levels of the island County and established state laws on zoning and management. On the island of Kauai the coasts and sandy beaches are important to the economy and the community. as provided in Table 2 and shall be no less than the setback distances set forth in. The term "building setback" means the required separation between a lot line (and/or right-of-way line) and a building or structure. (C) A lot with an average lot depth of one hundred sixty feet or more shall have a shoreline setback line located at a distance from the shoreline equal to twenty-five percent of the average lot depth, but not more than one hundred fifty feet. Your access to this site was blocked by Wordfence, a security provider, who protects sites from malicious activity. Wastewater Branch -- Environmental Management Division. The Land Use Ordinance, also called LUO, defines the different zoning districts in Hawaii. So, for example, in the mid 1980s, oceanfront setbacks have changed. The neighbor on other side does not like the grass that goes wild in front so rather than ask he just goes and cuts, burns, weedwacks it all so that now the front of my property looks awful!.. Hi George: now with ohana zoning and multigeneral homes ( pushed by the city) has the law changed involving the installation of a second kitchen? If your comments Finally, the Ordinance is designed to be somewhat flexible but is ultimately environmentally focused in protecting the integrity of sandy beaches and avoiding the hardening of the coast in the future to protect any existing structures. Master G, Im trying to get a permit to build a new house in makakilo. Do NOT call / e-mail without it. NWEyMjhjNjM4ZjA4N2QwYTAwNDkxOTkyN2QxMzdlYWU0NGVkMjQ2Y2E4YzBm NTNiYjU1M2YwOGE0NGJlZDNiYTlkNWJiZDAyNWJkMDVkYWY0NDRhNDMxMTI5 0000002315 00000 n 8. Increased setbacks shall be required by the Planning Commission at time of zoning and building permit review if the design of a residence warrants a greater setback (s). Check your inbox now to confirm your subscription. Confirm procedures with the appropriate agency. Or outside ? Building E, 2nd Floor, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740. This chapter governs the electrical components, equipment and systems used in buildings and structures covered by this code. Building E, 2nd Floor, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740. into any setback more than one-half (1/2) the distance of the setback, or four (4) feet, whichever is less. Permit Briefs are for guidance only. Im not sure why Honolulu has any laws for, no one enforces these ordinances. ~ Mahalo & Aloha, If a single family dwelling is built on a lot with approximately 3747sq feet, leaving..08 remaining yard space , is this a legal built home? 9. We anticipate being back within the year because were going through those studies now, Hull said. Now, we talked about one house with one kitchen. 2813, Draft 1, which passed unanimously through the council on Jan. 27, makes amendments to the Kauai County Codes Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, updating shoreline-setback limits and coastal-erosion rates. For structures with a building footprint that is less than or equal to 5,000 square feet, the setback distance is 40 feet plus 70 times the annual coastal erosion rate. . But what you need to be aware of is if you buy one of those grandfathered homes, you are not allowed to increase the square footage of the home within the setback. Zoning laws can change. Fire risks must be considered, particularly for projects with batteries. 4. LIHUE The county Planning Department isnt completely satisfied with new additions to the countys shoreline-setback ordinance that were recently passed through the Kauai County Council. stream Sabrina Bodon, public safety and government reporter, can be reached at 245-0441 or sbodon@thegardenisland.com. When am I required to upgrade my cesspool? Maybe you should loan him some money to get permits and a contractor. I regret, we can only do this detailed research for our clients. To report comments that you believe do not follow our guidelines, You are changing the use of your property: i.e, from residential to commercial. OGI5YWM3Njg4YTM1YWU1NDEyMGQ0MTI2MTBiMzg0ZGZhMTFlZWI5Y2I0YzY3 Standing water anywhere near the cesspool when its been dry is an indicator of a full cesspool. The present County legal interpretation may require each owner to demonstrate the ability to obtain income from farming on his or her area before the County will enter into a Farm Dwelling Agreement. Contact. At least 61 acres but less than 92: maximum 10 two-acre lots, plus one additional for each 15 acres. 5!/ST|!-a]DID*~E)-#;5|QueQY=#C":/JD\QCA3u';W.Q, This property shares a private driveway with 2 other homes. 0000008683 00000 n If the lot is zoned R5 and it has more than 10,000 square feet, you may be able to build two detached single family homes with each one having a legal kitchen. State authorities have attempted to develop such a statement without success. On the island of Kauai, Hawaii in the USA, the local governing county has implemented flexible and protective coastal setbacks that protect communities from coastal erosion and avoid shoreline armouring in the long term. HWKs)E44 i-]%M83""3%rTFon"uVlV/6XEj_Ea*?:t\mnW:`%jI~O|h[? NDJiZmJiYzYwY2Q0NWZlZjk3YTBlMjQzNTc4MGZiMmI2YzZjMjJmMTcyN2Rj Video Transcription In Kauai, the county takes the state wide implemented setback of 40 feet as a minimum standard and finds flexible and specific setback lines based on average lot depth and long-term coastal erosion rates that are developed and provided by the University of Kauai. MWRlMWNiM2YifQ== My understanding this purchase is solely an investment for a quick profit too. County of Kauai 4444 Rice Street, Suite 473 Lihue, HI 96766 Phone: 808-241-6677 Fax: 808-241-6699 As part of the building permit agency review process, It Is the function of the Planning Department to ensure that the following zoning related requirements are complied with: Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Subdivision Ordinance East Hawai'i (Hilo) Aupuni Center . 0000001326 00000 n This is a very busy office, and incomplete requests will be discarded. The maximum gross floor area of an accessory dwelling shall be determined as follows: For the islands of Lanai and Molokai, one accessory dwelling permitted on a lot greater than 7,500 square feet. %%EOF 0000059615 00000 n if building is 30 feet, then 15 feet setback. There is one on YouTube under Septics 101 and Septics 201, which shows you how to inspect it. . xYr}oDd0 ~|HHEw9m9KeK_N> } dt b{[<4'2?'_Ntc,? Contact us here when you are ready to buy or sell: https://www.hawaiiliving.com/contact/ -----BEGIN REPORT----- I recently purchased the property next to my home. How many ? (Building cannot be located within building setback as required by the Zoning, Chapter 25 of Hawaii County Code. Is it permitted divide a studio space by adding a wall and door to make a separate bedroom? There may be more than one single-family dwelling on any lot when the minimum lot area of six thousand square feet in R-1, seven thousand five hundred square feet in R-2, and ten thousand square feet in R-3 is provided for each dwelling unit. [Eff 12/26/06 - MUST INDEPENDENTLY VERIFY TO ENSURE CURRENT REGULATIONS], Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated. MDI2YzJlN2U5ZjZjNDdlOWU2MmM0MzdiNDJkZWE0OGQ0NzM3YWFkODQ5NWI3 Seems I read 2 ft on your side 2ft on their side ? Tysm yvette, Were would I go to find out how high a some wall can be fronting the road Wai and are big warehouses allowed in residential lots, i am interested in buying aproperty with two homes how do I know if they are both legal? And each zoning district comes with respective restrictions on the usage, what you can use the land for, what you can build on it, on setbacks, on height limits and so on. The Ordinance that determines county rules for setback measures is more protective and exact in determining the rules for building and at the same time was designed in a way that is flexible to specific projects and also informed by local data and research. 0000003378 00000 n V eJRz4hpR9L~McM _d`2q`6NMb.a%>cK%12:PNN87T/ )U f.6keBh7S?4{2_MedNNW)8==N~YfDp^ w+IUJ-I4+6({?MKTn ~/EU,x=asRDp:S)D^`'vnc<7.NU|[nt`jox_wh 6fpN9*wV(%6sd0]5whX`b.XLnf+hZ. 0000080361 00000 n Where the subdivision or project is designed to meet the needs of low or moderate income families, and adequate provisions are provided to insure owner-occupancy and the control or limitation of speculation, the commission may permit an increase in density not to exceed ten percent. Aloha, purchasing a rundown home on Ft Weaver Rd. And in doubt, always check with your favorite, qualified, licensed architect before making any big purchases or making any big decisions on remodeling or extending or building your house. 10. YzM1NWU2YWM3MmRlMGU0Y2MzM2Q2MTQ3YzUxZjliNzM2NGQ5YjUyMDVhMDhm I did have a run in with the owner when they lit a rather large fire in the yard to build a sweat lodge which encompassed multiple people and drums. At least 31 acres but less than 61: maximum 7 two-acre lots, plus one more lot for each 10 acres above 31. NDFiNzM4NDQ1MWM3YzhlZjg0YjcyYWNlNDllMWU1ZGVlMGExZDMwZDEzMGY4 i want to know if the land can be seoarated on a 7500 sq foot home zoned g 7500, Residential Zoning in Hawaii: Rules & Regulations, "Residential Zoning in Hawaii: Rules & Regulations". Now, whenever you buy a vacant lot or you want to remodel or expand your home, always check with a qualified licensed architect because there may be other restrictions besides what I just mentioned. YjYyMTY1Yjc2N2YyNGZmNTYyZmY2NzUyYTJlMTJmODEzM2I5MmJiMDU5NTk1 OTE5NDRkZWM3Njk5MjY4NTgzOTNmYTlhM2JjYjdiMWY4NjRlMjU0ZGYxZDc3 Setbacks vary by zoning district, and there are numerous exceptions to accommodate a variety of particular lot circumstances. "Property setbacks are the building and land use restrictions placed . Mahalo, DOH is a state agency and the septic system permitting is a separate process from the County of Kauai building inspection process. Please educate me on this. The coastline, smacked by high surf and subject to sea-level rise, can face coastal flooding, tsunamis and hurricanes causing coastal erosion, a hazard to people and property near the shoreline. ZTEyZTRjYThhNjBjNjYwNDU4MWMwNTUzYzY4Zjg2MTRiMmI1ZWM5YmI1ZTI1 Mahalo 3. And the residential zone district has several subcategories such as the R3.5, R5, R7.5, R10 and the R20 subcategory. YzZkODc3YTFjOTMyMjhkOGVhMjQyZTdkZmFlOWNlOTQ5ZWFmMTY0YTA1NGZh of Health and you need to address what it specified. ZjgyOTI1ZjcyYjUzYWYzNDUzYWJmOWI4MTM2Y2IyNGJjOWNhYTFjMDNlNDg0 To avoid armouring or hardening the shore which along eroding coasts has been documented to ultimately eliminate the fronting beach. Planning Department Rules, Rule 11 - The County establishes and enforces the shoreline setback as per Planning Department Rule 11. In Kauai, a local level Ordinance has set environmentally protective standards in place that go further than State coastal zone management laws to ensure the integrity of Kauais sandy beaches. 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 . endobj endstream endobj 360 0 obj <>/Size 326/Type/XRef>>stream NmIwMGFiMjYxNWEzYmI1MGY2MzZjNDZkZDhlYzViZTRmNmZhNjlkNGU5NzNh ,)z!CC qdnIR=pc5E4[T/B a]whkKs$C0EGLC5sw7Vxbbhcxf7{WAo?~|-roic~xPh;\jrN| OiGKFN^.\D|RX%'8c=pf\XJ8c. 361 0 obj <>stream Kauai Mayor Derek Kawakami signed the legislation into law on Friday, making Kauai one of the first counties in the nation to regulate construction based on the future impacts of two menacing. .1LR~^j5Mk0"Qu\$%C19epNz|Ur4$HRO While the State sets general measures for coastal setbacks and infrastructure development, the County appears to be setting up legislation that is more accurately informed by local circumstances and data and that prioritizes environmental considerations. Larry Greene. DOH requires that you inspect your tank annually. R-1 residential districts 6,000 square feet, R-2 residential districts 7,500 square feet. 0000011558 00000 n Free viewers are required for some of the . The EPA is a federal agency and have their own enforcement. Anticipated county construction projects on Kaua'i in 2022. 2701.1 Scope. The County of Hawai'i is an equal opportunity provider and employer. "Xk o Any owner desiring to construct a single family farm dwelling on a unit will have to comply with County of Kauai building and zoning codes, as the same may be changed from time to time. Following public hearings by the County of Kauai Planning Commission and Kauai County Council, the 'Shoreline Setback and Coastal Protection Ordinance' was signed by the Mayor of Kauai on January 25, 2008. LIHU'E The county plans to embark on a slew of new construction projects within the next few months, amounting to close to $139 . Hi George, My client is looking at a house in Kamiloiki and the lot is 5,250 and the house is 1,411. Id like to hear your thoughts as weve requested a viewing as were interested in tbe house. Many never need pumping, but if the water level is within the top 2 of the cover, it needs to be pumped. You are now exiting the Hawaii County, HI Planning. Copyright 2023 TheGardenIsland.com. NzEwYTM3MGQxYjFmYzg3NzE5MmRiNTM3YzBjNzBmMDM2ODE3M2ZmMjc1OTZm For structures greater than 5,000 square feet, the setback distance is 40 feet plus 100 times the annual coastal erosion rate. All cesspools in the state will be required to upgraded by 2050. Theres no order in Hawaii our inspectors are corrupt. Can the wet bar sink be a normal kitchen sink size? So, now, you have two kitchens within one house. HUMo0W48%(&b2m:M$(K8@;! Thats not legal. Kelly Arita. xb``d``AX,;[0fb`TRR rH:AAHk21f31}flf These sec- ondary units must meet all applicable county requirements, including those related to building height, setbacks, maximum lot coverage, parking, and floor area requirements. The Ordinance puts into place procedures establishing setbacks that go beyond the state-wide laws. The EPA banned this practice in 2005. In 2017, a similar bill was introduced by Chock and then Council Chair Mel Rapozo. All other front yard setbacks shall be 15 feet. Bill No. So, sewer line capacity issues, utility hookup.. Is it possible to get utilities hooked up? of Health. 9LKYc0dgF,~RKSOe>2` 5H200 ia@ 8 g`k YDs.g`[H3/ & In Kauai, the county takes the state wide implemented setback of 40 feet as a minimum standard and finds flexible and specific setback lines based on average lot depth and long-term coastal erosion rates that are developed and provided by the University of Kauai. NzliMGY3MmRmZmJlNzVjOWY4ODZjMWQ1ZDkwMmU2OTFiMjQ1MjBmZTU1ZWYw Now they have asked if I am OK with the renters sister erecting a tent in the yard as the one bedroom is too small for three people. The infrastructure, including sewage and water, must be deemed adequate by the relevant agencies. And who do I report this too? my setbacks.if my property is in the SMA.my TMK (Tax Map Key or Parcel ID) number . NTkzYzQ1YjZjOTA3ODUxMzJjM2E1YTk4ZmJhZmNmOGFiNmEyZjJiOTM5ZjFj eyJtZXNzYWdlIjoiZDc5ODIyMzkxNTU3N2I3NzFmOTRlMGU0OWJhNzQ3OTI1 0000001036 00000 n Verify setback requirements with the Planning Department)." If you already have a home and want to include a guest room, yoga studio, or art studio then you can construct a Yurt without having to get it cleared by the Building Department. 0000089225 00000 n Please complete the on-line application (Found on our main webpage) or pick up a paper form at the Building Division office. Can a RS 10 1 acre lot on the Hamakua coast of Big island be divided so that they can be sold separately? You will need to hire a professional civil engineer to design plans for you. 0000007215 00000 n NTEzNmU2NWNkNDA4ZTE1YTU5YzIyNzY4MDU5MjdmZWJkM2ZmYmE1MmJhNjIz 0000000016 00000 n MWRiMDIyYzUzYTllNmRlMDZhMTUxYWJjZjE1ZTExMDU2YzY4YTQxNTUyOTE1 paved 2. Please e-mail DOH for a list of engineers. The county bill states that when a developer is building within 500 feet of the shoreline, they are subject to these rules. There was no grandfathering of the cesspool. The different zoning districts include the residential zone district, the apartment zone district, the resort zone district, the business zone district, the industrial district, the agricultural district and the preservation district. 3040 Umi Street There are several interesting elements of the Kauai case study. (5) No balconies, overhead walkways, decks, carports or other exterior spaces intended for human occupancy above the ground floor of any building, shall penetrate the setback area. Ot The bill increases the minimum setback requirement from 40 feet to 60 feet for development in all coastal properties, regardless of a sandy or rocky shoreline, and introduces a coastal-hazard-disclosure statement that must be signed by a property owner prior to the sale. How can read more about Dept. Some owners extend their house with an additional wet bar. YTA1M2RkMDgwZThjMGIyMGIwZDIxNmRmNjc2MzEyMmNkM2MzNmIwOWNlZjIx of Health, but I received a CO (certificate of occupancy) from the County of Kauai? |p($5E]:GcZN.PWh;Yq,;cSar Onh[k{0+NNcM$q/jI9m1\5csYdvS57i\+w ; ]B!4?sMTq ?I^~"ltajmxr%ii;+'mHi B6/n*]!". Can you tell me what 03 R-10 means please? 0000012571 00000 n You begin by submittingaBuilding Permit Application. They add another stove/oven to the wet bar and create another separate entrance and rent out that extension to a tenant. Thank you. 2u%M]o"?_(_\\ 1bDxk=#O;cASMe4i-u]WV`^9ixn&Gt`XiMlX\ Can u rent out tents on your property ? This is an R-5 zoned home. We call them C, C and Rs.. OGE4YmExOWYwYzE4YTVhOTczODI5MzRmMGUyZDJjMzYwNjg2YmM5ZWQzNjFm Is it possible to charge for parking on my now empty residential property while we are deciding on our plans to build a home. Otherwise, we recommend to contact your favorite qualified expert counsel or licensed architect. A full kitchen is a sink, a refrigerator and a stove/oven. You begin by submitting a Building Permit Application. MjRkMjc5NDViMGNkNzE4Y2Y1OTBkMmNlNDQwNzRlMzQzNDMyMDA5YzNmMWQ0 0000088439 00000 n Hello George, my neighbor building make shift patio with recycled wood attached to home.are permits necessary? So, canyou build a house with a kitchen on a 4000 sf lot in the R5 zone? Environmental Health is upstairs!! What about toilet facilities ? z()wbo:T%i/*F6bzPWBC 0$d[PX^ktK~=pm-l,[>^l "Vu?K'49XlG',/&k|`N"s;nyeI?\KW\^OuI3c/^ ij/|O=;]^kpO. !7,w^FxQ}YFI)kB*SJz NPT6 /jT 23 1}L^c(UbO Until next time. So, theres other things to consider. The objectives of the Ordinance are manifold: The Island of Kauai is a county within Hawaii and is also the fourth largest of the Hawaiian islands. Tabetha. How do I know when to pump my cesspool? a. It is vulnerable to a variety of coastal hazards including inundation, erosion, hurricanes, and tsunamis. The R stands for Residential and the number behind it stands for the minimum square footage within that category. One 25-acre lot plus one additional for each 100 acres above 92. discussion of ideas and viewpoints is encouraged, but comments must be civil and in good taste, with no personal attacks. Solids leaving the tank will ruin your system and cost big $$ to repair. county of kauai building setbacks Zone 4 = Hmkua. Getting Along as a Good Neighbor Is there a regulation that states that you cannot build on more than x% of your property? Shoreline Setback - Kauai.gov Government / Departments & Agencies / Planning Department Shoreline Setback News and Announcements Monday, August 24, 2020 Kauai Coastal Erosion Study Update (2020) Please click the link below to check out the Kauai Coastal Erosion Study Update (2020). (a) All lots shall have a shoreline setback line that is the greater of the distances from the shoreline as calculated under the methods listed below or the overlay of such distances: (i) Twenty-five feet plus a distance of fifty times the annual erosion hazard rate from the shoreline; (ii) Based on the lots depth as follows: (A) A lot with an average lot depth of one hundred feet or less shall have a shoreline setback line twenty-five feet from the shoreline, (B) A lot with an average lot depth of more than one hundred feet but less than one hundred sixty feet shall have a shoreline setback line forty feet from the shoreline. And thats it for today. The Planning Department enlisted the help of those on the coastal-advocacy and private-property sides in a working group on adopting the ordinance. In addition, setbacks promote fire safety by spacing buildings and their protruding parts away from each other and allow for passage of firefighting apparatus between buildings. Phone: 808-323-4770. Fill out a Request for Cesspool/Septic Tank Public Record Kauai form and email it to DOH. Honolulu, HI 96814-4920. Site is Managed/Operated by Alex Cortez, of, Alex Cortez - Island Sotheby's International Realty, https://www.hawaiirealestatesearch.com/thumbs/200x200/uploads/agents/2043998399.jpg. Are there any tax credits or grant money for homeowners to upgrade from cesspool? (6) No building shall be closer than ten (10) feet to the . DOH recommends every 3-5 years. 1 0 obj<> endobj 2 0 obj<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]/ExtGState<>>> endobj 3 0 obj<>stream of Health How can I find permit and other public documents? u(RLb=7hqy};|LUJ\o?^nYP,&]//>yk:{Bodw:8APF`(i7?+rFx}::PN!0 Its listed so low im scared theres a big catchthst something is wrong. For each Zoning district, the Code spells out required building setbacks, height limits, and other constraints. feet, the shoreline setback line shall be established based on a coastal erosion study. Please see our Hawaii Wastewater Branch website. YmFjYTk4ZjQwZmFmYWM3N2ZmNGUyMTcwOWM0NWMyYTljZmE1MWI3OTBkOTg3 If your environmental group is interested in helping Kauai with such a project, please contact us at Dept. Please contact them directly for more info. The partnership between the County and the University of Kauai to establish appropriate setback measurements based on erosion rates on the island illustrates the importance of partnerships between governing entities and institutions with relevant scientific data and knowledge. For existing structures 20 feet is the minimum setback area. The Ordinance puts into place procedures establishing minimum construction setbacks based on average lot depth and long-term shoreline erosion rates that are generated by the University of Hawaii. Aloha. Table 1 as applicable. Facilities managed by the Department of Public Works includes an automobile shop in Lihue, four sanitary sewage facilities - Wailua, Lihue, Eleele and Waimea; a sanitary landfill in Kekaha, and four refuse transfer stations - Princeville, Kapaa, Lihue, and Hanapepe. OConnell et al. The potential loss of sandy beaches due to coastal hardening is particularly important in a state like Hawaii and specifically on Kauai where the local economy depends on tourism and beach activities. Welcome to Kauai County Click2Gov Building Permits. 0000005997 00000 n I live downwind of a 950 square foot home purchased in January of 2020 by a young woman who added a kitchen and bath unit to downstairs within weeks of moving in without a permit and rented it out to a single military man. I know that the lower the number the higher the risk. He/she will meet with you and will do a percolation test at your property to determine your soil type and permeability. So, things can change. Your septic engineer must do a final inspection of your septic system prior to back-filling it and submit the required paperwork to DOH. ZDMyYjFmNTI5NmZjOTAyYjhhNzIwYzA3M2M3ZjQxZmYwM2MzNTExMTc5OTZi Please feel free to contact the Hilo Planning Department, at (808) 961-8288, or email planning@hawaiicounty.gov with any questions regarding the Special Management Area.