Building Permits
Buildings permits are required per ROH 18-3.1. All work completed, whether or not a permit is required shall comply with all building codes and regulations.
Permit Types
Resources
Codes Currently in Effect
All work and plans shall conform to all regulations, laws and ordinances. Click here for all relevant Revised Ordinances of Honolulu that are relevant to DPP. Below are national construction codes.
| Code | Referenced ROH | Edition | Amendment | Effective Date | Addendum | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Building Code | 16 | 2018 IBC | State and City | 08/09/24 | City Addendum #1 | 03/11/25 |
| Residential Code | 16 | 2018 IRC | State and City | 08/09/24 | City Addendum #1 | 03/11/25 |
| Residential Code | 16 | 2018 IRC | State and City | 08/09/24 | ||
| Existing Building Code | 16 | 2018 IEBC | State and City | 08/09/24 | ||
| Housing Code | 16A | City Addendum | 01/03/25 | |||
| Energy Code | 16B | 2018 IECC | State and City | 12/15/22 | ||
| Electrical Code | 17 | 2020 NEC | Interim | 03/15/24 | ||
| Plumbing Code | 19 | 2021 UPC | Interim | 03/01/24 | ||
| Fire Code (Refer to HFD) | 20 | 2021 NFPA 1 | Refer to HFD | 01/03/25 |
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