Relocation Permits

Relocation permits are required to move an existing structure from one parcel to another. Prior to submitting an application, verify that you are qualified to relocate the structure. (Note: A relocation will consists of 3 building permits – Relocation From, Relocation To, Alteration. Once building permits have been issued, the relocation shall be completed within 120 days.)

Do I Qualify?

Submit a plot plan with the floor plan of the structure along with the Request for Relocation Inspection Form.

After submission, a Building Inspector will verify if the structure is recommended for relocation. (If the structure is deteriorated or the extent of repair exceeds 50% of the cost of replacement, the relocation request will be denied.)

How It Works:

Step 1: Structure Inspection

Submit a request for relocation inspection along with a plot plan and structure floor plan. A Building Inspector will determine if a structure is able to be relocated.

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Step 2: Apply for a Relocation

With approved relocation inspection document from the inspector, apply for a building permit to relocate the structure Provide all required information and indicate relocation as the scope of work.

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Step 3: Submit Plans

Upload and submit all required plans and documents exhibiting the scope of work.

Step 4: Prescreen

Application and plans will be prescreened to determine if plans meet the Plan Format Checklist and all documents are provided for review.

Step 5: Plan Review

Route plans to all appropriate agencies for code compliance.

Step 6: Permit Issuance

Once all agencies have approved, submit all documents (including security deposit) and payment for permit issuance.

Step 7: Inspection

Begin work and call for all required inspections.

Step 8: Close Permit

After the work is completed, ensure the permits are closed.

Mahalo!

You have successfully completed a relocation.

Required Documents to be Submitted with Plans:

Relocation Inspection Form (Inspector will provide a copy indicating that structure may be relocated)
Police Escort
Deed or Agreement of Sale if Owner does not match Tax Office Records
$1000 cash deposit, certified for cashier’s check shall be deposited with the Department of Planning and Permitting, One-Stop Permit Center, unless moving contractor has deposited a revolving fund of $2,000 for this purpose.
Application for Refund of Relocation Security Deposit

Plan Routing:

Other than then the normal routing of building permit plans, you may also need to route to the following:

Posting of the house – Division of Engineering
Sewer Line – Division of Wastewater Management
Cesspool/Septic – State Department of Heatlh – Wastewater Branch
Board of Water Supply
Police Escort – Not required if there is a completed Police Escort letter.
Use of City street or highway – Department of Transportation (Fasi Municipal Building, 2nd Flr)
Use of State Highways – State Highways Division
Damages Enroute – One-Stop Permit Center (Security Deposit)
Other Agencies – As required for parcel (e.g. electrical easement, telephone easement, historic site register, etc.)