The Development Services Administration has launched a streamlined process for building permits for emergency reconstruction in fire-affected areas. The Disaster Recovery Building Permit is for alterations, repairs, reconstruction, and new construction of structures.
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A site plan outlines the layout of your property, including the placement of the house, driveway, landscaping, and utilities. It is required for ensuring compliance with current building code regulations. A site plan is specific to your individual TMK/address.

A site survey is a comprehensive assessment conducted by a surveyor to gather detailed information about a specific location or property. The survey may include confirmation of lot boundary lines, documentation of existing conditions, location of utilities, and any existing structures including driveways and sidewalks.

An architectural plan is a detailed representation of a building or structure, typically created by an architect or designer. Plans include precise drawings, dimensions, and specifications that illustrate the layout, design, and construction details of the project. Plans will be required to be prepared by and stamped by an architect or engineers licensed in the State of Hawaii. There are a variety of options to obtaining architectural plans, click here to learn more.

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On March 11, 2023 the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) completed the inspection of 17 miles of sanitary sewer lines in Lahaina and cleared debris, such as sediment, rocks, rags, and grease from the lines. Once cleared, a robotic camera was used to assess conditions of the lines and identify any impacts from the fire. This video footage was shared with the County for review. The County is now working with their consultant to analyze the footage. Once the County receives this report, the Department of Environmental Management (DEM)

Wastewater Reclamation Division (WWRD) will utilize the findings to prioritize emergency repairs of damage caused by the August 2023 wildfires, including repairs needed to protect the wastewater treatment plant from excess infiltration of water through damaged sewer pipes. Forind more inform more information visit mauirecovers.org/wastewater.

You will be allowed to start construction of your home even if sewer service is not restored. The County will strive to have your sewer service restored by the time your home construction is complete. If service is not restored by the time your home construction is complete, you may not be allowed to inhabit your home or will have to provide the County with plans outlining an alternate means of disposing of your wastewater (i.e. portable toilets) until sewer services are restored.

A temporary structure is a dwelling unit permitted for 180 days. Examples include but are not limited to RV, pre-fabricated living space for temporary habitation, trailers, modular homes, constructed or enclosed areas used for temporary habitation. To be considered for a temporary permit, dwelling units must meet Maui County Fire Code and must not pose a life safety or fire safety hazard. Units must be supported with certified individual wastewater systems or County sewer service to protect public health and sanitation.
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