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I have a zoning question for our resident experts:
When a residential lot is being sold in a residential area but has conservation zoning what does that mean for building on that lot?
Is there a wide range of limitations that can be put on a lot in this zoning, or is it pretty much just one set of rules applied to all the lots on this island with this zoning?
In this case we are talking about a lot fairly close to the ocean and pretty close to sea level.
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That's a can of worms, you can't even touch a tree there! It doesn't matter if the lot is in a residential area, if t zoned conservation you are limited to basically nothing! Talk to the planning department before you even look at such a property.
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One of the worms in the can... if it is a State conservation zoning under chapter 205, then projects on the land is one of the 9 EA/EIS triggers listed in HRS343-5:
http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/hrscurrent...3-0005.HTM
ETA: that lot may also be within the CZM (Coastal Zone Management)... even more worms!
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Originally posted by csgray
In this case we are talking about a lot fairly close to the ocean and pretty close to sea level.
If this is the lot that used to encompass the light house north of Kapoho BL, give me a call. Conservation Zone is a can of worms I usually wouldnt touch but that one particular lot (Frank Cole's lot) actually has possibilities. Otherwise, step away from conservation land unless you have plenty of both time and money.... you will need lots of both, and a bucket load of patience.
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The patience I have, the money and time, not so much. Thanks for the responses.
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If the lot is close to the ocean you will need to apply to the county Planning Dept. for an SMA (Shoreline Management Area) permit. There is a whole list of activities that can be and can't be done. There are different kinds of conservation zone categories, and what is permitted or not depends on which kind your land is in. Also State DLNR will have to process a CDUA (conservation district use application), so you will have to wade through those regs as well.
In my mind, it's hardly worth it. You can live a little farther away, still get an ocean view and be only a short drive away, be able to plant a garden that is not salt-tolerant, not have as much rust or mildew or be evacuated if there is a tsunami. And sea level rise due to global warming will not put your house under water.
