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Probably of problems with inspectors increase exponentially with:
1. disagreements with neighbors
2. proximity to a major construction site
3. proximity to any construction site that is having problems
4. living in an area with CC&R's
I know of many people that have those sheds, and have not heard of any problems with building insp & the sheds... but you would only here about problems from those that do not have the sheds.... so... I dunno ;~)
Forgot which thing I pulled this from ...
Check out # 18 ..... Seems o.k ... What am I missing ?
aloha,
pog
EXCEPTIONS: A permit is not required for:
(1) Work located primarily in a public way, public utility towers, bridges, and poles, mechanical equipment not specifically regulated in this code, and hydraulic flood control structures.
(2) Temporary structures used during the construction of a permitted structure, temporary buildings, platforms, and fences used during construction or for props for films, television or live plays and performances.
(3) Re-roofing work with like material and installation of siding to existing exterior walls which will not affect the structural components of the walls for Groups R-3 and U Occupancies.
(4) Temporary tents or other coverings used for private family parties or for camping on approved campgrounds.
(5) Television and radio equipment (i.e. antennas, dishes) accessory to R-1 and R-3 Occupancies. Supports or towers for television and radio equipment 6’-0" or less in height.
(6) Awnings projecting up to 4 feet and attached to the exterior walls of buildings of Group R-3 or U Occupancy; provided that the awnings do not violate the provisions for "yards" in Chapter 25 (Zoning) of the Hawai‘i County Code.
(7) Standard electroliers not over 35 feet in height above finish grade.
(8) Installation of wallpaper or wall covering which are exempted under the provisions of Section 801.1, Interior Finishes, Chapter 8, IBC.
(9) Repairs which involve only the replacement of component parts of existing work with similar materials for the purpose of maintenance, and which do not aggregate over $4000 in valuation in any twelve-month period, and do not affect any electrical or mechanical installations.
(10) Painting and decorating.
(11) Installation of floor covering.
(12) Cabinet work for R-3 Occupancy and individual units of R-1 and U Occupancies which are not regulated (under Section 310.3.12 Cooking Unit Clearances of this code). Wall mounted
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shelving not affecting fire resistance or structural members of wall. This is dealing with clearances to cabinets and range clearance to combustible.
(13) Work performed under the jurisdiction of Federal Government and/or located in Federal property.
(14) Swimming pools for one and two-family dwelling units less than 1’-6" in depth
(15) Department of Transportation, Harbors, - section 266-2, Hawai‘i Revised Statutes.
(16) Fences 6’-0" or less in height.
(17) Detached structures for animal shelters, storage sheds, towers, and similar uses not more than 6’-0" in height.
(18) One detached single-story type building for equipment or tools storage, animal shelters, playhouses, or similar non-residential use, provided that the floor area does not exceed 120 square feet and the building height from grade to top of roof does not exceed 12’-0". Detached decks or platforms less than 30" in height above grade. (Building cannot be located within building setback as required by the Zoning, Chapter 25 of Hawai‘i County Code. Verify setback requirements with the Planning Department).
(19) Playground equipment, excluding assembly or similar waiting areas.
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pog, thank you.
(18) does seem to make sense and is more like provisions I've seen in other parts of the country.
(17) seems to confuse the issue because it SPECIFICALLY includes, e.g., "animal shelters, storage sheds..." that are also SPECIFICALLY mentioned in (18). (17) limits height to 6 feet and (18) limits height to 12 feet. Big difference.
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