06-29-2016, 04:14 AM
http://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/news...icks-steam
As a result of the new flow, the county Public Works Department also is giving a closer look at home construction in Kalapana Gardens, covered by layers of new lava rock from earlier flows.
"We have been in the field to determine the location of structures, whether the structures are permitted, and gathering property information for public safety planning," Public Works spokesman Barett Otani said in an email.
Confused, as usual: what difference does the "permitted" status make? Do the building permits magically divert lava?
As a result of the new flow, the county Public Works Department also is giving a closer look at home construction in Kalapana Gardens, covered by layers of new lava rock from earlier flows.
"We have been in the field to determine the location of structures, whether the structures are permitted, and gathering property information for public safety planning," Public Works spokesman Barett Otani said in an email.
Confused, as usual: what difference does the "permitted" status make? Do the building permits magically divert lava?