09-09-2009, 07:40 AM
I've no intention to live in a tent however; where in the legislation is living in a tent on your own private property not allowed by Hawaii county code? Infact the code when read in context allows for temproary structures when building and does not cite for what use, although this does not even pertain to tents per say, but would pertain to built temporary structures that need no permits.
Thus far everything I have read only pertains to events type tents or tents on public grounds.
See code in complete context:
Section 5-1.0.8. Amending section 301.
Section 301 is amended to read as follows:
(a) Permits Required. No person, firm, or corporation shall erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair,
convert, or demolish any building or structure in the County, or cause the same to be done, without first
obtaining a separate building permit for each building or structure from the building official; provided
that one permit may be obtained for a dwelling and its accessories, such as fence, retaining wall, pool,
storage and garage structures.
EXCEPTIONS: A permit is not required for:
(1) Work excepted under section 103.
(2) Temporary buildings, platforms, and fences used during construction or for use as props
for film, television or live plays and performances.
(3) Reroofing 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 M Occupancies.
(4) Temporary tents or other coverings used for private family parties or for camping on
approved camp grounds.
(5) Television and radio antennas accessory to R-1 and R-3 Occupancies. Satellite or
microwave dishes with supports 6 feet or less in height.
(6) Awnings projecting up to four feet and attached to the exterior walls of buildings of
Group R-3 or M Occupancy; provided that the awnings do not violate the provision for “yards” in
chapter 25 (Zoning) of the County Code.
(7) Standard electroliers not over 35 feet in height above finish grade.
(8) Installation of wall paper or wall covering which are exempted under the provisions of
section 4201.
(9) Repairs which involve only the replacement of component parts or existing work with
similar materials for the purpose of maintenance, and which do not aggregate over $1000 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.
§ 5-1.0.8 HAWAI‘I COUNTY CODE
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(12) Cabinet work for R-3 Occupancy and individual units of R-1 and M Occupancies which
are not regulated under section 513. Wall mounted shelving not affecting fire resistance or structural
members of wall.
(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 3 feet in depth.
(15) Fences and retaining walls when 6 feet or less in height.
(16) Animal shelters, storage sheds, and towers, less than 6 feet in height.
(17) Detached decks or platforms less than 30 inches in height above grade.
(18) Playground equipment, excluding assembly or similar waiting areas.
(b) Emergency Work. Emergency work may commence without a permit; however, a permit for
the work shall be obtained on the working day immediately following the day work is commenced.
© Temporary Permit Required. No person, firm, or corporation shall erect any tent or mobile
structure which is to be used for commercial or religious purposes, such as rallies, festivals, amusements,
and sideshows, without first obtaining a temporary permit for the tent or structure from the building
official. To secure a permit, approval must also be obtained from the chief of the fire department. A
permit for a tent or mobile structure shall be limited to a period of not more than thirty consecutive days
and may be canceled for cause by the building official or the fire department at any time before expiration
of the time stated in the permit. Upon cancellation or upon the expiration of the time stated in the permit
the structure or structures shall be promptly removed. However, the permit may be renewed when
approved by the building official. No tent of canvas, plastic, or similar material shall be used for
residence purposes.
(1993, Ord. No. 93-85, sec. 2; Am. 1996, Ord. No. 96-162, sec. 5; Am. 1999, Ord. No. 99-81, sec. 2.) 5-
E ho'a'o no i pau kuhihewa.
Thus far everything I have read only pertains to events type tents or tents on public grounds.
See code in complete context:
Section 5-1.0.8. Amending section 301.
Section 301 is amended to read as follows:
(a) Permits Required. No person, firm, or corporation shall erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair,
convert, or demolish any building or structure in the County, or cause the same to be done, without first
obtaining a separate building permit for each building or structure from the building official; provided
that one permit may be obtained for a dwelling and its accessories, such as fence, retaining wall, pool,
storage and garage structures.
EXCEPTIONS: A permit is not required for:
(1) Work excepted under section 103.
(2) Temporary buildings, platforms, and fences used during construction or for use as props
for film, television or live plays and performances.
(3) Reroofing 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 M Occupancies.
(4) Temporary tents or other coverings used for private family parties or for camping on
approved camp grounds.
(5) Television and radio antennas accessory to R-1 and R-3 Occupancies. Satellite or
microwave dishes with supports 6 feet or less in height.
(6) Awnings projecting up to four feet and attached to the exterior walls of buildings of
Group R-3 or M Occupancy; provided that the awnings do not violate the provision for “yards” in
chapter 25 (Zoning) of the County Code.
(7) Standard electroliers not over 35 feet in height above finish grade.
(8) Installation of wall paper or wall covering which are exempted under the provisions of
section 4201.
(9) Repairs which involve only the replacement of component parts or existing work with
similar materials for the purpose of maintenance, and which do not aggregate over $1000 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.
§ 5-1.0.8 HAWAI‘I COUNTY CODE
5-10
(12) Cabinet work for R-3 Occupancy and individual units of R-1 and M Occupancies which
are not regulated under section 513. Wall mounted shelving not affecting fire resistance or structural
members of wall.
(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 3 feet in depth.
(15) Fences and retaining walls when 6 feet or less in height.
(16) Animal shelters, storage sheds, and towers, less than 6 feet in height.
(17) Detached decks or platforms less than 30 inches in height above grade.
(18) Playground equipment, excluding assembly or similar waiting areas.
(b) Emergency Work. Emergency work may commence without a permit; however, a permit for
the work shall be obtained on the working day immediately following the day work is commenced.
© Temporary Permit Required. No person, firm, or corporation shall erect any tent or mobile
structure which is to be used for commercial or religious purposes, such as rallies, festivals, amusements,
and sideshows, without first obtaining a temporary permit for the tent or structure from the building
official. To secure a permit, approval must also be obtained from the chief of the fire department. A
permit for a tent or mobile structure shall be limited to a period of not more than thirty consecutive days
and may be canceled for cause by the building official or the fire department at any time before expiration
of the time stated in the permit. Upon cancellation or upon the expiration of the time stated in the permit
the structure or structures shall be promptly removed. However, the permit may be renewed when
approved by the building official. No tent of canvas, plastic, or similar material shall be used for
residence purposes.
(1993, Ord. No. 93-85, sec. 2; Am. 1996, Ord. No. 96-162, sec. 5; Am. 1999, Ord. No. 99-81, sec. 2.) 5-
E ho'a'o no i pau kuhihewa.