Construction Hours: East Honolulu vs Kaneohe
How do construction hours rules compare between East Honolulu, HI and Kaneohe, HI?
Kaneohe has fewer restrictions than East Honolulu.
East Honolulu, HI
Honolulu County
Under HAR 11-46-7(j), a community noise permit may not authorize construction noise exceeding the limits before 7:00 a.m. or after 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, before 9:00 a.m. or after 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, or at all on Sundays and holidays.
View full East Honolulu rules →Kaneohe, HI
Honolulu County
Construction noise in Kaneohe follows Hawaii HAR 11-46, allowing loud work weekdays 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., with Sunday and holiday work requiring a state noise permit.
View full Kaneohe rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | East Honolulu | Kaneohe |
|---|---|---|
| Code Section | HAR 11-46-7(j) | - |
| Weekday hours | 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Mon-Fri) | - |
| Saturday hours | 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. | - |
| Sundays/holidays | No permitted construction noise | - |
| - | - |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
East Honolulu FAQ
What hours can construction make noise in East Honolulu?
A community noise permit (HAR 11-46-7(j)) cannot authorize noise above the limits before 7 a.m. or after 6 p.m. Monday-Friday, before 9 a.m. or after 6 p.m. Saturday, or at any time on Sundays and holidays.
Can a contractor work outside those hours?
Only with a noise variance under HAR 11-46-8, which costs $100 per year plus public-notice costs; off-hour roadwork between 6 p.m. and 7 a.m. specifically requires a variance.
Kaneohe FAQ
How do I apply for a construction noise permit?
Apply to the Hawaii DOH Indoor and Radiological Health Branch with project schedule, site plan, and mitigation measures.
Can I use a hammer on Sunday?
Quiet hand tools used briefly are typically fine; powered equipment exceeding the dBA cap needs a permit.
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