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Ewa Gentry vs Urban Honolulu

How do tree trimming rules compare between Ewa Gentry, HI and Urban Honolulu, HI?

Ewa Gentry and Urban Honolulu have similar restriction levels.

Ewa Gentry, HI

Honolulu County

Some Restrictions

Ewa Gentry residents need an Urban Forestry permit before trimming street trees along Fort Weaver Road, Kolowaka Drive, and Gentry village streets under ROH Sec. 10-1.4.

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Urban Honolulu, HI

Honolulu County

Some Restrictions

Urban Honolulu requires Department of Parks and Recreation permits under ROH Sec. 10-1.4 for any work on street trees, a frequent issue along Kalakaua Avenue monkeypods and Ala Moana Boulevard shower trees.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactEwa GentryUrban Honolulu
CodeROH Sec. 10-1.4-
Permit issuerParks and Recreation Urban Forestry-
ScopePublic right-of-way trees-
Common corridorFort Weaver Road-
Code section-ROH Sec. 10-1.4
Permit agency-Urban Forestry Division
Dense corridors-Kalakaua, Ala Moana Blvd
Exceptional trees-Chapter 40 Article 8
Applies to-Public right-of-way

Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.

Ewa Gentry FAQ

Can I trim a coconut palm in front of my Ewa Gentry home?

Only if the palm is on your private lot. Street trees in the right-of-way need a Division of Urban Forestry permit under ROH Sec. 10-1.4 before any trimming.

Who handles median tree care in Gentry subdivisions?

Gentry master association contractors maintain most median and common-area trees. City-owned street trees still require ROH permits even if HOA crews work nearby.

Urban Honolulu FAQ

Who enforces street tree rules in urban Honolulu?

The Parks and Recreation Division of Urban Forestry enforces ROH Sec. 10-1.4. Crews coordinate with Department of Transportation Services for lane closures in busy districts.

Can I prune a shower tree outside my Waikiki condo?

Not without a permit. Street trees along Kalakaua and Ala Moana Boulevard are city-managed, and unpermitted pruning can trigger fines and replacement orders.

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