Kaneohe vs Mililani Town
How do coastal development rules compare between Kaneohe, HI and Mililani Town, HI?
Mililani Town has fewer restrictions than Kaneohe.
Kaneohe, HI
Honolulu County
Shoreline and bay-fronting Kaneohe properties lie in the Special Management Area under ROH Chapter 25 and generally require SMA permits for development.
View full Kaneohe rules →Mililani Town, HI
Honolulu County
Mililani Town sits inland and is generally outside Honolulu's Special Management Area under ROH Chapter 25, so most projects do not need SMA permits.
View full Mililani Town rules →Key Facts Comparison
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Kaneohe FAQ
Do I need a permit to add a dock?
Yes, new piers and docks typically require SMA review plus state and federal approvals given Kaneohe Bay conditions.
Is a seawall repair covered?
Structural seawall work is usually a major SMA action; routine in-kind maintenance may qualify for minor permit review.
Mililani Town FAQ
Do I ever need an SMA permit in Mililani?
Almost never for standard Mililani Town properties; the SMA boundary does not reach the community.
What if I build on a beach property elsewhere?
Coastal parcels outside Mililani are very likely inside the SMA and would need city and often state approvals.
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