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Kaneohe vs Mililani Town

How do tree trimming rules compare between Kaneohe, HI and Mililani Town, HI?

Kaneohe and Mililani Town have similar restriction levels.

Kaneohe, HI

Honolulu County

Some Restrictions

Kaneohe homeowners along Kamehameha Highway and Kahekili Highway must obtain an Urban Forestry permit before trimming street trees under ROH Sec. 10-1.4.

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Mililani Town, HI

Honolulu County

Some Restrictions

Mililani Town homeowners along Meheula Parkway and Kuahelani Avenue need an Urban Forestry permit before trimming street trees under ROH Sec. 10-1.4.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactKaneoheMililani Town
CodeROH Sec. 10-1.4ROH Sec. 10-1.4
Permit issuerParks and Recreation Urban ForestryParks and Recreation Urban Forestry
ScopePublic right-of-way treesPublic right-of-way trees
Exceptional treesROH Chapter 40, Article 8-
Common areas-MTA/HOA jurisdiction

Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.

Kaneohe FAQ

Can I remove an albizia leaning into my Kaneohe yard?

Report the hazard to Urban Forestry. If the tree is in the right-of-way, the city handles removal. Self-cutting without permit is a violation.

Does Kaneohe Bay Drive have protected shoreline trees?

Several exceptional monkeypods are registered in nearby areas. Check the Exceptional Tree Register before any trunk work under Chapter 40.

Mililani Town FAQ

Is my Mililani cul-de-sac tree a street tree or HOA tree?

Check with the MTA and DPP. Trees in public right-of-way require ROH Sec. 10-1.4 permits; HOA common area trees follow association rules.

Can I trim a plumeria hanging over my Mililani fence?

Overhanging private-side branches may be trimmed at the property line if the tree trunk is on private land. Street trees still need a permit.

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