Heritage & Protected Trees: Kaneohe vs Urban Honolulu
How do heritage & protected trees rules compare between Kaneohe, HI and Urban Honolulu, HI?
Kaneohe and Urban Honolulu have similar restriction levels.
Kaneohe, HI
Honolulu County
Trees designated Exceptional under ROH Chapter 40 Article 8 cannot be removed without City Council approval, and alteration requires a permit from the Department of Parks and Recreation.
View full Kaneohe rules →Urban Honolulu, HI
Honolulu County
Iconic Urban Honolulu trees, including banyans in Waikiki and historic specimens on Capitol grounds, can be listed as exceptional and protected under ROH 40-8.
View full Urban Honolulu rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Kaneohe | Urban Honolulu |
|---|---|---|
| - | - | |
| Article | - | ROH §40-8 |
| Removal Approval | - | City Council |
| Permits | - | DPR required |
| Register | - | §40-8.7 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Kaneohe FAQ
How is a tree added to the register?
The Arborist Advisory Committee reviews nominations and recommends designation to the City Council.
Does protection extend to roots?
Yes. Disturbance within the critical root zone can constitute alteration requiring a permit.
Urban Honolulu FAQ
Is every old banyan in Waikiki exceptional?
No. Only trees formally designated and added to the register under §40-8.7 receive full Chapter 40 Article 8 protection; nomination triggers committee review.
Can emergency work be done on a protected tree?
Section 40-8.9 contains emergency provisions allowing certain protective actions, but routine alteration still requires a permit from Parks and Recreation.
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