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Kapolei vs Urban Honolulu

How do composting rules compare between Kapolei, HI and Urban Honolulu, HI?

Kapolei and Urban Honolulu have similar restriction levels.

Kapolei, HI

Honolulu County

Some Restrictions

Kapolei households and food businesses follow ROH Sec. 42-3.5 food waste recycling, including the G.R.O.W. curbside program under Ordinance 23-30.

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Urban Honolulu, HI

Honolulu County

Some Restrictions

Urban Honolulu implements ROH Sec. 42-3.5 food waste recycling, with Ordinance 23-30 rolling out G.R.O.W. curbside collection by April 1, 2025 and mandatory diversion for Waikiki and Ala Moana food establishments.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactKapoleiUrban Honolulu
CodeROH Sec. 42-3.5-
Curbside programG.R.O.W. food scraps-
EffectivePhased from April 2025-
Setout ruleROH Sec. 42-1.4-
Code section-ROH Sec. 42-3.5
Ordinance-Ord. 23-30 (Bill 47)
Program-G.R.O.W. curbside
Start date-April 1, 2025
Hotel mandate-Yes in Waikiki

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Kapolei FAQ

Do Kapolei restaurants have to divert food waste?

Yes. Commercial food establishments in Kapolei fall under mandatory diversion under ROH Sec. 42-3.5 and supporting ordinances, with fines for noncompliance.

Can I compost at home in Kapolei?

Yes. Backyard compost is allowed if it does not create odors, vermin, or other nuisances under ROH Chapter 16A. Many Kapolei HOAs restrict bin placement.

Urban Honolulu FAQ

Do Waikiki hotels have to compost food waste?

Yes. Commercial food establishments must divert food waste under Ordinance 23-30 and ROH Sec. 42-3.5. Hotels contract with haulers for compost-bound collection.

Can condo residents backyard compost?

High-rise residents rely on building service and G.R.O.W. curbside collection. Single-family and townhouse residents may backyard compost on private property without restrictions.

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