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Mililani Mauka vs Pearl City

How do erosion control rules compare between Mililani Mauka, HI and Pearl City, HI?

Mililani Mauka and Pearl City have similar restriction levels.

Mililani Mauka, HI

Honolulu County

Heavy Restrictions

ROH Sec. 18A-1.6 requires approved erosion and sediment control plans for Mililani Mauka land-disturbing activities that need building, grading, stockpiling, or trenching permits.

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Pearl City, HI

Honolulu County

Heavy Restrictions

Pearl City construction projects must submit erosion and sediment control plans under ROH Sec. 18A-1.6 before the city issues building, grading, stockpiling, or trenching permits.

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Mililani Mauka FAQ

Do I need a plan to cut into my Mililani Mauka hillside for a pool?

Yes. Hillside excavation typically requires a grading permit and an erosion and sediment control plan under Sec. 18A-1.6 given slope and runoff concerns.

How long must controls stay in place?

Temporary controls must remain and function until the site is permanently stabilized with vegetation or other approved measures in the plan.

Pearl City FAQ

Are small additions in Pearl City exempt from erosion control?

Any project requiring a building, grading, stockpiling, or trenching permit must submit an erosion and sediment control plan under Sec. 18A-1.6, even for small additions.

Who approves the erosion control plan?

The Department of Planning and Permitting reviews erosion and sediment control plans as part of the permit application process for land disturbing activities.

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