Mililani cut, fill, and trenching projects generally require a grading permit under ROH Chapter 18A, with drainage review to protect neighbors and downstream gulches.
Chapter 18A sets permit, bond, and inspection standards in Article 2. Section 18A-2.2 governs application content and Sec. 18A-2.4A addresses grading without a permit. Article 3 regulates grading, grubbing, and stockpiling. Though Mililani's plateau is relatively flat, drainage design still matters: downspouts, area drains, and yard regrading must discharge in approved locations and not overload the neighbors' lots or the community's storm drain system. Retaining walls above threshold heights require engineered plans, and grading inspectors verify compaction and drainage during construction, especially for ADUs and pool projects that have become common in Mililani.
Unpermitted grading, improper fill, or runoff redirected onto neighbors can bring fines, rework, and potentially civil disputes.
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