Ask The Mayor: How do I Build a House in a Flood Zone?

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The mayor answers questions from the public in this series.

By Mayor Alan Arakawa

Q:  I want to build a house on my family property, but it’s located in a flood zone. How do I get any needed permits to build in a flood zone?

A:  You will need to have a flood development permit application prepared by a licensed professional engineer or architect and submitted to the Planning Department for review. You can find information on the application form and process online at www.mauicounty.gov/development. Under “Permits, Applications & Reviews,” click on “Development” and then select “Flood Development Permit.”

Want to Ask the Mayor?

Submit your questions about County of Maui programs, services, operations or policies to Mayor Alan Arakawa via email: AskTheMayor@mauicounty.gov, phone: 270-7855 or mail: 200 S. High Street, 9th Floor, Wailuku, HI 96793. Questions submitted will be considered for inclusion in the “Ask the Mayor” column.