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Unpermitted Work Fines & Stop Work Orders in Honolulu County
Official guidance on local building code penalties, fee multipliers for working without a permit, and expiration rules enforced by City and County of Honolulu Department of Planning and Permitting under Revised Ordinances of Honolulu Chapter 18.
Standard Unpermitted Fine Multiplier 200% – 400% of Base Permit Fee
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Resolution Protocol
How to Lift a Stop Work Order in Honolulu County
Step 01 Cease All Work Immediately Continuing work after a Stop Work Order notice incurs criminal misdemeanor charges and daily compounding fines.
Step 02 Contact Building Official Reach City and County of Honolulu Department of Planning and Permitting at (808) 768-8000 to request an official violation report.
Step 03 Submit As-Built Plans & PE Seals Prepare architectural/structural as-built plans stamped by a licensed Hawaii Professional Engineer (PE).
Step 04 Pay Penalty & Schedule Inspection Pay double permit penalty fees and request a conditional inspection to lift the order.
Fine Multiplier Ordinance
Enforced by City and County of Honolulu Department of Planning and Permitting Honolulu County Building Violation Fine Schedule
| Violation Category | Penalty Multiplier | Daily Compounding Fine | Legal Consequences |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unpermitted Commercial Construction | 200% – 400% of Base Fee | $500 – $1,000 / day | Immediate Stop Work Red Tag + Mandatory As-Built PE Stamped Plans |
| Unpermitted MEP Trade Installation | 200% of Trade Fee | $250 – $500 / day | Utility Service Disconnect Order (Electric / Gas shutoff) |
| Working Past Permit Expiration (180 Days) | 50% Renewal Surcharge | N/A | Re-inspection Fee + Structural Integrity Verification |
| Unapproved Building Occupancy (No CO) | Triple Base Fee | $1,000 / day | Eviction Order + Commercial Insurance Voidance |
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