Building permits in Honolulu, HI
Permits for Honolulu are issued by City & County of Honolulu, Dept. of Planning & Permitting (DPP). Applications go through the portal below.
Checked against the department's own page on 6 Sep 2026
Where to file
- Department
- City & County of Honolulu, Dept. of Planning & Permitting (DPP)
- Phone
- (808) 768-8000
- Portal
- dppweb.honolulu.gov/DPPWeb
Honolulu Internet Permit System (newer intake via HNL Build). Covers all of Oahu. Residential permits (808) 768-8220.
What each job needs in Honolulu
Typical requirements and fee ranges. Fees scale with project valuation, so treat these as a starting point and confirm the number with City & County of Honolulu before you quote.
| Project | Permits | Typical fee | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Remodel | Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical (HVAC) | $150–1,000+ (scaled to project valuation) | 10–15 business days |
| Addition | Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical (HVAC) | $150–1,000+ (scaled to project valuation) | 10–15 business days |
| New Construction | Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical (HVAC), Site / Grading | $500–3,000+ (scaled to valuation; plan review separate) | 10–15 business days |
| Electrical | Electrical | $50–250 | 3–5 business days |
| Plumbing | Plumbing | $50–200 | 3–5 business days |
| HVAC / Mechanical | Mechanical (HVAC) | $50–250 | 3–5 business days |
| Roofing | Roofing | $100–400 | 1–5 business days |
| Deck / Fence | Building | $150–1,000+ (scaled to project valuation) | 10–15 business days |
| Demolition | Demolition | $50–400 | 5–10 business days |
| Commercial Build-Out | Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical (HVAC), Fire / Life-Safety Review | $300–2,000+ (scaled to valuation; plan review separate) | 10–15 business days |
Licensing in Hawaii
A state license is required for all contractors (HRS Ch. 444), in three classes — General Engineering (A), General Building (B), and Specialty (C) — each requiring experience plus exams.
Issued by Hawaii DCCA — Contractors License Board (Professional & Vocational Licensing) · Verify a licence
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Department, portal and phone checked against the official page on 6 Sep 2026. Fee ranges and turnaround times are typical for this kind of work and are not quotes. Requirements change, so confirm with the department before you file. SQM.AI is not a law firm and this page is not legal advice.