Government
Visit Hawaii government websites and departments for more information on Hawaii planning, zones, ordinances and laws. See the County of Hawaii website...
Visit Hawaii government websites and departments for more information on Hawaii planning, zones, ordinances and laws.
Traveling & Shipping
Since Hawaii is an island state, the introduction of non-native plants and animals can have devastating long term effects on the environment. For this reason, there are very strict regulations governing the import of any plants or animals including common household pets such as cats and dogs.
Animals | Plants | Microorganisms
Department of Land & Natural Resources
Hawaii has some of the strictest firearms regulations in the country. In most cases it exceeds Federal Regulations. The links below are provided for those of you who have questions on hunting.
Division of Forestry and Wildlife
Gun Registration
Hawaii County gun registration information. All firearms (pistols, rifles,and shotguns) manufactured after 1899 must be registered at any local Police station within 72 hours of its arrival within the State of Hawaii. This includes non-working collectors pieces but does not include black powder or muzzle-loader type weapons.
Home Builders in Hawaii (BBB)
Public Works - Building Division
Responsible for administering and enforcing the building, plumbing, sign, and electrical codes. The Building Inspection Section performs residential and commercial plan reviews for all building, electrical, sign, and plumbing permit applications and reviews these documents for compliance to current, applicable codes.
Hawaii Tax Office
Find property tax information on specific properties.
Fair Housing
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Hawaii Landlord-Tenant Information
Includes the Landlord-Tenant Handbook (a must-have publication for residential investment property holders)
Wastewater & Water Catchment
State of Hawaii | County of Hawaii
Water Catchment Free Publication
CTAHR's Guidelines on Rainwater Catchment Systems for Hawaii, produced by University of Hawaii, with the goal to reach every family that depends on stored rainwater for some of their water needs.
Additional Info
- Published in Big Island
