Hawaii, Maui County Electrician Permit Regulations and County Ordinances for Unincorporated Areas
Maui County Building & Safety Jurisdiction
Electrical permits in Maui County are overseen by the Development Services Administration (DSA) Division, specifically the Electrical Permit and Inspection Office. This office is responsible for processing permits and inspecting electrical work to ensure compliance with national and local codes, thereby reducing hazards to persons and property. [3, 4, 5, 9]
Electrical Permit Requirements
An electrical permit is required for new electrical installations, as well as for additions or alterations to existing electrical work. This requirement allows the county to regulate installer qualifications, review proposed plans, and inspect installations for safety and code compliance. [3, 5, 9]
Permits are generally issued to State of Hawaii Licensed Electrical Contractors. [9]
For electrical work exceeding $500 in a 12-month period, a permit is required. This requirement is waived if a licensed electrician is hired for work under $500 in the same period. [11]
Types of Electrical Permits
- Electrical Permit – Commercial: For commercial, agricultural, or multi-family structures. [3, 5]
- Electrical Permit – Renewable Energy System: For systems like photovoltaic or wind turbines. [3, 5]
- Electrical Permit – Residential: For single-family residential structures. [3, 5]
- Electrical Permit – Service: For electrical service installations. [3, 5]
- Electrical Permit – Solar Water Heater: For solar water heater systems. [3, 5]
Application Process
Applications are typically submitted online through the Maui MAPPS (Maui's Automated Permitting System) Customer Self Service portal. Applicants need to create an account, complete the application steps, and upload required documents and plans. [3, 10]
If a project also requires a building permit, the electrical permit will not be processed until the building permit is issued. [6, 8]
Electrical permit fees are based on the size and quantity of the installation. [3]
Permit Duration and Expiration
Electrical permits issued after June 6, 2010, will expire if the initial required inspection is not approved within one year of issuance. Once the initial inspection is approved, the permit remains active for up to five years from the issuance date or until the final inspection is approved, whichever comes first. [5]
Permits issued before June 6, 2010, expire if work is suspended or abandoned for 180 days without continuous inspection activity. [5]
Properties in Unincorporated Areas
The provided information pertains to Maui County's electrical permit requirements. There is no specific mention of different rules for properties in unincorporated areas versus incorporated areas within Maui County. The regulations appear to apply county-wide. [3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10]