Codes, Standards, and Permitting (Maui Wildfires Summary Report #1)

The resource discusses codes, standards, and permitting related to the Maui Wildfires, specifically focusing on the adoption and enforcement of building codes, amendments, and regulatory frameworks by the State of Hawai’i and Maui County. The document addresses the implications of code updates on building safety, including hazard-resistant provisions and fire codes. Additionally, it highlights the lack of clear building code enforcement, inconsistencies between state and county adoptions, and the impact on structures' vulnerability to natural disasters, particularly wildfires.