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Mililani Town Zoning & Land Use Guide

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Key Zoning Facts

Building Code Edition
2018 IBC with Hawaii amendments
ADUs Allowed
Yes
Primary District
R-5 Residential
Max Height
25 ft

Regulatory Layers That Apply in Mililani Town

Your property is subject to ALL of these regulatory layers. Each one can impose additional requirements beyond the others.

Federal

State — Hawaii

  • Building Code: Hawaii State Building Code (2018 IBC)
View Hawaii zoning overview

County — Honolulu County

  • Role: Property records, tax assessment, unincorporated area planning

City / Municipal

The city's zoning ordinance, building codes, and local permits form the primary layer of land-use regulation for your property.

Overlay Districts

No overlay districts identified.

Private Restrictions

  • HOA / CC&Rs common: Yes
  • Check HOA CC&Rs for additional restrictions. Mililani Town Association enforces community standards.

Primary Zoning Districts

District CodeNameMin LotMax HeightFront SetbackSide SetbackRear SetbackFAR
R-5Residential5,000 sq ft25 ft15 ft5 ft10 ft
R-3.5Residential3,500 sq ft25 ft10 ft5 ft5 ft
B-1Neighborhood BusinessNone40 ft10 ft0 ft10 ft

ADU Rules in Mililani Town

ADUs:Allowed
Max Size
800 sq ft
Max Height
25 ft
Rear Setback
5 ft
Side Setback
5 ft
Parking
1 off-street space required
Owner Occupancy
Owner must occupy either the primary or accessory dwelling
Permit Timeline
60-90 days
Full ADU rules for Mililani Town

Official Sources

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I build an ADU in Mililani Town?
Possibly. While the City & County of Honolulu permits ohana units, the Mililani Town Association has CC&Rs that may impose additional restrictions. Check with both the county and your HOA.
How do I find the zoning for my property in Mililani Town?
Use the HiCentral GIS portal at gis.hicentral.com or contact the Honolulu Department of Planning and Permitting.
What zones allow multi-family housing in Mililani Town?
Most of Mililani Town is single-family residential. Limited multi-family housing exists in townhouse developments that were part of the original planned community.