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All plans that I prepare are to be submitted under the name of your contractor. HPPD anticipates your work to be performed by a licensed and insured contractor who is properly registered with the DCCA Hawaii Regulated Industries Compliant Office (RICO). HPPD does have a provision for 'owner builder'. However, all 'owner builders' have to affirm (a legally binding term) that they are responsible to performing all construction work according to all applicable state codes for building, electrical, plumbing, zoning, and several others.

HPPD Permit Application Drawing Pricing Menu: INTERIOR RESIDENTIAL

Basic Interior Remodel Plan Set (Kitchen, Baths, other rooms)

□ Single Family Home (Value of Work + Materials)  Less Than $35,000 Project........$2035.00

   (Also Applies if Less Than $40,000 Project for Single Level Structures)

□ Single Family Home Architect Fee (Required if work >$35k or $40k)....$775.00 

□ Condo, Town House, Apartment ​​............................................................... $2370.00 

□ Condo, Town House, Apartment Architect Fee (Required)  ​.....................$775.00

Additional Items As May Be Required To Complete Your Set of Application Drawings For Permitting.

□ Electrical Panel/Circuit Drawing...................................................................$585.00

    plus any fee's for required (HPPD imposed) Electrical engineer calc's, stamp, signature.

□ Plumbing, Mechanical, Storm Water, Roof Drwg(select)_____(each)x...$635.00

□ Replacing/adding/re-sizing/removing windows...........................................$435.00

    plus any fee's for (HPPD imposed) Structural engineer calc's, stamp, signature.

□ Interior walls are being demolished and/or new interior walls being

    built in new locations (if 2 or more new walls).............................................$375.00

□ New supporting interior walls are to be added (up to 2 New) ..................$500.00

    plus any fee's for (HPPD imposed) Structural engineer calc's, stamp, signature.

□ Lanai enclosures........................................................................................... $345.00

    plus any fee's for (HPPD imposed) Structural engineer calc's, stamp, signature.

□ Permit Fees: Standard Value Up To $35,000 (minimum) .......................$786.00

    Other values can be estimated by prorating $786*(your value/$35k)

Other Values of Work + Materials To Be Charged based upon total scope of work.

HPPD Fees To Be Determined Based Upon Scope of Work Supplied By Contractor.


Customer agrees to above selections of work to be performed by Trager Design on behalf of the contractor. Customer also understands the total time to secure the building permit DOES VARY and cannot be quoted exactly and is subject to internal processes by HPPD including requests for additional information, engineer’s review(s), &/or additional drawing pages that may be required. Payment terms are Check only. Call for details.    

HPPD Permit Application Drawing Pricing and Details: RESIDENTIAL


Basic Set of Drawings for a Kitchen/Bath or General Interior Only Remodel; Note -- Drwgs must be submitted on 24" x 36" size paper and typically set for 1/4" = 12" or larger scale. I supply 3 Sets to be turned into the HPPD for review.


Type A: Draftsman Level – where Work + Materials for a one floor building Single Family Home < $40k or two floor building Single Family Home <$35k entered on the Permit Application. Values above these will require Architect review plus signature, stamp, and fee.


Type B: Architect Level – Any Condo regardless of value of work (current rules by HPPD) or any Single Family Home where Work + Materials to one floor buildings ≥ $40k or two floor building ≥$35k entered on the Permit Application. Type B is required for any Exterior Remodel including changes to windows, driveway, sidewalks, fencing, grading, landscaping, irrigation, pool, lanai/deck, addition(s), ADU, or other detached structure added to the property. Pricing for exterior remodeling will be determined based upon the project’s scope of work prepared by the contractor.


Type C: New Addition, Alteration [other than ADU] to existing Single Family Home has a separate price list containing several areas work specific to this type of work; Please call to describe your project.


For Single Family Home (SFH) Interior Remodels (includes duplexes) but NOT Condominiums or Townhouses.

Site Plan, Demo and Remodel Plan, Interior Elevation Views of Remodel Plan, Reflective Ceiling Plan. These drwgs are to show new electrical wall plugs, wall switches, sinks faucets and drains (when req'd), must include required notes, submit the form for Storm Water Erosion Checklist needs to be included even if no exterior work or other work that could affect water runoff from the building or property.

This drawing set = $2410.00 + if required: Architect signature, stamp, and fee ($775) + Storm Water Plans if required (additional cost subject to Storm Water Control scope of work: typically $515 [varies]) + GET


For Condominiums or Townhouses.

Site Plan of the complete building(s) and identify the floor and location of the specific unit, Demo and Remodel Plan, Interior Elevation Views of Remodel Plan, Reflective Ceiling Plan. These drwgs are required to show existing and new electrical wall plugs, wall switches, sinks faucets and drains, ventilation chases, and existing windows (when req'd). If the remodel includes alteration to walls, exit paths to the exterior of the unit then need to show the new path.

Special Requirements: Any change to an existing Electrical Panel no matter how small a change now requires the addition of the Electrical Panel/Circuit drawing to be added to the plan set as shown below @ $990.00.  This may further be subject to the requirement to be reviewed, stamped and signed by an Electrical Engineer for acceptance and approval by the Electrical Reviewer: Engineer Fee To Be Paid Separately and Not Included In Stated Pricing.

This drawing set = $3265.00 + Architect signature, stamp, and fee ($775) + GET

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Basic Plan Set Single Family Homes for Kitchen & Bath Remodels ​

GET To Be Added

Single Family Homes: 1 or 2 Floor Home

Value of Work + Materials Less than $35k

$2410

Single Family Homes Architect Fee

Req'd When values are higher than the

limits shown above: HPPD Regulations. Includes Plan Review, Stamp and Signature.

$775

Single Family HomeDriveWay Changes, Grading, Grubbing Plan

Req'd When values are higher than the

limits shown above: HPPD Regulations.         Includes Plan Review, Stamp and Signature.

$785  (ea.)

Electrical Panel / Circuit Plan

A Common Req'rmt For Many Older Homes Where the panels are in closets, pantries,   or other non-accessable areas per NEC.

$875

Plumbing, Mechanical, StormWater, Waste Water

Typically used when changing drain pipes   or adding new drains for new bath rooms.   Also, when adding new lawn irrigation or     other new water use/drain changes. 

$635 ea.

ADU Plans Prep; Single Family Homes Only

Includes; Plot Plan w/all Zoning Info

Existing Bldgs, Driveways - Etc,

Proposed Bldgs, Parking, Utilities Connections, Foundation Plans, Electrical Plan, Plumbing Plan, Interior & Exterior Elevations, Natural Light & Ventilation Calcs, Roof Plan, Framing Plan, Window & Door Schedule, Kitchen & Bath Designs, Architect Review Signature & Stamp,

Not Included: Eng'r Stamps & Signatures, PV & Solar Systems, Decks - Lanais, Landscaping, Custom Tie-In To Primary House Structure, Changes to Driveways - Walkways, Rockeries, Fences, Outdoor Lighting Equipment, Swimming Pools, Detached Garage or Carport, Custom Foundation Requirements, Unique Waste Water or Storm Water Mitigation Management, or any other special needs.

$8215

(may vary depending on your particular situation.)

Basic Plan Set Condo's & Townhouses for Kitchen &  Bath Remodels GET To Be Added

Condo's / Townhouses

Includes the $775 Architect Fee required by HPPD regulations. Includes Plan Review,      Stamp and Signature.

$4040

Electrical Panel / Circuit Plan

A Common Req'rmt For Many Older Condo's Where the panels are in closets, pantries,   or other non-accessable areas per NEC.

$990

Lanai Enclosure

Includes fabrication, window install, and     new lighting - wall circuits

$470

Split A/C System

Includes AHU Layout, Plumbing & Electrical circuits Design, Mechanical Plan, Condensate Drainage Plan.

$725

Other Items;

Includes interior wall changes 

that req'r structural design &

work; typcial when changing

window, door types - sizes,

or installing new patio doors.

$635 (varies)

Specialty Engineer Fees

HPPD may require review by

specialty engineers such as

Electrical, Civil, Mechanical,

or Structural. Pricing of their 

work is not included and each

engineer will set their own 

fees. You will see their price

and you will be asked to pay

them directly (checks only).

TBD

Permit Fees;

HPPD permit fees are based

upon the value of work and 

materials added together.

For a value of $35k the amount

is close to $785 (budget this as

a minimum). Prorating for

higher values will get you close

These fees are paid at the time

of picking up the permit by 

the contractor.

$ (varies)

Doing More than a Kitchen - Bath Remodel??  

Call 808-778-3343

Pricing for other work is dependent upon

a) magnitude of the job you want to look at, 

b) the part you would like help with. 

  1. Planning and Project Feasibility for Additions or New Construction
  2. Construction Materials specifications (LEED, ORGANIC, ENERGY)
  3. Interior Finishes and Materials
  4. Colors & Textures Coordination
  5. Kitchen Design: Appliances and Cabinetry
  6. Bath(s) Design: Functions, Fixtures, Finishes
  7. A/C & Ventilation, Comfort requirements
  8. In Home Theater Design
  9. PV & Solar Water Designs
  10. Property layout and zoning compliance
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