Purpose:

• To regulate and control the erection, location and maintenance of signs in a manner to protect the public health, safety and morals, and to promote the public welfare while providing a method of effective advertising.
• To preserve the quality of life in the County of Maui by retaining the natural beauty of landscape, view, and attractive surroundings of the County.

How To Apply:
Completed Sign Permit Applications and Banner (Promotional Sign) Permit Applications shall be submitted to the Department of Planning.

Approving Agencies:
Department of Planning, Zoning Administration and Enforcement Division

Processing Time:

• Signs - 30 days
• Banners - 30 days

Duration of Approval:

• Sign Permits - Expires within 90 days, unless properly erected.
• Banner (Promotional Sign) Permits are approved for 14 days.

Fees:

• Signs - $55.00 Non-refundable filing fee
• Banners
  • $25.00 Non-refundable filing fee
  • Non-profit entities shall be exempt from having to submit the non-refundable filing fee.

Applications and Notices:

• Sign Permit Application
• Banner (Promotional Sign) Permit Application

Resources:

• Maui County Sign Ordinance (2002)
• Sign Ordinance Amendment (2010)
• Licensed sign contractors are required by the State of Hawaii, Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA)
  • DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing Search

Contact Information:
Department of Planning
Zoning Administration and Enforcement Division
2200 Main Street
Wailuku, HI 96793

Ph: (808) 270-7253
Fax: (808) 270-7634
Email Address