Resolve Unpermitted Work With After-the-Fact Permits
Discovering that work was done without a permit can be stressful, but it is a problem you can solve. If you own property in Honolulu, HI, Epic Permits Hawaii can guide you through the after-the-fact permit process with respect, discretion, and a clear plan. Call 808-356-8788, and a permit specialist will come to you to review your situation.
What Is an After-the-Fact Permit?
An after-the-fact permit is a permit sought for work that has already been completed or started without proper approval. This happens more often than most people realize. Owners buy homes with previous additions that were never permitted. Contractors skip steps. Tenants or prior owners make changes without telling anyone. However it happened, the usual path forward is to document what exists and bring it into the permitting system.
Common Situations We Help With
Unpermitted Additions and Remodels
Enclosed lanais, added bedrooms, converted garages, and finished basements are common examples. We help document the work and prepare the application so it can be reviewed.
Work Discovered During a Sale or Inspection
Unpermitted work often surfaces when a home is being sold, financed, or inspected. We can help you address it so the issue does not derail your plans.
Notices From the City
If you have received a notice about work without a permit, acting promptly matters. We help you understand what is being asked and prepare an organized response. We are a permitting service and not a law firm, so for legal questions, please consult an attorney.
How Our After-the-Fact Process Works
First, we talk with you about what was built, when, and by whom. Next, we review the property and the work so we can determine what documentation is needed. Then we prepare the drawings and application materials, submit them through the Honolulu ePlans system, and respond to reviewer comments. Because existing work may need to be evaluated against current requirements, reviewers can ask for changes or additional information. We keep you informed at every stage so there are no surprises.
Why Choose Epic Permits Hawaii
Our locally owned team has more than 35 years of experience, and our skilled, fully trained staff treat every client with courtesy and confidentiality. We do not lecture or judge. We focus on solutions. Outcomes depend on the work involved and on agency review, so we never guarantee approval, but we do guarantee clear communication and thorough preparation.
Serving Property Owners Across Oahu
We assist homeowners in Honolulu, Kaimuki, Manoa, Waikiki, Pearl City, Kailua, Kaneohe, Ewa Beach, and Kapolei. Our office is at 670 Queen Street #200, Honolulu, HI 96813, and we accept cash, credit cards, and digital payments.
