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§5-4 HÒCC AWAII OUNTY ODE Section 5-4. Definitions. As used in this code, unless otherwise specified: ÐAdministrative AuthorityÑ means the director of the department of public works, or the directorÓs authorized representative(s). ÐAssistantÑ means the authorized representative(s) of the administrative authority. ÐOwner-builderÑ means owners or lessees of property who build for their own use, or for use by their immediate family. This definition shall not preempt owner-builder by exemption as defined by section 444-2.5, HawaiÒi Revised Statute (2012, Ord. No. 12-27, sec. 2)5-4 Section 5-5. Reference to the State of HawaiÒi Building Code Title 3, Chapter 180 of the HawaiÒi Administrative Rules, International Building Code; conflicting p If any provisions of this code conflict with or contravene provisions of the State of HawaiÒi Building Code that have been incorporated by reference, the provisions of this code shall prevail as to all matters and questions arising out of the subject matter of that provision. (2012, Ord. No. 12-27, sec. 2)5-5 Section 5-6. Existing structures. (a) Buildings in existence at the time of the adoption of this code may have their existing use or occupancy continued if such use or occupancy was legal at the time of the adoption of this code, provided such continued uses do not constitute a hazard to the general safety and welfare of the occupants and the public. (b) Additions, Alterations and Repairs. When additions, alterations or repairs within any twelve-month period exceeds fifty percent of the replacement value of an existing building or structure, such building or structure shall be made to conform to the requirements for new buildings or structures. (1) Additions, alterations and repairs not exceeding fifty percent of the replacement value of an existing building or structure and complying with the requirements for ne made to such building or structure within any twelve-month perio building or structure comply. The new construction shall conform to the requirements of this code for new building of like area, height and occupancy. Such building or structure, including new additions, shall not exceed the areas and heights specified in this code. (2) Alterations or repairs, not exceeding twenty-five percent of the value of an existing building or structure, which are non structural and do not affect any member or part of the building or structure having required fire resistance, may be made with the same materials of which the building or structure is constructed. (3) Exceptions: (A) The installation or replacement of glass in hazardous locations, as specified in Section 2406, shall be as required for new installations. (B) Without limitation to the prescribed percentages, the building official may require reengineering analysis, documentation or inspections to assure the structural integrity or safety of the existing structure. (2012, Ord. No. 12-27, sec. 2)5-6 Section 5-7. Reserved. (2012, Ord. No. 12-27, sec. 2)5-7 Section 5-8. Reserved. (2012, Ord. No. 12-27, sec. 2)5-8 Section 5-9. Reserved. (2012, Ord. No. 12-27, sec. 2)5-9 5-2 UNOFFICIAL ADVANCE SHEET - Contains sec(s). affected since publication of Supp. 13 (1-2012) Official revision to be published in Supp. 14 (7-2012)