Schofield Barracks Zoning & Land Use Guide
Key Zoning Facts
Schofield Barracks Zoning Overview
Schofield Barracks is a census-designated place in central Oahu that corresponds to the U.S. Army's largest installation in Hawaii. Located on the Leilehua Plateau between the Waianae and Koolau mountain ranges, the installation houses the 25th Infantry Division and associated units. As federal land, Schofield Barracks is not subject to the City and County of Honolulu's zoning ordinance. Land use within the installation is governed by the Department of the Army and managed through the installation's master plan.
The surrounding civilian communities of Wahiawa, Mililani, and Whitmore Village are subject to Honolulu county zoning. The military installation's presence significantly influences the surrounding area's character, including noise zones from training activities and the economic impact of the military population on local commercial areas. Properties near the installation boundary should be aware of potential military compatibility zones that may affect development.
Key Zoning Districts
Schofield Barracks itself is federally owned and zoned as military/federal land outside the jurisdiction of Honolulu's zoning code. Adjacent civilian areas include R-5 residential zones, AG-1 agricultural zones, and limited commercial zones in Wahiawa town to the south.
ADU Regulations
ADU regulations do not apply to the military installation. For civilian properties in communities surrounding Schofield Barracks, the City and County of Honolulu's ohana unit ordinance applies. Residents in nearby Wahiawa or Mililani may build ADUs on qualifying residential lots under the standard county rules.
Development Process
Construction within Schofield Barracks is managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the installation's Directorate of Public Works. Civilian development near the installation is permitted through the Honolulu Department of Planning and Permitting and may be subject to review for military compatibility, particularly regarding building heights and land uses that could interfere with military operations.
Regulatory Layers That Apply in Schofield Barracks
Your property is subject to ALL of these regulatory layers. Each one can impose additional requirements beyond the others.
Federal
- FEMA Flood Zones: Applicable
- View FEMA Flood Map
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
- Military housing is subject to federal regulations and installation rules that supersede local zoning.
Primary Zoning Districts
- Min Lot
- N/A
- Max Height
- N/A
- Front Setback
- N/A
- Side Setback
- N/A
- Rear Setback
- N/A
- Min Lot
- 5,000 sq ft
- Max Height
- 25 ft
- Front Setback
- 15 ft
- Side Setback
- 5 ft
- Rear Setback
- 10 ft
- Min Lot
- 1 acre
- Max Height
- 25 ft
- Front Setback
- 25 ft
- Side Setback
- 15 ft
- Rear Setback
- 15 ft
ADU Rules in Schofield Barracks
- Max Size
- N/A
- Max Height
- N/A
- Rear Setback
- N/A
- Side Setback
- N/A
- Parking
- N/A
- Owner Occupancy
- N/A
- Permit Timeline
- N/A
Permit Costs & Timelines
Permit Costs & Timelines
Specific permit fee schedules for Schofield Barracks are available from the local planning department. Fees vary based on project type, scope, and valuation.
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