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Buying Your First Home? Real Estate Agents Are Your Professional Guides. Make Sure You Choose Top Experts.

You might be a bit afraid or intimidated by the whole process of buying your first home. As top Wailea, Lahaina, Kapalua and Maui real estate experts, it's our job to guide you, from beginning to end.

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Zoning Laws >Remodeling and Permits

Obtaining the proper permits when remodeling can be a critical element in the process. Many homeowners are unaware of the local building codes and zoning laws governing renovations. Disregarding these laws may result in fines, and in some cases you may even be asked to demolish the work that has been done.

When remodeling you have to go through the process of obtaining the proper permits. Zoning laws protect homeowners and cover issues such as the size of setbacks (distance between buildings and property lines), the height of buildings and occupancy. State and local building codes deal primarily with life and safety issues (insulation, smoke detectors, plumbing, electrical wiring, etc.) In order to satisfy these regulations you must submit information showing the project complies with the laws.

When plans do not conform they are sent to the Zoning Board of Appeals. There the homeowner, accompanied by an architect or attorney, presents his case at a public hearing. Usually the board tries to work with you in compromising with what you would like to do and what is best for the neighborhood.

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Q	What is currently the most sought-after amenity in the majority of upscale homes?
A	Technology that "enables" a home with features such as structured integrated wiring and broadband Internet access is the current amenity of choice.
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Katy is a full-time, professional REALTOR specializing in the sale and marketing of homes throughout Maui. Katy also manages vacation and long term rental properties. She was a Licensed General Residential Appraiser with seven years of experience in the field, and a published author of two appraisal text books. Backing her professionalism with 15 years of computer systems and components marketing and sales experience, Katy's knowledge and understanding of real estate in Maui is truly outstanding.

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