What's Being Discussed
The Hawaii Contractors License Board is holding its regular monthly meeting on Friday, October 23, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at 335 Merchant Street, Honolulu. The meeting covers several topics:

License scope questions: The Board will decide what types of work specific contractor licenses allow — including whether plumbing licenses are needed to repair air compressors at UH Maui College, and what concrete/spall repair work painting and tuckpointing license holders can legally perform.
Disciplinary and legal matters: The Board will review settlement agreements, hearing officers' recommendations, and a final order regarding a contractor who did not comply with the terms of a conditional license.
New license applications: Dozens of individuals and companies are seeking contractor licenses across categories including general building, electrical, plumbing, landscaping, refrigeration, and more.
Exam results: A summary of contractor exam results from September 2026 will be presented.
National conference report: The Executive Officer will report on the 2026 NASCLA annual conference held in Michigan.
Recovery Fund update: A report on the Contractors Recovery Fund for September 2026 will be shared for informational purposes.

Decisions Expected

Rulings on what work specific license types legally cover
Approval or denial of numerous contractor license applications
Approval of meeting minutes and settlement agreements
Review of a final disciplinary order for license non-compliance

Who Should Pay Attention

Contractors and tradespeople applying for or renewing licenses in Hawaii
Painting and tuckpointing contractors who perform concrete or spall repair work
Property owners and developers who hire licensed contractors
Anyone interested in contractor licensing rules and enforcement in Hawaii

To submit written testimony, email contractor@dcca.hawaii.gov at least 24 hours before the meeting.