Part of the building process involves regular site assessments by Maui County. The County will perform multiple assessments during the course of the construction and will make an assessment based on the degree of completion as of December 31 for the next year’s tax bill. The finished structure will then be assessed after completion for its full value. Although one reason for a site assessment is tax assessment, it is not the only one. Another reason is to evaluate the land where a home will be built. This site inspection checklist is especially important in Maui, where environmental issues are a top concern. Components of a Homeowner Site Assessment A site inspection checklist includes multiple areas of assessment, including: Topography--Assess the slope of the land, the … [Read more...] about What to Expect During a Homeowner Site Assessment