Where is the water side property line?
Unless there has been a recent Certified Shoreline Survey, you won’t really know where the (public) beach ends and your property begins. Also, the definition of the shoreline has recently changed to be “the highest reach of the highest wash of the waves”. Are you aware that there are no private beaches in Hawaii – all are open to the public? Public access is a right, but can bring with it the predictable issues of noise and litter in some areas. If the property has a dock, was it legally built and permitted? Many were not, and construction in and on the ocean is now highly regulated. A refreshing exception is the Hawaii Kai marina area, which is private and suffers from far less government control. You may want to consider rocky shores and cliffs for waterfront with more privacy and great views. If the beach is nearby, you can have the best of both worlds. Beachfront buyers should be sure to utilize the services of a knowledgeable Realtor, preferable an Accredited Buyers Agent (ABR), t
