Building costs/fees/hassle on Oahu

[Jay C.]

My question is whats it like to build on the Island. I am in Wa State now and thinking about putting my needs/lumber ect into a container and shipping the whole house over and build it there. I know there is a shortage of workers and may even import my guys. How are the permitting and rules over there? I would build in the Kaneohe area. I am wondering about concrete costs and how are the permitting fees? I plan to build a 2 story with a lower level to rent VRBO or something like that.  Any info is appreciated.