Hawaii County, HI local landlord rules
State law also applies. See Hawaii landlord-tenant law.
Quick facts
| Topic | At a glance |
|---|---|
| Short-term rentals (Airbnb) | Yes. |
Details & sources
Short-term rentals (Airbnb)
Yes. Short-term vacation rentals are allowed only in the V, CG and CV districts, in residential and commercial districts in General Plan Resort and Resort Node areas, and in RM-district condominiums. Every short-term vacation rental must register with the planning director and pay a one-time $500 fee. The owner or reachable person must live in the County and be reachable 24/7.
Verified Source: Hawai'i County Code § 25-4-16 (Browser transcription; county PDF marked unofficial advance sheet updated Aug. 5, 2026) · last checked 2026-10-15
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