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Hawaii County short-term rental rules (2026)

Hawaii · United States
Restricted
Rules last checked  ·  Region: US

Market overview

RESTRICTEDShort-term stays

Allowed, with material limits. Allowed only in certain zones.

Countywide TVR registration started on 1 September 2026.

Why do places restrict rentals?

Property eligibility: Not assessed A market overview can't tell whether a specific home qualifies (zoning, permits, HOA).

License
Required
Primary residence
Not required
Tax on stays
18.5%
total, on our records
Night cap
None

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REGULATEDStays of 30+ nights

Longer stays (30+ days)

Longer stays fall outside the short-term rental rules, but come under their own lease rules.

The line here isn't a set number of nights; the full report explains where it falls.

Guests staying this long can gain tenant rights, such as protection from eviction.

Not legal advice. The legal framework, notes and sources are in the full report.

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The full Hawaii County rules

16 rules on record for Hawaii County, 5 of them from government sources. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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Source: portal.deckard.com (official), checked 7 Nov 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Hawaii County?

Yes, with material limits. Countywide TVR registration started on 1 September 2026.

Do you need a permit for a short-term rental in Hawaii County?

Yes, a license or registration is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Hawaii County?

18.5% in total on stays, on our records.

Is there a limit on rental nights in Hawaii County?

No night cap is on record.

Can I rent for longer stays in Hawaii County?

Longer stays fall outside the short-term rental rules, but come under their own lease rules. The line here isn't a set number of nights; the full report explains where it falls. Guests staying this long can gain tenant rights, such as protection from eviction.

When were the Hawaii County rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for Hawaii County on 7 Nov 2026.

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