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Maui County short-term rental rules (2026)

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

Market overview

RESTRICTEDShort-term stays

Allowed, with material limits. New licenses are capped; some remain available.

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Why do places restrict rentals?

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

Tax on stays
18.5%
total, on our records
Primary residence
Not required
Night cap
None
Fines
Up to $20,000

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RESTRICTEDStays of 30+ nights

Longer stays (30+ days)

Longer stays are only partly open here: some are limited to certain tenants, buildings or areas.

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.

On the horizon

Proposals and rules that are not in force yet. They don’t change Maui County’s status above until they take effect.

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The full Maui County rules

17 rules on record for Maui County, 14 of them from government sources. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Maui County?

Yes, with material limits.

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

18.5% in total on stays, on our records.

Is there a limit on rental nights in Maui County?

No night cap is on record.

What are the penalties in Maui County?

Fines of up to $20,000 are on record.

Can I rent for longer stays in Maui County?

Longer stays are only partly open here: some are limited to certain tenants, buildings or areas. 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 Maui County rules last checked?

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

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