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Honolulu

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Hawaii

$1000
Permit Fee
17.75%
Occupancy Tax
No
Owner Only
No cap
Day Limit

Full Requirements

Permit RequiredYes
Permit Fee$1000
Permit RenewalAnnual
Registration RequiredYes
Owner Occupied OnlyNo
Max Rental DaysNo cap
Occupancy Tax Rate17.75%
Platform Collects TaxNo (host responsible)
Prohibited ZonesStrictly prohibited outside designated resort districts without a grandfathered NUC.

Day Limit Notes

Rentals under 30 (often 90) days require a Nonconforming Use Certificate (NUC), which are rarely issued.

⚠ Tax Notes

10.25% TAT, 3% County TAT, and 4.5% GET.

⚠ Prohibited Zones

Strictly prohibited outside designated resort districts without a grandfathered NUC.

Official Source

Honolulu City Government

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Last verified: 2026-03-23 · Always confirm with your local government before listing.