State rules · HI

Hawaii landlord-tenant rules

The six rules landlords and renters ask about most in Hawaii, each with the statute it comes from.

Last reviewed September 30, 2026 Official resource: cca.hawaii.gov

14 days

to return a deposit

Security deposit

Hawaii landlords have 14 days to return a security deposit after you move out.

45 days

landlord notice, month-to-month

Notice to vacate

In Hawaii, a landlord must give 45 days’ notice to end a month-to-month tenancy, and a tenant must give 28 days’ notice.

8% of rent

late-fee cap

Late fees

Hawaii caps late fees at 8% of the rent due.

45 days

notice before an increase

Rent increase notice

Hawaii landlords must give at least 45 days’ notice before raising the rent on a month-to-month tenancy.

48 hours

notice before entry

Landlord entry

Hawaii landlords must give at least 48 hours’ notice before entering your home, except in an emergency.

$5,000

small claims limit

Small claims limit

In Hawaii, you can sue for up to $5,000 in small claims court.

Not legal advice. Statutes change; check the linked section. The law behind each rule: Residential Landlord-Tenant Code, Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapter 521.

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